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SIUSLAW NEWS ❚ SATURDAY, APRIL 25, 2015 Full-day kindergarten coming this fall Culvert work to restrict traffic on Quince, 101 A contractor for ODOT will conduct exploratory work on culverts in the Florence area this week, creating intermit- tent lane restrictions on Quince Street and Highway 101. Beginning Tuesday, April 28, and continuing through Thursday, April 30, the con- tractor will be closing lanes on Quince Street, between 10th Street and Highway 101, and on northbound Highway 101, between Quince and 28th streets. 3 A Closures may occur between 7 a.m. and 5 p.m. During the lane closures, motorists will be directed to the available lane of travel via electronic reader boards. No significant delays are expect- ed. The culvert exploration is associated with a project to replace the storm drain liner beneath Quince Street and install a culvert liner beneath Highway 101. Construction of that project will occur in September. PHOTO BY JACK DAVIS//SIUSLAW NEWS One of four modular sections of the new Siuslaw School District full-day Kindergarten and Early Learning Center class- room building was lowered into place Thursday, April 23. The $500,000 modular complex, located on the northwest corner of the elementary school property, is intended to be ready for students beginning this fall. Registration runs through April 30 at the elementary school office. Go ‘green’ at the annual Florence Green Fair *Valid for new patients only. Call for details. Expires 4/10/2015 Ready to go “green”? Learn how at the sixth annual Florence Green Fair on Saturday, May 2, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., at the Florence Events Center. “Living green” is not just a catch phrase anymore. It’s the direction more and more peo- ple are taking as the impor- tance of protecting the environ- It’s Garage SaleTime!!!! Starts Saturday, May 2nd through Tuesday, May 5th 10am - 6pm daily 50-80% OFF S ELECTED M ERCHANDISE ment stays in the forefront. Now, “living green” means making changes to lifestyles — changes that are environmen- tally friendly and sustainable. To further these efforts, the Siuslaw News and KCST Radio worked with an active organizing committee that strives to improve the fair experience each year and hopes that this year’s fair will be the best ever. Bring the family and come celebrate community while immersing yourself in the pleasures of sustainability. This year, the fair has part- nered with area educators and vendors for a day of fun for all ages, including visual displays, homegrown flavors, hands-on crafts for children of all ages and music featuring Marty Adams. Exhibits, seminars and inter- active activities are scheduled throughout the day at the FEC, 715 Quince St. A new addition to this year’s Green Fair is the Kid Zone, sponsored by Central Coast Disposal, Pest Tech and Pioneer Recycling. This special area will feature interactive craft projects and a planting station. The first 100 youth to attend the fair will receive a super- recycler cape. Also on hand is the Repair 2 Reuse café. Bring your pants that need a button replaced or a small appliance that isn’t work- ing and have them repaired for free. Have a computer problem? Stop by the café for a free con- sultation. Admission to the Florence Green Fair is $2 for adults and free for all children accompa- nied by an adult. However, anyone who brings a used plastic planter pot to be recycled will receive free admission. Whether it is about recy- cling, using less energy or pro- tecting the soil, air and food we eat, the Green Fair will offer ideas and solutions for adopt- ing a greener lifestyle. Bozievich, Mokrohisky speak to City Club on vehicle registration fee May 1 On Friday, May 1, the Florence City Club invites the public to join West Lane County Commis- sioner Jay Bozievich and County Administrator Steve Mokrohisky for a discussion on the proposed vehicle regis- tration fee on the May ballot. Lane County voters will decide whether they want to adopt a $35 vehicle registration increase to be dedicated to the maintenance of roads, bridges and highways. If it is approved, 40 percent of the funds will be shared with incorporated cities to keep city streets well maintained. In addition, the measure provides for citizen oversight and an annual independent audit. The City Club meets at noon in the clubhouse at Ocean Dunes Golf Links. A limited lunch menu is available for purchase at 11:30 a.m. For more information, call Sharon Hobart at 541-914- 7784. FRIDAY SATURDAY SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY APRIL 25 APRIL 26 APRIL 27 APRIL 28 APRIL 29 APRIL 30 MAY 1 Thunder- storms Afternoon Rain Mostly Sunny Cooler, Partly Sunny Times of Clouds and Sun Afternoon Rain Partly Sunny, Showers 55°F 42°F 60°F 48°F 65°F 49°F 58°F 46°F 59°F 45°F 58°F 47°F 53°F 42°F WEDNESDAY THURSDAY Come early for best selections on New & Used Women’s Clothing and Shoes, Accessories and Jewelry! We’re located at the F LORENCE P LAYHOUSE Part of protecting your automobile investment is finding an auto repair shop you can trust. A trustworthy mechanic whom you're comfortable with can ease any concerns you have when taking the car in for maintenance, whether that maintenance is a routine tuneup or more extensive repairs. Though mechanics differ greatly, find one you can trust and one who knows your car. Make sure your tires are operating safely and efficiently. Call or come in today for your FREE Tire Check! Paul Potter - Owner Corner of 1st and Laurel, Old Town Florence WRITTEN WARRANTY ON ALL REPAIRS NO APPOINTMENT NECESSARY NAPA CAR CARE CENTER CALL 541-997-5049 4515 HWY 101 NORTH