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C2 YOUR EO NEWS East Oregonian Saturday, January 4, 2020 MOREHEADS CAPTURE WINTER WONDERLAND Photos contributed by Barbara Morehead Photo contributed by Mike Morehead The Blue Mountains of Eastern Oregon are covered in a blanket of snow. Top: While typically evergreen, coniferous trees are weathering a change of color with snow in the Blue Mountains. Bottom: While covered in snow, this tree was doing more than just dreaming of a white Christmas. HSD staff warm up with the giving spirit East Oregonian HERMISTON — Clas- sifi ed staff in the Hermis- ton School District helped make a difference for the Hermiston Warming Station. The group collected a variety of items, includ- ing socks, gloves, cleaning supplies, hygiene supplies and snacks. Cathy Keeney, Oregon School Employees Association chapter pres- ident, said the group is a “strong supporter of our community” and the annual Hermiston Warming Station supply drive is one example of how members contribute to local organizations. The warming station is located at 1075 S. High- way 395, Hermiston. For information about making donations or ways to help, call 541-289-2150 or search Facebook. Contributed photo Diana Allison, left, secretary for the Hermiston Oregon School Employees Association; Rebecca Robison, vice pres- ident; and Cathy Keeney, OSEA chapter president, show off supplies collected by Hermiston School District classifi ed staff for the Hermiston Warming Station. EOPAC creates tropical Christmas fun East Oregonian PENDLETON — A trop- ical theme was featured as the Eastern Oregon Phil- ippine American Commu- nity held its annual Christ- mas celebration. In addition to colorful Hawaiian outfi ts, Noemi Wiseman, the group’s pres- ident, said the festive party was fi lled with food and fun. Those in attendance partici- pated in parlor games, raffl e drawings and a photo booth. Wiseman said every- one enjoyed the entertain- ment, which included a pair of Hawaiian dances. Grace Magallanes presented a He Mele No Lilo dance and the Little Brown Girl dance fea- tured Tiffany Wiseman, Tesla Williams, Brandy Coleman, Miranda Leon- ard, Sophie Rock and Miracle Edmiston. Also, Christmas carols were played on violin and piano by Miranda Leonard, Tiffany Wiseman, Tesla Williams Photo contributed by Noemi Wiseman A tropical theme was featured during the Dec. 22 Christmas celebration of the Eastern Oregon Philippine American Com- munity. From left to right, Miracle Edmiston, Tesla Williams, Tiff any Wiseman, Kennady Alvarado, Sophia Rock, Ailea Vil- lanueva, Brandy Coleman and Miranda Leonard provided dancing entertainment. and Brandy Coleman. On behalf of the Eastern Oregon Philippine Amer- ican Community, Wise- man expressed appre- ciation to several local businesses who provided support that contributed to the event’s success: Elvis’ Bar & Grill, Golden Foun- tain, 40 Taps, Big John’s Pizza, Joe’s Fiesta Mexi- can Restaurant, Mai Nails, Shari’s Cafe & Pies, Den- ny’s, Wildhorse Resort & Casino and Leyte Oriental Store (Richland). The group, Wiseman said, is looking forward to more exciting events that 2020 will bring. For more information about EOPAC, contact Wiseman at noemi- venturina@yahoo.com. BIRTHS St. Anthony Hospital, Pendleton DEC. 24, 2019 SATTERWHITE — Lexus L. Satter- white and Devon J. Satterwhite of Pendleton: a girl, Ilyanna Saphira-Rose Satterwhite. DEC. 27, 2019 KELLY — Lyvia M. Powers and Brax- ton J. Kelly of Pendleton: a boy, Brett Lee Joseph Kelly. DEC. 30, 2019 AZURE — Jessica J. Azure and Jeremy D. Azure: a boy, Julius Hank Azure. CLAUSEN — Gracelyn R. Callaham and Devon R. Clausen of Hermiston: a girl, Raelynn Ann Marie Clausen. TAYLOR — Deana L.A. Taylor and Jack I. Taylor of Stanfi eld: a girl, Maxine Maud Taylor. Good Shepherd Medical Center, Hermiston DEC. 25, 2019 BURNETT — Ashlynn N. Burnett and Zachary T. Burnett of Umatilla: a girl, Pey- ton Nichole Burnett. DEC. 29, 2019 MACIAS — Brianna J. Flores and Vlad- imir Macias of Hermiston: a girl, Leila Eliz- abeth Macias. REYES MORENO — Maria Moreno and Santiago Reyes Gutierrez of Hermiston: a boy, Leo Reyes Moreno. DEC. 31, 2019 MURGUIA — Mindy Haro and Isaac Murguia Romero of Umatilla: a girl, Zera Mayleen Murguia. Photo contributed by Kristi Smalley Photo contributed by Kristi Smalley Top fundraisers for the Special Olympics Bowlathon were, from left, David Andrews (third), Jillian Smalley (fi rst) and Michael Downing (second, not pictured). They were recognized Dec. 2 during the fall sports sea- son awards banquet. Special Olympians, from left, Shirley Fell, MaryAnn Wright and Jillian Smalley, re- ceived medals for the recent bowling sea- son during a Dec. 2 awards banquet at The Arc Building in Hermiston. Special Olympics wraps up fall season East Oregonian HERMISTON — In recognition of a successful fall sports season, Herm- iston/Pendleton Special Olympics Local Program #510 recently gathered for a celebration. The Dec. 2 event, held at The Arc Building in Hermiston, featured an awards ceremony. Hermis- ton VFW Post #4750 pre- sented the colors and led the pledge of allegiance. In addition to bowl- ing and swimming ath- letes, special guests included several members of the Hermiston Police Department and Herm- iston High School Key Club, who provided assis- tance during the Nov. 8 Regional Bowling Com- petition held Nov. 8 at Desert Lanes Family Fun Center in Hermiston. With assistance from the two groups, head bowl- ing coach Doris Boatright presented awards, includ- ing medals to Jillian Smalley (gold), MaryAnn Wright (silver) and Shir- ley Fell (bronze). Also, the top three fund- raisers for the Fall Bow- lathon were announced and presented with prizes. First place honors went to Smalley, followed by Michael Downing and David Andrews. With more than 80 athletes par- ticipating in fall sports, the group was able to raise over $5,000 for the local program, communications manager Kristi Smalley said. The gathering also included a spaghetti din- ner served by volunteers from the Gems and Gents Cheer Program. The group also provided a short demonstration of their cheerleading and dance skills. The winter sports sea- son, which includes bas- ketball and powerlifting, will begin Monday, Jan. 6. For more information, call program coordina- tor Angela Schneider at 541-314-0166. 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