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SIUSLAW NEWS ❚ SATURDAY, DECEMBER 24, 2016 Pedestrian struck by car, killed in Yachats YACHATS — On Dec. 20, at approximately 7:45 p.m., Oregon State Police Troopers responded to a single-vehicle accident involving a pedestri- an was fatally struck by the vehicle on Highway 101 near milepost 164 in Yachats. The preliminary investiga- tion revealed a 2007, silver Chevrolet HHR was north- bound when it crashed into a white male adult in the north- bound lane of travel. The driver of the HHR was identified as Amy R. Hartz, 30, of Waldport. The deceased was identified as Travis J. G RAND 3 A OPENING Eppinghaus, 37, also of Waldport. Eppinghaus was wearing dark clothes and was walking in the northbound lane of trav- el, carrying a dog. Eppinghaus was pronounced deceased at the scene. Eppinghaus’ dog was also deceased at the scene. Hartz stayed at the scene and is cooperating with the investigation. OSP was assisted by Yachats Fire, ODOT, Lincoln County District Attorney’s Office and the Lincoln County Medical Examiner. Jim, Time passes, memories stand still. Love, Mom and Your Family. COURTESY PHOTO Rose & Crown Apothecary recently celebrated its grand opening with the help of the Florence Chamber of Commerce, as well as Florence Mayor Joe Henry (with scissors). The apothicary offers a diverse selection of hand-crafted bulk herbs, a special tea room to relax and warm up in with a cup of organic tea or an herbal seltzer. Hours are Tuesday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Rose & Crown Apothicary is at 1845 Highway 126, Suite G, adjacent to Wellspring Clinic. Free plants available to water side landowners I N HONOR OF THE 100 TH A NNIVERSARY OF R OTARY F OUNDATION Florence Rotary Club’s 100 Acts of Good 13. Rotarians give blood at local laneblood.org blood drive coordinated by John Egar 14. Al Pearn recognizes Robin Debreceni as Paul Harris Fellow for her Good Acts 15. Paula Becker recognizes Melanie Heard of C.R.O.W. as Paul Harris Fellow for her Good Acts 16. Second Rotarian work day at Siuslaw High School for Power of Florence clean up 17. Ron Green auctions table runners to raise proceeds for Dr. Holmes Ecuador dentistry project 18. Jerry Matheny auctions Sandpines Golf Links round of golf for High School Senior Scholarships River, creek and lakeside landowners are eligible to receive free native plants. Trees planted along streams help reduce erosion, keep water cool for fish and absorb CO2 and other pollutants. The Siuslaw Watershed Council will once again pro- vide free native plants for waterside (riparian) planting in the Siuslaw Basin and Coastal Lakes Area. Call the SWC office to receive a brochure with infor- mation on each plant or visit siuslaw.org and click on the Native Plant Distribution link. The Distribution date is coming up on Saturday, Feb. 11, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., so place your order soon. To place an order or for more information, call 541-268- COURTESY PHOTO Pacific ninebark is one the plants available at no cost to land owners that live alongside waterways 3044, or email nativeplants@ siuslaw.org. This project is made possible through a grant from the Coast Range Stewardship Fund (USFS) and private individual donations. For more information Call President, Pat Riley: 541-991-6371 www.thefl orencerotary.org PeaceHealth offers hospice training for new volunteers HIT THAT LIKE BUTTON! F ACEBOOK . COM /S IUSLAW N EWS PeaceHealth Peace Harbor Medical Center Hospice will host a series of classes to train prospective volunteers to work directly with hospice patients THIS WEEK’S FEATURES: $9 | $8 Senior/Student/Military | $7.50 Matinees Before 3 | $7 Child | $6.50 Members DECEMBER 23 - 29 COLLATERAL BEAUTY PG-13 94 MIN – Drama – With Helen Mirren “A movie that wisely contemplates how to deal with profound sadness deserves our respect for that alone.” Charlotte Observer FRI 23 SAT 24 SUN 25 12:50 PM 2:00 PM 12:50 PM 3:30 PM 4:10 PM 3:30 PM 6:20 PM 6:50 PM 6:20 PM 8:30 PM 8:30 PM MON 26 12:50 PM 3:30 PM 6:20 PM 8:30 PM TUE 27 WED 28 12:50 PM 12:50 PM 3:30 PM 3:30 PM 6:20 PM 9:30 PM 8:30 PM 6:10 PM 4:40 PM 6:10 PM 6:10 PM 6:10 PM 6:10 PM 12:50 PM 3:30 PM 6:20 PM 8:30 PM ROGUE ONE: A STAR WARS STORY 3D 8:50 PM 7:10 PM 8:50 PM 8:50 PM 8:50 PM 8:50 PM 8:50 PM SING 3:30 PM 5:50 PM 8:20 PM 1:40 PM 4:20 PM 6:20 PM 3:30 PM 5:50 PM 8:20 PM 3:30 PM 5:50 PM 8:20 PM 3:30 PM 5:50 PM 8:20 PM 3:30 PM 6:00 PM 8:30 PM 3:30 PM 5:50 PM 8:20 PM SING 3D teers to provide comfort care to patients and support the end- of-life process. Prior medical experience is not required. Potential volun- teers must pass a preliminary background check and show proof of a current driver’s license and updated automobile insurance. Contact Christopher Hunt- ingdon at 541-997-3418 no later than Jan. 4, 2017, to sign up. FRIDAY SATURDAY SUNDAY MONDAY DECEMBER 24 DECEMBER 25 DECEMBER 26 DECEMBER 27 DECEMBER 28 DECEMBER 29 DECEMBER 30 Partly Cloudy Partly Cloudy Showers Rain Showers Partly Cloudy Showers 46°F 33°F 46°F 32°F 48°F 40°F 48°F 38°F 49°F 38°F 50°F 37°F 49°F 36°F TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY 6:10 PM 12:20 PM 11:10 AM 12:20 PM 12:20 PM 12:20 PM 12:20 PM 12:20 PM ROGUE ONE: A STAR WARS STORY 3:10 PM 1:50 PM 3:10 PM 3:10 PM 3:10 PM 3:10 PM 3:10 PM PG-13 133 MIN – “With the smashing Jones giving us a female warrior to rank with the great 6:00 PM 4:30 PM 6:00 PM 6:00 PM 6:00 PM 6:00 PM 6:00 PM ones and a cast that knows how to keep it real even in a sci-fi fantasy, Rogue One proves itself a Star Wars story worth telling.” Rolling Stone PG 110 MIN – Animated Musical Matthew McConaughey, Scarlett Johansson From the makers of Despicable Me “One of the most impressive aspects about “Sing” is just how well the entire cast can, well, sing.” “Some of our hospice volun- teers offer their time because they wish to give back to their community. “Others have experienced our hospice care first-hand with the death of a loved one and understand the necessity of the services we provide. Volunteers play an important role at end-of-life for many of our hospice patients.” Classes, which are free and open to the public, teach volun- THU 29 12:30 PM 11:10 AM 12:30 PM 12:30 PM 12:30 PM 12:30 PM 12:30 PM PASSENGERS 3:20 PM 2:00 PM 3:20 PM 3:20 PM 3:20 PM 3:20 PM 3:20 PM NR 116 MIN – Adventure/Sci-Fi/Romance 9:00 PM 7:20 PM 9:00 PM 9:00 PM 9:00 PM 9:00 PM 9:00 PM Jennifer Lawrence & Chris Pratt “As surprisingly traditional as it is undeniably effective. A timeless romance wedded to a space- age survival thriller.” Empire PASSENGERS 3D in the community. The trainings will be held Jan. 14, 21 and 28, from 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., at Oregon Pacific Bank’s financial center, located at 1365 Highway 101 in Florence. Each year, Peace Harbor Hospice serves nearly 200 patients in the Florence, Mapleton and Deadwood com- munities. Volunteer Coordinator Chri- stopher Huntington said, 12:40 PM 11:20 AM 12:40 PM 12:40 PM 12:40 PM 12:40 PM 12:40 PM RECEIVE $10 OFF your next visit when you get something shrink wrapped! THIS WEEK’S SPECIAL EVENTS: Films are regular prices | Performing Arts $19/$15 Member/$10 Student BOLSHOI BALLET: THE NUTCRACKER Pricing begins at $10/ft . Bring this ad in or simply mention you saw it. 11:00 AM NR 135 MIN – The holiday classic from the world’s greatest ballet company. NATIONAL THEATRE LIVE - WAR HORSE 6:00 PM 165 MIN – A miracle of modern puppetry, must be seen to be believe. Box Office opens 30 min. prior to 1 st Film | 1930 HWY 101 | www.citylightscinemas.com | Times: 541-305-0014 4515 Hwy. 101 N., Florence 541- 997-5049 AJ and Megan Shervin, Owners Open Monday - Friday 8am-5pm
