COMMUNITY
MyEagleNews.com
Wednesday, March 11, 2020
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WHAT’S
HAPPENING
The Eagle/Rudy Diaz
FFA members served dinner during the fourth annual St. Patrick’s Day benefit dinner.
CASA fundraiser brings in $16,000
By Rudy Diaz
Blue Mountain Eagle
Grant-Harney County
CASA celebrated another
St. Patrick’s Day benefit
dinner with music, dinner
and laugh-
ter,
but
it was an
event that
highlighted
the grow-
ing generos-
ity and sup-
port from
Hannah
Hinman
the Grant
County
community.
Community members
came together for the fourth
annual Court Appointed
Special Advocates St. Pat-
rick’s Day Dinner and Auc-
tion on March 6 and man-
aged to raise an estimated
gross income of $16,839,
which is about $2,000 more
than last year.
Executive Director Han-
nah Hinman was happy at
the response from the com-
munity with tickets being
oversold, businesses donat-
ing and great sponsorships.
She feels humbled by the
amount of support provided
from the community every
year.
“Every year I’m always
kind of stressed coming into
this fundraiser, but every
year I am reminded of the
generosity and support the
community has for us,”
Hinman said.
This fundraiser was
important since it gave
the community an oppor-
tunity to show their sup-
port, which helps complete
requirements for grants and
state and federal dollars that
require a demonstration of
community support.
“When we go to write
Eagle file photo
Grant County Special Olympian Elizabeth Swarthout takes
aim during halftime warmups against the law enforcement
team in 2019.
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Wednesday, March 11
The Eagle/Rudy Diaz
Carson McKay takes bids for the fourth annual Court Appointed Special Advocates St. Pat-
rick’s Day Dinner and Auction on March 6.
The Eagle/Rudy Diaz
Grant-Harney County CASA celebrated another St. Pat-
rick’s Day benefit dinner on March 6.
a foundation grant, we
have to be able to demon-
strate that we have commu-
nity support,” said Hinman.
“Events like this also give
us an opportunity to share
what we’re doing and to
build awareness — whether
that means someone will
become a future member
or a more committed donor,
it’s an important awareness
opportunity.”
The night included
information shared about
CASA’s work — being
advocates for children in
the court system — and the
importance of volunteer-
ing for CASA. The event
also featured silent and live
auctions.
Carson McKay had the
opportunity to auction off
some of the big prizes of the
night and thought the event
went really well. He was
also happy at the amount
of people that showed up to
support CASA.
“I’m thrilled with the
turnout, generosity and sup-
port that was demonstrated
by our community,” Hin-
man said.
For more information
about CASA or how to vol-
unteer, contact Hinman at
541-575-5574 or casa@
grantesd.k12.or.us.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
First Community Credit Union
to purchase three stores from Umpqua Bank
Government Contracting Basics and Certification
Workshop
• 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., Grant County Extension Office, Suite 1,
116 NW Bridge St., John Day
Eastern Oregon University is hosting the training featuring
multiple state agencies. This class is free, but preregistration
is required. To register, call 541-962-1532.
Lenten luncheon
• 11:30 a.m., St. Thomas Episcopal Church, 139 Washing-
ton St., Canyon City
The lunch will be followed by a service at 12:15 p.m. Next
week’s lunch will be at First Christian Church in John Day.
For more information, call 541-575-0104.
Thursday, March 12
Coronavirus public meeting
• 6:30 p.m., Grant County Fairgrounds, John Day
Grant County has activated an emergency operations cen-
ter in response to the COVID-19 outbreak in Oregon. The
public is invited to learn more.
Saturday, March 14
Grant County Library pie auction
• 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., Grant County Library, 507 S. Can-
yon Blvd., John Day
A cake walk, pie auction and activities for kids are planned.
Monday, March 16
American Legion Auxiliary Ellis Tracy Unit 77 meet-
ing and potluck
• 6:30 p.m., Alec Gay Hall, 172 SE Dayton St., John Day
The Ellis Tracy Unit will honor the winners of the
2020 Americanism essay contest sponsored by the Amer-
ican Legion Auxiliary. They will also recognize the two
girls who attended Girls State in June 2019. Potluck meat
will be provided. The public is invited to attend. For ques-
tions, call Sherry Feiger at 541-575-0766 or Ruth Harris at
541-575-0076.
Tuesday, March 17
Book Club
• 5:30-6:30 p.m., Painted Sky Center for the Arts, Canyon
City
The first book will be “Murder of Ravens,” part of Paty
Jager’s Gabriel Hawke mystery series. The book can be pur-
chased at this first meeting or at online retailers.
Coquille, Oregon (March 11, 2020) – First Community Credit Union (First
Community) announced today that they have entered into a purchase and
assumption agreement with Umpqua Bank to acquire three store (branch)
locations in Oregon. The branch locations included in the transaction are
located in John Day, Burns, and Lakeview. The agreement is subject to
regulatory approval and is expected to close in June of this year.
Tuesday-Wednesday, March 17-18
“We are excited to expand our services to these wonderful communities.
We understand rural Oregon because it’s where most of our members live
and work. We are also delighted to welcome the Umpqua Bank employees at
these branches to the First Community team,” said David Elmer, President/
CEO of First Community.
“As customer preferences change how we deliver banking services, Umpqua’s
commitment to supporting our communities remains strong,” said Brian Read,
Umpqua’s executive vice president and head of retail banking. “We’re pleased
that First Community has agreed to purchase these three locations and will
continue providing financial services to local customers.”
About First Community
Headquartered in Coquille, First Community serves nearly 80,000 members
(customers), operates 28 branches in Oregon, employs over 300 employees
and has approximately $1.2 billion in assets. Helping individuals, families,
and small businesses achieve their financial goals is central to their mission.
Supporting its communities through innovative and ethical banking practices
is at the heart of First Community’s philosophy.
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American Red Cross blood drive
• 1-6 p.m. Tuesday
• 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Wednesday
• The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, John Day
Register by calling 1-800-GIVE-LIFE.
Thursday, March 19
Special Olympics basketball game with local law
enforcement
• 6 p.m. Grant Union High School gym, John Day
The Special Olympics basketball team will face off against
local law enforcement for a fundraiser. For more information,
contact Deronda Lallatin at 541-620-4295 or Kathy Gill at
541-620-2186.
Friday, March 20
Richardson Brothers and Friends show
• 6:30 p.m., Prairie City Senior Center
A performance is planned at the Prairie City hall with pro-
ceeds benefiting the Prairie City Cemetery and the Prairie City
Senior Center.
Saturday, March 21
Grant County Genealogical Society seminars
• 8:30 a.m., OSU Extension office, conference room, John
Day
Professor Kate Eakman of Gresham will give a hands-on
genealogy seminar. The class begins at 9 a.m. and will con-
clude at about 3:30 p.m. with a break for lunch. Bring a lap-
top or tablet to add historical context to a genealogy. For more
information, call 541-932-4718.