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8 A SIUSLAW NEWS ❚ WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 30, 2017 Shiloh Town Hall from 1A both of my children were involved in track,” Johnny explained. “So I volunteered and officiated things. Then they found a way to trick me into taking the job when the previ- ous coach retired.” Johnny took over the position during Shiloh’s senior year. “I loved watching just how hard he would work,” Johnny recalled. “He was a very avid trackster. He helped the team. He would fill in on a relay or whatever was needed. He was always mentoring the younger students.” After Shiloh left for college, Johnny stayed on as the Mapleton track coach. When Shiloh finished his under- graduate degree, he came back to Mapleton. “He helped me as an assistant. He was unpaid, unofficial, but he became a very valuable assistant coach, handling the distance run- ners,” Johnny said. Shiloh first introduced the idea of a 5K run back in 2005 while he was an intern for the SWC. However, the event fell to the way- side when Shiloh went on to get his master’s degree in forestry from Oregon State University. According to the SWC, the permits PHOTOS BY JARED ANDERSON/ SIUSLAW NEWS Johnny Sundstrom (above left) speaks on behalf of his son Shiloh, who passed away in 2015, and in support of the Siuslaw Watershed Council and its annual Salmon Run. were difficult to obtain and the logistics were just too massive. After Shiloh’s death, the SWC posthumously awarded him the Spirit of the Siuslaw award in honor of his work for the water- shed. “I was asked to make a few remarks in accepting that award,” Johnny recalled. “I said that if they really wanted to honor Shiloh’s memory, than it would be really wonderful to bring back the Salmon Run.” Johnny laughed, saying, “They called it a challenge, but I wasn’t challenging anybody. I was just suggesting the salmon run could be a vital part of the council’s activi- ties. And that it would honor his memory in a very concrete and beautiful way.” This year’s event hosted around 70 runners from all across Lane County and showcased exhibits from the U.S. Coast Guard, U.S. Forest Service and, of course, the SWC. In its second year, the new Salmon Run is still small in atten- dance compared to other races in the area, but Johnny has high hopes for the future. “To use a running term, we hope the event develops the stamina to stay around,” he said. As to what his son would think about the resurrection of the event, Johnny said, “Shiloh would be very pleased. I think he would be run- ning out there right now, if he was here.” Johnny stopped and corrected himself. “He is out there right now, I’m sure. Running with the people in spirit.” BEGINNERS WELCOME Monday Night- Women's League Tuesday Night- Men's League Wednesday Aft ernoon - Seniors Wednesday Night - Mixed Social Th ursday Night - Men's League Friday Aft ernoon - Seniors Saturday Night - Monte Carlo Sunday Aft ernoon - Junior league Sunday Night - Mixed Social Everyone is Welcome at Holiday Bowl Kids Teens Adults Seniors Community members are encouraged to submit ques- tions before the event to the Facebook event page or at Facebook.com/peaceharbor. Participants are also wel- come to submit questions dur- ing the town hall event. Input from previous town halls has produced valuable information for PeaceHealth leadership, according to Peace Harbor Medical Center Chief Administrative Officer Rick Yecny. “After feedback from the last town hall, we have imple- mented a walk-in clinic wait time clock which has made accessing care in the walk-in clinic easier to navigate,” he said. Another issue that was dis- cussed at the previous town halls was PeaceHealth’s con- tinuing efforts to attract and retain staffing at the Florence location. “Since January 2016, we have succeeded in matching primary care providers,” said Yecny. “So far, we have recruited 13 providers to Florence since the inception of the provider shortage, and have several additional providers scheduled to start with us in the near future.” There are also new initia- tives PeaceHealth has imple- mented recently that have been well received by the communi- ty. “Peace Harbor is committed to forming partnerships with others in the community that work toward improving com- munity health. So far, we have implemented two community health programs — the Points of Grace program and the Palliative Care program,” Yecny said. “We will also be unveiling several new initia- tives at the Town Hall. “Our hope is to continue demonstrating our commit- ment to serving our valued community members and meeting their healthcare needs.” EMERGENCY SUTURING CLASS to be held at the Florence Events Center during the Join a League! Fall Bowling League Registration Going On Now more than 6,000 community from 1A members with newly recruited Be Ready – Storm Ready Preparedness Expo September 23, 2017! Please call the Siuslaw News at 541-902-3526 to sign up. You may pay by credit or debit card. There are two classes being offered. Positions in the class are on a fi rst paid for, fi rst reserved basis and classes are limited to the fi rst 25 paying participants in each class. So don’t delay, sign up for a place now! The class is at 11:00 AM AND 2:00 PM Saturday, September 23, 2017 Cost is only $25.00 per participant! Sponsored by: We also have open bowling, fun for the whole family! Siuslaw News Holiday Bowl 27th and Highway 101. Florence 541-997-3332 Thirsty Thursday Pub Talk Marketing 101 - How To Saturday, September 16, 2017 At Ocean Dunes Golf Links Florence, Oregon Want to develop a better marketing strategy for your business? Learn how to apply Digital Media, Social Media, Print, Radio, Gorilla Marketing and more to your business on your budget. Sponsored by CHAD E. CLEMENT D.D.S., P.C. Entry Fee: $89/ Player OR $340/ Team of 4 Early Bird Discount if paid by 9/1/17: $75 per player OR $295 per team Here’s your chance to learn “how to” from Scott Steward of Creative Wave Marketing. Join us in the bar at Ixtapa Restaurant where your ticket to knowledge includes appetizer and a drink! Player fee includes meals A Charity Golf Tournament To Benefit Make a Connection 5:15-5:45pm Workshop 5:47-7pm SIUSLAW OUTREACH SERVICES FUNDS RAISED WILL GO TO HELP NEEDY INDIVIDUALS AND FAMILIES EXPERIENCING DOMESTIC VIOLENCE, HOMELESSNESS AND OTHER FORMS OF CRISIS. This Chamber sponsored event is open to the public. Chamber members ticket is $10 nonmembers $20. Space is limited to 20 so get your tickets now! REGISTRATION DEADLINE IS SEPTEMBER 11, 2017 EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT IF REGISTERED BEFORE SEPTEMBER 1ST! PLAYERS AND TEAMS MAY REGISTER AT OCEAN DUNES OR SOS FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT BOB AT 541-997-2816 OR DICK AT 541-997-3232 Get your ticket online fl orencechamber.com
