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SIUSLAW NEWS ❚ SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 7, 2015 3 A FAHS Christmas Port prepares to lower boom on debris Store seeks volunteers The Florence Area Humane Society (FAHS) is seeking volunteers to work in the FAHS Christmas Store through November. Anyone interested in vol- unteering a few hours a week should stop by the Christmas Store during business hours and ask for Elaine, or call Lynda at 541-997-4457 after 5 p.m. The Christmas Store is open daily at its new location, 2520 Highway 101, at 25th Street, between Taco Bell and Mini Pet Mart. The store is open through Nov. 29, but is closed Thanksgiving Day. Store hours are Monday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., and Sundays from noon to 4 p.m. All proceeds benefit the Florence Area Humane Society, feeding and caring for dogs and cats each wait- ing for their own forever home. To prepare for the winter storm season the Port of Siuslaw will begin placing protective log booms around its marinas. Booms will be placed around the East and West boat basins, and the boat launch located at the end of Harbor Street, the middle of November. Increasing debris flow in the Siuslaw River over recent years requires the Port to take these protective measures. Debris trapped in the basins can damage docks and moored vessels, as well as hinder boat launches. The log booms are placed around the marinas to reduce the amount of debris that enters the basins. Port staff still expend many hours per week removing floating debris that enters the basins in spite of the boom logs, or from when the booms are left open. Boaters are advised to use care when operating around the log booms, and should not attempt to move the booms during strong winds or rough water conditions. Boaters are responsible for securely replacing the log booms after their boat enters or exits the marina or launch ramp area. The port is investigating the purchase of new, lighter- weight and easier to handle debris booms, but until those can be acquired, boat opera- tors should give careful con- sideration to the current and river conditions before attempting to move the log booms. Chains and shackles secure the booms, but handling lines are attached to each boom for ease of opening and closing the boom. Instructions are posted at the docks for moving and securing the booms and port staff are available to answer questions or provide assis- tance. For more information, con- tact the port at 541-997-3426. ODOT promotes pedestrian safety Rotary Student of the Quarter (SMS) “Oregonians Crossing” campaign aims to increase awareness of Oregon traffic laws, promote safe and responsible travel behavior and ultimately reduce the number of people hit or killed by vehicles. Included in the campaign is the Pedestrian Safety Program with a mission to reduce pedestrian injuries and fatalities and to facili- tate walking to improve health and fitness. Other safety tips offered for pedestrians and motorists in the brochures and videos include warn- ings against darting into traffic, making eye contact with the driver, treating every intersection as a crosswalk and “phone off/ eyes up” safety measures. COURTESY PHOTO Siuslaw Middle School Student of the Quarter Justice Bolkan (far right) with Rotary president Crystal Farnsworth (far left) and Siuslaw Middle School teacher Heather Wiggins. SOS receives $100,000 donation I T ’ S G ARAGE S ALE T IME !!!! STARTS TODAY!!- November 7-9, 2015 GOLDEN TICKET Siuslaw Outreach Services (SOS) has received a dona- tion of $100,000 from John and Patricia Hardison. The funds are designated for the SOS endowment fund to provide for victims of domestic violence. The funds will be invested in the name of the John and Patricia Hardison Charitable Fund, and only the proceeds will be used. The Hardisons expressed a desire that their donation would encourage others to also contribute, and also that they really love Florence and hope their efforts are benefi- cial, said SOS executive director David Wiegan. “This is truly an extraordi- nary gift for SOS, and we will ensure that the funds are used appropriately,” said Wiegan. “With the ongoing volatility affecting a number of our funding sources, we are very concerned with building up our endowment fund so that we can weather the inevitable ups and downs in resources that nonprofits typically face. “So many of the domestic violence victims we serve have needs for relocation costs, emergency shelter, set- ting up a new place to live, and many other expenses. This fund will help provide for these kinds of needs in perpetuity.” FRIDAY SATURDAY SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY NOVEMBER 7 NOVEMBER 8 NOVEMBER 9 NOVEMBER 10 NOVEMBER 11 NOVEMBER 12 NOVEMBER 13 Cloudy, Afternoon Rain Occasional Rain Mostly Cloudy, Little Rain Mostly Cloudy Cloudy Mostly Cloudy, Rain Possible Heavy Rain Possible 57°F 49°F 54°F 44°F 55°F 42°F 56°F 48°F 56°F 45°F 55°F 46°F 58°F 40°F WEDNESDAY THURSDAY Exclusive Early Access to 80% OFF (Spend $200 on 50% day and get in 1 hour early on 80% off day) 5 0-80% New & Used Women’s Clothing, Shoes, Accessories and Jewelry! Saturday, Nov. 7 - 50% OFF • 10am-6pm Sunday, Nov. 8 - 65% Off • 10am-6pm Monday, Nov. 9 - 80% OFF • 10am-6pm Airman Katy Potter, rank E3. Currently stationed in Norfork, Virginia, USS Eisenhower. 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