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Page 6A RECORDS East Oregonian President pardons ex-sheriff convicted of defying judge’s order By ERIC TUCKER Associated Press WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump on Friday pardoned former sheriff Joe Arpaio, the retired Arizona lawman who was convicted for intentionally disobeying a judge’s order in an immigration case. The White House said the 85-year-old ex-sheriff of Arizona’s Maricopa County was a “worthy candidate” for a presidential pardon. The action came several days after Trump, at a rally in downtown Phoenix, strongly hinted that he intended to issue a pardon. “So was Sheriff Joe was convicted for doing his job?” Trump asked supporters. “I’ll make a prediction. I think he’s going to be just fi ne, OK.” Arpaio, who became linked to Trump during the campaign for their hardline immigration views, was convicted of a misdemeanor for intentionally defying a judge’s order to stop his traffi c patrols that targeted immigrants. Both politicians questioned the authenticity of then-President Barack Obama’s birth certifi cate and have a similar history in sparring with judges. By SAMANTHA MATSUMOTO The Oregonian/Oregonlive A woman strangled her friend to death, then stabbed him before she turned herself into police Tuesday after- noon in Portland, according to court records. Paris James McCon- ville told police she killed Ryan D. Thompson in self-defense during a fi ght at Thompson’s Southwest Portland apartment Monday evening, according to a probable cause affi davit written by Deputy District Attorney Bumjoon Park PENDLETON ON WHEELS RELAXED BIKE RIDE, 7 a.m., Chamber of Commerce Parking Lot, 501 S. Main St., Pendleton. Weekly casual ride. Meet with those taking a longer ride, but take a shorter route that match- es participant interests that day. Usually in the 10 to 20 mile ride as participants desire. (Pete Wells 541-379-2180) POW SATURDAY BIKE RIDE, 7 a.m.-1 p.m., Informa- tion kiosk at Museum Park, 108 S.W. Frazer Ave., Pendleton. Weekly bike ride by Pendleton on Wheels. Rides are open to the public, as far and at a speed comfortable for you. (Pete Wells 541-379-2180) IMAC FUNDRAISING BREAKFAST, 7:30-10:30 a.m., Stokes Landing Senior Center, 150 Columbia Lane, Irrigon. Sup- ports Irrigon Multicultural Arts Center project to preserve 1921 building and create regional art center. Costs $4.50. (Peggy price 541-567-3806) HERMISTON FARMERS MARKET, 9 a.m.-1 p.m., Festival Plaza, Northeast Second Street and Main, Hermiston. Local pro- duce, baked goods, crafts, jew- elry, art, live music, food vendors and more. FREE FOR ALL, 9:30-10:15 a.m., Pendleton Center for the Arts, 214 N. Main St., Pendleton. Free art classes for children up to age 12. Children under 8 should be accompanied by an adult. (Ro- berta Lavadour 541-278-9201) FAMILY HISTORY WORK- SHOPS, 10 a.m., Church of Je- sus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 850 S.W. 11th St., Hermiston. Workshops, photo scanning and more. (Stephanie Blackburn 541- 567-6251) YARN CLUB, 10 a.m.-12 p.m., Hermiston Public Library, 235 E. Gladys Ave., Hermiston. (541-567-2882) DRIVE 4 UR SCHOOL FUNDRAISER, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Hermiston High School park- ing lot, 600 S. First St., Hermis- ton. Ford will donate $20, up to $6,000, for every test drive by a licensed driver. Proceeds benefi t the Hermiston High School choir program. (Maria Duron 541-667- 6036) HIP & HANDMADE, 11 a.m.- 12 p.m., Pendleton Center for the Arts, 214 N. Main St., Pendleton. Free drop-in project class for adults. (Roberta Lavadour 541- 278-9201) GOLF “FORE” LIFE TOUR- NAMENT, 1 p.m., Echo Hills Golf Course, 400 Golf Course Road, Echo. Annual fundraiser begins with 1 p.m. sign-in, 2 p.m. shot- gun start, catered dinner at 4:30 p.m. $60 per person, $240 for 4-member team, includes greens fees, cart and dinner. Sponsor- ships available, donations wel- come. Register online at www. pregnancycareservices.com, by phone or email, or fi ll out a reg- istration form at the Pendleton or Hermiston locations. (Phyllis 541- 276-5757 or 541-567-3393) Athena March 17, 1932 - Aug. 23, 2017 Ralph Edmondson, 85, of Athena died Wednesday, Aug. 23, 2017, at his home. He was born March 17, 1932. Munselle-Rhodes Funeral Home in Milton-Freewater is in charge of arrangements. Robert F. “Bob” Hubbard, 79, of Ione died Friday, Aug. 18, 2017, in Ione. He was born Jan. 23, 1938, in Dayton, Wash. A celebration of life will be held Saturday, Sept. 2 at 2 p.m. at the Ione American Legion Hall. Sweeney Mortuary of Heppner is in care of arrangements. Mark R. Seltmann Athena Aug. 20, 1959 - Aug. 24, 2017 AP Photo/Mary Altaffer, File In this Jan. 26, 2016 fi le photo, then-Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump is joined by Joe Arpaio, the sheriff of metro Phoenix, at a campaign event in Marshalltown, Iowa. President Donald Trump has par- doned former sheriff Joe Arpaio following his conviction for intentionally disobeying a judge’s order in an immigration case. In the statement Friday night, the White House said, “Throughout his time as Sheriff, Arpaio continued his life’s work of protecting the public from the scourges of crime and illegal immigration. Sheriff Joe Arpaio is now eighty-fi ve years old, and after more than fi fty years of admirable service to our Nation, he is (a) worthy candidate for a Presidential pardon.” and fi led in Mult- had only recently nomah County moved to Portland Circuit Court on from Pendleton, Wednesday. according to court McConville, 34, records. went to the Port- McConville land Police Station said she and shortly after 3 Thompson had p.m. Tuesday. been friends for a McConville told decade, but they police she “killed McConville fought frequently, Mr. Thompson and the affi davit said. deserved to be punished,” During a fi ght Monday, the affi davit said. She had McConville told police she no visible injuries. strangled Thompson, then Earlier court records stabbed him, according to identifi ed McConville the affi davit. She told police as male, but the affi davit at one point during the fi ght, identifi ed McConville as she texted Thompson to tell a woman. A Multnomah him she had a knife. County sheriff’s spokesman Using a key McConville said Wednesday McConville gave them, offi cers went is being held in a gender-neu- to Thompson’s apartment tral jail cell. McConville in the 700 block of S.W. St. Clair Ave. Inside, they found Thompson’s body in a bathtub. His belongings, including his wallet, were in the bathroom sink. Long strips of packing tape were found on Thompson’s hands. McConville later told police she killed Thompson by a bed, then moved his body to the bathroom, put his belongings in the sink and taped Thompson’s hands. The medical examiner later determined Thompson was strangled to death. He also had a stab wound on his arm and had been hit on the back of his head, the affi davit said. McConville is charged with murder and unlawful use of a weapon. COMING EVENTS SATURDAY, AUGUST 26 Ralph Edmondson Ione Jan. 23, 1938 - Aug. 18, 2017 SUNDAY, AUGUST 27 For a complete listing of regional events, visit easternoregonevents.com DEATH NOTICES Robert F. ‘Bob’ Hubbard Woman charged with murder of friend in Portland apartment Suspect recently lived in Pendleton Saturday, August 26, 2017 FIDDLER’S NIGHT, 2 p.m., Brookdale Assisted Living, 980 W. Highland Ave., Hermiston. Join the jam session or just lis- ten. (541-567-3141) ADULT OPEN GYM, 6:30 p.m., Pendleton Recreation Center, 510 S.W. Dorion Ave., Pendleton. Half-court basketball. Adults only. MONDAY, AUGUST 28 TOT TIME, 10 a.m., Pendle- ton Recreation Center, 510 S.W. Dorion Ave., Pendleton. For chil- dren ages 0-5. PRESCHOOL STORY TIME, 10:30 a.m., Athena Public Li- brary, 418 E. Main St., Athena. For ages birth to 6. (541-566- 2470) 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) ART STUDIO, 4-5:30 p.m., Pendleton Center for the Arts, 214 N. Main St., Pendleton. Free class for ages 7-12 to develop skills and encourage art explo- ration. (Roberta Lavadour 541- 278-9201) TUESDAY, AUGUST 29 PRESCHOOL STORY TIME, 10:30-11 a.m., Stanfi eld Public Library, 180 W. Coe Ave., Stan- fi eld. (541-449-1254) 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) 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) HERMISTON SENIOR MEAL SERVICE, 12 p.m., Our Lady of Angels Catholic Church parish hall, 565 W. Hermiston Ave., Hermiston. Cost is $4 for adults, free for children 10 and under, $4 for Meals on Wheels. Extra 50 cents for utensils/dish- es. Bus service to parish hall by donation. (541-567-3582) Mark R. Seltmann, 58, of Athena died Thursday, Aug. 24, 2017, in Spokane, Wash. He was born Aug. 20, 1959, in Port- land. A celebration of life will be held at a later date. Burns Mortuary of Pendleton is in charge of arrangements. Sign the online condolence book at www.burnsmortuary.com UPCOMING SERVICES SATURDAY, AUG. 26 BARKER, LYNN — Graveside service at 9 a.m. at the Athena Cemetery. A memorial service will follow at 10:30 a.m. at Grace Presbyterian Church, 703 S. Main St., Milton-Freewater. GROSSMILLER, JABUDAH — Celebration of life at 11 a.m. at Stanfi eld Baptist Church, 310 N.E. Wheeler Ave. HAYES, EVELYN — Celebration of life from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at McKenzie Park, 320 S. First St., Hermiston. LAMBIER, BETTE — Funeral service at 1 p.m. in the chapel at Burns Mortuary, 685 W. Hermiston Ave., Hermiston. Burial will follow at the Hermiston Cemetery. SUNDAY, AUG. 27 ENGLAND, JOHNNIE — Celebration of life service at 2 p.m. at New Beginnings Christian Fellowship, 700 W. Orchard Ave., Hermiston. HOWARD, BUD — Celebration of life service at 3 p.m. at Stanfi eld Baptist Church, 310 N.E. Wheeler Ave. MONDAY, AUG. 28 No services scheduled. TUESDAY, AUG. 29 No services scheduled. OBITUARY POLICY The East Oregonian publishes paid obituaries. The obituary can include small photos and, for veterans, a fl ag symbol at no charge. Obituaries may be edited for spelling, proper punctuation and style. Expanded death notices will be published at no charge. These in- clude information about services. Obituaries and notices can be submitted online at www.eastoregonian.com/obituaryform, by email to obits@eastoregonian.com, by fax to 541-276-8314, placed via the funeral home or in person at the East Oregonian offi ce.For more information, call 541-966-0818 or 1-800-522-0255, ext. 221. MEETINGS ATHENA TUESDAY MAR- KET, 4-7 p.m., Dugger Park, Main Street, Athena. Local ven- dors featuring food, crafts and more. Vendor spaces are free. (April McKenna or Katie Zmuda 541-310-9557) CRAFTERNOONS, 4:15 p.m., Pendleton Public Library, 502 S.W. Dorion Ave., Pend- leton. Drop in for a group or in- dividual craft project. All ages. (541-966-0380) KARATE OPEN GYM, 5-6 p.m., Pendleton Recreation Cen- ter gym, 510 S.W. Dorion Ave., Pendleton. Lars Hansen will lead this all-ages class. Wear com- fortable clothes. No experience necessary. (Casey Brown 541- 276-8100) PENDLETON EAGLES TA- COS AND BINGO, 6 p.m., Pend- leton Eagles Lodge, 428 S. Main St., Pendleton. Regular packet $10, special packet $5. Pro- ceeds donated to local charities. Public welcome. (541-278-2828) INSIDE OUTSIDE THE LINES ADULT COLORING, 6-7:30 p.m., Irrigon Public Li- brary, 490 N.E. Main St., Irrigon. Materials provided. Bring snacks to share. (541-922-0138) PENDLETON KNITTING GROUP, 6 p.m., Prodigal Son Brewery & Pub, 230 S.E. Court Ave., Pendleton. (541-966-0380) STORY AND CRAFT TIME, 6:30 p.m., Milton-Freewater Public Library, 8 S.W. Eighth Ave., Milton-Freewater. For el- ementary school-age children. (541-938-8247) WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 30 BABY & ME LEARN & PLAY, 10-10:45 a.m., Hermiston Pub- lic 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., Stanfi eld Community Center, 225 W. Roo- sevelt, Stanfi eld. 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) MID-WEEK MARKET, 4-8 p.m., Village Square Park, across from Umatilla Library, Sixth Street and H Avenue, Umatilla. Special guest musician Pamela Thom- as-Martin will play Aug. 16 from 6-8 p.m. (541-922-3226) ACHIEVING YOUR GOALS, 5:30 p.m., Pendleton Public Li- brary National Parks Program area, 502 S.W. Dorion Ave., Pendleton. Theresa Peasley, healthy living director, will explain how to consistently meet your goals. Free. (Heather Culley 541- 966-0380) KIDS CLUB, 6:30-8 p.m., Hermiston Christian Center, 1825 W. Highland Ave., Hermiston. For ages 5-12. Includes open gym, games, prizes, snacks music, puppets and more. Transporta- tion available. (Joanna Hayden 541-561-5573) VEGAN/SUSTAINABLE LIV- ING POTLUCK SUPPER, 7 p.m., location varies, location varies, Pendleton. Bring a vegan dish and recipe. Gluten-free friendly group. Call to RSVP and for driv- ing directions. (541-969-3057) MONDAY, AUGUST 28 LOWER UMATILLA COUN- TY GROUNDWATER MANAGE- MENT AREA COMMITTEE, 2 p.m., Stafford Hansell Govern- ment Center, 915 S.E. Columbia Drive, Hermiston. (Janet Greenup 541-676-5452 ext. 109) NIXYAAWII COMMUNITY SCHOOL BOARD, 4:30 p.m., Nixyaawii Community School, 73300 July Grounds Lane, Mis- sion. (541-966-2680) UMATILLA BASIN WATER- SHED COUNCIL, 6 p.m., East- ern Oregon Higher Education Center, 975 S.E. Columbia Drive, Hermiston. (Michael T. Ward 541- 276-2190) MORROW COUNTY HEALTH DISTRICT, 6 p.m., PI- oneer Medical Clinic conference room, 130 Thompson St., Hep- pner. Provider dinner at 6 p.m. followed by regular meeting. (541-676-9133) HERMISTON CITY COUN- CIL, 7 p.m., Hermiston City Hall council chambers, 180 N.E. Sec- ond St., Hermiston. (541-567- 5521) MILTON-FREEWATER CITY COUNCIL, 7 p.m., Milton-Free- water Public Library Albee Room, 8 S.W. EIghth Ave., Milton-Free- water. (541-938-5531) IRRIGON COMMUNITY PARKS & RECREATION DIS- TRICT, 7 p.m., Irrigon Fire Sta- tion, 705 N. Main St., Irrigon. (541-922-3047) TUESDAY, AUGUST 29 UMATILLA COUNTY COM- MISSIONERS ADMINISTRA- TIVE MEETING, 9 a.m., Umatilla County Courthouse room 316, 216 S.E. Fourth St., Pendleton. (Doug Olsen 541-278-6208). IONE SCHOOL DISTRICT, 4:30 p.m., Ione Community School, 445 Spring St., Ione. (541-422-7131) MORROW COUNTY PLAN- NING COMMISSION, 7 p.m., Port of Morrow Riverfront Cen- ter, 2 Marine Drive, Boardman. (Stephanie Loving 541-922-4624) LOTTERY Labor Day Weekend Getaway! Thursday, Aug. 24 Lucky Lines 02-06-12-14-FREE-19-24- 27-32 Estimated jackpot: $41,000 Pick 4 1 p.m.: 4-7-0-1 4 p.m.: 8-3-7-0 7 p.m.: 7-9-7-3 10 p.m.: 1-9-8-9 Tumbleweed Music Festival FREE ACTIVITIES Friday 6:30-10pm Concert in The Lounge Saturday August 26th, from 7 pm - 10 pm. No Cover Charge. Friday, Aug. 25 Pick 4 1 p.m.: 7-0-9-4 541-276-6111 Red Lion Lounge • 304 SE Nye, Pendleton Saturday and Sunday 11:00am - 7pm Live Music, Dancing, Band Scramble Workshops and Open Mic Benefit Concert, Saturday: 7 – 10 pm $10 Benefit Contra Dance, Sunday: 8-10 pm $8 September 1 – 3, 2017 Howard Amon Park • Richland, WA Tumbleweedfest.com • Facebook.com/tumbleweedfest