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COMMUNITY A4 • HERMISTONHERALD.COM WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 12, 2018 Campaign wraps up Christmas spirit By TAMMY MALGESINI Community Editor For people who are already tired of the hustle and bustle of the holiday season, help is available. As part of its “I Love My City” campaign, mem- bers of the Hermiston Assembly of God Church will wrap presents free of charge. There are no strings attached, said Rev. Terry Haight, the church’s senior pastor. In its third Christmas sea- son of offering the free ser- vice, Haight said people can bring their gifts down and have them wrapped. A num- ber of wrapping stations will be set up Saturday from 1-3 p.m. at Walmart, 1350 N. First St., Hermiston. The tables will be located out- side between the store’s main entrances. In addition, Haight said people can enjoy hot choc- olate and cookies. The church, he said, is not accepting donations for the effort. The Assembly of God Church started the “I Love My City” campaign in 2016 as a way to foster healing after the community was impacted by several trage- dies. They have been joined by other congregations and STAFF PHOTO BY TAMMY MALGESINI Thad Marti and Joey Munkers, Irrigon Fire Protection District volunteers, load gifts that were wrapped for free during a 2017 “I Love My City” project by the Hermiston Assembly of God Church. This year’s free event is Saturday at Walmart in Hermiston. continue to perform service projects and activities sev- eral times a year. “We’re doing it to be a blessing and to serve our city,” Haight said. “We’ve had people offer money but we say no. And we haven’t accepted anything like that.” During the colder months, Haight said it’s not really practical to do clean-up efforts or other outdoor projects. The gift-wrapping effort, he said, is a great way to reach out to help others during the busy holiday season. People are welcome to bring items from home or they can shop at the store and get them wrapped on their way out. Last year, Haight estimates they served are needed. Donations are tax-deductible. A nonprofit organization, Domestic Violence Ser- vices has served Umatilla and Morrow counties for more than 40 years. In addi- tion to shelters in Hermiston and Pendleton, it maintains a 24-hour crisis line (800- 833-1161), provides safety planning, life skills classes, support groups and other advocacy activities for vic- tims of domestic violence or sexual assault. For more information, contact 541-276-3322, vol- unteer@dvs-or.org or visit www.dvs-or.org. the annual Christmas dinner of the Columbia Grange. The free event is Sun- day at noon at the grange hall, 32339 Diagonal Blvd., Hermiston. The Grange will provide the main meal. Those attending are asked to bring salads or desserts to share. In addition to the meal, there will be donations to several local charities. For more information, call Doris at 541-567-8663 or Diane at 541-567-5922. approximately 70 families. “We’ve had people bring anywhere from two or three gifts to a whole Walmart cartful,” he said. “We don’t put a limit on it. And it doesn’t matter where the gifts come from, we’re going to wrap them.” One man, Haight said, was extremely grateful to have 70 presents wrapped last year. Also, after a group of Irrigon Fire Protection District volunteers pitched in to buy Christmas pres- ents for a young man in the community, firefighter Joey Munkers and Lt. Thad Marti went shopping at Walmart. The duo was thrilled to exit the store and find the free gift-wrapping service. The goal of the effort, Haight said, is to serve the community. He stressed that the project isn’t designed to “preach at” people. “If someone is in need of prayer as the gifts are being wrapped, we offer prayer and encouragement,” he said. “That kind of conver- sation only comes up organ- ically if they bring up a need beyond their gifts.” The church purchases needed supplies from Walmart to provide the service. Wrapping paper, bows and name tags are all included. BRIEFS Altrusa heads up warming station supply drive Altrusa International of Hermiston has volunteered to help coordinate a sup- ply drive for the Hermiston Warming Station. People are encouraged to place items in collec- tion boxes through Janu- ary. Collection sites include Shipping Solutions, Dance Unlimited, Old West Fed- eral Credit Union, Banner Bank and the Hermiston Chamber of Commerce. In addition, donations can be dropped off at the Herm- iston Warming Station Wednesdays from 3-6 p.m. and Saturdays from 1-3 p.m. at 1075 S. High- way 395. People are asked to drive around back and leave donations with a vol- unteer. Call 541-289-2150 to arrange another time. Needed items include household cleaning and paper products, beverages, laundry and dishwashing soap, foot powder, socks, hand/foot warmers. For a complete list, call the warming station or search Facebook. Also, checks can be mailed to Hermiston Warm- ing Station, P.O. Box 433, Hermiston, OR 97838. Domestic Violence Services shares wish list Domestic violence and sexual abuse don’t take a break during the holiday season. Domestic Violence Ser- vices maintains a “Wish List” on its website for cur- rent needs. In addition to financial donations, a vari- ety of household, personal hygiene and clothing items Health district hosts donation drive Families in need in Mor- row County can benefit from donations collected through the Morrow County Health District. The hospital as well as clinic, home health and Murray’s Drug locations are accepting items during the donation drive. Every- thing from non-perishable food items, new or gently used clothing and blankets to personal care and house- hold items, board games, and school and art supplies are being accepted. In addi- tion, used electronics and cell phones that work can be donated. Ask for a raffle ticket when dropping off dona- tions for a chance to win a gift basket, coffee shop gift card and more. For more information, call 541-676-2930. Columbia Grange cooks up Christmas dinner Wheatland accepts food donations A contest between Wheatland Insurance loca- tions throughout the region will benefit local people in need. They are holding a non-perishable food drive as a competition between each office. The food col- lected will be donated to local food banks for distri- bution. People are invited to drop off donations during regular business hours by Thursday, Dec. 20. An office is located at 455 E. Main St., in Hermiston. For more information, call 1-800-243-8918 or to find other Wheatland Insur- ance locations, visit www. wheatlandins.com. Umatilla Co. economic development grants available The Umatilla County Community & Economic Development is seek- ing applicants for its small grants program. Eligible businesses and nonprofit groups that oper- ate in Umatilla County are eligible to apply. The next quarterly grant application must be submitted by Dec. 19 at 5 p.m. For more infor- mation or to obtain a grant application, visit http:// umatillacounty.net/BCC/ grants.html. Submit applications to Gail Nelson, Economic Development, 216 S.E. Fourth St., Pendleton, OR 97801 or email to gail.nel- son@umatillacounty.net. For more informa- tion, contact Rosenberg at juner1942@gmail.com. Basket raffle benefits foster kids A handful of themed bas- kets are being raffled off as a fundraiser for the Foster Child Welfare Fund. Tickets, which are $1 each, are available from certifiers at local Depart- ment of Human Services offices. Money raised will help local foster children. The drawing will be held Thursday, Dec. 20 and the baskets will be delivered to the winners. The baskets include everything from board games and treats to house- hold items and gift certifi- cates. The themes include cars, movie, coffee, prin- cess party and winter. For more information, call Marvin at 541-564-4484 or Irma at 541-564-4493. Your Family Deserves The BEST Technology... Value... TV!... • Watch and record 16 shows at once • Get built-in Netflix and YouTube • Watch TV on your mobile devices Hopper upgrade fee $5/mo. 14 . 95 $ 190 Channels Subject to availability. Restrictions apply. Internet not provided by DISH and will be billed separately. 1-866-373-9175 Offer ends 11/14/18. Savings with 2 year price guarantee with AT120 starting at $59.99 compared to everyday price. 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After viewing the scenes, people are invited inside the church’s fellowship hall for warm drinks and cookies. “People really look for- ward to it,” said Becky Hunt, who has helped coordinate the effort for more than 10 years. “There are some people who don’t know the story of Jesus’ birth.” About 50 participants are involved in the pro- duction between the two nights, Hunt said. It fea- tures a handful of scenes, including those represent- Hospice lights up holiday season The community is invited to support Vange John Memorial Hospice during the holiday season. People are invited to make a suggested donation of $15 to honor someone or in memory of a loved one or friend. A symbolic light and ornament will be illu- minated in the window dis- play area provided by Vic- tory Baptist Church at 193 E. Main St., Hermiston. A special Light Up A Life reading will include the names submitted. It will broadcast Sunday, Jan. 6 at 6 p.m. on KOHU 1360 AM. 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In addition, live animals fea- tured are sheep, chickens and a donkey. “I have people that return to do this each year that don’t attend our church,” she said. “It is a tradition for them.” Among those returning to participate in the Living Nativity is Hunt’s daugh- ter, Miranda, who is now attending graduate school in Colorado. A 2007 Hermiston High School graduate, the younger Hunt grew up participat- ing with her family in the annual event. “It’s a real fellowship and bonding time for our church members,” Hunt said. “It’s a lot of fun and people really look forward to it.” For more information, call Hunt at 541-314-5797. By TAMMY MALGESINI Community Editor Add High Speed Internet The public is invited to CALL TODAY Save 20%! $5 Matinee Classics Every Wednesday Living Nativity shares biblical story of Christmas Ask me how to Bundle and save. CALL TODAY! Upgrade to the Hopper® 3 Smart HD DVR /mo. 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