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A6 COMMUNITY East Oregonian Umatilla County Fair announces 2020 court Former queen to serve as chaperone By TAMMY MALGESINI East Oregonian UMATILLA COUNTY — The Umatilla County Fair is excited to announce that four young ladies have been selected to serve on the 2020 fair court. Princess Kyleigh Sep- ulveda of Hermiston, who served on last year’s court, is returning for 2020. Join- ing her as ambassadors of the fair and county are Keeva Hoston, also of Hermiston, and Baylee Marshall and Bri- elle Youncs, both from Pend- leton. According to a writ- ten statement from the fair offi ce, all are students in the 11th grade, except Youncs, who is a sophomore. Along with playing soft- ball, Sepulveda enjoys show- ing swine and is looking for- ward to continuing to show her support for the fair by participating in commu- nity events while working to achieve her goals. Sepulveda said one of her most rewarding experi- ences last year was assisting with the Rascal Rodeo. The event offers hands on rodeo activities for individuals with physical and developmental disabilities. Hoston has been show- ing at the fair since she was a Cloverbud — an informal youth development program that introduces kids to 4-H — and has continued in 4-H ever since. In addition to her involvement in FFA, Hoston enjoys dancing on her high school dance team. In addi- tion, she volunteers with high school club and community events. Marshall has shown at the fair as an FFA student and has been involved with the fair for a number of years. In addition, she’s participated in other livestock shows throughout the county. Mar- shall also values her vari- ous leader- ship roles in FFA, as well as enjoying volu nteer activities in her com- Manning munity. She also stays busy as a student-athlete. In addition to entering static exhibit entries as a 4-H and FFA member, Youncs has shown livestock at the fair. She enjoys playing bas- ketball and softball, as well as being involved with sev- eral service organizations within the county. Youncs plans to continue to work toward achieving her lead- ership goals with her FFA chapter. In other fair court news, Rebecca (Lindstrom) Man- ning has been selected as the new chaperone. A former member of the fair court, the Pendleton woman served as queen in 2010. According to a written statement from the fair offi ce, as a longtime fair volunteer, Manning is excited to mentor and lead the young women of the 2020 fair court. She’s also involved with the Blue Mountain Community Col- lege rodeo program and other events in the community. “Rebecca’s unwaver- ing support of the Umatilla County Fair and of the coun- ty’s youth is contagious. We are fortunate to have her step into this infl uential role,” the statement said. The 2020 court will be offi cially crowned during the fair’s annual appreciation dinner later this month. The 2020 Umatilla County Fair is Aug. 11-15. For more infor- mation, contact fair coor- dinator Angie McNalley at 541-567-6121, fair@umatil- lacounty.net or or visit www. umatillacountyfair.net. ——— Contact Community Edi- tor Tammy Malgesini at tmalgesini@eastoregonian. com or 541-564-4539. Thursday, January 9, 2020 BRIEFLY New congressional candidate to speak PENDLETON — Alex Spenser, who recently announced her candidacy for Oregon’s 2nd Congressional District, is the special guest at the upcoming Umatilla County Democratic Party meeting. The gathering is Monday, Jan. 13, at 6 p.m. in the Com- munity Room at Pendleton City Hall, 501 S.W. Emigrant Ave. All local Democrats are encouraged to attend. Hailing from Klam- ath Falls, Spenser was the campaign strategist for Raz Mason, who recently dropped out of the race. According to her biogra- phy, Spenser has worked as a writer, a performance coach and a DJ. For more information about Spenser, visit www. spenser2020.com. For ques- tions about the meeting, contact Sue Petersen at 541- 377-0752 or bikerchick49@ hotmail.com. Adult grief group starts Jan. 15 PENDLETON — Walla Walla Community Hospice staff will facilitate a grief support group in Pendleton for adults. “Understanding Your Grief: Adult Support Group” runs weekly beginning Wednesday, Jan. 15 from noon to 1:30 p.m. It will be held at Cason’s Place, 1416 S.E. Court Ave., Pendle- ton. The group, which runs through March 18, will be closed to new members when it is fi lled or after the second session (Jan. 22). There is no fee to participate. Facilitators will utilize the book “Understanding Your Grief” by Dr. Allan Wolfelt as a guideline. The adult group is available to anyone who has lost a loved one or a friend. People are encouraged to register in advance. For more information, contact 509- 525-5561, info@wwhospice. org or visit www.wwhos- pice.org. Organizers cancel upcoming Gorham breakfasts PENDLETON — The Paul Gorham Memorial Scholarship Breakfast has been canceled for the months of January and February. The meal typically takes place on the third Sunday of each month at the Pend- leton Masonic Lodge, 1350 N.W. Carden Ave. The cost is $6 for adults and $4 for ages 6-12. Call-in orders are welcome. Additional donations are gratefully accepted. Pro- ceeds from the meal go toward scholarships for local students. For more information, contact Marty Patterson at 541-278-0995. Smithsonian exhibit hosted by Hermiston library HERMISTON — A trav- eling poster exhibit from the Smithsonian Institution is now on display at the Herm- iston Public Library. The public is encouraged to stop by and view the dis- play, which is titled “World War I: Lessons and Lega- cies.” The library also plans to host future Smithsonian exhibits. The Hermiston Public Library is located at 235 E. Gladys Ave. It’s open Mon- day through Thursday from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Fri- day/Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more information about this exhibit or other library programs, call 541- 567-2882 or visit www. hermistonlibrary.us. DVS highlights Stalking Awareness Month U M A T I L L A - M O R- ROW COUNTY — As part of its ongoing mission to educate the community, Domestic Violence Services reminds people that Jan- uary is National Stalking Awareness Month. According to the local nonprofi t’s January newslet- ter, stalking behaviors often occur when the victim is still in the relationship. The abuser may keep tabs on the victim or create distance to isolate them from family and friends. Also, the risk of violence may increase for victims after they’ve made a decision to leave their abuser. DVS offers assistance in creating safety plans to help victims. Domestic Violence Ser- vices has served Umatilla and Morrow counties for more than 40 years. The non- profi t organization has shel- ters in Pendleton and Herm- iston, as well as advocacy centers in Boardman, Hep- pner and Milton-Freewater. Its mission is to pro- vide help to all victims and survivors of domestic vio- lence, sexual assault, dat- ing violence and stalking. DVS provides safety plan- ning, support groups, train- ing workshops and classes. Services are available in English and Spanish. In addition to the shelters and advocacy centers, the agency maintains a 24-hour crisis line (800-833-1161). For more information, contact 541-276-3322, 541- 567-0424 administrator@ dvs-or.org or visit www. dvs-or.org. — EO Media Group SUPPORT GROUPS THURSDAY, JAN. 9 AS BILL SEES IT AA MEETING, 12 p.m., complex, 680 W. Harper Road, Hermiston. LOST AND FOUND YOUTH OUTREACH, 3 p.m., Pendleton Recreation Center, 510 S.W. Dorion Ave., Pendleton. Help for youth 12-18 facing challenges. (Leslie 541-276-3987) HEALTHY CHOICES AA MEETING, 5-6:30 p.m., St. Anthony Hospital confer- ence room 1, 2801 St. Anthony Way, Pend- leton. (541-207-2548) WOMEN FOR SOBRIETY SUPPORT GROUP, 5:30-7 p.m., First Christian Church, 516 S. Main St., Milton-Freewater. New members welcome. (Kimberlie Krieg 541-861-3283) CELEBRATE RECOVERY, 6-9 p.m., First Assembly of God Church, 1911 S.E. Court Ave., Pendleton. 6-7 p.m. large group, 6-8 p.m. Celebration Place (children K-5), 7-8 p.m. open share group, 8-9 p.m. Solid Rock Cafe social time (all ages). Christ-centered 12-step program for those with hurts, habits and hangups. Child- care is available for children ages 1-5. (541-276-6417) DOMESTIC VIOLENCE/SEXUAL ASSAULT WOMEN’S SUPPORT GROUP, 6-7:30 p.m., call for location, Pendleton. Sponsored by Domestic Violence Services. (541-276-3322) DOMESTIC VIOLENCE/SEXUAL ASSAULT WOMEN’S SUPPORT GROUP, 6-7:30 p.m., call for location, Hermiston. Spon- sored by Domestic Violence Services. (541-567-0424) NARCOTICS ANONYMOUS, 6:30 p.m., Helping Hand, 346 S.E. Second St., Pendleton. ADDICTION RECOVERY PROGRAM, 7 p.m., Seventh-day Adventist Church seminary building, 800 S. First St., Herm- iston. Everyone is welcome. (Kim Puzey 541-567-3622) NARCOTICS ANONYMOUS, 7:30 p.m., Wesley United Methodist Church, 816 S. Main St., Milton-Freewater. HEPPNER MIRACLES OPEN AA MEET- ING, 7:30 p.m., All Saints Episcopal Church parish hall, 140 W. Church St., Heppner. (800-410-5953) OPEN AA MEETING, 7:30 p.m., First United Methodist Church, 191 E. Gladys Ave., Hermiston. ADVERTISERS: LOOKING TO REACH A KEY AUDIENCE SEGMENT ? Advertise Here! + ENJOY THESE BENEFITS Section remains in homes all week Streaming, puzzles and TV listings You OWN your fixed ad space all year Attractive rates Limited Time Offer SCREEN time Contact your Angela Treadwell, Sales Manager today to schedule an appointment! atreadwell@eastoregonian.com or call us today! 541-966-0827
