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TW O - Heppner Gazette-Tim es, Heppner, Oregon Wednesday, January 19, 2000 continued from page 1 The Official Newspaper o f the City o f Heppner and the County o f Morrow Heppner GAZETTE-TIMES U S P S. 240-420 Morrow County’s Home-Owned Weekly Newspaper Published weekly and entered as periodical matter at the Post Office at Heppner, Oregon under the Act of March 3,1 8 7 9 Periodical postage paid at Heppner, Oregon Office at 147 W Willow Street Telephone (5 4 1 >676-9228 Fa* (541)676-9211 E-mail gt@heppner net or giturapidserve net. Web site www heppner net Postmaster send address changes to the Heppner Gazette-Times, P O. Box 337, Heppner, Oregon 97836 Subscriptions: $22 in Morrow County, $16 senior rale (in Morrow County only; 62 years or older), $29 else where David Sykes .................................................................................................................Publisher April Hilton-Sykes ............................................................................................... Editor On the HEPPNER WEBSITE: www.heppner.net • Start or Change a Subscription • Place a C lassified A d • Submit a News Story • V iew Real Estate for Sale • City Council & Planning Minutes • Local Businesses • County Park • Willow Creek Park Reservations • Free Digital Postcards • Senior Housing • and more! Morrow County could become Oregon’s dairy capitol Morrow County could becom e the dairy capital o f Oregon following construction o f a new cheese plant at Boardman, local cattlemen, farmers and others were told at a meeting last Thursday in Heppner. Up to 40,000 head o f dairy cow s could be brought into the county to support Tillamook Cheese's new plant at the Port o f Morrow near Boardman, said Harold Schild, president and CEO o f Tillamook County Creamery Assn. Schild was part o f a panel o f dairy experts who spoke at a meeting o f the Morrow County Soil and Water District last week. Most o f the dairies will probably be located within 15 miles o f the new plant. Workers at the dairies will number in the hundreds as it takes about 22 workers for each 1,000 cows. Wages average in the $2,000 to $2,500 per month. The wide open spaces o f Morrow County is one o f the reasons Tillamook Cheese decided to locate in Morrow County. Five dairymen from Chino, California, are moving their operations here because o f increased conflicts with neighbors there. Three o f the dairies will be locating on the Offet property (formerly Taggares Farms) near the Boardman Coal plant. A total o f six dairies will initially set up in Morrow County to support the Tillamook operation, and there could be more later. In response to questions from the crowd it was said that 30 percent o f the milking herd will be cull cows, which will cause "some blips" in the market. It was pointed out, however, that more buyers will be attracted to the area, and that in the long run will help the local market. In respect to feed it was stated that there will be "lots" o f direct sales with the growers for the feed, but that $6 to $7 million a year could be injected into the county economy for all types o f buying by the dairymen, the processing plant and the employees. The dairies in Morrow County will be different than those in Tillamook. The average dairy in Tillamook is about 150 cows with some as large as 500. The dames here will much larger and more efficient. The dairy industry is the backbone o f the Tillamook economy. The average dairy cow has a production life o f about three years and is about 5 years old when done. Most o f the calves will be bom on the dairies and then raised somewhere close by until about two years old and ready for milking. January service station in 1968. In addition to providing trustworthy engine repair and complete service for over 30 years. Cal is noted for his contribution in keeping the spirit o f the Easter Bunny alive in Heppner and plowing snow for downtown businesses and the elderly. The Shermans' children and grandchildren have also worked at the business. Devin's Oil first incorporated in 1980, but started business long before. In the last three years, Devin's Oil has expanded its business as an oil distributor to acquire and remodel or construct new service stations in Heppner, Boardman and Arlington, all o f which include convenience stoies. Devin’s Oil also emphasizes family, with Devin's parents establishing the business, which now includes Dick's wife, Denise, and his children, Rene and Richard. Jerry Healy, representing the Port o f Morrow, introduced the CEO o f the wheat straw particle board company which plans to open a business in Heppner, initially creating approximately 60 jobs.. It was noted that a year ago during the community got the bad news that the Kinzua Mill in Heppner would close, putting over 100 people out o f work. Also at the awards presentation, Heppner Chamber Executive Director Claudia Hughes was presented the Elks Distinguished Citizen award, and Tom Sly, Tom W olff and Tom Rawlins were honored with the Chamber's Hats O ff awards. 1998-99 Morrow County Fair and Oregon Trail Pro Rodeo Queen Bobbie Rankin crowned this year's court. Queen Tracy Rankin and Princesses Rachel Faber and Salli McElligott. The program, "1900- 2000...Then & Now," was narrated and the music provided by Ed Dailey, singer and DJ with KORD Radio. A video o f the past 100 years was created by the Town & Country Committee and Tom Rawlins and presented by the Chamber o f Commerce with assistance from the Port o f Morrow, the Morrow County Museum, the Gazette-Times and others who loaned photographs. A gem was donated by Peterson's Jewelers. The Hepprter High School senior class served and cleared tables and the Heppner Garden Club provided table decorations. Master o f ceremonies was Larry Mills. Social hour was hosted by the Morrow County Grain Growers. Chamber of Commerce board members (left to right) Tom Sly, Jerry Breazeaie, David Sykes, Chris Meyer, Sharon Harrison, Tricia Sweeney and Barbara Hayes are installed during the Chamber luncheon last Tuesday. Jan 11 H w - fillln llfh ''~ hffir T ig Jp w \ \ V liy ^ ^ iS im / By D elpha Jones 1 .exmgton Grange met on Mon- Jay evening for their regular meet- mg • he evening started with a pancake supper prepared and served by the men. R ' m I f if * 1 1 w B I w f 1 he business meeting began at MM 'J e t * | N« ' A d w W ffjS B J p U j H i flH B H H H B JW T ■ 4' j M b s I j M P 1 I 1 * Arts and Crafts Club to meet SALE cup T a m C I i i / I a (4\ P l A i a r l Í A U m a B a c en rl T a i « Tom Rawlins with the opportunity to learn about "math open-ended problem solving" on Thursday, January 27. The evening will begin at 7 p.m. in the elementary library with a group presentation by HES Principal Phyllis Danielson and teacher Linda Shaw. At that time everyone will be looking at the state standards for math open ended problem solving. Following will be three-30- minute focus groups provided for parents. One presentation is planned for grades kindergarten- one-two; one for the benchmark years o f grades three and five; and one for off-year benchmark assessments o f grades four and six. Since there is only time for a parent to attend an individual session, the school suggests that if families have more than one child in school, perhaps one parent could go to the Parents o f Heppner Elementary School students will be provided P IC K U P S 1991 Chevrolet K20, 3 /4 ton, 4x4 1989 Chevrolet K10, 1/2 ton, 4x4 short box 1982 Chevrolet K20, 3 /4 ton. 4x4, 6.2 diesel 1990 Ford FI50. 1/2 ton. 4x4, canopy 1995 Ford FI50. 1/2 ton. 2WD 1997 Dodge, extra cab, 1/2 ton. 4x4 1998 Chevrolet K20. ext. cab. 3 /4 ton. 4x4 SHOW HER Y O U ’ LL LOVE HER 1996 GMC Jimmy, 4x4, 4-door 1990 Ford Bronco, 4x4 1995 Chevrolet Blazer. 4-door, 4x4 2-1997 Chevrolet Blazer. 4-door. 4x4 1995 Jeep Cherokee. 4-door, 4x4 1997 Ford Explorer, 4-door. 4x4, AWD 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada. 4x4. AWD 1998 Chevrolet Blazer. 4-door. 4x4 1995 Isuzu Rodeo LS. 4-door. 4x4 1995 Chevrolet Tahoe. 4-door. 4x4 1997 Chevrolet Blazer. 2-door, 4x4 FOR THE NEXT THOUSAND YEARS C hevrolet & O ldsm obile Fossil, OR • kindergarten-one-two session while the other parent goes to the three-five session. Packets o f information will be handed out in each focus group, with information regarding scoring guides, the five mathematical strands, sample problems, etc., for parents to have at home to aid them in helping their children with math. After the focus groups, those attending will meet back in the library for a closing time and refreshments. "This event for parents will help us take a big step together in helping our children be successful in math," said the HES staff. "We hope to see you on the 27th." We Print BUSINESS CARDS I H ep p n er G a zette-T im es Morrow County Health District is contemplating offering a Certified Nurses Aide class in the near future. If you are interested in participating in this class, please call Tammy at 676-2926. AaQnr Wright Chevrolet, Inc. 541 - 763-4175 VA/ A I FF Morrow County Creative Arts and Crafts Club will meet on Thursday, Jan. 27 at 1 p.m. at Cal’s Restaurant for lunch and a meeting. Workshops for this year will be discussed. The club requests old pictures o f local families involved in farm ing activities for the mural to be painted on the agriculture mu seum. Parents invited to math night at HES CARS 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue, 4-door 1999 Olsmobile Intrigue. 4-door 1998 Chevrolet Malibu LS, 4-door 1996 Chevrolet Lumlna LS. 4-doof- 1996 Olsmobile Ninety-Eight Elite, 4-door 1998 Chevrolet Camaro, coupe 1996 Chevrolet Camaro, coupe 1996 Chevrolet Monte Carlo 1996 Cadilla Deville Concours 1998 Chevrolet Cavalier Z24, coupe 1994 Oldsmobile D-88 LSS, 4-door ' J" held on the proicel voncem- mg a proposal that the Steens Mountains be made into aw ilder- I'his would do away with grazing lands and public building. Discussion was also held on 2000 Morrow County Fair and Oregon Trail Pro Rodeo Court (left to right) Princess Salli McElligott, Princess Rachel Faber, and Queen Tracy salmon and the fish hatcheries. Rankin. The need for more income was brought forward and the GWA meeting will be at Jean N elson’s home on Monday, Jan. 25 at 1:30 p.m. to discuss this and other is sues. Also discussed was land usage (Oregonians in Action). The Archie Padbergs invited all grangers to their 50th wedding anniversary to be held at the Epis copal parish hall. Pomona Grange will meet Sat urday, Jan. 22 at Willows Grange in lone at 10:30 a.m. The supper committee for Feb ruary will be Archie and Jeanette Padberg, and Cecil and Delpha Jq n e y r , . Recognition was recently given fltp i)eJph^,Jones, a long-tinje grange member, for the lifetime achievement award. 1999 Chamber President Bob Kahl passes the gavel to Incoming president Sharon Harrison at the annual chamber luncheon. A gam e co n cern in g N ew Year’s resolutions was enjoyed. Grange meets the third Mon day evening o f each month. Clean-Up ^ t e p In a n ? check, cu t g r e a t s e le c tic n c£ use? v eh icles! 7:30 p.m. with reports from the various committees. Discussion 800 - 336-0057 Herb Wright - Bill Maclnnes - Bill Maclnnes, Jr. I
