2A | SATURDAY, JUNE 29, 2019 | SIUSLAW NEWS On The Record OBITUARIES HERZBERG—Nanc y Herzberg, 63, a long-time resident of Florence, passed away early in the morning of Friday, June 21, 2019, three months after being diagnosed with advanced colon cancer. Nancy was born March 23, 1951. She was valedic- torian of one of the top high schools in the U.S., graduated summa cum laude from the Universi- ty of Michigan with a 4.0 G.P.A., then obtained an M.B.A. with Honors from the University of Syracuse. She worked for a number of nonprofit organizations in her early years before coming to Florence, where she spent several decades teaching yoga and qigong in her Heart Mountain Yoga classes. In the last three years of her life, Nan- cy made three beautiful qi- gong videos in Maine, Minne- sota and Wash- ington State, Nancy Herzberg respectively, to inspire others to better pre- serve the beau- ty of the natural world. These videos, “La Femmi- na Devina, In Flight — Extinction Dance,” and “Heart Mountain,” are available to all on YouTube. Nancy’s life was all about spreading love, compas- sion and joy to everyone so blessed as to encounter her. Nancy is survived by her loving brother, Larry Herzberg of Grand Rap- ids, Mich.; and a host of former yoga and qigong students and many other Spruce Point Presents Remember to keep fireworks legal, safe July Fourth The Office of State Fire Marshal (OSFM), the Or- egon Fire Service, natural resource agencies, Oregon licensed fireworks whole- salers and safety experts all encourage Oregonians to “keep it legal and keep it safe” when using fireworks. The 2019 Oregon fire- works retail sales season opened June 23 and runs through July 6. The OSFM and their partners want everyone to know which fireworks are legal to use in Oregon without a permit, where they are permitted to be used and the important safety steps to take when using legal fireworks. “I want to remind all Oregonians that consum- er legal fireworks can only be purchased from Oregon permitted fireworks retail- ers and stands,” says State Fire Marshal Jim Walk- er. “And, regulations limit where those fireworks may be used. Fire risk in Oregon is already high, and as the weeks go by that risk will only increase, so there is no room for error in fireworks safety.” July 4 holiday public land visitors are advised to leave all fireworks at home. The use of fireworks is prohib- ited on all national forest- land, Oregon state parks and beaches. However, residents state- wide can still enjoy fire- works at officially spon- sored community events. For residents who pur- chase legal fireworks, the OSFM encourages every- one to practice the four Bs of safe fireworks use: • Be prepared before lighting fireworks: keep wa- ter available by using a gar- den hose or bucket. • Be safe when lighting fireworks: keep children and pets away from fire- works. • Be responsible after lighting fireworks: never relight a dud. Wait 15 to 20 minutes then soak it in a bucket of water before dis- posal. • Be aware: use only le- gal fireworks and use them only in legal places Oregon law prohibits the possession, use or sale of any firework that flies into the air, explodes or travels more than 12 feet horizon- tally on the ground, with- out a permit issued by the OSFM. Fireworks commonly called bottle rockets, Ro- man candles and firecrack- ers are illegal in Oregon without a permit. For the last reported five years through 2018, there were 1,264 reported fire- works-related fires in Ore- gon recorded by the state’s structural fire agencies, re- sulting in more than $3.5 million in property dam- age. During that same period, fires resulting from fire- works resulted in one death and 26 injuries. The data from structural fire agen- cies do not include inci- dents that occurred on fed- eral and other state lands. Officials may seize illegal fireworks and charge of- fenders with a class B mis- demeanor, which could re- sult in a fine of up to $2,500 per violation and a civil penalty of up to $500. Those who misuse fire- works or allow fireworks to cause damage are liable and may be required to pay fire suppression costs or other damage. Parents are also liable for fireworks damage caused by their children. “All Oregonians share the responsibility to use only consumer legal fireworks and use them carefully,” adds Walker. “We encour- age you to be aware and considerate of neighbors and their pets before de- ciding on when and where you choose to light legal fireworks.” The OSFM has published FAQs for commonly an- swered questions about the sale and legal use of con- sumer fireworks, permits for the retail sale of fire- works and state rules for their use and enforcement activities. OSFM’s fireworks educa- tion materials for sharing on social media also can be found at www.oregon.gov/ osp/programs/sfm/. Everyone is welcome to attend. Join Us as we learn about exotic birds. See them close up and learn many things about the species from the “Birdman”. Great for Kids and Adults! 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You become part of a legacy that uses every dollar invested to purchase and distribute food to local school kids at risk for weekend hunger. For more information, call 541-997-2497 Cahoon, senior, arts administration and visual culture; and Beth Wartnik, senior, music; and Mapleton High School gradu- ate Elyssa Emerson, senior, English and music education; were among those who earned dean’s list recognition at George Fox University for the spring 2019 semes- ter. Traditional undergraduate students must earn a 3.5 grade point average or above on 12 or more hours of graded work to earn a spot on the dean’s list. P.O. Box 3347, Florence, OR 97439 hild Will Go Toge t he r o C , N ry Presents July 3rd at 3:00 pm. ng Hu Marina & RV Resort The “Birdman” Promotion pricing above applies to U-pick berries only and valid June 29 and 30 GRAD NOTES • Kyle R. King of Florence earned a 4.0 in his freshman school year at the Uni- versity of Wyoming. He will be attending OSU this fall. • Elizabeth Wartnik of Florence was among more than 900 undergraduate, adult degree and graduate-level students who received diplomas from George Fox University this spring. Wartnik earned a Bachelor of Arts in music. • Siuslaw High School graduates Han- nah Bartlett, senior, biology; Benjamin dear friends in Oregon and beyond. Donations in her name may be made to the Cen- ter for Biological Diversity, www.biologicaldiversity. org, which acts to protect the natural world which Nancy so loved. Plans for a celebration of her life are underway. Food Backpack for Kids is a 501(c)(3) non-profi t program Visit us at www.foodbackpackforkids.com All Books & Clothes A PROFESSIONAL FIREWORKS SHOW CELEBRATING OUR NATION’S INDEPENDENCE! SATURDAY, JULY 6th– 10:00 PM Family-friendly activities start at 3:00 pm! Parking is limited. Walk-ins welcome < BARBECUE! < LIVE BAND! < GAMES! < WALK-IN (BRING A CHAIR) < WATCH FROM LAND OR LAKE < FAMILY ACTIVITIES! 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