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County and HCHD peace talks Fowler in the CTE spotlight
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How to set future meet-
ings
Kilkenny proposed the
idea of conducting weekly
meetings to ensure suffi-
cient time for discussing
all the terms. Sykes asked
to circle back to a topic
about meeting minutes and
the procedure for making
decisions of substance,
suggesting that there should
be separate votes on dif-
ferent matters. Eventually,
it was decided that a vote
would be held only if both
sides agreed, and the results
would be documented in the
minutes rather than being
conveyed verbally.
To maintain equal rep-
resentation, they reached
an agreement to hold open
public meetings in both
the northern and southern
regions and in locations fa-
vorable to both sides. Addi-
tionally, it was unanimously
decided to set a minimum
of one meeting per week,
allowing for regular discus-
sions. They emphasized the
importance of flexibility,
expressing their willing-
ness to schedule additional
meetings if there is a need
to convene quickly.
To ensure compliance
with the legal framework,
they stated that meetings
will strictly adhere to the
law, and appropriate notice
will be given whenever
there is an emergency or
special meeting.
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As the meeting ended,
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thoughts, Murray took the
opportunity to express ap-
preciation for the chance
to gather, communicate,
and set goals for the up-
coming meetings. Murray
then brought up the idea
of having a preview of the
goals for the meeting, even
if it could be shared a day
in advance. He believed
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for each participant to have
some time to think about the
goals and come prepared.
Sykes agreed, empha-
sizing the importance of
having everyone’s goals
documented and readi-
ly available. He assured
everyone that the county
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finalize and circulate the
goals as soon as possible.
During the meeting, it
was revealed that Sykes,
Murray and Kilkenny had
organized this meeting.
This development seems to
be a positive indication of
the willingness of both par-
ties to collaborate to resolve
the ongoing dispute regard-
ing the ambulance service.
However, it remains to be
seen whether both sides
will follow through with the
concessions agreed upon
during the meeting. The
future will determine if they
can successfully implement
the proposed resolutions.
The next meeting took
place on Tuesday February
13th at the Port of Morrow.
MCWG elect Jake
Lindsay as New
President
Dave Fowler, CTE Manu-
facturing teacher at Hep-
pner Jr/Sr High School and
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community was selected for
spotlight as part of the Na-
tional CTE month in Febru-
ary, IMESD is highlighting
educators who work in
Career Technical Educa-
tion in Eastern Oregon.
Currently serving as a CTE
Manufacturing Teacher at
Heppner Jr/Sr High School
and District CTE Director
at Morrow County School
District, Fowler is active-
ly involved in promoting
CTE during National CTE
Month in February.
Fowler’s primary focus
lies in teaching Manufac-
turing and Pre-Engineering
to students. His classes
provide hands-on experi-
ences where students uti-
lize computer software,
hand tools, power tools,
and state-of-the-art CNC
equipment. From laser en-
gravers to 3D printers, CNC
plasma cutters to CNC ma-
chining, his students gain
valuable skills in a variety
of manufacturing process-
es. Fowler’s CTE program
encompasses various areas
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ing, Metals Manufacturing,
robotics, aerospace, and
digital design.
As the end of the 23-
24 school year approaches,
Fowler and his colleagues
are determined to amplify
their school’s CTE focus
on Manufacturing. Specif-
ically, they aim to enhance
their students’ proficien-
cy in Digital Design and
Production, which are key
components of modern
manufacturing industries.
The impact of CTE
work at Heppner Jr/Sr High
School is palpable. Fowl-
er’s students are actively
engaged in designing and
producing their own cre-
ations using industry-like
equipment. By providing a
hands-on approach to learn-
ing, the CTE program en-
sures that students develop
practical skills that prepare
them for future careers in
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often goes unnoticed is the
presence and importance
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crucial role in every CTE
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as the CTSO, providing
students with a platform to
apply the skills they acquire
in class through regional,
state, and national compe-
titions. This participation
in extracurricular activities
further enhances students’
real-world experiences and
fosters their growth as fu-
ture professionals in the
manufacturing industry.
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Month primarily focuses
on recognizing the accom-
plishments of CTE edu-
cators like Dave Fowler,
it also sheds light on the
immense impact of CTE
programs in schools. Fowl-
er’s dedication and passion
for developing students’
skills in Manufacturing and
Pre-Engineering exemplify
the transformative potential
of CTE in Eastern Oregon’s
educational landscape.
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parties to serve
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Oregon Wheat Growers League, Amanda Hoey (left) and
Oregon Wheat Growers League Vice President, Erin Heide-
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for their annual meeting on
February 8th at the Morrow
County Grain Growers con-
ference room, where mem-
bers gathered to discuss
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local wheat production. The
meeting saw the election
of Jake Lindsay as the new
county president, succeed-
ing Erin Heideman.
Jake Lindsay, Turner
Ranches, brings a legacy
of experience and a grow-
ing understanding of the
challenges and opportuni-
ties facing wheat growers
in Morrow County. Lind-
say expressed gratitude for
the opportunity to serve
as president and empha-
sized his commitment to
advancing the interests of
local wheat growers. For
more information about
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ers League and upcoming
events, please visit www.
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The Heppner Cemetery
Maintenance District will
hold their monthly meeting
on Tuesday, February 20,
2024. The regular meeting
will be held at 5:15 p.m.
Agenda items include min-
utes of previous meeting,
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Operations. The meeting
will be held at the Ag Ser-
vice Building conference
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Cemetery Maintenance
District are open to the
public according to ORS
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contact Janet Greenup at
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sports events
On Friday the 16 th 1A
varsity girls’ basketball
team will play against Sher-
man County at 6pm in Ar-
lington in the first round
of playoffs for districts.
Saturday the 17 th the 1A
girls’ basketball will travel
to the Dalles for the Big
Sky District Championship,
who they will play against
and what time is to be de-
termined.
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Morrow County Board
of Commissioners are seek-
ing three interested parties
to serve on the Morrow
County Forestland Clas-
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ORS 526.310, of the three
community members to
be appointed; at least one
member must be an own-
er of forestland or the rep-
resentative of an owner
of forestland, at least one
member must be an owner
of grazing land or the rep-
resentative of an owner of
grazing land. Forestland
is land defined in ORS
526.005 that lies within an
Oregon Department of For-
estry Fire Protection Dis-
trict within Morrow Coun-
ty. Grazing land is land
defined in ORS 526.324
that lies within an Oregon
Department of Forestry Fire
Protection District within
Morrow County. Interested
members will be appointed
to a four-year term and may
be reappointed to any num-
ber of terms.
Letters of interest must
be received by Monday,
February 19. Please sub-
mit letters to Valerie Bal-
lard, vballard@co.morrow.
or.us or by regular mail,
Morrow County Board of
Commissioners, P.O. Box
788, Heppner, OR 97836.
JV girls go undefeated
The Heppner JV girls
basketball team ended their
season at home on Febru-
ary 8th against Stanfield
with a 38-23 victory. They
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perfect 16-0 record. Thir-
teen girls shared playing
time all season, as there was
not an organized C-team for
Heppner. A portion of the
girls did play a Pendleton
team for three more wins.
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was not an easy win. Stan-
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big win 38-23.
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Teagan Kelton: 2, Hailey
McDaniels: 11, Zaleta Mas-
terson: 12, Healy Hisler:
2, Clair Lindsay: 4, Maya
Payne: 4, Olivia Ogden: 3.
Also contributing in other
skill areas are: Isabelle Og-
den, Avree Lathrop, Brook-
lyn Hendricks, Ashli Pallus,
and Jules Archer. Riley Ar-
cher sat out with an injury.
This season comes to
an end, on a high note and
with lots of wins. However,
not having a C-team de-
nied the girls of court time.
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Hisler, Riley Archer, Maya
Payne, Zaleta Masterson,
and Avree Lathrop.
Russ Nichols has been
the mentor and coach of the
JV team for many seasons,
and Kacee Lathrop has been
guiding this year’s young
squad since they were in
the fourth grade. She has
invested a lot of energy and
dedication with this amaz-
ing group of girls.
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Saturday - Corn Chowder w/ a quesadilla
Monday - Chicken Bacon Ranch Burger w/ jojos
Tuesday - Taco Salads
Tuesday Night - 6-9pm $2 hard shell tacos
Wednesday - Spaghetti & meatballs w/ salad &
breadstick
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for the upcoming events!
February 8th Ladies Night 6:00pm
Taco Bar prepared by Regi Lazinka
February 11th 1pm Super Bowl Party Bring
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ER Corey Sweeney and wife Brandi Ladies Tea
2pm, Lodge 4 pm dinner at 6pm
March 7th Old Timers Night 6pm
Dinner prepared by Kim Coil
March 16th St. Patricks Celebration Corn Beef
and Cabbage Dinner at 5pm
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Good Luck at District - Heppner
Girls and Boys Basketball teams!
Boys - February 16, 2:45 pm VS Grant Union
Girls - February 16, 6:00 pm VS Irrigon
Coach Ken Grieb, Cameron Proudfoot, Caleb George,
Marty Medina, Tripp Stewart, Thomas Bales, Mason Orem,
Landon Mitchell, Keaton Coiner, Logan Turner,
Caylan Proudfoot, Caden George, Jackson Coiner,
Alakae Rodriguez, Coach Jeromy Rosenbaum
124 N. MAIN STREET
HEPPNER OR (541) 676-9481
Coach Rob Wilson, Hadlie Nation, Arianna Worden, Healy
Hisler, Avery Lathrop, Katie Spivey, Hallee Hisler, Ava
Gerry, Riley Archer, Kadie Henrichs, Zaleta Masterson
Maya Payne, Morgan Cutsforth, Delaney Stefani, Lily
Nichols, Coach Russ Nichols