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12 A SIUSLAW NEWS ❚ WEDNESDAY, APRIL 19, 2017 Volunteers sought for ‘No Full Spectrum and Siuslaw Broadband to merge Siuslaw Broadband and Full We are excited about the two “Over the coming months, year for technology in Florence One Dies Alone’ program Spectrum Computers will be businesses joining forces. Our we’ll start to integrate our and we’re looking forward to Washington Federal to celebrate anniversary joining forces and offering the central Oregon coast and sur- rounding areas a full-service technology company for homes and businesses. “We’ve worked together for many years indirectly and directly on a number of proj- ects, and the outcome has always been great,” said Robbie Wright, owner of Siuslaw Broadband. John Murphey of Coast Insurance said, “We have worked with Siuslaw Broadband and Full Spectrum Computers for several years. business is dependent on our computers and Internet serv- ice,” Murphey stated. “When either are not work- ing, we are not working either. We have been more than satis- fied with their service. In fact, we are so satisfied we are mov- ing to a VoIP phone system through them. We will continue to recommend their services, Murphey added” “For the immediate future, everything will stay the same for both companies and our customers,” said Neil Ecker of Full Spectrum Computers. billing and customer manage- ment systems together and my crystal ball tells me we’ll have a few new exciting offerings to announce shortly.” Ecker noted that the merger will bring Florence the only ISP to ever win (or even be nominated for) the Excellence in Customer Service award from the Florence Area Chamber of Commerce and the 2016 and 2017 Reader’s Choice award from the Siuslaw News for Computer Help and Repair. “2017 is going to be a great Get Results...List With Amy. RV’ers, PARTS we are your complete RV and SERVICE Automotive Repair Facility 1601 Rhododendron Dr #636 – Spacious and bright 1404 sqft Greentrees West home. 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Sponsored by: YES NO You can give: We cannot accept: books, DVDs/CDs, Garden ware, IT, Tools, Clothes/shoes, small furniture, small electrical items, toys Large furniture Major appliances Broken and dirty items Lane County Waste Management 4 IC 02-7 1) 9 55 AL OS P COAST DIS AL IL E 9:00am to 2:00pm Your Chance to pass on things you no longer need and pick up something you do for FREE! V R SE Siuslaw Vision 2025 is hosting a Celebration on Thursday, April 20, from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m., at the Florence Center of Lane Community College. The Celebration is a col- laborative Business After Hours event with the Florence Area Chamber of Commerce. A brief program from 6 to 6:30 p.m. will feature updates on Siuslaw Vision projects. The public is invit- ed and welcome to this com- munity open house. Lane Community College is located at 3149 Oak Street, in Florence; refresh- ments will be provided by Chef Kelsey Terry of Homegrown. “Siuslaw Vision 2025 is enVisioning Spring, and it’s time to celebrate,” said Jo Beaudreau, Vision Keepers co-chair. “It’s been a year since the Vision was unveiled last April and we want to let the community know the awesome progress that’s been made.” The 30 minute program scheduled as part of the open house will feature members of the Vision Advisory Committee: Bettina Hannigan, Mike Webb, Rick Yecny, and Joshua Greene; along with members of the Vision Keepers steering committee: Meg Spencer and Russ Pierson. “This ten year regional Vision project is working on multiple fronts,” said Vision Keepers co-chair, Colleen Keane. “We’ll be presenting updates on several of the Vision action items, includ- ing the Community Health Improve-ment Plan, Workforce Develop-ment, the new Community Paramedics program, ReVision Florence, and the latest in Education.” The program will also include a brief history of the Siuslaw Vision 2025 effort, which had its origins in the Pathways project. PARTS SERVICE Amy Johnson Broker, CSA 541 999-7875 M Community Business After Hours April 20 nity for their support and trust,” said Arika McGallian.“Throughout changing economies, Washington Federal has been committed to offering sound and safe banking. My team and I are honored to help con- tinue 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. 4 Washington Federal is cele- brating 100 years of serving local communities. To com- memorate the historic occa- sion, the Florence bank branch is inviting area businesses and residents to join the team for a Centennial Celebration on 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 drawing. All residents are invited to participate in this complimentary, celebratory event. “We’re excited to celebrate Washington Federal’s first 100 years in banking with our Florence neighbors. This event is our chance to say ‘thank you’ to the commu- be a driving factor in it,” said Ecker. For more information, con- tact Robbie Wright at robbie@ siuslawbroadband.com or visit Siuslaw Broadband at 625 Highway 101 #181 in Florence, or call 541-902-5101. Neil Ecker can be contacted by email at neil@fullspectrum computers.com, or stop by the Full Spectrum Computers office at 2970 Highway 101 in Florence, or call 541-997- 3445. E W I TH A S CYAN MAGENTA YELLOW BLACK are from two to four hours long. The training will take place at PeaceHealth Peace Harbor Medical Center, 400 Ninth St., on May 8, from 9 a.m. to noon. Prospective volunteers must be a current PeaceHealth employee or must enroll at Peace Harbor as a volunteer. 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