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Heppner Gazette-Times, Heppner, Oregon Wednesday, March 3, 2021 -- SEVEN Sheriff addresses vacancies within the department Message from Sheriff Matlack: I wanted to pass on to Morrow County residents information concerning questions about the recent number of Morrow County deputies moving on from the Morrow County Sher- iff’s Office. There are a variety of reasons why people choose to move on. There are times when family circumstances oc- cur when it may be in the best interest of the family to make a move to another location. Our agency is small and career oppor- tunities are limited. It has been my belief since I was elected sheriff that it is my responsibility to select and promote employees who are in my judgment the best fit for the position and it is not based on how long you have worked for the Sher- iff’s Office. There was a re- cent Sheriff’s election, and several employees made the decision to support my opponent for their own rea- sons. Upon the re-election to my 5 th term, a few of the deputies decided to resign. I understand that peo- ple for a variety of reasons become unhappy with their current employment and decide to leave. I wish them success and happiness in February weather A View from the Hill colder than normal whatever career choices they make. It is a blessing to love your work and to be happy where are employed. My goal continues to be to find qualified people who want to live and work at the Morrow County Sheriff’s Office. Our mission is to provide public safety, en- hance the livability of Mor- row County and show the care and concern we have for the people we serve. “Going the Extra Mile” for all the people we serve is more than a campaign slo- gan. It is a heartfelt believe that we live by. We try our best to hire people with the right temperament and personality to be successful and to show people we want to serve and protect them. I have tried very hard to show our communities by our actions and deeds that we are there for them. It is also my strong believe that the people are my boss and elections are the times when I get my report card. The people honored me by re- election, and I am very hon- ored by their support. We are currently in the process of filling our vacancies with some very good candidates. Thank you again for your support as we go forward serving and protecting you. Sheriff Ken Matlack According to prelim- inary data received by NOAA’s National Weath- er Service in Pendleton, temperatures at Heppner averaged colder than nor- mal during the month of February. The average tempera- ture was 35.1 degrees which was 2.7 degrees below nor- mal. High temperatures averaged 42.4 degrees, which was 5.0 degrees be- low normal. The highest was 64 degrees on the 2 nd . Low temperatures averaged 27.9 degrees, which was 0.3 degrees below normal. The lowest was 11 degrees, on the 13 th . There were 17 days with the low temperature below 32 degrees. There were four days when the high temperature stayed below 32 degrees. Precipitation totaled 1.70 inches during Febru- ary, which was 0.58 inches above normal. Measurable precipitation, at least .01 inch, was received on 11 days with the heaviest, 0.50 inches reported on the 13 th . Precipitation this year has reached 2.66 inches, which is 0.07 inches above normal. Since October, the water year precipitation at Heppner has been 6.14 inches, which is 0.51 inches below normal. Snowfall totaled 17 inches with at least one inch of snow reported on five days. The heaviest snowfall was 6.0 inches reported on the 13 th . The greatest depth of snow on the ground was 12 inches on the 15 th . The outlook for March from NOAA’s Climate Pre- diction Center calls for below normal temperatures and near normal precipita- tion. Normal highs for Hep- pner rise from 51.0 degrees at the start of March to 58.0 degrees at the end of March. Normal lows rise from 30.0 degrees to 36.0 degrees. The 30-year normal precip- itation is 1.52 inches. DEADLINE: MONDAYS AT 5PM By Doris Brosnan March, the messen- ger of spring, began on “World Compliment Day,” which may have served as a harbinger of the month’s fullness of special days. Such days can serve to stimulate conversations and curiosity for more in- formation, viewed by many as worthwhile uses of time especially during these days restricting activities. Each day of this week features a special day of recognition: On Tuesday, recognition of the Peace Corps’ 1961 origin; today, the 1931 adoption of our National Anthem; Thurs- day, the anniversary of Peo- ple Magazine, first printed in 1974; Friday, dressing in blue to draw attention to the fight against colorectal cancer; Saturday, Dentist Day. Also, on Friday, the residents will begin work on an art craft with which to decorate their apartment doors for St. Patrick’s Day. Friday, however, will also be a birthday celebra- tion for Ray, who will be 90. His choice for lunch is ribs. Next week will note Monopoly’s 88 th birthday on the 7 th ; Barbie’s 62 nd birthday on Wednesday, which is also “False Teeth Day,” tracing back to 700 BC. Girl Scouts’ founding in 1912 is recognized on Friday, and Barbie’s friend Ken will be 60 on Saturday, the same day that the 1887 origin of earmuffs will be noted. As “Spring Forward Day” falls on the 14 th and everyone resets clocks, bat- teries at the Terrace will be Clog Free Guaranteed! Guaranteed not to clog for as long as you own your home, or we will clean your gutters for free. Immediate Opening! Murray’s Country Rose floral department. Experience preferred but will train. Contact Ann or Stephanie for more information. 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The veterans at the Terrace will probably be great resources in the discussion on the 25 th , the “National Medal of Honor Day.” The week will also include work starting on the 26 th to create deco- rations for the apartments for Easter. March will end with the week that recognizes the importance of and apprecia- tion for our small local busi- nesses, on “National Mom and Pop Business-Owners Day” on the 29 th . “Doctors Day” on the 30 th will be an opportunity to thank our local medical staff for their considerate care. And the Radio Flyer little red wagon will be remembered on the 31 st , on its 51 st birthday. This month could also be an employment opportu- nity for a qualified individu- al as the yard-maintenance person at the Terrace. And opportunities also exist for individuals interested in joining the staff as a resi- dent care associate. More information is available by calling Administrator Nairns at 541-676-0004. 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