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RECORDS Wednesday, March 29, 2017 East Oregonian PUBLIC SAFETY LOG OBITUARIES DEATH NOTICES MONDAY Gwyneth Cox Green William L. ‘Bill’ Abernathy Milton-Freewater June 15, 1933-March 19, 2017 Echo April 3, 1967-March 12, 2017 8:40 a.m. - Hermiston police received a report of a male throwing rocks into traffic from the municipal parking lot on North First Street. 8:46 a.m. - A Umatilla resident on Raymond Street told police someone slashed all four tires on the vehicle. 10:50 a.m. - A resident on North Juniper Canyon Road, Helix, reported finding rocks and metal in his mailbox. 12:54 p.m. - One neighbor on Northeast Riverside Avenue, Pendleton, told law enforcement another neighbor removed part of her fence. 1:22 p.m. - An Irrigon resident on Brace Road reported his dog may have scared away a would-be intruder during the night. 1:58 p.m. - A caller on Sonesta Street, Umatilla, asked police to run extra patrols through the area after finding someone entered a shed. The caller noted nothing was missing. 2:09 p.m. - Stanfield’s code enforcement officer made the rounds for a few hours and found: overgrown weeds in a back yard on East Coe Street; overgrown weeds behind 165 W. Page Ave.; and a clean-up in progress on South Wayne Street, which had overgrown weeds, a vehicle with expired plates and “junk on the side of the trailer.” 3:34 p.m. - Hermiston police responded to a report of an 18-year-old beating an 8-year-old child. 4:36 p.m. - A person told Hermiston police about a new scam. This involves receiving a notification from Wal-Mart or Target to collect an unclaimed reward of $100 and requires activating a reward account. 5:37 p.m. - One man at Umatilla Marina RV Park, 1710 Quincy Ave., Umatilla, told police his friend just assaulted him. The caller declined medical help. 5:43 p.m. - A Hermiston-area caller said she was in a domestic disturbance with her brother. 5:46 p.m. - An emergency call in Pendleton reported a man in black sweatpants was rolling downhill from an area off Southeast Court Avenue. 6:19 p.m. - Street racers on Southwest Fourth Street, Irrigon, prompted citizens to action. They said the drivers were in Hondas. They also said they have video of a race. 8:02 p.m. - Pendleton police received a call about a car prowler in the parking lot of Safeway, 203 S.W. 20th St. 11:46 p.m. - A Pendleton woman on Northwest Fourth Street told police her neighbor damaged the plants in her whiskey barrel planter. ARRESTS, CITATIONS •Pendleton police cited James Bronson, 42, of Pendleton, for driving under the influence of intoxicants. Gwyneth Cox Green, 83, a resident of Milton-Free- water, died at Providence St. Mary Medical Center in Walla Walla on March 19, 2017. A memorial service will be held at Munselle-Rhodes Funeral Home, 902 S. Main Street, Milton-Freewater at 2 p.m. Saturday, April 1. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the Shriners Chil- dren’s Hospital in care of the funeral home. Gwyn was born Green June 15, 1933, in Palouse, Wash., to Harry and Hattie (Sellers) Cox. She attended grade school at Palouse and Fruitvale, and graduated from McLoughlin High School in 1951. After graduating, she moved to Heppner, Ore., where she married Marion C. Green and with whom she had her three boys. For the past 20 years she has been sharing her life with her high school sweetheart, Lonnie Feigner, after meeting again at a high school reunion. Before retiring, she worked at Pacific Power for over 20 years. In her career she variously lived in Heppner, Pendleton, Yakima, and Walla Walla. Survivors include her long- time companion Lonnie Feigner; three sons, Gregory Green (Bothell, Wash.), Howard Green (Portland, Ore.), and Joel Green (Spokane, Wash.); two grandchil- dren, Brandon and Lily; and two sisters, Roberta Haer and Nadine O’Brien, both of Walla Walla. She was preceded in death by five brothers, Sheldon, John (LaDow), Clinton, Darrell and LaVonne, and five sisters, Zona Marsh, Audrey Smith, Claudine Smith, Beverly Parks and Bethel Smith. To leave a condo- lence online, visit www. munsellerhodes.com Town to celebrate start of Little League season with food and fun By TAMMY MALGESINI East Oregonian File photo Youth baseball players stride to their season openers during the 2016 Adams Day celebration. This year’s event is Saturday, April 8. children’s entries. Ribbons will be presented to the top three entries in each category. To register, call Gilmer at 425-748-4487. The event features a full day of baseball festivities, the Adams Public Library book sale and vendors in the park. The park vendors, Gilmer said, include everything from plants and jewelry to toys and clothing. Also, she said there will be a number of food options. The 2016 event featured more than 40 vendors. The cost for booth space is $5. For more information, call Mary Patterson at 503-440-2082. Although not officially a part of the Adams Day event, Gilmer said yard sales always sprout up around town. This offers local residents a chance to do some spring cleaning and people may find some hidden treasures. In addition to Adams Day, the Adams Ladies Club also sponsors an annual Thanks- giving dinner, produces a Christmas pageant and maintains the rose garden at Adams City Park. The club was established in 1889. For a full schedule or to download a parade application, visit www.city- ofadamsoregon.com. For more about the club, call Patterson at 503-440-2082. ——— Contact Community Editor Tammy Malgesini at tmalgesini@eastoregonian. com or 541-564-4539 COMING EVENTS WEDNESDAY, MARCH 29 ADULT OPEN GYM, 6 a.m., Pendleton Recreation Center, 510 S.W. Dorion Ave., Pend- leton. Half-court basketball. Adults only. WALKING FOR WELL- NESS, 8:30-9:30 a.m., Pend- leton Recreation Center, 510 S.W. Dorion Ave., Pendleton. (541-276-8100) BABY & ME LEARN & PLAY, 10-10:45 a.m., Herm- iston Public Library back en- trance, 235 E. Gladys Ave., Hermiston. Engaging children and getting them excited about music, improving motor skills and sparking creativity while supporting early literacy de- velopment. For children ages newborn to 4 years and parent/ guardian. (541-567-2882) STORY TIME, 11:15 a.m., Hermiston Public Library, 235 E. Gladys Ave., Hermiston. (541-567-2882) STANFIELD SENIOR MEAL SERVICE, 12 p.m., Stanfield Community Center, 225 W. Roosevelt, Stanfield. Cost is $3.50 for seniors, $6 for others. (541-449-1332) PENDLETON SENIOR MEAL SERVICE, 12 p.m., Pendleton Senior Center, 510 S.W. 10th St., Pendleton. Costs $3.50 or $6 for those under 60. Pool, puzzles, crafts, snacks, Second Time Around thrift store 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. For Meals On Wheels, call 541-276-1926. (541-276-7101) ADULT BEGINNERS’ COMPUTERS, 3-4 p.m., Pend- leton Public Library meeting room, 502 S.W. Dorion Ave., Pendleton. Registration is re- quired. Classes tailored to the needs of the attendees. (541- 966-0380) LENTEN SOUP SUPPER AND WORSHIP SERVICE, 6 p.m., Epsicopal Church of the Redeemer, 241 S.E. Second St., Pendleton. Soup supper be- gins at 6 p.m. followed by com- munion and worship at 7 p.m. Messages, led by Rev. Marc Mullins, relate to the Beatitudes from Matthew 5:1-11. Everyone welcome. (541-276-3809) V E G A N / S U S TA I N A B L E LIVING POTLUCK SUPPER, 7 p.m., location varies, location varies, Pendleton. Bring a veg- an dish and recipe. Gluten-free friendly group. Call to RSVP and for driving directions. (541- 969-3057) THURSDAY, MARCH 30 ADULT OPEN GYM, 6 a.m., Pendleton Recreation Center, 510 S.W. Dorion Ave., Pend- leton. Half-court basketball. Adults only. WALKING FOR WELL- NESS, 8:30-9:30 a.m., Pend- leton Recreation Center, 510 S.W. Dorion Ave., Pendleton. (541-276-8100) PRESCHOOL STORY TIME, 10:15-11 a.m., Pendleton Public Library, 502 S.W. Dorion Ave., Pendleton. Stories and activities for young children. (541-966-0380) PRESCHOOL STORY AND CRAFT TIME, 10:30 a.m., MIl- ton-Freewater Public Library, 8 S.W. Eighth Ave., Milton-Free- water. (Lili Schmidt 541-938- 8247) PENDLETON SENIOR MEAL SERVICE, 12 p.m., Pendleton Senior Center, 510 S.W. 10th St., Pendleton. Costs $3.50 or $6 for those under 60. Pool, puzzles, crafts, snacks, Second Time Around thrift store 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. For Meals On Wheels, call 541-276-1926. (541-276-7101) BOARDMAN SENIOR MEAL SERVICE, 12 p.m., Boardman Senior Center, 100 Tatone St., Boardman. Cost is $4 for seniors 55 and over or $5 for adults. (541-481-3257) William L. “Bill” Abernathy, 49, of Echo died Sunday, March 12, 2017, at his home. He was born April 3, 1967, in Perryton, Texas. A private family gathering will be held. Burns Mortuary of Hermiston is in care of arrangements. Sign the online condolence book at burnsmortuaryhermiston.com UPCOMING SERVICES WEDNESDAY, MARCH 29 SWEARINGEN, WAYNE — Memorial service at 11 a.m. at the First Church of God, 712 S.W. 27th St., Pendleton. A reception will follow at the Pendleton Round-Up Grounds Roy Raley Room, 1205 S.W. Court Ave., Pendleton. THURSDAY, MARCH 30 No services scheduled OBITUARY POLICY The East Oregonian publishes paid obituaries. The obituary can include small photos and, for veterans, a flag symbol at no charge. Obituaries may be edited for spelling, proper punctuation and style. Expanded death notices will be published at no charge. These include information about services. Obituaries and notices can be submitted online at www.eastoregonian.com/obituaryform, by email to obits@ea- storegonian.com, by fax to 541-276-8314, placed via the funeral home or in person at the East Oregonian office. For more information, call 541-966-0818 or 1-800-522-0255, ext. 221. MEETINGS THURSDAY, MARCH 30 UCSLD office, 17 S.W. Frazer Ave., Suite 360, Pendleton. Exec- utive session will discuss person- nel. (Dan Feil 541-276-6449) UMATILLA COUNTY SPE- CIAL LIBRARY DISTRICT SPECIAL MEETING, 5:15 p.m., No meetings scheduled WEDNESDAY, MARCH 29 No meetings scheduled FRIDAY, MARCH 31 BRIEFLY ADAMS Members of the Adams Ladies Club are gearing up for the annual spring celebration that features baseball and apple pie — and surely people might be able to find a hot dog or two as well. The Adams Day event helps kick off the Triangle Little League season. And, the ladies make sure there’s plenty of food and fun. “Every child needs to be a part of something that’s bigger than themselves ... and organized sports is a good way to do that,” said Miriam Gilmer, who’s heading up the Adams Day parade and publicity. “You learn what it’s like to be a part of a team because more people are stronger than one.” Adams Day is Saturday, April 8 and it starts with a hearty breakfast of biscuits and gravy ($5) from 7-10 a.m. in the Adams Friend- ship Center. In addition, homemade cinnamon rolls and pie will be available until 2 p.m. The Adams Day parade gets moving at 9 a.m., which includes Little League participants, royalty, floats, musical groups/marching bands, mounted groups, antique vehicles and other Page 5A HERMISTON SENIOR MEAL SERVICE, 12 p.m., Hermiston Senior Center, 435 W. Orchard Ave., Hermiston. Cost is $4 for adults, free for children 10 and under, $4 for Meals on Wheels. Extra 50 cents for utensils/dishes. Bus service to Senior Center by do- nation. (541-567-3582) SENSORY STORY TIME, 12:30 p.m., Boardman Public Library, 200 S. Main St., Board- man. For children from birth to age 4. (541-481-2665) SKILLS FOR LIFE, 3-5 p.m., Pendleton Recreation Center, 510 S.W. Dorion Ave., Pendleton. Gym activities and life skills for middle and high school students. Registration requested. (Danny Bane 541- 379-4250) YARN CLUB, 5:30 p.m., Hermiston Public Library, 235 E. Gladys Ave., Hermiston. (541-567-2882) THE ARC UMATILLA COUNTY BINGO, 6-10 p.m., The Arc Building, 215 W. Or- chard Ave., Hermiston. Doors open at 6 p.m., seats may be held until 6:30 p.m., then all seats first come, first served; games begin at 7 p.m. Pro- ceeds benefit Umatilla County citizens with developmental dis- abilities. 18 years or older, must have proof of age and photo I.D. Basic pot $20, prizes range from $20-$750. (541-567-7615) FAMILY SCIENCE NIGHT, 6 p.m., Pendleton Public Li- brary, 502 S.W. Dorion Ave., Pendleton. Learn about women in science and engineering. All ages. (541-966-0380) FIDDLERS NIGHT, 6:30- 8:30 p.m., Brookdale Assisted Living, 980 W. Highland Ave., Hermiston. Enjoy light refresh- ments, listen to some favorite oldies or join in the jam session. All ages welcome. (541-567- 3141) Prison program rides away with donations UMATILLA — People can donate used bicycles for the Two Rivers Correctional Institution Cycles of Hope program. The Cycles of Hope program repairs donated bicycles and delivers them to local charities. Adults in custody at TRCI’s minimum security facility learn valuable skills along with an opportunity to give back to the community. Scott and Steve Cimmiyotti from Scott’s Cycle in Hermiston volunteer to train inmates in bicycle repair. People can drop off donations Friday and Saturday at Java Junkies, 1510 Sixth St., Umatilla. A trailer will be on site to accept the bikes and individuals making a donation will receive a coupon for half off any beverage. For more information on Cycles of Hope or bicycle donations, call Sgt. Kevin Hodges at 541-922-2100. Fishing derby reels in family fun UMATILLA — The Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife provides an opportunity to introduce youth to the fun of fishing through Family Fishing Days. The first local event of the season is the Kid’s Fishing Derby, which is sponsored by Tom Denchel Ford Country. The free event is Saturday from 10 a.m. to noon at the McNary Ponds, located near McNary Lock and Dam. The Family Fishing Events take place at stocked ponds throughout the state. ODFW staff and volunteers provide equipment, teach youth how to bait and cast, and help kids reel in their catch. Adults can get tips on basic rigging, fish identification and casting. The program provides a unique opportunity for families to learn how to fish together and discover just how much fun it can be. Licenses are required for anyone 12 years and older and are not available at the events. Fishing licenses can be purchased from licensed sales agents or at www.dfw. state.or.us. For more information about the Family Fishing Days, call William Duke at 541-276-2344. AAUW presents info on food, waste PENDLETON — Information about food and waste will be presented during the upcoming AAUW meeting in Pendleton. Mary Lemm Davis, consultant/owner of Eastern Oregon Nutrition Services, will discuss how food waste and sustainability affects hunger, the environment and each of us. The public is invited to attend Thursday, April 6 at 7 p.m. in the Vert Club Room, 345 S.W. Fourth St., Pendleton. The American Association for University Women works to advance equity for women and girls through advocacy, education, philanthropy and research. For more about the Pendleton affiliate, contact karenallen1965@ gmail.com. Healthy Fridays offer free check-up HERMISTON — Free health screenings, including blood pressure checks, weigh-ins, body mass index, cholesterol and glucose testing is available during Healthy Fridays. The event is offered the first Friday of the month from 8-11 a.m. in Conference Center 7 at Good Shepherd Medical Center, 610 N.W. 11th St., Hermiston. Those planning to have their cholesterol checked should fast for 8-10 hours prior to the blood draw. For more information, contact 541-667-3509 or healthinfo@gshealth.org. Workshop provides health insurance help PENDLETON — A free one-hour workshop will provide information about understanding health insurance. Sponsored by the Oregon Health Insurance Marketplace, “Building Blocks of Health Insurance” is Tuesday, April 11 from noon to 1 p.m. in Conference Room 2 at St. Anthony Hospital, 2801 St. Anthony Way, Pendleton. Those in attendance will receive information to help them be confident health coverage consumers. An experienced health- insurance educator from the marketplace will discuss types of health insurance, including Medicare, the Oregon Health Plan, and individual and family plans, and summary of benefits documents, explanation of benefits letters and eligibility for financial assistance. Those planning to attend are asked to register in advance by contacting 855-268-3767 or info. marketplace@oregon. gov. For more information about the Oregon Health Insurance Marketplace, visit www.dcbs.oregon.gov. Elks announce scholarship winners HERMISTON — Hermiston Elks Lodge No. 1875 recently announced it awarded four scholarships to local students as part of The Most Valuable Student Contest. First place winners, who each received $800, are Hunter Thompson of Hermiston High School and Samantha Ball of Umatilla High School. Receiving $400 each as second place winners are Kayden Kendrick of Irrigon High School and Selene Andrade- Bernal of Riverside High School. To be eligible for the scholarships, students submitted information, which was scored on areas including academics, leadership, community involvement, employment and extra-curricular activities. Thompson and Ball are now eligible to compete at the district, state and national level with the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks scholarship program. Each year, the National Elks Foundation awards more than $4 million in scholarships to students across the United States. 3/29 Cineplex Show Times $5 Classic Movie 12:00 ENTER THE DRAGON LOTTERY Monday, March 27 Megabucks 04-16-27-28-31-37 Estimated jackpot: $2.2 million Lucky Lines 01-05-10-13-FREE-18-21- 27-29 Estimated jackpot: $17,000 Win for Life 31-34-38-56 Pick 4 1 p.m.: 8-0-8-1 4 p.m.: 6-7-1-7 7 p.m.: 3-6-0-8 10 p.m.: 6-7-2-4 Tuesday, March 28 Pick 4 1 p.m.: 4-4-8-8 Beauty and the Beast (PG) 2D *12:30 *3:20 4:00 6:10 9:00 9:40 3D *1:10 6:50 Life (R) *12:00 *2:20 4:50 7:10 9:30 Power Rangers (PG13) *1:20 4:10 7:00 9:50 Kong: Skull Island (PG13) 4:40 7:20 10:00 Credit & Debit Cards accepted Cineplex gift cards available * Matinee Pricing wildhorseresort.com 541-966-1850 Pendleton, OR I-84 - Exit 216