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SIUSLAW NEWS ❚ WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 11, 2017
Local Masons recognized for charity work
KXCR selectes Ulrich
as its new president
KXCR 90.7 F.M. rang in
2017 with the selection of
Rick Ulrich as its new presi-
dent on Jan. 3, 2017.
Ulrich has served on the
KXCR Community Radio
Partners Board of Directors
since its inception, bringing
wide experience from his tech-
nical background.
“Rick has guided us though
some major FCC regulations
and requirements,” said retir-
ing president, Don Landstrom.
“His role as Chief Operating
Officer for KXCR has been
extremely important for us.”
Looking towards the future,
Ulrich sees continued growth
and a deepening commitment
to the needs of Florence and
surrounding areas, responding
to concerns of the local com-
munity and to KXCR listeners
as his priorities.
“I want to make KXCR feel
like a welcoming space to all
who want to make a difference
in our community.” he said.
KXCR is open during busi-
ness hours. Drop by, pick up a
program schedule and share
your thoughts. Ask about
being a KXCR volunteer. For
more information, call 541-
997-5252.
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On Jan. 3, an award ceremony was held at the Florence Masonic Lodge #107. Paul Kinsvater, of Florence,
and Lester Reeves, of Mapleton, were honored for their 60 years of Masonic charity work. A representa-
tive from Oregon’s Grand Lodge, Courney Brooks, (left) presented the awards.
Prosser to speak of ‘heart truth’ for women at DAR
In recognition of National
Heart Month, the Oregon
Dunes Chapter Daughters of
the American Revolution
(DAR) will feature important
information with a program
presented by retired RN, Katie
Prosser, at its monthly meeting
on Friday, Jan. 27, beginning
at 12:30 p.m.
Katie will share “The Heart
Truth,” to educate members on
a brief overview of the history
of women and heart disease
and common myths specific to
women. Heart disease is the
leading cause of death for
women in the United States.
Almost two-thirds (64 per-
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Katie Prosser
cent) of women who die sud-
denly of coronary heart dis-
ease have no previous symp-
toms.
Though Daughters of the
American Revolution is a line-
age organization, members of
the community are welcome to
attend and learn more about
heart health for women in a
casual setting.
This information could
make a difference for you or
those you care about.
This local chapter supports
active duty military, veterans
and is proud to award an annu-
al scholarship to a graduating
senior.
For more than a century, the
members of the National
Society Daughters of the
American Revolution have
dedicated themselves to his-
torical preservation, promo-
tion of education, and encour-
agement of patriotic endeavor.
Any woman 18 years or
older, regardless of race, reli-
gion or ethnic background,
who can prove lineal descent
from a patriot of the American
Revolution, is eligible for
DAR membership.
Women interested in mem-
bership or attending a meeting
as a guest can contact Karen
Childs at 541-997-7154.
To learn more about the
Daughters of the American
Revolution, visit www.dar.org.
Women’s Solidarity March to be held in Florence Jan. 21
The Women’s Solidarity
March in Florence will be held
Jan. 21, in conjunction with
the Women’s March on
Washington and Sister Marches
in cities across the nation.
Women are showing solidar-
ity and making their voices
heard to protect human rights,
community safety, healthcare
concerns, and the well being of
families.
In Oregon, marches such as
this one will be held in
Eugene, Portland and Salem,
as well as in cities all across
America.
The Florence marchers will
gather at 10:30 a.m., at
the Class Act Theatre, 509
Kingwood St.
The march will begin at 11
a.m. and will proceed along
Highway 101.
At noon, there will be a
free program at the Class Act
Theatre. Longtime journalist
Catherine Rourke will speak
on women’s health; April
Dumas will talk about social
inclusion; Bob Teter, acting
director of Siuslaw Outreach
Services, will talk about the
growing problem of homeless-
ness; and there will be discus-
sions about economic justice,
with every participant having
an opportunity to voice their
views, concerns and strategies
for protecting freedom.
Marchers should remember
to dress for the weather.
Everyone and all genders
are welcome to attend.
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Let’s Do This!!!
3rd Annual CHILI COOKOFF and BAKE SALE
When: SATURDAY, JANUARY 21st
Where: ELKS LODGE, 1686 12th ST, FLORENCE, OR
Time: 2PM to 4PM. Entry on East side of the Lodge
Open to the public!
$1.00 charge when you decide to purchase a bowl of chili which counts as a vote (no fees for a
small taste of the various chili), or 6 bowls for $5.00. Coīee, tea and water will be provided at no
cost (You can purchase your favorite soda or alcohol) .
You may want to bring your own TUMS - .
If you think you have what it takes to win the best chili in Florence, sign up and bring your favor-
The
Due to a high number of new infections,
HIV Alliance is off ering to send anyone a free,
at home HIV test.
Call our offi ce at
541-342-5088
and ask for Anthony or Tyler
top 3 places.
The annual bake
will have the chance to buy or bid on some of the best desserts this side of
serts. Yum, yum!!!
Answer a few simple questions
and your test will be on its way, its that easy!
All proceeds beneĮt the American Cancer Society’s Relay For Life of Florence/Central Coast!
Bobbi Harris 541 991 1957
Rae Henry 541 999 8624
Harold Kinney 712 242 7336
Live Music provided by Speaker Wave!
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The Oregon Coast Military
Museum has recently com-
pleted the lending library in
the museum’s display area,
providing books on military
heritage to the public with a
simple check-out process.
“Volunteer Bond Hansen
has done an amazing job as
our ‘librarian’ with his passion
for books combined with his
passion for military history.
He has arranged the numerous
books donated to us over the
years into sections dealing
with eras of military history,
as well as disciplines,” stated
Executive
Director
Cal
Applebee.
“Supporters can peruse the
shelves and find a selec-
tion, then check it out for two
weeks to read and enjoy,”
he added.
In addition, the museum's
gift shop book offerings have
been growing as well. Some
of the donated books which
are duplicates and can be pur-
chased at reasonable prices.
Several books on various
aspects of military heritage
are also available for pur-
chase, some from local
authors and some on local
experiences.
The museum is located at
2145 Kingwood St. and is
open to the public Thursday
through Saturday, from 10
a.m. until 4 p.m.
You can learn more
by visiting the website:
www.oregoncoastmilitary
museum.com, or by calling
541-902-5160.
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Presents
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R.J. Ballard
Guitarist, Songwriter, Singer of original,
and standard music for the soul,
nationally known.
Open to the public
Sunday
January 15th
3:00 pm
Use north door at the lodge
$10.00 per person
will be serving award winning
chili & corn bread
Call Bob Richardson
@ 541-902-3122 for info
Elks Lodge #1858
1686 12th St.
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Military Museum
opens lending Library