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About The Siuslaw news. (Florence, Lane County, Or.) 1960-current | View Entire Issue (May 24, 2017)
SIUSLAW NEWS ❚ WEDNESDAY, MAY 24, 2017 Radio getting back into local radio,” Thompson remembers. “I hired him on the spot to read the local news. He would eventually fill several different part time posi- tions at the station over the next 18 years, most recently working with Calista Cates on the KCFM morning show.” Thompson points out that, like many who have retired to Florence, Youngblood had a tremendous professional back- ground and a skill set that can be an asset to local businesses. “The entire staff benefited from Harley’s knowledge of broadcasting, half a century of experience and attention to detail. We were all inspired by this incredibly talented man who loved broadcasting and stayed active in the industry until the age of 89,” Thompson said. “He was kind of a patri- arch, and definitely a mentor, and definitely an inspiration to all of us who are in broadcast- ing.” For information on a celebra- tion of life, visit kcfmradio.com. from 1A television at KOIN-TV in Portland. Youngblood made his way back to radio in the late sixties and worked in various on-air and managerial capacities at radio stations in Eugene, Coos Bay, Salem and Vancouver, Wash., over the next 30 years. Youngblood moved to Florence to retire in the 1990s, but his retirement was short- lived. This change in plans was precipitated by Jon Thompson, Coast Radio owner and general manager. Thompson said he met the retired Youngblood in a barber shop in Florence in the late ’90s and coaxed him out of retire- ment at the age of 71. “Harley was truly an extraor- dinary person. 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Dr. James Ridley,DDS 206 Nopal Street Florence, OR 97439 CALL NOW 541-997-6226 Siuslaw Chapter of the American Rhododendron Society’s 2017 Rhody Show 2017 Grand Floral Parade BeachKomber 25th annual Show ’n’ Shine Sweepstakes Award Liz Hultin Best Spray Larry Rosenbalm Grand Marshal’s Award Elks Lodge 1858 Best of Show 1956 Ford F-100 Pete Coyle Best in Show Tom Dickson Best American Hybrid Jack Olson Queen’s Award Banner Bank — Rhody Court Best Foliage Jack Olson Best Azalea Liz Hultin Beachkomber Choice: Best Car 1967 Chevy Camero Rick & Tracey Thackeray Best Macrophyllum Ron and Cheryl Prchal Best Rose Tom Dickson Rhody from 1A Other vehicles were fea- tured in the BeachKomber Car Club’s 25th annual Show ’n’ Shine, which fea- tured stock and modified classic cars, rat rods and trucks in the Grocery Outlet and City Lights Cinemas parking lot. Hundreds of guests viewed the cars under the bright blue sky as Saturday morning saw the last of the weekend’s rain. BeachKomber gave out 29 awards during the event. Pete Coyle of Florence won Best of Show for his 1956 Ford F-100. Rick and Tracey Thackeray of Newport won Host’s Choice for Best Car with their 1967 Chevy Camero and Dan and LaDonna Bartholamew of Drain won Best Truck with their 1972 Chevy Pickup 4x4. Florence Area Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Bettina Hannigan said, “One hub of activity was the Florence Events Center. It hosted the Rhody Coronation, the Rhododendron Society’s show and sale, the Florence Regional Arts Alliance show and sale and the Jazz Kings concert.” From Baby to Graduate (it seemed like just a few short years) 8th Grade, High School or College ~ Grad’s Name ~ School Birth Date: Parents: King’s Award City of Florence Mayor’s Award Food Back Pack 4 Kids Siuslaw Chapter of the American Rhododendron Society named six people winners in various cate- gories for rhododendron and azalea growth. Liz Hultin of Bandon won the Sweepstakes Award. Children and youth caught the sunshine dur- ing the Junior Parade, put on by Siuslaw Valley Fire and Rescue, and the Kiwanis Kids Games. Firefighters led the Rhododendron Court in the parade. It also fea- tured tractors, walking groups, bicycles, teams, clubs and characters from Star Wars. After the parade, youth participated in sack races, fishing and other energetic events with the Kiwanis Club of Florence. “While Memorial Day weekend is often thought of as the beginning of the sum- mer travel season, Florence is a step ahead of the fun with Rhody Weekend,” Hannigan said. “There’s always so much to do in and around Florence, and this weekend adds even more fun to this place we call ‘Oregon’s Coastal Play- ground.’” Carrying on 110 years of tradition, Florence continued the Rhododendron Festival with the Grand Floral Parade on Sunday. Nearly 100 entrants joined the route from Highway 101 at 27th Street down to Old Town — including dignitaries, bands, equestrian groups, classic cars and floats from com- mercial and nonprofit groups. Several groups honored the Coast Guard theme and many floats sported festive rhododendrons. The Grand Marshal’s Award went to the Florence Elks Lodge 1858, Florence Mayor Joe Henry’s award went to Food Backpack 4 Kids, the Queen’s Award went to Banner Bank’s Beachkomber Choice: Best Truck 1972 Chevy Pickup 4x4 Dan & LaDonna Bartholamew Additional Winners: 1952 Jaguar XR120 Frank & Judy Viena Best in Show: City of Florence – service entry 1926 Forde Coupe Barney Pierce Boy's & Girls Club Drum Corp – best band 1945 Willys Jeep Rex 1970 GMC C20 Ken Dunegan Food Backpack 4 Kids – non-commercial entry 1965 Chevy Impala Larry Kirkpatrick Banner Bank – commercial entry 1969 Chevy Camero Mike & Cindy Ramsey Eugene Pro Rodeo – best equestrian group 1975 Chevy Corvette Bob Eaton 1970 Ford Mustang KD Hobin John “Teach” Girard – vehicle Rhody Court entry, and the King’s Award went to the City of Florence. Florence Police Chief Tom Turner led the Grand Floral Parade for the third year. Rhody Days also saw the return of the Maple Street Vendor Fair and the Port of Siuslaw Board- walk Market, the 38th annu- al Rhody Run 5K and 10K and the Coast Radio Classic Car Cruise, as well as the annual Elks Lodge break- fast, barbecue and pie sale; Oregon Coast Humane Society’s hot dog and ham- burger sale and the tradition- al Rhody Queen and Court Display at the Siuslaw Pioneer Museum. Florence Police Depart- ment, Oregon State Police and Lane County Sheriff’s Office provided thorough public safety coverage throughout the weekend. Florence Area Chamber of Commerce estimates that 35,000 people attended the Grand Floral Parade and other events throughout the weekend. “Florence and its visitors were truly ‘ready to rhody’ this year,” said Hannigan. Florence’s famous festival will continue next year. For more information, visit florencechamber.com. 1965 Ford Mustang Peter Hill 1929 Ford Model A Richard Burton 1934 Ford 3 Window Bill & Anita Gardiner 1947 Ford Maguire Mach 1954 Ford Skyliner Rick Stanton 1955 Chevy Belaire Terry Stanger 1955 Chevy Mark Roemell 1969 Chevy Chevell Patty & LeeRoy Rigsby 1974 Chevy Vega Gary McDaniel 1969 Dodge SuperBee Gerry Hine 1957 Ford T-Bird Ron & Dena Weise 1955 Ford Ranchwagon Steve & Jayne Smoley 1971 Chevy El Camino Jim Wasson 1952 Studebaker 2RG Ed Losta 1956 Ford F-100 Fred Wahl 1965 Cobra Roadster Robert Fyancovich 1925 Ford Model T Scott Fisk 1941 Chevy Truck Bill Kughn Grandparents: FRAA ART CENTER 120 Maple Street Phone: 541-997-4435 Hours Open: Wed-Fri noon-5pm, Sat 10am-5pm, Sun. noon-5pm Coming Saturday, June 7th “Baby to Graduate Review” Deadline is Friday, June 2nd Now is the time to reserve your graduates a spot in this special section just for them. Just bring in or mail, with the coupon below, your graduate’s favorite baby picture along with a current picture to be published side by side on June 7th. What a special way to show off that graduate that you are so proud of! Classes and Workshops Open Studio at FRAA No registration required. Drop-in, bring your materials, and create. All artistic mediums welcome. Every Thurs, 1-4 pm Oil Painting with Michael Wood Wednesdays 1:30 pm - 4:30 pm Contact: fmwood@msn.com for fees and more information. Ceramics Classes: Please attach a self-addressed envelope for picture return. Ceramics for Kids w/ Ben Cahoon and Alissa Clark Thursdays, 4-5 pm Enclose Check for $35.00 and mail to “Baby to Graduate Review” Siuslaw News P.O. Box 10 Florence, OR 97439 Grad’s Name:___________________________________ School:________________________________________ Birth Date:______________________________________ Parents:________________________________________ Grandparents:___________________________________ Whimsical Hand Building Ceramics w/ Alissa Clark Wednesdays, 3-5 pm and Thursdays, 6-8 pm Open Lab Ceramics on Saturdays Drop in, work at own pace. Sat 12-5 pm All ceramics classes held at Alissa’s Studio. 180 Laurel Street. Call Alissa with questions: 503-857-5222 NEW! Beaded Beads with Pat Tellez, Create a beaded bead which can be worn alone on a chain or together with other beaded beads along a bead chain. Friday, June 16, 12:30 pm - 3:30 pm Contact 360-718-1963 or 541-997-4435 for fees & to register. Registration required. Creative Writing Workshops - Writers on the River w/ Catherine Rourke “The Art of Creative Writing” Learn how to turn on your creative faucet. Sat June 24th, 10 am to 12:00 pm, noon All writing levels and genres. Contact: 541-708-2120; CJReditor@gmail.com Painting with John Leasure Saturdays 9 am - 12 pm May 27, June 3, 17, July 1, 8, 15, 29 Contact: jnleasure@hotmail.com or 541-991-2754 for details and fees. Your Name:_____________________________________ Address:_______________________________________ Or stop by our offi ce at 148 Maple St. in Old Town Florence 7 A Phone: ___________________________ For more information about classes, visit fraaoregon.org. To register for these classes, please call or visit FRAA at our art center on Maple Street.
