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Polk County Living Polk County Itemizer-Observer • August 16, 2017 9A Eclipse: prepare for your experience With the solar eclipse on the horizon, it’s time to get prepared by stocking up on glasses, food, water, gas and patience. “The number of people expected in Oregon for the Aug. 21 eclipse, especially in the path of totality, will real- ly stretch our resources and infrastructures,” said Glen- da Hyde, a family and com- munity health educator with Oregon State University Ex- tension Service. “There could be double or triple the population in some areas.” Predictions may fall short, but people should be ready for large crowds, possibly gridlocked traffic, and runs on grocery stores and gas stations. To help, Extension prepared a Solar Eclipse Preparedness webpage and a flyer called Solar Eclipse: Be Responsible, Resourceful and Resilient, which was co- authored by Hyde. In case stores close or run out of essentials, start now to stock up on food for a week, concentrating on canned and boxed goods, including shelf-stable milk alternatives. Frozen food is an option, too, but if power goes out temporarily keep the freezer closed. It’s im- McCaw — 60th K YM P OKORNY Your Garden portant to plan for healthy meals rather than just high- fat, high-sugar snacks. “Part of being resilient is eating healthy,” she said. “And don’t eat the same thing over and over. You can get through with red beans and rice in an emergency, but your nutrition will be lacking.” For tips on food and water storage and meal planning options, refer to Food Storage for Emergen- cies and Water Storage for Emergencies online. If you do nothing else, don’t skimp on the special glasses needed for viewing the eclipse. “It’s essential to wear eclipse glasses whether you’re in the path of totality or on the fringe,” Hyde said. “It’s not a myth that staring into the sun can cause per- manent eye damage.” To avoid getting counter- feits, look for ISO 12312-2 stamped on the glasses, she HTTPS://FLIC.KR/P/WFXJAU Many stores have special eclipse-viewing glasses that block harmful light. Regular sunglasses will not protect eyes from permanent damage. Look for the IS0 12312-2 international standard on eclipse glasses (https://eclipse 2017.nasa.gov/safety). said, as well as one of the following companies certi- fied by NASA: Rainbow Symphony, American Paper Optics, Thousand Oaks Op- tical, TSE 17, and Baader Planetarium. Fire hazard will be ex- tremely high so don’t park or drive on dry grass. Water plants and lawn near the house and clean up debris to create a defensible space around homes. Don’t use open flame or start camp- fires. Hyde also recommends: Withdraw cash as ATMs may not work or be deplet- ed. Fill up the gas tank and keep it filled Have water on hand for three days — a gallon per person per day is a good goal. If traveling, even for short distances, keep some water, food and a first aid kit in the car. A backpack will come in handy if you have to walk somewhere. Don’t forget pets when stocking up on food. Keep a week’s worth of medications on hand. Cellphone towers may become overwhelmed. Make sure you can locate family members with alter- native methods. “Planning and preparing will give you alternatives for situations that may arise,” Hyde said. “Try not to stress out. Take a deep breath, relax and enjoy this special event.” MI TOWN It was wonderful to see so many people enjoying the Polk County Fair last week — and there was in- deed something for every- one to enjoy. Kids of all ages enjoyed corn dogs and lemonade and good times at our favorite summertime event. Seeing the young people involved in 4-H and FFA gives everyone a good and positive feeling about what’s good in our world. Unfortunately, the six-o’- clock news rarely showcas- es stories about these teens, and focuses more on sensa- tional stories of all the bad things that happen daily in the cities and small com- munities alike. Even in MI Town, it’s not all sunshine and flowers — but seeing the accomplishments of many of our young citizens, I’m optimistic that our fu- ture is in very good hands. — ANNIVERSARY P ATTY T AYLOR D UTCHER Columnist The summer concerts in Main Street Park in Mon- mouth just keep getting better and better — and what could be more fun on a summer evening than packing a picnic supper and spending a great time with friends and family, lis- tening to a variety of excel- lent entertainers. Tonight we’ll enjoy a good time lis- tening to Root Jack, featur- ing rock music. Time is passing quickly and these special summertime events will soon be over for anoth- er year. Thanks to everyone who has worked so hard to make Wednesday evenings so special for everyone in MI Town. — We’re in the middle of August now and it seems like summer is flying by more quickly every year. Stores are featuring back- to-school clothes and shoes, and there are dis- plays of pens and note- books and paper every- where you turn. Families are enjoying these last pre- cious days of summertime when the regular routines begin all too soon. — It’s almost time to check the schedule for Western Oregon University football games — a sure sign that fall is just around the cor- ner. The team members are busy with daily practices on campus now, and everyone is looking forward to a suc- cessful year. As much as I love summertime, there’s something pretty special about spending a Saturday afternoon in McArthur Sta- dium and catching the en- thusiasm of college football — right in our own back- yard. It’s a good thing to support our local university sports program, and I promise you’ll have a great time while you’re there. — A great deal of construc- tion, including major re- modeling projects, is un- derway at all of our local schools, including several buildings on the WOU cam- pus. With students and many staff members on va- cation, summertime offers the best opportunity for this to get done. Custodial and maintenance staff can take advantage of this time of year to get classrooms and other buildings in good shape for the beginning of school in September. ECLIPSE 2017 Early Deadlines! Our office will be closed Monday, August 21 for the Total Solar Eclipse. Deadlines: Community Events . . .Thursday Noon Legals . . . . . . . . . . . .Thursday Noon Display Ads . . . . . . . . .Thursday 2 pm Letters to Editor . . . . . . .Friday 10 am Classified Display . . . . .Friday 11 am Classified Line Ads . . . . .Friday Noon INSIDE This Week’s Itemizer- Observer 147 SE Court St., Dallas 503-623-2373 www.polkio.com Obituaries . . . . . . . . . . . .Friday Noon Itemizer-Observer 147 SE Court Street, Dallas, Oregon 97338 503-623-2373 • FAX 503-623-2395 Darrell and Blanche (Faxon) McCaw will cele- brate 60 years of marriage on Aug. 16. The couple was married at the Church on the Hill in Toledo. They lived in various areas of Lincoln County and settled in Dallas in the early 1960s. Darrell worked for River Bend Sand & Gravel in Salem as a truck mechan- ic and retired in 2001. Blanche was a stay-at-home mom, raising their four children, Ruth Holcomb (1958-2001), Lyle, of Eagle Point, Laurie (Eastridge), of Monroe, and Melinda (Cutler), of Falls City. They have nine grandchildren and four great- grandchildren. They enjoy many activities with their church, friends and family. They keep active with water aerobics, bowling and traveling around Oregon. Blanche spends many hours hand quilting many placements and quilts. Darrel has an extensive collection of sand from all over the world that many friends and family members have given him. Their children are hosting an open house on Aug. 27 at the Dallas Church, 450 SE Washington St., from 2 to 5 p.m. Family and friends are welcome to come celebrate this milestone with Darrell and Blanche. WEDDING Peters — Horn Mack Peters, 25, of Tualatin, formerly of Boise, Idaho, and Jasmine M. Horn, 31, of Tualatin, formerly of Dallas, were mar- ried on June 24. The groom’s par- ents are Jon and Sam Peters, of Boise. The bride’s moth- er is Billie Rowe, of Salem. Mack Peters is a research assistant at Oregon Health & Sci- ence University. He is a 2010 graduate of Borah High School, Boise. Mack went on foreign exchange to Quito, Ecuador, in 2012. He graduated from the University of Idaho in 2014 with a Bachelor of Science in biology and a Bachelor of Arts in Spanish. Jasmine Peters is a transportation dispatcher for Salem-Keizer Public Schools. She is a 2004 graduate from Dallas High School. Jasmine went on foreign exchange to Kisogawa, Japan, in 2003. She graduated from the Savan- nah College of Art and Design in 2009 with a Bachelor of Fine Arts in film and television. The couple met while filleting salmon for Leader Creek Fisheries in Alaska during the summer of 2014. The wedding and reception were held at Silver Falls State Park. It was officiated by the groom’s brother, Josh Peters. The bride was given away by her grandfather, Bob Senter, of Whitebird, Idaho. The best man was Spencer Marrow. Groomsmen were Robert Senter and Randy Miles. The matron of honor was Jessica Segal. Bridesmaids were Rachel Peters and Erica Felton. Jasmine has taken Mack’s last name, and they continue to reside in Tualatin, Oregon. The couple will have their honeymoon in Ecuador this December.
