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16A Polk County Itemizer-Observer • January 28, 2015 Polk County News State dairy princess excited about new role By Emily Mentzer The Itemizer-Observer INDEPENDENCE — For Emma Miller, the newly crowned 2015 Oregon Dairy Princess-Ambassador, dairy farming was a happy mistake. “I actually started with dairy cattle when my mom acciden- tally brought home a dairy cow instead of a beef cow,” she recalled in a 2014 Itemizer-Ob- server interview. “It worked out though because I enjoyed every minute of it.” Miller, from Independ- ence, will spend her fourth year as an ambassador for the dairy industry. She first served as the 2012 Polk County Oregon Dair y Princess-Ambassador, the first dairy princess the coun- ty had seen since 2004. Miller was crowned as the 2015 Oregon Dairy Princess on Jan. 17 at the 56th annual coronation hosted by the Oregon Dairy Women at the Red Lion in Salem. “This has been a very long journey,” she said. “I guess you could say that I’m an ex- perienced princess now.” In 2013, Miller served as the first alternate Oregon Dairy Princess and got to tour the state and coach fu- ture princesses. “After I passed on my title, I felt like it wasn’t done,” she said. Now as a student at Oregon State University, she was able to represent Linn-Benton counties as dairy princess. “That was great, because there were a lot of events as a county princess,” Miller said. “Last fall, I was able to visit about seven elementary schools in the Linn-Benton area.” She talked to school chil- dren about dairy cows and farms, from what the cow’s favorite foods are to how farmers take care of cows — and of course, the nutritional benefits of milk and dairy products. “It’s important to teach young children how to be healthy,” Miller said. “There’s so many problems with health; it’s important for children to be more aware of choosing fruits and vegeta- bles over candy, and encour- aging them to make healthy choices.” Miller, who is studying to be an agricultural teacher, enjoys teaching about the benefits of three servings of dairy a day. Raising dairy cat- tle herself, she has first-hand knowledge of the effort it takes to raise happy cows. During high school — she is a 2012 graduate of Central High — Miller rose at 4 a.m. to milk her cows, then had to come home right after school to milk them again, and still have time for home- work, evening activities and football games. “I really just love sharing my passion for the dairy in- dustry and ag with everyone I meet, whether at a class- room presentation or a fair,” Miller said. “There are peo- ple who have never seen a cow get milked before. I love people’s faces when they learn something new, which is one reason I want to be an ag teacher.” As 2015 Oregon Dairy Princess-Ambassador, Miller will travel to schools and events throughout the state promoting the dairy industry. Upon being crowned, Miller received more than $3,000 in scholarships to continue her education. Outgoing Dairy Princess- Ambassador Danielle Bull received more than $14,000 for her year dedicated to the Oregon dairy industry, per- sonally informing more than 15,000 students of the bene- fits of dairy products and life on a dairy farm in schools and community events. Sudoku Solution LUCKIAMUTE DOMESTIC WATER COOPERATIVE BOARD MEETING Monday 7:00 p.m. February 9th 503-838-2075 Location: Business Office 8585 Suver Rd. • Monmouth JESSICA BUDGE/ for Itemizer-Observer Emma Miller of Independence reacts as she is crowned the 2015 Oregon Dairy Princess-Ambassador on Jan. 17 by 2014 Princess-Ambassador Danielle Bull. Itemizer-Observer YOUR COMMUNITY NEWS SOURCE 503-623-2373 • www.polkio.com Community Events Calendar brought to you by these Monmouth Business Association participants. We Care About Our Community! Building Unity in Our Community! Please clip out this calendar & post it on your fridge! Monmouth 503-837-0700 www.minetfiber.com Your Local Service Provider LOOKING Saving Carpets Daily 405 Hogan Rd 800-732-0173 464 S Pacific Hwy Monmouth osufederal.com FOR RENTALS? Carpet Hero 503-838-1278 503-838-0869 Monmouth Western View Properties Property Management, LLC PCL 2015 February Partnerships in Community Living 503-838-2403 480 E. Main St. Monmouth Monmouth Area Community Events Calendar DownTown Trends Feb. 1 142 Highway 99 West Feb. 5 503- 838-1445 Monmouth Feb. 7 Monmouth Senior Center 180 S. Warren St. Monmouth Feb. 11 355 N Pacific Ave., Ste A Monmouth 503-838-4268 Serving Polk Co. Since 1875 Feb. 12 Feb. 14 Feb. 15 503-623-2373 503-838-3467 Feb. 16 Feb. 21 www.windermere.com 297½ N. Pacific Hwy Polk Flea Market. Polk County’s oldest and largest market with 183 tables selling antiques, collectibles, tools, etc. 9 am to 3 pm, Polk County Fairgrounds & Event Center 520 S. Pacific Hwy W Rickreall. Website: www.polkfleamarket.com Little Builders Club—Monmouth Public Library, 168 Ecols Street S. 10:15 a.m. Manipulatives and building supplies selected for younger builders--babies up to age 4 and their adult. Have fun with Star Builders, Duploes, Nesting Cups, and more while working on fine motor skills, narrative skills, and other important developmen- tal skills. Free to the public. Call with questions, 503-838-1932. (Little Builders hap- pens every Thursday) Native Plant Sale—Polk SWCD Native Plant Sale will have bare root plant stock, bulbs, container stock, and books available for purchase. From flowers for your gar- den to trees for restoration, these native to the Willamette Valley plants are priced to move! This year’s sale will feature container stock (1 gallon containers or less) in- cluding Huckleberry, Salal, Ceanothus, and many more. Quantities are limited, so come early! 9 – 4 p.m. Event held at the Polk County Fairgrounds & Event Center 520 South Pacific Hwy W Rickreall. Call with questions, Polk Soil & Water Conser- vation District 503-623-9680. Monmouth/Independence Chamber February Forum: Annual State of the Cities Address. 12:00 PM to 1:30 PM. Please note, the forum will last 1.5 hours to allot ample time for both mayoral addresses and Q&A. Location: Independence Cinema 450 2nd Street S, Independence Lunch: Boxed lunches will be available for pur- chase when registering online at http://www.micc-or.org The Ash Creek Arts Center Gallery at MaMere's Bed & Breakfast Reception. 5 -7 pm. Free of charge and open to the public. Artists Collect. This unusual exhibit features favorite art pieces collected by artists. Each artist will contribute a state- ment about why the chosen piece is personally meaningful. Discover what artists find interesting and engaging, and explore each artwork through its collector's per- ceptions. February 9-28, 2015 (open by appointment; call 509-607-2855 for more information) 212 Knox St. N, Monmouth. Happy Valentine’s Day from the Monmouth Business Association. Free Valentine's Concert—Divine Love: A Gift of Song by Silverwind Strings. Are you looking for a unique way to celebrate Valentine's Day with someone special? Or just your special self? Faith Lutheran Church of Monmouth-Independence has the perfect event for you! We are hosting Silverwind Strings playing some of the great- est romantic music ever written, with elegant desserts and beverages following the performance. Seating is limited so get your reservation in NOW for this free event! 3-5 pm 200 Monmouth-Independence Hwy (On the S-Curves) Monmouth. Call, text or email Lyn Jobe to reserve (503) 551-3648. President’s Day! No School Grades k-12. Oregon Winter Poultry Swap. Polk County Fairgrounds. 10 am – 3 pm. Free ad- missions and parking. Two Buildings!!! Poultry ♦ Waterfowl ♦ Rabbits ♦ Animal Sup- plies Crafts ♦ Jewelry ♦ Plants ♦ Homemade Goodies. Raffles and so much more. Polk County Fairgrounds & Event Center 520 S Pacific Hwy W. Rickreall, OR 97371 503-838-2951 165 E. Main St. Monmouth 503-838-1773 410 E. Main St. Monmouth 503-838-1141 297 N Pacific Monmouth Every Tuesday 10:15 AM, Toddler Story Time for ages 18 mos. to 3 yrs. Monmouth Public Library, 168 S. Ecols St. Every Tuesday 7:30 PM - Al-Anon Family Groups, which includes Alateen for younger members, meets at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, in Dallas. Al-Anon is an established com- munity resource for people affected by another's use of alcohol. The resource can aid the recovery process for the entire family through hope, comfort and loving interchange among members having a common problem. For more information call 503-370-7363, leave a message - you will be contacted. Second and Fourth Tuesdays - 9:15 to 11 a.m. Mothers of Preschoolers (MoPS) meets at Monmouth Christian Church, 959 W. Church St., Monmouth. Every Tuesday 10 AM to 3 PM The Polk County Bounty Market comes to Monmouth's Main Street Park. Local fruits, vegetables, and other products through September 30. Contact In- formation: Bonnie Dreier Program Manager Dallas Area Visitors Center 503-623-2564 Every Wednesday 10:15 AM, Preschool Story Time for ages 3-6 years. Monmouth Li- brary, 168 S. Ecols St. Every Wednesday 5-6 p.m. Rally For Peace, in front of the Main St. Park Every Wednesday Helping Hands Emergency Food Bank, 10am to noon, Monmouth Christian Church, 959 Church St. W., Monmouth. For eligible community members; avail- able every Wednesday. 541-404-6517. Every Wednesday 6:30 PM - Al-Anon Family Groups, which includes Alateen for younger members, meets at Trinity Lutheran Church at 320 Fir Villa Rd. in Dallas. Al-Anon is an es- tablished community resource for people affected by another's use of alcohol. The resource can aid the recovery process for the entire family through hope, comfort and loving inter- change among members having a common problem. For more information call 503-370- 7363, leave a message - you will be contacted. Every 2nd Wednesday Monmouth-Independence Chamber lunch forum. 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. Location changes. Please call Jean Love or visit our Calendar of Events at micc-or.org for more information. 503-838-4268 Every 3rd Wednesday each month. BINGO at the Farm, 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM. Come play BINGO in the Chatoe out at Rogue Farms. Join us every third Wednesday of the month through 2014! So bring your family and friends and get ready to win! Boards, daubers, and prizes provided! Rogue Farms Chatoe Tasting Room, 3590 Wigrich Road Independence, OR Every Thursday 7 p.m. 314 Cottonwood Way, Monmouth. Polk and Marion County Women meet to discuss and research alternative/safer approaches to conventional treatments of hormonal imbalance. Every 2nd Thursday 7:00 PM Luckiamute Watershed Council (LWC) open meeting. Monmouth Volunteer Hall. Info: 503-838-8804 Every 3rd Thursday After Hour Mixers with Monmouth-Independence Chamber of Com- merce. Chamber members and friends are invited to join us for our FREE monthly after- hours mixers. Mixers are held the third Thursday of each month from 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM at member locations. Registration is requested to help the host site properly prepare. At- tendees are encouraged to bring a small giveaway (less than $10) to promote your business or organization. For location and or more information, contact Jean Love 503-838-4268 or visit our Calendar of Events at micc-or.org for more information. Every Friday TOPS-Weight Loss Group meets at the Monmouth Church of Christ, 127 Heffley St. N., Monmouth. 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. For more information please feel free to contact Marilyn at 503-930-7936. Every 1st Saturday 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM Monmouth Senior Center host breakfast. All you can eat, Adults $6 Donation, Children 12 & under $3 Donation. For more info: 503 838-5678 First Saturday 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM Mon-Fri 10:00 a.m.-3 p.m.-Crafter’s Cottage at the Monmouth Senior Center, 180 S. Warren St. Handmade items, watercolors, needlepoint, towels, bead jewelry, dolls, blankets, sweaters, jellies, etc....New items always arriving!
