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8A | OCTOBER 8, 2020 CGHS | COTTAGE GROVE SENTINEL game you have to find someone doing baseball and softball at the same exact time,” said Mast. “So it’s a little harder to get games, but we’re try- ing.” from A7 challenge for teens. “That’s the hard- est part,” he said, “but kids have been good about not touching and high-fiving.” Students must also stay strictly within groups they checked-in with during practice to minimize contact num- bers. Any shared equip- ment such as weights or benches are sprayed down and sanitized after use. Students still must sign the regular paperwork needed for a regular sports season, but the high school has sub- tracted the usual fee. “We’re not charging a sports fee. It’s hard times,” Myers said. “It’s about mental health, too. A lot kids the first week had big smiles on their faces because they were just so happy to see their friends and get out of the house.” Considering the lim- itations of Season 1, competitive events are doubtful, but Myers is cooking up an idea for a “CG Combine” where, one Friday per month, various physical fitness challenge stations will be set up for students to compete against their peers. “I just wanted to make it so they have some- thing to shoot for,” said Myers. If current plans hold, Dec. 28 is the tentative start date for winter sports, with competi- tions beginning Jan. 11, Regardless of finding that competitive ele- ment or not, Mast said the mere opportunity for some athletics was a pos- itive force. “That’s the key, just get In Honor of All Veterans DAMIEN SHERWOOD/COTTAGE GROVE SENTINEL Metrics within the state and county will determine whether athletes can compete beginning in January. though it remains to be seen do what degree this will be allowed, if at all. “If we get the metrics low enough to get the kids back in school, then we have a really good shot at doing sports,” said Myers. “If we can’t get kids in-person into school, then there’s no way we’re going to be able to justify this.” Meanwhile, Douglas County schools are en- joying a less restrictive sports environment, though the season looks far from normal. “We’re just kind treat- ing it like a mini version of the regular OSAA year,” said North Doug- las High School Athletic Director JJ Mast. As North Douglas started a week late, a to- tal of 15 weeks of sports will be split into smaller 5-week “seasons,” giving fall, winter and spring sports all equal time to practice. And, unlike South Lane, North Doug- las athletes may have a chance to compete. With baseball, soft- ball and track currently in their 5-week session, Mast is actively seeking games. “As soon as they have their nine days of prac- tices in, they’re eligible for competition,” he said. The trouble, however, is finding another school that has adopted the same schedule. “In this model, it’s hard because to get a something going and get them out there,” he said. “It’ll be interesting to see how this all works out, that’s for sure.” The Cottage Grove Sentinel is preparing to publish its “Honoring our Heroes” a special section devoted to all military veterans who are Cottage Grove-area residents or have a connection to this area. If you are interested in sharing your military story in the annual Veterans Day publication, or in updating information that we have published previously, please complete the form below and submit it to the Cottage Grove Sentinel. Service photographs are also welcome. Submit forms and photos (preferably) by e-mail to gmanly@ cgsentinel.com; or by mail to Cottage Grove Sentinel, Attn: Gary Manly, PO Box 35, Cottage Grove, OR 97424; or drop forms off at the Cottage Grove Sentinel, 116 N. 6th Street, Cottage Grove. Please be sure that all materials are carefully labeled with your name and phone number. ALL FORMS AND PHOTOGRAPHS MUST BE SUBMITTED BY OCTOBER 30, 2020. Thank you for participating in this project to remember and honor our veterans. 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YES NO Do we have your military photo(s) on fi le? YES NO (Note: If you have submitted photos in the past, we will still have them on fi le.) Certifi ed Green Carpet Cleaning Specialists 541-942-0420 Are you ready? D ISASTER P RE PAREDNESS Know Your Coverage A natural disaster can be a trying time, so it’s important to take stock of things before an emergency. What does your insurance cover? Do you have an accurate list of all your belongings, in case tragedy strikes? You know all that fine print on your home and vehicle insurance plan? Read it. It’s important to know what type of insurance you have, what it covers and how much it covers for dif- ferent types of tragedies. Make a point to sit down with your insurance agent to dig into all the details, to make sure you’re comfortable with your deduct- ible levels, amount of coverage and different types of coverage. It might seem trivial now, but these could be absolutely critical in the event of a di- saster. Know those things beforehand, and make sure you will be covered. Flood prep According to the Red Cross, most standard home- owner’s insurance doesn’t cover flooding, so it’s important to have protection from the floods as- sociated with hurricanes, tropical storms, heavy rains and other conditions that impact the U.S. Even if you don’t live in a flood plain, enough rain and storms still could potentially drive wa- ter toward your home and property. Do some research to determine which creeks or rivers are nearby, and pay attention the next time it rains to determine how water flows around your proper- ty. If water levels were to rise enough, could they impact you? If you think you may need coverage, check with your insurance provider to see what options are available. Be Ready for a Flood Floods are among the most frequent and costly natural disasters and — even if you don’t live on an obvious flood plane — they still can wreak havoc on your home. As the Red Cross notes, conditions that cause floods include heavy or steady rain for several hours or days that saturates the ground. Flash floods occur suddenly due to rapidly rising water along a stream or low-lying area. Be aware of what’s happeninga You will likely hear weather forecasters use these terms when floods are pre- dicted in your community, and it’s important to know what they mean: “Flood/ flash flood watch” means flooding or flash flooding is possible in your area; “flood/flash flood warning” means flooding or flash flooding is already occur- ring or will occur soon in your area. The Red Cross recommends those affected by storms listen to area radio and television stations and a NOAA Weather Radio for possible flood warnings and reports of flooding in progress or other critical information from the Na- tional Weather Service. What to do during a flood As the water rises, be prepared to evacuate at a moment’s notice. When a Know what you have If your home or property is destroyed by a natu- ral disaster, your insurance company will almost certainly need a running list of the items that were in your home and potentially lost. It’s much easier to take stock of your belongings while you actually have them, and it can save time and en- ergy to already have a list in place and ready for use in the event of a disaster. Keep a hard copy backed up in a safe, and store a digital copy in the cloud, so you can access it from anywhere if needed. By doing this outside of the heat of the moment, you’re much more likely to remember items and have a much more accurate tracking of what was lost. flood or flash flood warning is issued for your area, head for higher ground and stay there. Stay away from floodwaters. If you come upon a flowing stream where water is above your ankles, stop, turn around and go another way. Six inches of swiftly moving water can sweep you off of your feet. If you come upon a flooded road while driving, turn around and go another way. If you are caught on a flooded road and waters are rising rapidly around you, get out of the car quickly and move to higher ground. Most cars can be swept away by less than 2 feet of moving water. Keep children out of the water. They are curious and often lack judgment about running or contaminated water. Be especially cautious at night when it is harder to recognize flood danger. After the flood The Red Cross recommends you only return home only when officials have declared the area safe. Before entering your home, look outside for loose power lines, damaged gas lines, foundation cracks or other damage. Parts of your home may be collapsed or damaged. Approach entrances carefully. En- sure that porch roofs and overhangs have all their supports. Make sure all the pieces are in place to render you and your family prepared in the event of a natural disaster. • Listen to radio or television newscasts for the latest weather information, and follow all evacuation directions and suggestions. • Keep a stock of non-perishable food items as well as bottled water on hand inside your home. • Keep a 72 Hour Kit on hand inside your home that is easy to get to in the event of a disaster. For more information and tips on disaster response and preparedness, contact your local emergency services center. South Lane Fire & Rescue • 233 Harrison Ave, Cottage Grove 541-942-4493 • 55 South 1st Street, Creswell 541-895-2506 Twitter: @southlanefi re Facebook: southlanecountyfi reandrescue
