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Blue Mountain Eagle
Wednesday, August 26, 2020
The year of the nurse — 2020 New version
By Jean Ann Moultrie
For the Blue Mountain Eagle
The World Health Organi-
zation declared 2020 as “The
Year of the Nurse,” a time to
celebrate nurses today and
honor the 200th anniversary of
the birth of Florence Nightin-
gale, also known as “The Lady
with the Lamp.” Nightingale
was a British nurse during the
Crimean War and is honored as
the pioneer of modern nursing.
“Nursing is the embodi-
ment of robust science and
compassion,” said Patricia
Barfield, Ph.D., assistant pro-
fessor and assistant program
director, Oregon Health and
Science University – School of
Nursing, La Grande campus.
“When people think of a
nurse,” Barfield added, “they
often envision tasks associated
with nursing, such as taking a
blood pressure or giving a shot.
They are less likely to think
about the complex decision
making, the skilled observa-
tions, the constant analysis of
data, the problem solving and
the prioritization of action that
nurses do innately — all the
EO Media Group/Ryan Brennecke
Kim Kirk, a nurse at Tom McCall Elementary School in Redmond,
works on organizing a cabinet of supplies in preparation for the
upcoming school year.
while reas-
suring
the
patient and
family.”
A recent
graduate
from
the
Jean Ann
nursing pro-
Moultrie
gram, Amy
Black from
Prairie City, reported that
nursing is “such an appeal-
ing career, a career that allows
me to serve others and brings
purpose and joy to my life.”
Black passed the state board
exam and will be working at a
hospital rotating through crit-
ical care units. She reports
that high school staff helped
her find financial resources
including scholarships.
“Our nursing class had stu-
dents just out of high school,”
Black said, “and some in their
50s, both men and women,
and we all got along and were
supportive to each other.”
Barfield noted, “The
OHSU La Grande campus
offers residents of Eastern
Oregon an excellent place to
learn and to launch a nursing
career.”
How to support nurses in
the context of the pandemic
experience?
“Two ways,” suggests
Barfield. “First, follow CDC
guidelines to reduce the spread
of COVID-19, wear a mask,
social distance and maintain
hand hygiene. When/if you
become infected, or you infect
another person, you put your-
self, your family, your com-
munity at risk and every nurse
on the front line increased risk.
Nurses go home to their fam-
ilies at the end of their shift…
Many nurses live in fear of
spreading COVID-19 to their
own families.”
“Second, be kind to the
nurses,” Barfield said. “Nurses
often receive the brunt of
patient anger, aggression,
frustration or outrage. Nurses
work long hours … (and) are
facing overwhelming circum-
stances of loss and grief.
“Random acts of kindness,
little tokens of appreciation
go a long way to restore the
soul of a nurse. A kind word, a
thoughtful card, a considerate
act…the little things matter.”
For information regarding
the OHSU La Grande cam-
pus nursing program, visit
ohsu.edu/school-of-nursing/
la-grande-campus.
of MyODFW
app available
Blue Mountain Eagle
A new update of the
MyODFW app (version 2.3)
is now available in Apple and
Google Play stores.
The latest update will
prompt users to update their
app whenever a new version
is available and provides
an easier way to access the
forgot username or pass-
word feature directly from
the app, according to a press
release.
This version also fixes a
bug some newer iPhone users
were experiencing which left
them unable to view the list
of fish they had tagged within
the app, or made it more dif-
ficult to use the app when
in dark mode. The new ver-
sion makes all features visi-
OBITUARIES
Volunteers needed for statewide ATV Advisory Committee
Blue Mountain Eagle
Oregon Parks and Recreation Depart-
ment is seeking volunteers for two
upcoming vacant positions on the
All-Terrain Vehicle Advisory Com-
mittee. One of the successful candi-
dates will also serve on the ATV Grant
Subcommittee.
OPRD is accepting applications for
the following positions:
• At-large ATV user representative;
this person will also serve on the ATV
Grant Subcommittee
• ATV dealer representative
Volunteers serve up to two consec-
utive four-year terms. To apply for one
of the open positions, go to the ATV-AC
webpage at oregon.gov/oprd/ATV/
Pages/ATV-committee.aspx#1 and click
the “Committee Interest Form” link at
the bottom of the section. Applications
will be accepted until 5 p.m. Sept. 10.
The ATV-AC typically holds one to
two public meetings per year, which
may be conducted either in-person or
remotely adhering to COVID-19 guide-
lines. It is tasked with reviewing acci-
dents and fatalities resulting from ATV
recreation; reviewing changes to stat-
utory vehicle classifications as neces-
sary for safety considerations; reviewing
safety features of all classes of off-high-
way vehicles; and recommending appro-
priate safety requirements to protect child
and adult OHV operators.
The Grant Subcommittee holds up to
four public meetings per year, which may
be conducted either in-person or con-
ducted remotely adhering to COVID-19
guidelines. The subcommittee is respon-
sible for reviewing and recommending
grant funding in support of ATV recre-
ational activities throughout the state,
including maintenance, law enforcement,
emergency medical services, land acqui-
sition and planning and development.
Computer access and experience is man-
datory. Knowledge of OHV riding areas
throughout Oregon is beneficial.
OPRD is committed to ensuring that
all boards and commissions represent the
growing age, racial and gender diversity
of the state. All citizens with OHV expe-
rience are welcome and encouraged to
serve.
For more information, contact Jeff
Trejo, OPRD ATV safety education
coordinator, at jeff.trejo@oregon.gov or
503-586-9622.
Dennis Reynolds Memorial Scholarship applications due Sept. 15
Blue Mountain Eagle
The Dennis Reynolds
Memorial Scholarship is
sponsored through the Grant
County Family Heritage
Foundation and the Reynolds
Family and many friends who
have contributed in Reynolds’
memory. A pair of $500 schol-
arships will be given annually.
Requirements:
• Must be a Grant Coun-
ty-raised student
• Applicant must have
been an active 4-H or a
FFA member for a mini-
mum of four years
• Applicant must be
pursuing a degree or trade
in related to ag
• Applicant may be a
freshman, sophomore,
junior or senior attending
a university, community
college or trade school
• Proof of 4-H or FFA
membership and an essay
are both required with
application
• Successful applicants
are expected to give back
to 4-H and FFA programs
in a positive way
• Two letters of recom-
mendation are required
Entering freshman will
receive the scholarship at
the beginning of their second
term.
Applications are due by
Sept. 15.
Send three copies to:
Dennis Reynolds Memorial
Scholarship; Grant County
Family Heritage Founda-
tion; PO Box 6; Seneca, OR
97873.
EPA bans outdoor burning for the Burns Paiute Reservation
By Rudy Diaz
Blue Mountain Eagle
The Environmental Pro-
tection Agency banned out-
door burning for the Burns
Paiute Reservation amid
the rise of stagnant air con-
ditions and elevated air
pollution.
A press release from
the EPA said the ban is
active until further notice
and applies to all outdoor
and agricultural burning —
including camping and rec-
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James Steven Grey passed away recently. He was a logger,
knot bumper by trade, but was able to do all in the logging
industry, worked for Columbia Helicopters, was also a tree
planter and a firefighter, hard worker and tried hard at any-
thing he did. He was loved by many.
William Holoboff
May 17, 1937 — Aug. 9, 2020
William Holoboff, 83, of Granite, Oregon, passed away at
his residence on Aug. 9, 2020. A memorial service will be
held for William at a later date.
On May 17, 1937, in Salem, Ore-
gon, Nicoli and Mary (Popoff) Holo-
boff welcomed William into their fam-
ily. He attended North Salem high
school, graduating in 1957. After high
school, Bill served in the United States
Army as a PFC from 1959-1963. He
worked for himself for 30 years as a
farmer, retiring in 1992.
Bill married Mary Lou Sohler on
March 12, 1966, in Hood River, Ore-
gon. Mary Lou and Bill raised two
daughters together, Bonnie and Heidi.
He enjoyed gold prospecting and wood carving; he was a
life member of the Arizona Desert Bighorn Sheep Society, a
life member of the Gold Prospectors Association of America.
He was also a member of the NRA, Good Sam and the Rocky
Mountain Elk Foundation.
Bill is survived by his wife of 54 years, Mary Lou
Holoboff, and his two daughters, Bonnie Holoboff-John-
son of Cambridge, Idaho, and Heidi Davidson of Kalaheo,
Hawaii. He is also survived by three grandchildren and six
great-grandchildren.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Arizona Des-
ert Big Horn Sheep Society through Gray’s West & Co. Pio-
neer Chapel at 1500 Dewey Ave., Baker City, OR 97814.
To leave a condolence for the family, visit grayswestco.
com.
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1956~2020
Ronald “Burns” Stewart passed away peacefully Aug. 16 at his home, surrounded by his family. In March 2019, Burns was diag-
nosed with a non-hereditary, rare brain disease, progressive supranuclear palsy or PSP, which he suffered from for several years.
Burns was born Sept. 8, 1956, in Sun Valley, Idaho. He was the third son of Donald Douglas Stewart and Lueanne
(Lawron) Stewart. Burns graduated from Payette (Idaho) High School. He was an athlete, fan, and player of football, but
known as “Hatchet Man” in basketball. Burns enjoyed ranching and was a ranch manager for most of his young adult life. 
He was married to Michelle (Mansfield) Severe until 1991. Burns and Michelle had two daughters, Tegan and Kiley
Stewart. Burns then switched his career to road construction, and met his current wife, Mardy (Geer) Stewart, while
working in the Burns area. Burns and Mardy were married in July 1996, and raised Brandon and Samantha Hooker,
making it a family of six. Burns and Mardy had just celebrated their 24th wedding anniversary.
Burns worked as a mechanic for McAllister Farm Store until 1999, then went to work for Weeks Oil/Ed Staub & Sons for the next 13 years. Burns then
changed courses to his passion of farming in 2012, going to work for ACW. Burns also fulfilled his dream of getting his own land to farm in 2001.
Burns enjoyed hunting, camping, fishing, farming, having fun with family and friends, grandchildren, and his beautiful wife. He was hardworking,
fun-loving, and a stranger to no one. Burns would give you the shirt off his back and always be willing to help anyone in need.
Burns is survived by his wife, Mardy; daughter, Tegan and her fiance´, Mike Breske, and their three children; daughter, Kiley, and husband, Jim Currie
and their two children; stepson, Brandon, and his wife, Marcy, and their two children; and stepdaughter, Samantha, and her husband, John Lee; brother,
Don, and wife, Deana, and their two children; sister, Myra, and her two children; brother, Doug, his wife, Tafney, and their two children; sister, Myra, and
her two children; brother, Tim and his wife, Emi, and their two children; and many great-nieces and great-nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents; and brother, John. A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, Aug. 24, at the Harney County Fair-
grounds. In lieu of flowers, please consider contributing to Cure PSP, hospice, or to a charity of your choice. Paid for by the family of Ronald Stewart.
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Last Week’s Temps
John Day ...........................................................HI/LO
Tuesday ........................................................... 97/68
Wednesday ..................................................... 91/65
Thursday .......................................................... 89/59
Friday ............................................................... 94/58
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Springs Reservation.
The ban helps protect
high-risk people such as the
children, the elderly, preg-
nant women, people with
asthma or difficulty breath-
ing and more.
To check the current sta-
tus of the ban, visit epa.gov/
farr/burn-bans-indian-reser-
vations-id-or-and-wa.
James Steven Grey
Ronald “Burns” Stewart
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He will bathe in an ADVERTISED TUB, shave with an ADVERTISED RAZOR,
have a breakfast of ADVERTISED JUICE, cereal and toast, toasted in an
ADVERTISED TOASTER, put on ADVERTISED CLOTHES and glance at his
ADVERTISED WATCH. He’ll ride to work in his ADVERTISED CAR, sit at an
ADVERTISED DESK and write with an ADVERTISED PEN. Yet this person
hesitates to advertise, saying that advertising doesn’t pay. Finally, when his
non-advertised business is going under, HE’LL ADVERTISE IT FOR SALE.
Then it’s too late.
AND THEY SAY ADVERTISING DOESN’T WORK?
DON’T MAKE THIS SAME MISTAKE
Advertising is an investment, not an expense. Think about it!
reational fires — in all areas
within the external reserva-
tion boundaries. The burn
ban does not apply to cere-
monial and traditional fires.
Other reservations with a
burn ban in place from EPA
Region 10, which covers the
Pacific Northwest, are Fort
Hall Reservation, Klam-
ath Reservation and Warm
ble when a phone is in dark
mode in both Android and
iPhone versions.
To update, go to the Apple
or Google Play store and
choose “Update” or “Open”
to get the latest version.
Since the ELS system was
launched for the 2019 license
year, nearly 60% of custom-
ers have opened an online
account and 33% are using
e-tagging rather than paper
tagging.
“ODFW thanks all hunters
and anglers who have chosen
e-tagging, and we appreciate
your patience as we continue
to fix any bugs in the app,”
said Bruce Davis, ODFW
Licensing Department. “This
new version will make it eas-
ier to always keep your app
updated.”
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