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RECORDS Wednesday, May 3, 2017 East Oregonian PUBLIC SAFETY LOG OBITUARIES DEATH NOTICES MONDAY Nikki Lee (Nash) Mikesell Clara M. Orton Pendleton May 23, 1948-April 29, 2017 Milton-Freewater March 27, 1918-April 30, 2017 2:53 a.m. - Union Pacific Railroad reported its train would stop in Pendleton and block all the crossings in the city for 45 minutes. 10:44 a.m. - A Hermiston woman told police phone scammers pretending to be with the IRS left a computer generated message on her answering machine from the number 229-299-5047. She said she did not return the call. 11:09 a.m. - A Pendleton resident also reported a scam call. While she did not give any money, she said, she did provide her personal information. 12:20 p.m. - Pendleton police received a complaint from a man on Southwest Emigrant Avenue who said someone threw his mail on the neighbor’s lawn. 1:02 p.m. - A Pilot Rock landlord on Southwest Birch Street told police a tenant refused to leave after not paying rent. 3:02 p.m. - The Umatilla County Sheriff’s Office took a report of a burglary on Arabian Drive, Pendleton. 4:42 p.m. - Staff at Kinzua Resources, 600 N.W. Cedar St., Pilot Rock, told police someone may have broken into the scale shack. 7:12 p.m. - Umatilla County Search and Rescue were on standby after receiving a call about a person missing in the area of the Starkey Experimental Station and Frog Heaven off Highway 244. 8:04 p.m. - Someone stole the mud flaps off of a Pendleton resident’s pickup on Southwest Marshall Avenue. 9:29 p.m. - Hermiston police received a call for help from a mother who said her daughter was out of control, slamming and hitting people. 10:11 p.m. - A Hermiston man on Northeast Gladys Drive said he is going through a divorce and his four-wheeler is missing. ARRESTS, CITATIONS Monday •Morrow County Sheriff’s Office arrested Shawn Neil Lala, 41, no address provided, for driving under the influence of intoxicants and resisting arrest. •Umatilla County Sheriff’s Office arrested Tyler James Schachtsick, 28, of 265 N.E. Cherry St., Pilot Rock, for felony DUII and felony driving while suspended/revoked. HONORS Local students named to EWU dean’s list CHENEY, Wash. — Eastern Washington University has named students to the Winter 2017 Dean’s List. Local students included in the list: Pendleton: Lindsey Roach; Hermiston: Endy De La Cruz, Andrea Waters, Mariah Ware; Heppner: Michaella Emmel. LOTTERY Monday, May 1 Megabucks 08-11-15-21-28-32 Estimated jackpot: $5.2 million Lucky Lines 04-06-11-15-FREE-19-21-25-29 Estimated jackpot: $52,000 Win for Life 03-05-41-54 Pick 4 1 p.m.: 1-6-4-9 4 p.m.: 1-7-6-0 7 p.m.: 5-4-4-4 10 p.m.: 9-9-9-8 Tuesday, May 2 Pick 4 1 p.m.: 5-9-3-2 Nikki Mikesell, beloved wife, mother, sister, aunt, grandmother, church member and friend, went home to her Lord and Savior on Saturday, April 29, 2017. She was surrounded by her loving family. Nikki Lee Nash (Mike- sell) was born on May 23, 1948, in Hermiston, Oregon, to Jack and Shirley Nash. The fourth of nine children, she was a beautiful child with bouncy dark curls. Nikki grew up in Pendleton participating in many activities Mikesell such as Campfire Girls, Theta Rho, and the Christian Youth Fellowship in junior high and high school. After high school she studied at Blue Mountain Community College. She married Allen DeVault and had a beautiful daughter Michelle. She worked for The Salvation Army in the early 1980s doing administrative work and ministry and then went to work for the Pendleton Juvenile Correc- tional Facility working with at-risk youth. In 1991, Nikki married Tim Mikesell. They were happily married for 18 years until his death in 2009. Nikki is a life member and strong supporter of VFW Post 922. She was a dedicated volunteer, giving her time and resources to the Pilot Rock Baptist Church WEDNESDAY, MAY 3 Continued from 1A Staff photo by E.J. Harris The regional art exhibit opening reception is Thursday, 5 p.m. at the Pendleton Center for the Arts. The annual art competition begins with a judge’s critique at 5 p.m. followed by a reception from 5:30-7 p.m. The exhibit runs through June 23. varies, Pendleton. Bring a veg- an dish and recipe. Gluten-free friendly group. Call to RSVP and for driving directions. (541-969- 3057) TOUR OF KNOWLEDGE, 7-8 p.m., Eastern Oregon Higher Education Center, 980 S.E. Co- lumbia Drive, Hermiston. Discus- sion of public hearings, meetings and events relevant to the area, and reports on sites and facilities that impact natural resources and places of historical interest. Free and everyone welcome. (Eileen Laramore 541-303-3872) EVANGELIST RICHARD GREEN, 7 p.m., Pendleton Bap- tist Church, 3202 S.W. Nye Ave., Pendleton. Green, who has con- ducted evangelistic crusades in 63 countries, will share God’s word. A light meal will be served from 5:30-6:30 p.m. before each evening meeting. Free. (Christina White 541-276-7590) THURSDAY, MAY 4 ADULT OPEN GYM, 6 a.m., Pendleton Recreation Center, 510 S.W. Dorion Ave., Pendleton. Half-court basketball. Adults only. COLLECTIVE GOODS SALE, 7:30 a.m.-5 p.m., Good Shepherd Medical Center con- ference room 1, 610 N.W. 11th St., Hermiston. Merchandise from Collective Goods including a variety of books and gifts at affordable prices. Proceeds help pay for medical equipment and scholarships. WALKING FOR WELL- NESS, 8:30-9:30 a.m., Pendle- ton 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-Freewa- ter. (Lili Schmidt 541-938-8247) PENDLETON SENIOR MEAL SERVICE, 12 p.m., Pend- leton 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., Board- man Senior Center, 100 Tatone St., Boardman. Cost is $4 for se- niors 55 and over or $5 for adults. (541-481-3257) HERMISTON SENIOR MEAL SERVICE, 12 p.m., Herm- iston Senior Center, 435 W. Or- chard 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 donation. (541-567-3582) Clara M. Orton, 99, of Milton-Freewater died Sunday, April 30, 2017, in Milton-Freewater. She was born March 27, 1918, in Briggs, Okla. A funeral service will be held Saturday, May 6 at 11 a.m. at Burns Mortuary chapel, Hermiston. Private burial will follow at the Hermiston Cemetery. Burns Mortuary of Hermiston is in care of arrangements. Sign the online condolence book at burnsmortuaryhermiston.com UPCOMING SERVICES WEDNESDAY, MAY 3 No services scheduled THURSDAY, MAY 4 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 WEDNESDAY, MAY 3 MORROW COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS, 9 a.m., Bartholomew Government Build- ing upper conference room, 110 N. Court St., Heppner. (541-676-9061) UMATILLA COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS, 9 a.m., Umatilla County Courthouse, 216 S.E. Fourth St., Pendleton. (Doug Olsen 541-278-6208) HERMISTON AIRPORT AD- VISORY COMMITTEE, 4 p.m., Hermiston Airport lounge, 1600 Airport Way, Hermiston. (541-567- 5521) BLUE MOUNTAIN BOARD OF EDUCATION, 6:30 p.m., Blue Mountain Community College Pi- oneer Hall boardroom, 2411 N.W. Carden Ave., Pendleton. (Shannon Franklin 541-278-5951) CONDON CITY COUNCIL, 7 p.m., Condon City Hall, 128 S. Main St., Condon. (541-384-2711) UMATILLA RURAL FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT, 7 p.m., Umatilla Fire Department, 305 Willamette St., Umatilla. (541-922- 2770) THURSDAY, MAY 4 UMATILLA COUNTY SPE- CIAL LIBRARY DISTRICT, 5:15 p.m., Pendleton City Hall, 501 S.W. Emigrant Ave., Pendleton. A budget committee meeting at 5:15 p.m. will be followed by a regular board meeting. An executive session will be called following the regular meeting. (Dan Feil 541-276-6449) ADAMS PLANNING COM- MISSION, 6:30 p.m., Adams City Hall, 190 N. Main St., Adams. (541- 566-9380) PENDLETON PLANNING COMMISSION, 7 p.m., Pendleton City Hall council chambers, 501 S.W. Emigrant Ave., Pendleton. (541-276-7811) CINCO: ‘There will be lots of music’ COMING EVENTS ADULT OPEN GYM, 6 a.m., Pendleton Recreation Center, 510 S.W. Dorion Ave., Pendleton. Half-court basketball. Adults only. WALKING FOR WELL- NESS, 8:30-9:30 a.m., Pendle- ton Recreation Center, 510 S.W. Dorion Ave., Pendleton. (541- 276-8100) TAI CHI: MOVING FOR BET- TER BALANCE, 9 a.m., Good Shepherd Wellness Center, 610 N.W. 11th St., Hermiston. Im- proves balance, increases flexi- bility and improves core muscle strength. Can be done standing or seated. No experience re- quired; wear comfortable cloth- ing and shoes with flexible soles. Free, but registration is request- ed. (Helena Wolfe 541-667-3509) BABY & ME LEARN & PLAY, 10-10:45 a.m., Hermiston Public Library back entrance, 235 E. Gladys Ave., Hermiston. En- gaging children and getting them excited about music, improving motor skills and sparking creativ- ity while supporting early literacy development. 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. Roo- sevelt, Stanfield. Cost is $3.50 for seniors, $6 for others. (541-449- 1332) PENDLETON SENIOR MEAL SERVICE, 12 p.m., Pend- leton 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’ COM- PUTERS, 3-4 p.m., Pendleton Public Library meeting room, 502 S.W. Dorion Ave., Pendleton. Registration is required. Classes tailored to the needs of the at- tendees. (541-966-0380) PENDLETON SCHOOL DISTRICT SUPERINTENDENT FINALISTS COMMUNITY FO- RUM, 3:30-5:30 p.m., Pendleton High School commons, 1800 N.W. Carden Ave., Pendleton. Fi- nalists for PSD’s superintendent position will rotate individually into the public session for 30 minutes each and answer questions. At- tendees are asked to provide writ- ten feedback to the school board on each candidate. (Tami Calvert 541-276-6711) ADULT & TEEN COLOR CLUB, 5:30 p.m., Pendleton Public Library, 502 S.W. Dorion Ave., Pendleton. A relaxing hour of coloring. We have colors and coloring sheets so just come join us. (Mary Finney 541-966-0380) SCREEN FREE WEEK EVENT, 5:30 p.m., Hash Park, Pendleton Avenue, Umatilla. Put down your devices and enjoy walking and biking events for all ages, early childhood activities, parachute play, Feed Hero reci- pe tasting, beach ball volleyball, frisbees, dental kits for kids, door prizes and more. Free. (Angie Treadwell 541-567-8321) PAJAMA STORY TIME, 6 p.m., Pendleton Public Library, 502 S.W. Dorion Ave., Pendle- ton. Wear pajamas, bring a fa- vorite stuffed friend and enjoy a fun bedtime craft. All ages. Free. (541-966-0830) “BROADMAY”, 7 p.m., Vert Auditorium, 480 S.W. Dorion Ave., Pendleton. The PHS Swing Choir will present the Broadway revue including solos, duets and ensemble performances. Admis- sion is by donation; all proceeds support travel expenses for choir events. V E G A N / S U S TA I N A B L E LIVING POTLUCK SUPPER, 7 p.m., location varies, location and the Pilot Rock Food Pantry. She was preceded in death by her husband Tim Mikesell, daughter Michelle DeVault (Wallace), parents Jack Nash and Robert and Shirley Zaklan, siblings John Nash, LeRoy Nash, Colleen Nash (Roach) and Robert Zaklan Jr., nephew Kurtis Nash and grandson Liem Connor Hettenbach. Nikki is survived by her siblings Jackie Mason, Janette Divish, Gary Nash and Rebecca Griffin; her children Zach Mikesell, Misty Krigbaum, Molly and Sara Mikesell and her n’other daughter Cindy Ritchie (Bellus); and 16 nieces and nephews. The true light of her life, her grandchildren Shiloh, Colt, Spencer, Lily, Keana, Nevaeh, Layla, Bonnie, Waylon, Olivia and Delaney, gave her joy every day. Celebration of life service for Nikki will be held Sunday, May 7 at 3 p.m. at the Pilot Rock Baptist Church on Birch Street in Pilot Rock, Oregon. In lieu of flowers please donate to the Pilot Rock Food Pantry. Burns Mortuary of Pendleton is in charge of arrangements. Sign the condolence book at www. burnsmortuary.com. Page 5A SENSORY STORY TIME, 12:30 p.m., Boardman Public Li- brary, 200 S. Main St., Boardman. 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) PRE-REGISTRATION AND OPEN HOUSE, 4-7 p.m., Harris Jr. Academy, 3121 S.W. Hailey Ave., Pendleton. Adventist school for children K-8th grade invites parents and students to tour the school, meet the teachers, enjoy refreshments and fill out paper- work for the 2017-18 academic year. All denominations welcome. (Elizabeth Cook 541-276-0615) OPEN REGIONAL EXHIBIT OPENING RECEPTION, 5 p.m., Pendleton Center for the Arts, 214 N. Main St., Pendleton. An- nual art competition begins with a judge’s critique at 5 p.m. followed by a reception from 5:30-7 p.m. Refreshments will be available by donation. Exhibit runs through June 23. (Roberta Lavadour 541- 278-9201) CASON’S PLACE GRIEF SUPPORT FOR CHILDREN AND FAMILIES OF EASTERN OREGON ORGANIZATIONAL MEETING, 5:30 p.m., Pendle- ton Early Learning Center, 455 S.W. 13th St., Pendleton. Board meeting at 5:30 p.m. followed by general meeting at 6 p.m. All those interested in volunteering are encouraged to attend. (Matt Terjeson 503-720-1620) YARN CLUB, 5:30 p.m., Hermiston Public Library, 235 E. Gladys Ave., Hermiston. (541- 567-2882) PLAYGROUND FUND- RAISER, 5:30-7 p.m., Perk and Brews Restaurant, 425 W. Main St., Ione. Cydney McElligott will have LipSense and Senegence cosmetic and skin care products available on site as well as cat- alogues to make personalized orders. Proceeds benefit play- ground landscaping and picnic ta- bles/benches. (Cydney McElligott 541-303-3551) THE ARC UMATILLA COUNTY BINGO, 6-10 p.m., The Arc Building, 215 W. Orchard 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. Proceeds 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) FIDDLERS NIGHT, 6:30-8:30 p.m., Brookdale Assisted Living, 980 W. Highland Ave., Hermiston. Enjoy light refreshments, listen to some favorite oldies or join in the jam session. All ages welcome. (541-567-3141) trio of young ladies were chosen from a public vote on the event’s Facebook page. Armenia is Señorita Hermiston Cinco de Mayo 2017, while Cardenas was chosen as Miss Photogenic and Torres was designated as Miss Charisma. Also, for a chance to cruise home in a 2012 Dodge Charger, be sure to pick up a free entry form by Friday and deposit it at Fiesta Foods, 1875 N. First St., Hermiston. The drawing will be held Saturday night at 8 p.m. Beas Fitzgerald said the vehicle, which is valued at approximately $12,000, is being provided by Prestige Motors of Pasco. Entry forms will not be available at the Cinco de Mayo cele- bration, she said. Also, the carnival will offer pre-event fun when it opens Friday from noon to 10 p.m., said Larry Fetter, Hermiston Parks & Recre- ation director. Presented by Rainier Amusements, it features rides, games and food booths. It also runs Saturday from noon to 10 p.m. and Sunday from noon to 8 p.m. Fetter said wrist- bands can be purchased for $20 at Fiesta Foods. After Saturday’s official opening ceremonies, the Aztec Dancers will perform, followed by a dancing horse competition from 2:30-4 p.m. Food vendors will be plentiful at the park, Beas Fitzgerald said. The evening will crescendo with DJ music and dancing. A fire- works show, Fetter said, will fill the sky at 9:30 p.m. Sunday provides a full afternoon and evening of live entertainment, said Beas Fitzgerald. Taking the stage are Mariachi Los Temerosos, Ballet Folkloric, Arkangel R-15, Band Koritas Musical, Inizzio Norten and Conquis- tadores 5. “There will be lots of music,” Beas Fitzgerald said. “These are big bands playing until 8 p.m.” For more information, visit www.facebook.com/ HermistonCincoDeMayo. ——— Contact Community Editor Tammy Malgesini at tmalgesini@eastoregonian. com or 541-564-4539 BRIEFLY SAGE Center to show ‘Sing’ BOARDMAN — Matthew McConaughey and Reese Witherspoon are featured during the upcoming SAGE Center movie event. Nominated for several Golden Globe Awards, “Sing” is an animated flick about animals banding together to save the town’s theater by hosting a singing competition. Rated PG, the family-friendly movie will be shown Friday at 7:15 p.m. and Saturday at 2:15 p.m. at the center, located at 101 Olson Road, Boardman. Admission is $3 per person and includes a free bag of popcorn. Bottled water and other concessions are available for purchase. The SAGE Center is an interactive visitor center that highlights the region’s history, industries and sustainability practices. For more information, call 541-481-7243 or visit www. visitsage.com. Dance team sets can drive PENDLETON — The Pendleton High School dance team is holding a can and bottle drive this weekend. People are asked to drop off recyclable cans and bottles Saturday from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Roy Raley Park, 1205 S.W. Court Ave., Pendleton. Money raised will go toward expenses for the 2017-18 Rhythmic Mode team. For more information or to schedule pick-up service, contact Wendy at 541-969- 7098 or wendyc1963@ yahoo.com. Bazaar supports cancer society PENDLETON — A Spring Bazaar will support the work of the American Cancer Society. The bazaar will be held Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Pendleton Early Learning Center, 455 S.W. 13th St. All proceeds from vendor fees will be donated to the cancer group. For more information, contact Gert Hawthorne at 541-215-9767. Activities offered during Screen Free Week HERMISTON — People are encouraged to read, play, think, create, get active and spend more time with family and friends during Screen Free Week. Organized by the Healthy Communities Coalition Children’s Health Committee, some free activities are planned: •Monday, May 8 from 6-7 p.m. at Sunset Elementary School, 300 E. Catherine Ave., Hermiston. People can play disc golf, participate in early childhood activities, engage in parachute play and Food Hero recipe tasting. Free dental kits will be distributed to kids. •Thursday, May 11 at 5:30 p.m. at Lovin’ Spadefuls Community Garden at Good Shepherd Medical Center, 610 N.W. 11th St., Hermiston. A walk and bike event for all ages. It includes Food Hero recipe tasting, a planting activity and free dental kits for kids. For more information, contact Angie Treadwell at 541-567-8321 or angela. treadwell@oregonstate.edu. ——— Submit information to: community@eastoregonian. com or drop off to the attention of Tammy Malgesini at 333 E. Main St., Hermiston or Renee Struthers at 211 S.E. Byers Ave., Pendleton. Call 541-564-4539 or 541-966- 0818 with questions. 5/3 Cineplex Show Times $5 Classic Movie 12:00 THE BIG SLEEP The Fate of the Furious (PG13) 4:10 7:00 9:50 Unforgettable (R) 4:30 6:50 10:00 Boss Baby (PG) 4:50 7:20 9:30 The Circle (PG13) 4:40 7:10 9:40 Going In Style (PG13) 4:20 The Promise (PG13) 6:30 9:20 Credit & Debit Cards accepted Cineplex gift cards available * Matinee Pricing wildhorseresort.com 541-966-1850 Pendleton, OR I-84 - Exit 216
