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SIUSLAW NEWS ❚ WEDNESDAY, APRIL 12, 2017 Washington Federal celebrates anniversary Through April, Washington Federal is celebrating 100 years of serving local com- munities. To commemorate the occa- sion, the Florence bank branch is inviting area businesses and residents to join the team for a Centennial Celebration on Monday, April 24, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., at the bank, located at 620 Highway 101. The branch will provide cake and refreshments and the celebration will feature a spe- cial drawing. All residents are invited to participate in this compli- mentary, celebratory event. “We’re excited to celebrate F OR THE LOVE OF Washington Federal’s first 100 years in banking with our Florence neighbors. This event is our chance to say ‘thank you’ to the community for its support and trust,” said Arika McGallia of Washington Federal. “Throughout chang- ing economies, Washington Federal has been committed to offering sound and safe bank- ing. “My team and I are hon- ored to help continue to make Florence a great place to live and do business.” For more information on this event contact Washington Federal Savings at 541-997- 8206. PHOTOS BY CHANTELLE MEYER/SIUSLAW NEWS L Next Date is April 15th 9am to 2pm at the Kingwood entrance to the airport, located at Kingwood & 27th St. 2016 Collection Dates: Pickup load $10 Small Utility Trailer (Single Axle) $10 APRIL 15 Medium Utility Trailer (10-12 ft) $15 JUNE 17 MAY 13 JULY 15 Large Utility Trailer (12-18ft) $20 Greater than 20 cubic yards $20 +$5/yard over AUGUST 19 SEPTEMBER 16 OCTOBER 21 Bring: • Tree Clippings • Leaves • Grass Clippings • Weeds • Prunings • Brush DO NOT Bring your: • Food & Household waste • Animal Waste • Plastics • Construction Debris • Hazardous Waste For questions, please contact the City of Florence Public Works Department at 541-997-4106 VOICE YOUR OPINION! Write a Letter to the Editor today. Email: E DITOR @T HE S IUSLAW N EWS . COM L OVEJOY ’ S ovejoy’s Restaurant and Tearoom, 195 Nopal St. in Historic Old Town Florence, held a Florence Area Chamber of Commerce Business After Hours on Thursday to celebrate a rib- bon cutting. Owner Heather Burnem (above and left, with scissors) cut the ribbon and welcomed more than 50 guests into the tearoom. Lovingly pre- pared sandwiches, pasties, desserts and other hors d’oeurves were paired with punch and tea. Chamber Ambassadors helped coordinate the open- to the-public event. Visit florence chamber. com for information on upcoming After Hours. Yard Debris Disposal COST 5 A Realty group names Tim Sapp Realtor of the Year Florence Realtor Tim Sapp has been named 2017 Realtor Of The Year by the Central Oregon Coast Board of Realtors. The award was announced at the orga- nization’s annual meet- ing which was held at the Florence Events Center on March 29. Sapp is the Owner and Principal Broker of TR Hunter Real Estate and has been a real estate broker since 1991. The ROTY award recognizes Sapp’s many years of com- munity service in Florence. Tim is a decorated Vietnam War Veteran awarded two Silver Stars, two Bronze Stars, the Republic of Vietnam Gallantry Cross and the Purple “GOOGLE GURU GORILLA TRAINING” COURTESY PHOTO Tim Sapp Heart. He was awarded the Key to the City for his work bringing the Moving Vietnam Memorial Wall to Florence in 2001. He was also instru- mental in organiz- ing the Veterans Day Parade and the Oregon Coast Military Museum. Tim is a “quiet” giver, donating to many local projects and spending hundreds of hours helping people in need. The Central Oregon Coast Board of Realtors was established in 1974 in Florence. It provides professional continuing education for Realtor members and is known for its advocacy for pri- vate property rights, and serves as the voice for real estate in Florence and West Lane County. Life‛s Short. Get Dirty. Time for Spring Planting at MAKE SURE YOUR BUSINESS SHOWS UP ONLINE- FOR FREE LAUREL BAY GARDENS! 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