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FOUR - Heppner Gazette-Times, Heppner, Oregon Wednesday, February 27, 2019 Mustang boys’ basketball season ends The Heppner Mustang boys’ basketball team saw their season come to an end in the first round of the OSAA 2A State Basketball Championships. The Mus- tangs lost to the Kennedy Trojans 56-38 in front of a standing room only crowd in the Heppner High School gymnasium. The gym was filled with excitement and the student cheering section was loud the entire evening. The teams traded baskets and they played well in the first quarter. When the quarter came to an end the Mustangs led by the score of 11-10. The second quarter was played as well and as close as the first. Kennedy out- scored the Mustangs by one point and the game was tied at halftime 20-20. The Trojans came out after halftime and took control of the game. Their relentless defensive pres- sure took its toll on the Mustangs. Kennedy out- scored Heppner 16-3 in the quarter and led after three periods 36-23. Heppner rallied in the fourth quarter and played much better, but they couldn’t get any closer on the scoreboard. Kennedy won the contest by the score of 56-38. Tyler Carter led the Mustangs in scoring with 14. He also had six re- bounds and a steal. Dakota Howard had nine points, three rebounds and one as- sist. Trent Smith scored sev- en points, had an assist and a steal in the game. Scoring two points each were Cason Mitchell, Gibson McCurry, Derek Howard and Ma- son Lehman. Mitchell also had four rebounds and a steal while McCurry con- tributed two rebounds and blocked a shot. Lehman also had seven rebounds in the game for the Mustangs. Logan Burright had four rebounds and two assists, Justin McAninch recorded two rebounds and had an assist while Hunter Nich- ols had one assist and one blocked shot. This year’s team fin- ished an outstanding sea- son with a 18-8 overall record. They were 11-1 in conference play and were the Blue Mountain Confer- ence Champions. They then went on and won the BMC District Championship at the Pendleton Convention Center. The team will lose 11 players to graduation this year. The seniors are Ty- ler Carter, Hunter Nich- Four community hear- ings will be hosted by the Joint Committee on Carbon Reduction in the coming weeks across Oregon to hear constituent testimony on the proposed cap and trade legislation (HB 2020). Recent studies indicate that the cap and trade pro- gram under consideration will have a significant im- pact on local communi- ties. Both fuel and natural gas prices are projected to increase, fuel prices are estimated to rise 16 cents per gallon just in the first year and natural gas is es- timated to increase by over 50 percent. According to Rep. Greg Cason Mitchell (3) shoots for the basket while Justin McAninch (23) blocks the opponent and Tyler Carter (0) prepares to assist. ols, Reno Ferguson, Cason Mitchell, Keegan Gibbs, Trent Smith, Dakota How- ard, Gibson McCurry, Justin McAninch, Logan Burright and Derek Howard. They will certainly be missed by the Mustang basketball program. The Morrow County Sheriff’s Office has released the following information: -MCSO received a re- port on Washington Ln that her three dogs are missing. No collars on any of them. -MCSO received a report on NW Water St of adult male with health problems. -MCSO received a re- port at residence on Brace Rd that there are vehicles going onto the property that are not supposed to be there. Jose Antonio Alfaro Garcia was issued citation for no ops, driving unin- sured. Under investigation. -MCSO received a re- port on I 84 E that a grey Dodge pickup is tailgating and shining a light at RP. -MCSO received a re- port at residence on Brace Rd that something was thrown at his vehicle. -MCSO received a re- port on SE Division St that her 13 year old son just assaulted her 12 year old child. -MCSO received a re- port on E Willow St that a strange male was outside the café and attempted to approach her. She didn’t know who it was and safe- ly locked herself in the store and stayed on the non-emergent line until he was gone and she was safely in her vehicle. December 3: Morrow County Sheriff ’s Office received a report on W Seventh Rd that there is a subject on the far end of their property, over by well. Made contact with RP and subjects. They were invited on to the property by a legal resident. Advised they are not trespassing. -MCSO received a re- port on W Hwy 730 that RP hit a deer on her way to work. Would like phone contact from a deputy in case she needs to file a re- port for insurance purposes. Referred to other agency. -MCSO received a re- port of a death on Bombing Range Rd. Report taken. -MCSO received a re- port at Java Junkies on E Why 730 that a four year old child came across the Hwy to Java Junkies. They have the child there Smith, it is important that the legislature hear from those who will be impacted personally by the passing of the cap and trade. The closest hearing to District 57 will be held Fri- day, March 1 at The Dalles Civic Auditorium, 323 E 4 th St, The Dalles, OR from noon to 3 p.m. Those unable to attend are encouraged to share their comments via email to jccr.exhibits@ oregonlegislature.gov to be entered into the record. For additional information or concerns, Rep. Greg Smith can be reached at 503-986- 1457 or Rep.GregSmith@ oregonlegislature.gov. Library district has open positions Sheriff’s Report December 1: Morrow County Sheriff ’s Office received a report at Sinclair Station on W Main St that an intoxicated female left heading towards Heppner driving a black Dodge 4 door diesel pickup, older model. -MCSO received a re- port at SE California Ave/ SE Division St that two dogs are loose near this area, states they are vicious. Unable to locate. -MCSO received a re- port on SE Utah Ave that there are two pickups in the turkey shoots. Unfounded. -MCSO received a re- port on NW Riverside Ave that subject in a white Scion with WA plates is driving intoxicated. Female drove up on a curb then headed into town. Heidi Lynn Craft was arrested by MCSO by DUII, reckless driving and resisting arrest. Subject was lodged at UCJ with bail of $15,000. Vehicle was im- pounded by Bert’s Towing. -MCSO received a re- port on Hwy 74 of a de- ceased deer on the side of the road. Referred to other agency. -MCSO received a re- port at SE Thirteenth Pl, Irrigon of lights on at a residence when no one is usually there. Individual there is a new tenant. -MCSO received a re- port at Wilson Rd Trailer Park on Wilson Rd SW that female threatened male with knife. No crime com- mitted. December 2: Morrow County Sheriff ’s Office received a report on SE Skyline Rd that his two black dogs went missing yesterday morning. -MCSO received a re- port at N First St/Columbia River that there are two suspicious males and their vehicle down by the river access. They did not look like hunters and were acting strange. Unable to locate. -MCSO received a re- port at Sub Zero Motel on S First St that some items of hers were stolen sometime last night. Under investi- gation. Hearings regarding Cap and Trade to be held wrapped up in a blanket. -MCSO received a re- port on Prickly Pear Ln that he is missing a marima sheep dog, just a hair small- er than a great Pyrenees. -MCSO received a re- port that James David Town was arrested on MCCC warrant. Lodged at UCJ. -MCSO received a re- port on I 84 E that a tan Toyota is all over the road, 100 plus and braking for no reason. Unable to locate. -MCSO received a re- port at 19B on Hwy 207 Echo that there is hay in the lane of travel. Referred to other agency. -MCSO received a re- port on E Hwy 730 that there are some hay bales in the roadway. -MCSO received a re- port at Knapp St/SE Di- vision St that there is a white Dodge Dakota that is speeding. -MCSO received a re- port at NE Seventh St/NE Washington Ave of a sui- cidal female assault victim. Advised that she wanted to commit suicide and didn’t want to be found. Jasmine Fay Manning was arrested by MCSO for Assault IV- DV, lodged at UCJ, bail of $10,000. -MCSO received a re- port on SE Utah Ave that a pickup with a canopy or a car was stuck in the turkey shoot between SE Utah and SE California in Irrigon. Unable to locate. -MCSO received a re- port at Love’s Travel Stop on Tower Rd that they had a minor fender bender. Dep- uty made contact and gave drivers the incident number in case they need it for a report. -MCSO received a re- port on Brace Rd that RP would like subject tres- passed from his property. -MCSO received a re- port on Columbia Ln that their car was stolen and they are currently in Neva- da. RP said their neighbor called and told them that it happened sometime today. -MCSO received a re- port on SE Court St that 87 year old male had low blood sugar. Patient refusal. ALL NEWS AND ADVERTISEMENT DEADLINE: MONDAYS AT 5:00 P.M. December 4: Morrow County Sheriff ’s Office received a report on W Seventh St that they have a brown Chevy Astro van, no tags/plates that has been there for an hour or so. They have had problems with people stealing things from their property in the past. Clear, nothing criminal. -MCSO received a re- port on I 84 E that a grain trailer fell off from a truck. No truck or persons around. Trailer is in the slow lane near the guard rail. -MCSO received a re- port on Miller Rd that there is a vehicle wrecked behind her motor home. -MCSO received a re- port on Washington Ln that her son-in-law and landlord just advised her that some- one is going to be moving in with her, she doesn’t want the subjects moving in and would like to know her options. -MCSO received a re- port at Irrigon Shell Station on E Hwy 730 that persons are moving back and forth between here and Sub Zero. Employees would like them trespassed as the manager is out of town after having tagged the vehicle for tow. -MCSO received a re- port on W Main St that RP would like to have a male subject trespassed from her property. He just came into the office and was talking about cutting her tree down. Tree is on her property but parts of it do hang over the property line. -MCSO received a re- port on I 84 W that a huge oversized load semi is do- ing 75+, straddling the cen- ter line and pushing semis onto the shoulder. -MCSO received a re- The Oregon Trail Li- brary District needs to fill two open positions in the May 21, 2019 special dis- trict election. Those inter- ested in running for the positions are required to file a filing of candidacy for special district nomina- tion form with the Morrow County clerk no later than March 21 at 5 p.m. Both positions are four- year terms. Petitions are available at the Morrow County clerk’s office or on the Oregon Secretary of State website at https:// sos.oregon.gov/elections/ pages/electionforms.aspx. A $10 filing fee or 25 sig- natures of eligible voters in the district are required. The Oregon Trail Li- brary District includes li- brary branches in Board- man, Heppner and Irrigon. The board meets monthly on the third Wednesday at 6:30 p.m., rotating between the three branches. For additional information con- tact library director Kathy Street at 541-481-3365. Prayer team to meet The Heppner Prayer Team will meet Wednesday, Mar. 6 at 5:30 p.m. at the Heppner SDA Church. The topic will be Need of Spiritual Revival and the community prayer focus will be the staff of the local US Forest Service office. For additional information, contact Wendy Bleth at 509-540-8800. Bed Race scheduled The Bed Race competi- tion will be held again this year during the St. Patrick’s celebration on Saturday, Mar. 16 beginning at 11:15 a.m. The event will begin between Heppner Market Fresh and the senior center, immediately following the Leprechaun Run. Teams consist of four people, three pushing and one riding and will begin at the Shamrock and end at the Shamrock. The event is timed, and all team mem- bers must cross the finish line to stop the clock. The rider must remain on the bed and lying down the entire time. Teams are encouraged to dress up and the two best dressed team will receive prizes. Winners will be an- nounced during the parade at 1 p.m. Entry forms and waiv- ers are required and must be received at the chamber office no later than Mar. 8. There is no cost to enter. For additional informa- tion contact the Heppner Chamber at 541-676-5536 or email heppnerchamber@ centurytel.net. port on SE Kristen Dr a male and female are trying to break in the door. -MCSO received a report at Cutsforth Park on Willow Creek Rd that residents that live behind Cutsforth Park keep leaving the gate open. RP requests that the next time a deputy goes to that residence to ask them to keep it closed. -MCSO received a re- port on Steagall Rd that subject just came up behind him and hit him in the back of the head. -MCSO received a re- port at St Patrick’s senior center on N Main St that RP was decorating the tree on Saturday, left his phone on the piano, came back and it was gone. He advised that he has a person in mind that he believes may have taken it. -MCSO received a re- port on Wagon Wheel Loop that a stray lab mix male dog is limping on its leg with an injury to the bone. Unable to locate. -MCSO received a re- port at St. Patrick’s senior center on N Main St that a male told the building manager that a female is ha- rassing him and constantly knocking on his door. He would like the female tres- passed from his residence. -Continued on PAGE FIVE Family Hunt Club Looking for Big Game Land Wildlife Development Association (WDA), a hunting club which is over 40 years old, is seeking to expand its leased big game hunting areas by 10,000+/- acres. WDA is known for promoting the highest standard of hunting ethics, hunter safety and family hunting. Using club volunteers we hold annual work parties on leased proper- ties working on projects directed by the property owner (fence and gate repair, road improvement, vegetation removal, etc.). We do projects to improve hunting, such as “No Trespassing” signage, and Predator Con- trol program. References are available upon request. If you have land to lease please contact: Wildlife Development Association Jason Slangan, President(503) 927-5643