8 A SIUSLAW NEWS ❚ SATURDAY, MAY 23, 2015 2015 Grand Floral Parade award results Grand Marshal’s Award J. Johnson Tree Service Queen’s Award Banner Bank – Rhododendron Court float King’s Award Three Rivers Casino Resort Mayor’s Award McKenzie View Acres Service Entries 1st Place – City of Florence 2nd Place – Siuslaw Valley Fire and Rescue District 3rd Place – Oregon Dunes Patrol Marching Bands / Drill Teams 1st Place – Siuslaw Schools Band 2nd Place (tie) – Highland Park Marching Band 2nd Place (tie) – Creswell Marching Band Commercial Entries 1st Place – Three Rivers Casino Resort 2nd Place – McKenzie View Acres 3rd Place – Mo’s Seafood Restaurant Non-Commercial Entries 1st Place – Elks Lodge #1858 2nd Place – Siuslaw Elementary School 3rd Place – Florence Masonic Lodge/Gardiner Vehicles and Vehicle Clubs 1st Place – Jim Lamp 2nd Place – Fred Bower 3rd Place – Davis Shows Northwest Equestrian Entries 1st Place – Sheriff Byron Trapp and the Lane County Sheriff’s Mounted Posse 2nd Place – Ixatapa Mexican Restaurant Dancing Horses 3rd Place – Eugene Pro Rodeo Queen Siuslaw musicians named best in Rhody Parade The combined forces of the Siuslaw Middle School inter- mediate and advanced bands and the Siuslaw High School band joined together Sunday, May 17, for the Rhododendron Festival Grand Floral Parade. The bands’ performance was deemed the best band in the parade. Siuslaw’s Director of Bands Chris Rowbotham received special kudos for his contribution. Assisting the band for the parade were volunteers Cindy and Paul Burns and band volunteer coordina- tor Rachel I. Pearson. The middle school intermediate and advanced bands and high school band will present their final concert Monday, June 1, at the Florence Events PHOTO BY ROB GRIFFES Siuslaw middle and high school bands perform together during the May 17 Parade. Center at 7 p.m. The beginning band of Siu- KRAB KETTLE 280 Hwy. 101 M 541-997-8996 Mon.-Sun., 10-6 Fresh CRAB slaw Middle School presents its concert June 8, at SMS, 2525 Oak St., also at 7 p.m. F AMILY H AIR S TYLING ANNIVERSARY (6 Months!!) A GREAT BIG HEARTFELT “THANK YOU!” to each client who has welcomed and supported me. Very Sincerely, Judy Roth 1525 12th Street #8 541-999-4215 Stay In Control on Memorial Day As we look forward to an extended holiday weekend, our area merchants encourage you to celebrate responsibly – for your own safety and the safety of our entire community. According to National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) statistics, Memorial Day weekend ranks second only to New Years in percentage of alcohol-related traffic deaths. Whether you’re driving a car or a boat, it’s important to remember that alcohol impairs your judgement and slows reaction time. You can help prevent drunk driving tragedies this holiday weekend and year-round by staying sober behind the wheel and keeping friends from drinking and driving. This message brought to you by these sponsors: Crossroads Assembly of God A&W Family Restaurant Dave’s Landscaping Rhody Express River Cities Taxi Siuslaw School District Florence Pharmacy Florence Heating & Sheet Metal Western Lane Ambulance Shawn Fleming Construction Florence Police Department Jerry’s Place Bar and Grill Siuslaw Valley Fire & Rescue Siuslaw News