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About The Blue Mountain eagle. (John Day, Or.) 1972-current | View Entire Issue (Dec. 16, 2015)
News Blue Mountain Eagle A3 Wednesday, December 16, 2015 ’Tis the season to shop at home Chamber’s ‘Greenbacks’ program supports local merchants %\&KHU\O+RHÀHU Blue Mountain Eagle ALLEN Continued from Page A1 Allen was born Sept. 10, 1930, and grew up in Ne- braska and Minnesota. She and her husband, Royel, were married on Aug. 1, 1953, at the United Methodist Church in John Day. They resided in Grant County where they raised three children, Susie, Rod and Pete. Allen’s list of activities, titles and accomplishments in Grant County is a long and extensive one. In addition to serving as a county judge, Allen was the Grant County Civil De- fense coordinator, owner of The Book Cover bookstore in John Day and authored sever- al books, including poetry and biographies. She was active in the John Day Historical Preservation Foundation and the Grant County Genealogical Soci- ety, and was a member of the United Methodist Church, Blue Mountain Hospital Aux- iliary, Mt. Vernon Grange, the Juniper Arts Council, Kam Wah Chung and Company museum, the American Red Cross and other groups. Allen was a multi-talented musician, a pilot, a ham radio operator, an author of several books and wrote school plays and Christmas programs. The wooden plaTue will be displayed in the courthouse alongside a framed copy of the proclamation. Eagle photos/Cheryl Hoefler A six-pack of “Man Roses” from A Flower Shop N More might be the perfect gift for any guy on your shopping list. Field’s Grassfed Beef in John Day offers a variety of custom-made gift boxes and baskets in several price ranges. How about sweets for that certain someone? A Flower Shop N More carries a selection of specialty chocolates, which can be bought individually or included in a gift basket. John Day Video Shoppe carries a complete selection of Sony entertainment systems and accessories. Grant County Greenbacks, available in $15 and $25 — and $5 coming soon — are for sale at the Grant County Chamber of Commerce. Greenbacks can be used on purchases at participating Chamber member businesses, or make great gifts on their own. dy bouTuets and a variety of themed baskets and arrange- ments are just a sample of the gift ideas available. Greenbacks are redeem- able at these and other Cham- ber businesses, and also make great gifts on their own. A full list of Chamber businesses can be found on the Chamber’s website. Most participating merchants have Greenbacks signs posted. The Grant County Cham- ber of Commerce is open from 9 a.m. to noon and 1-4 p.m. Mondays-Fridays. The office is at 301 W. Main St. in John Day. For more information, call 541-575-0547, or visit www. gcoregonlive.com. Happy Holidays! Brian Smith, Electrician Dayville, Oregon 541-673-0800 03026 Gifts, food, decorations and wrapping supplies — ’tis indeed the season to shop. Making those seasonal purchases locally from Grant County businesses not only supports the local economy but also gets the job done just as well, if not easier, than having to travel out of town in winter weather. The Grant County Cham- ber of Commerce encourages shoppers throughout the year and especially during the hol- iday season to show their ap- preciation to Chamber busi- nesses by using Grant County Greenbacks when making their purchases. Greenbacks, which can be purchased at the Chamber of- ¿ce, come in denominations of $15 and $25, with $5 com- ing soon. They can be spent dollar for dollar at all Grant County businesses who are Chamber members. The program encourag- es a stronger local economy and helps maintain jobs in the area. Merchants throughout the county strive to encourage and please shoppers by of- fering competitive prices and sales promotions, and supply- ing locally made goods and the latest products. Customers also have peace of mind in knowing that local business owners strive just as hard af- ter the sale, should a refund or replacement on an item be necessary. How about an edible gift? Field’s Grassfed Beef in John Day offers custom gift boxes and baskets in a variety of siz- es and price ranges. Choices include beef strips and jerky in several Àavors, T-shirts and even favorite frozen cuts of beef. :ho wouldn’t like to ¿nd a home theater system under the Christmas tree this year? John Day Video Shoppe of- fers a wide selection of Sony products — complete enter- tainment systems, accessories and everything in between, with enticing specials being offered now during the holi- day season. Just like the name implies, A Flower Shop N More in John Day has more to offer than fresh Àower bouTuets. Specialty chocolates, can- ANNUAL GRANT COUNTY FOOD BANK DRIVE SPONSORED BY THE BLUE MOUNTAIN EAGLE Donate and have a chance to WIN $100! The more you donate, the more chances you have to win. We’re asking everyone to pitch in and help our local food banks by donating this month. This will help those in our community who are in need. Your donations can be in the form of unexpired, nonperishable food items or cash donations that will be used to purchase such items for the food bank. Your name will be entered in a $100 prize drawing one time for every 10 items donated and/or $10 donation increment. Please bring donations to the Blue Mountain Eagle office by Wednesday, December 16th at 5pm. The drawing will be held December 17th and the WINNER will be notified that day. All participants will be highlighted in the December 23rd issue of the Eagle. Thank you for supporting our community! If you have any questions, please call Lindsay at 541-575-0710. Blue Mountain EAGLE 03022