A10 News Blue Mountain Eagle Wednesday, February 4, 2015 OTEC accepts nominations Blue Mountain Eagle JOHN DAY – Oregon Trail Electric Cooperative is accepting nominations for the 2015 Peggi Timm Civic Leadership Award. The honor is awarded annually to a woman living in OTEC’s service territo- ry, who most exemplifies Timm’s spirit of volunteer- ism to improve life in the local communities. Empha- sis will be placed on recog- nizing those who have led in the creation, revitalization and success of local organi- zations and institutions. OTEC will contributed $25,000 to a qualified non- profit chosen by the recipi- ent. The beneficiary must be based within OTEC’s ser- vice territory. Timm, who died in 2013, was the driving force behind the creation of the Coop- erative, serving as the first president of its board of di- rectors. She went on to serve numerous roles on the board and in the electric coopera- tive community, and gave tirelessly to her community, attaining several awards and titles. Nominations may be made by an individual or a group who wishes to ac- knowledge the work of the nominee, or by the nominee themselves. Deadline for nominations is April 1, 2015. Selection of the winner will be made by the OTEC Board of Directors at the April board meeting. Forms are available on- line at www.otecc.com, in the “community” tab. Sharp shooting by Beau Stone earns a second-place trophy at the district contest. Getting her participation medal is Aubreianna Osborne. Cash Moore receives his medal from Elks Southeast District Vice President Mary Williams. Quaid Brandon gets set to shoot in the boys 12-13 division. Contributed photos Funds encourage conservation work year, but those received after Feb. 27 are considered for future Farmers, ranchers and for- funding. est landowners should submit This year’s total CSP invest- applications by Feb. 27 to en- ment may result in the enroll- sure they are considered for ment of up to 7.7 million acres this year’s funding through in the program by private land- the Conservation Stewardship owners. Program. “CSP is a way of incentiviz- The program, offered ing farmers, ranchers, and pri- through the USDA Natural Re- vate forest managers who main- sources Conservation Service, is tain a high level of conservation part of the 2014 Farm Bill and on their land and agree to adopt will make $100 million in feder- higher levels of stewardship,” al funds available this year. said Ron Alvarado, of NRCS in $SSOLFDWLRQVFDQEH¿OHGDOO Oregon. “By focusing on multi- Blue Mountain Eagle TREAT YOUR FEET ple resource concerns, landown- ers are able to achieve a sustain- able landscape and maintain or increase the productivity of their operations.” Program participants take additional conservation steps to improve the resource conditions on their land, including soil, air and habitat quality, water quality and quantity, and energy conser- vation. For more information visit www.or.nrcs.usda.gov or the USDA service center in John Day. Our Services by a registered nurse include: • Pedi-Spa treatment for your feet • Particular attention to Diabetic Foot • Multifunctional massage chair • Skin Inspection • Callus Removal • Nail Cutting We also check your blood pressure, blood sugar level and oxygen saturation. Call Kids hit hoops at Elks district contest Blue Mountain Eagle PRINEVILLE – Young- sters from Grant County fared well at the Elks Hoop Shoot District Contest, held Jan. 24 at Cecil Sly Elementary School in Prineville. The participants qual- L¿HG IRU GLVWULFW FRPSHWL- tion by placing at their local shoots in John Day, Burns, Bend, Klamath Falls, Lakev- iew, Madras, Ontario and Prineville. Four of the winners from Your Rural Fa mily Health Clinic Grant County HEALTH Department 541- 575-1648 528 E. Main, St. E, John Day for an appointment $35 00 fee Monday - Friday 8am - 5pm Blue Mountain Hospital FOOT CLINIC www.bluemountainhospital.org Services available at the Home Health Office, 422 W. Main, John Day. Services Provided: Karen Triplett, FNP • Primary Care • Acute Care • Women’s Health Exams • Men and Children Exams • Immunizations • Family Planning • Contraception • Pregnancy Testing & Referrals • HIV Testing & Referrals • Cacoon • WIC • High Risk Infants • Maternity Case Management Grant County Health Department does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, national origin, disability, or age in admission, treatment, or participation in its programs, services and activitie s, or in employment. Appointments available Call and schedule your appointment today! TOLL FREE 888-443-9104 or 541-575-0429 the John Day Elks Lodge shoot were able to attend the event, and organizers said they performed well against tough competition. Beau Stone, compet- ing in the boys 12-13 age group, was tied for second at the end of the 25 free- throw regulation event, so he entered a shoot-off of five more shots. He sank all five, clinching second place in his age group. Aubreianna Osborne came in third for the age 10-11 girls, and was awarded a par- ticipation medal. Cash Moore, in the 8-9 boys group, and Quaid Bran- don, in boys 12-13, also did well and earned participation medals. That wraps up the shoot for the local Elks Lodge con- WHQGHUVDVRQO\WKH¿UVWSODFH shooters from district qualify for the state contest. It will be held Feb. 14 in Milwaukie. Caring for Young Teeth It’s easy to cuddle that cute baby that has just joined your family, and giving a lot of thought to his or her future dental needs is probably not on your radar screen, as yet. But some sage advice to consider as that baby grows would be to pay very close attention to the health and development of your child’s primary teeth. Dental care, in the form of early prevention and possible intervention, is a commitment in time, daily routines, and some financial planning as well. First, parents and caregivers need to understand how nutrition and regular dental care make a significant impact on a child’s health. Tooth decay at any age has damaging effects throughout our bodies, but decay in primary teeth, leading to premature tooth loss, can affect long-term outcomes for oral health, lasting a lifetime. Bottle mouth, for example, describes the destructive process of decay, caused by excessive use of bottle feeding after baby teeth erupt and then allowing those liquids to linger on the teeth. Sugary snacks and soda pop are another trouble maker. You might think, “They’re just baby teeth, and they’re not important!” Not so!! Those first teeth are the framework for what comes next. It is crucial that primary teeth be kept healthy by daily brushing, flossing and regular exams, so permanent teeth have the best chance possible to develop properly. Additionally, as normal transition from primary teeth to permanent teeth takes place from age six into adolescence, it is much easier to assist that change with regular dental visits. Radiographic observation may allow simple intervention to make room for permanent teeth, which may not be possible through natural development, and help keep orthodontic needs less complicated. Full orthodontic treatment may be eliminated all together, saving thousands of dollars!!! February is National Children’s Dental Health Month Dr. Michael B. DesJardin’s Office 208 NW Canton St., John Day We will be offering child exams for free for the month of February, when cleanings for kids 12 and under are scheduled. Pictured are Kati Snodgrass E.F.D.A. and ten year old patient, Quinn Larson. Preventive care for baby teeth, fixing dental problems when they are small, and smart intervention at just the right time, is like money in the bank. You can, instead, save for a college education for that cute baby in your arms!!! To make an appointment, stop by or call, 541 575 2725 and talk to Barb, Becky or, new to the team at Dr. Mike’s, Kati Snodgrass. “We are here to help!” 5