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SIUSLAW NEWS | SATURDAY, JANUARY 23, 2021 | 5A Applications open for FEMA Youth Preparedness Council Do you know a young leader who is passionate about making a positive impact on their com- munity? The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is look- ing for students in grades 8 through 11 interested in supporting disaster Curbside pickup is here! Call 541-997-3132 Mon-Fri, 10 AM - 1 PM, or go to siuslawlibrary.org any time to request up to five items. Holds are usually available the following weekday. Siuslaw Public Library Hoberg’s Cel 70 ebrat + Y ing ear s! Complete Auto Repair www.hobergsautorepair.com New Service d Offere FREE Taxi Ride via: River Cities Taxies Florence City Limits Only From our shop to your home or work 345 Hwy. 101 • P.O. 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Please note, the 2021 YPC Summit will be conduct- ed virtually. Learn more These are the current members of the FEMA Youth Preparedness Council about the projects YPC members have worked on for working in a team and you know a student who k i d s / y o u t h - p re p a re d - here. would make a great can- ness-council. as a leader. didate? Encourage them Applicants not select- What Is FEMA ed for the national Youth to apply today! Spread the Word! Looking For? Council The YPC application Preparedness You can spread the Students in grades 8 word by sharing infor- period is currently open may be invited to serve through 11 who have a mation about the YPC and closes on March 7 at on the Region 10 Youth passion for preparedness with parents, educators, 11:59 p.m. PST. 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