Heppner Gazette-Times, Heppner, Oregon Wednesday, July 22, 2015 - THREE Maryan L. McElligott Memorial Lindsay entertains at summer Scholarship Program announces reading with toe-tapping tall tales 2015-16 recipients Five Ione High School graduates have been named recipients of the 2015-16 Maryan L. McElligott Me- morial Scholarship. Recipi- ents are Charlette Burghard, a sophomore at Eastern Oregon University; Emily Holland, a sophomore at Carroll College in Montana; Stephen Holland, a senior at Linfield College in Oregon; Jo- Anna Pat- ton, a senior at Eastern Oregon University; Charlette and Tashina Burghard Rushlow, a junior at Eastern Oregon University. Each student will receive a $1,500 schol- arship for the upcoming school year. The Maryan L. McElli- gott Memorial Scholarship fund has awarded scholar- ships to Ione High School alumni each year since 1997. The scholarship is open to all college under- graduates, with a preference given to students in their sopho- more year or above. T h e fund was Emily Holland established in memory of Maryan McElligott, who passed away in 1993 after a battle with cancer. McEl- ligott was an energetic com- munity volunteer who was recognized in 1992 as the Morrow County Woman of the Year. She placed a high value on commu- nity involvement, includ- ing volunteering in the schools and the American Legion Auxiliary, as well as serving as a 20-year 4-H leader. An avid baker, she was well-known for her cakes and once taught cake-decorating classes through Blue Mountain Community College. Edu- cation was a very important part of her life; she and her husband, L.J. McElligott, raised eight children, all of whom graduated from Ione High School as well as college; five received graduate degrees. “ I t g i v e s u s JoAnna great plea- Patton sure to in- vest in the future of Ione’s youth,” said Vince McEl- ligott, the scholarship com- mittee chair and one of Mrs. McElligott’s three sons. “Scholarships are awarded to students who share and demonstrate my mother’s values, but may lack fi- nancial resources needed to pursue their dream of a college education.” The scholarship com- mittee is composed of Ione residents Monica Swanson, Linda LaRue and Anne Morter, as well as Mat- thew McElligott of North Powder, OR and Mr. McEl- ligott, of Houston, TX. The following criteria is used to select scholarship recipients: high academic achievement; demonstrated character; community, family and school in- volvement; and finan- cial need. T h e Stephen McElligott Holland family ini- tially set up the endowment fund in 1994, and it is ad- ministered by the Oregon Community Foundation in Portland. The Maryan L. McElli- gott Memorial Scholarship fund makes annual awards to graduates of Ione High School who are enrolled or will be enrolled in a full- time undergraduate course of study at any accredited post-secondary institution, including out-of-state institutions. Applicants, including McElligott scholarship Tashina recipients, Rushlow may reap- ply each year as long as they meet the eligibility requirements. Applica- tions are available through the Oregon Student Access Commission at http://www. oregonstudentaid.gov/. Annual 4-H horse show Saturday Morrow County’s an- nual 4-H horse show will be held this Saturday, July 25, beginning at 7:30 a.m. at the Morrow County Fair- grounds. The public is invited to attend and support local 4-H horse project members during the show, which is traditionally held every year before the kickoff of the Morrow County Fair and Rodeo. Morning classes will take place in the Wilkinson Arena and include Western Skweez the Weezle at Music in the Parks Monday, July 27, start- ing at 7 p.m. at the Board- man Marina Park, Music in the Parks will bring back perennial favorite Skweez the Weezle. Skweez the Weezle was formed by David Lanigan in March 1999 to play Celtic instrumental music ranging from slow airs to driving jibs and reels. Songs from the Celtic lands have been added throughout the years. This band includes a mix of traditional, modern and original tunes and songs from Highland to Lowland Scotland, Ireland, Wales, Cape Breton and the USA. All performances are free; funding is provided by Morrow County Uni- fied Recreation District and Portland General Electric. To reach Boardman Marina Park from I-84, take exit 164 and turn north toward the river on Main St. Con- tinue north about one-half mile and turn left on Marine Drive. DEADLINE: Mondays at 5 p.m. Equitation, Bareback Equi- tation and Showmanship. In the afternoon, par- ticipants will move to the rodeo arena for Trail Horse and all gaming events. Questions, call 541- 676-9642. Joint wheat meeting in Boardman The Oregon Wheat Foundation, Oregon Wheat Growers League and Or- egon Wheat Commission will hold a joint meeting at the Port of Morrow, 2 Marine Drive, Boardman on Aug. 3 from 9-11 a.m. to discuss the purchase of land near Columbia Basin Agricultural Research Cen- ter for use in crop research. The public is welcome. Questions, contact either the Oregon Wheat Growers League or Oregon Wheat Commission office. Ione Public Library’s Summer Reading participants were entertained by local man Joe Lindsay at the Ione City Park last Tuesday, July 14. Children and adults alike participated in Lindsay’s American folklore/tall tale songs. He also challenged everyone with his tongue-twister songs that involved Scottish and Irish folklore. A big hit was Paul Bunyan and Babe the Blue Ox, as well as Rattlesnake Rod. –Contributed photo A ‘Battle of the Bands’ at Tri-County 4-H camp The 2015 “Battle of the Bands” 4-H Camp was hailed as a success by camp organizers and volunteers. From June 17-21, 29 counselors and 65 campers, along with adult staff, camp cooks, nurses and volun- teers hailing from Morrow, Gilliam and Wheeler coun- ties, gathered at Cutsforth Park for a fun-filled week. “ S u r p r i s i n g l y, t h e weather was great this year and we saw no rain during the four-day outdoor camp. Everyone was very thank- ful.” said 4-H Extension Agent Ashley Jones. This year a variety of classes was offered, includ- ing active games and sports training by Joe Colby; ani- mal track print making by the ODFW (Oregon Dept. of Fish and Wildlife) Heppner staff of Melody Henderson, Steve Cherry and Travis Schultz; and bucket drumming by Ione school music teacher Jor- dan Bemrose-Rust. “We had a great group of crafts available this year, including paper airplanes from the Ukiah Commu- nity 4-H Club, Ted, Laura and Quinton Orr; rocking microphones and the ever- popular nail polish station taught by camp counsel- ors; band-themed paper crafts taught by Gilliam County 4-H Leader Kathy Street; and robotics taught by Gilliam County 4-H Leader Scott Maley,” added Jones. “Wheeler County 4-H Leader Debbie Bunch from the Wheeler SWCD brought her stream table up for an educational piece on watershed health.” Aside from thos ac- 4-H camp participants (L-R) Leah Steward from Gilliam County and Morrow County campers Serenity Rodriguez, Eva Martin and Ola Rietmann show off their animal track prints. –Contributed photo tivities, outdoor activities like capture the flag and multiple “get acquainted” games kept everyone busy in the warm sunshine. The yearly hike includ- ed two separate trails, and activities were offered for each, with one hike activity, taught by Morrow County Sherriff ’s Deputy Scott Carter, teaching campers and counselors how to build an outdoor shelter. The other trail was the traditional hike to the top of Little Baldy Mountain with guest speaker assistance from Jason Miller. One evening was capped off with the launch- ing of dreamboats onto the pond, followed by the an- nual camp dance. Family and friends had the chance to view closing ceremonies with the parade of tent “band album covers” and an award ceremony. Volunteers, instructors and helpers who made the camp possible included Lori Matheson-camp nurse; Mary Reser and Sabrina Waggoner – camp cooks; Andrea Fletcher – chaper- one, night patrol, hike help and transportation; Kim Carter – chaperone and kitchen help; Scott Carter and Jason Miller – hike speakers; Kathy Street, Scott Maley, and Ted, Laura and Quinton Orr – activity help; Debbie Bunch – hike help, chaperone, night pa- trol and craft station; Joe Colby, Melody Henderson, Steve Cherry, Travis Schul- tz and Jordan Bemrose- Rust – class instructors; and Sandi Richardson – camp host at Cutsforth Park. “And of course, 4-H camp is not possible with- out the excellent help and dedication that we have from our 4-H camp coun- selors,” said Jones. “This year we had an outstanding group of young people who were ready to work hard, had great attitudes during the entire camp, and re- ally formed a cohesive and strong leadership team.” Morrow County Coun- selors were Emily Taylor, Morgan Orem, Madison Haselbusch, Erica Nelson, Alex Lindsay, Kolby Cur- rin, Kane Sweeney, Aus- tin Carter, Kevin Murray, Tim Gould and Ian Meak- ins. Also at the camp were three “counselors in train- ing”: Tyler Carter, Gibson McCurry and and Keegan Gibbs. “These young peo- ple take time away from work, sports or other family events to attend counselor trainings and then camp itself,” Jones concluded. “They are invaluable to the program and we thank them for all of their hard work and help.” N e x t y e a r ’s c a m p theme was voted on by the campers. The 2016 Tri- County 4-H Camp will be college-themed. For more information on how to participate in 4-H or to attend 4-H camp, con- tact the Morrow County Ex- tension Office at 541-676- 9642, visit the website, and follow them on Facebook and Instagram at Morrow County 4-H Oregon. Murray's Bridal Registry Laurie Murray & Sean Wood Wedding - September 5 STORE HOURS- MON – FRI 7:00 A.M. – 6 P.M. SATURDAY 8 A.M. – 6 P.M. PHARMACY HOURS: 9 A.M. – 6 P.M. MON-FRI Murray's Drug, 217 N. Main, Heppner • Phone 676-9158 ALL NEWS AND ADVERTISEMENT DEADLINE: MONDAYS AT 5:00 P.M.