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6A | SATURDAY, JUNE 13, 2020 | SIUSLAW NEWS PHOTOS BY MARK BRENNAN/SIUSLAW NEWS A group of people gathered Wednesday afternoon at the corners of Highways 101 and 126 carrying signs of support for the Florence Police Department and police in general. Passing cars were encouraged to “honk for the badge” and wave. RALLY from page 1A through overaggressive policing— with protestors calling for a reassessment of the techniques and training of police officers across America. The push to review and update policing proce- dures, with slogans such as “Defund Police,” has led to the fear among many that there will be budget- ary reductions negatively impacting local law en- forcement from being able to do their jobs. In Florence, local res- idents chose to promote themes of “We need po- lice,” “We support our po- lice” and “No Police = No Peace.” Barry Sommer was one of the rally participants and his motivation was simple: show support for the Florence Police De- partment. “It was a friend of mine last week who said he was going to go out and show his support for police. I said I’d join him,” Sommer said. “He said since I’m on Facebook, maybe I should post it. I did, at which point Sherry (Harvey) saw it and … well, the rest is history.” On Facebook, people shared a simple graphic that said “Support Law Enforcement: Come out to show Florence Police we care.” Two pictures of signs read “All Lives Mat- ter” and “Stop the Divi- sion.” When she shared the image to the “Florence, Oregon” Facebook group, Sherry Harvey wrote that it was about “respectful support for our police, sheriff and Oregon State Police.” According to Sommer, “For me, it was a simple way to show my support for law enforcement. I was glad I could participate, and it was a thrill to have the FPD chief to drive by and give us a thumbs up. I’m grateful there was no conflict — and everyone had a positive experience.” Others at the march, many holding signs, were reluctant to go on the re- cord with their comments when asked by the Siuslaw News, but were willing to provide their observations and thoughts with ano- nymity. One of the most visible of the supporters held a large American flag and a sign stating, “All Lives Matter.” When asked why he was carrying that particular sign, the man respond- ed that he “Supports the police, but also didn’t feel innocent people should be treated differently because of skin color.” Other supporters echoed similar sentiments but were also reluctant to go on the record with their comments. One couple in particu- lar was very supportive of the tough stand taken by President Donald Trump. They stated that “The press coverage of the riots in Washington were em- blematic of a loss of tra- ditional Christian values,” which they believe re- quires Americans to hold law enforcement in high regard. If there was a common message among both groups of protestors this past week, it was their strong support for the Florence Police Depart- ment. Enjoy safe bike rides What to do on summer ‘staycation’ Riding a bicycle is not only a great way to help the plan- et by reducing vehicle emis- sions, but it’s also an ideal physical activity. According to Harvard University, bik- ing at a moderate speed of 12 to 13.9 miles per hour will cause a 155-pound person to burn 298 calories in 30 min- utes. At a faster rate of 14 to 15.9 miles per hour, a person of the same weight will burn 372 calories. People can ride bikes at any time of year, but cy- cling is most popular when temperatures are moder- ate and precipitation is low. Bike riding has always been in fashion, but it experi- enced a boost in popularity when people were asked to remain socially distant for COVID-19. Walks and bike rides at a safe distance from others became popular and accessible ways to get fresh air and exercise. Anyone who rides a bike needs to take certain precau- tions. Cyclists often share the roads with large and powerful cars and trucks. Safety is a two-way street, re- quiring diligence by drivers and bike riders. • Bike riders should be dressed in bright clothing so they can be seen. A well-fit- ting bicycle helmet is a must, and should be worn every time a bike is ridden. • Equip your bike with a horn, bell and bright head- light. • Cyclists should ride in the same direction as traffic on the far right-hand side. • Ride a bike that fits you well. If the bike is too big, it can be difficult to control. • Drivers should remain alert of cyclists sharing the road and give wide clearance when possible. • Safe Kids suggest using hand signals to alert others to your plans. Cyclists can extend the left arm out for a left turn; make a 90-degree angle with the left arm to indicate a right turn. Putting the left arm down with the palm facing backward indi- cates stopping or slowing. Cycling safety is import- ant as temperatures rise and more cyclists are on the road. — Metro Adults may see staycations as great opportuni- ties to catch up on summer read- ing and finish projects around the house. Chil- dren, however, may not always approach time off at home with that same enthusiasm. Parents con- fronted with the challenge of keeping kids hap- py and engaged during stayca- tions can try these kid-friend- ly ideas to ensure everyone enjoys their time off, even if the bulk of it is spent at home. • Find a place to swim. 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