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COMMUNITY A4 • HERMISTONHERALD.COM WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 23, 2019 CASA conference impacts many HERMISTON HERALD Eastern Oregon recently hosted its fi rst statewide Court Appointed Special Advocate conference. Jesus Rome, the local CASA program coordinator, said “The Impact of ONE” was successful due to the statewide effort of 22 CASA programs. The Sept. 23 event at Wildhorse Resort & Casino drew nearly 200 participants from across the state. Calling it “an incred- ible experience,” Rome expressed appreciation to the many people and organi- zations that helped by devot- ing time or fi nancial support. Keynote speak- ers included Multnomah County Circuit Court Judge Xiomara Torres and Pamela Heisler, Oregon Foster Youth Connection founder. Both women shared about personal experiences grow- ing up in the foster care sys- tem and the impact of CASA volunteers in their lives. The conference theme touched Torres’ heart. Also, she was thrilled that Jan Brice traveled from Los Angeles to attend the confer- ence and hear Torres speak. “It was due to the impact of my one CASA, Jan Brice, who encouraged me and supported me throughout my life to attend law school and seek higher education,” Torres said. “I believe (if) it were not for Jan’s love and commitment in my life, I would have never pursued law and became a judge.” Heisler shared a simi- lar story of inspiration and encouragement from her CASA, who never gave up on her or her family. Later in life, Heisler’s CASA attended her graduation cer- emonies and wedding. Many of the conference workshops, Rome said, focused on the plight of fos- ter kids and families in the system. Also, they high- lighted the positive impact of community volunteers with foster youths. For more information about the CASA program, contact Rome at 541-667- 6170, jrome@umchs.org Altrusa rolls out fall fundraising extravaganza By TAMMY MALGESINI COMMUNITY EDITOR Photo contributed by Jesus Rome Jesus Rome, local CASA program coordinator; Margaret Hansell, a former Umatilla County CASA director; Sen. Bill Hansell, R-Athena; Judge Eva Temple, Judge Xiomara Torres and Jan Brice, who served as Torres’ CASA; were among those who participated in “The Impact of One.” The statewide conference held Sept. 23 at Wildhorse Resort & Casino highlighted the work of Court Appointed Special Advocate volunteers. or visit www.umchs.com/ programs/casa. BRIEFS Altrusa International of Hermiston is getting revved up for their annual fund- raising auction event. The service club is changing things up a bit with the Food Truck & Auction Extravaganza. The event is Saturday with the doors opening at 5 p.m. at the Hermiston Commu- nity Center, 415 S. High- way 395. Admission is $20. The entry fee includes wine and beer tasting, entertain- ment and a chance to buy a raffl e ticket ($10 each) for a $2,000 Visa card, partic- ipate in a 50-50 cash draw- ing, and an opportunity to bid on silent auction items and check out the live auc- tion items. In addition, be sure to bring some extra cash as the Altrusans have invited a variety of local food trucks to give several options for dinner and dessert. Vendors include Polynesian food, Hermiston Brewing Com- WORSHIP Umatilla County Fair offi ce seeks 2020 fair court applicants COMMUNITY A great opportunity for young people to represent Umatilla County is avail- able by serving on the Umatilla County Fair court. In addition to fair week in August 2020, those selected will serve as ambassadors of the county and fair throughout the year. Fair court members will participate in a variety of parades and other func- tions throughout Eastern Oregon and Washington in 2020. Participants will learn leadership skills, responsi- bility and how to represent themselves, as well as their county, with dignity and pride. The Umatilla County Fair court program is a long-honored tradition and many past fair court alumni remained involved with the fair in some capacity. To be eligible, appli- cants must reside in Uma- tilla County. Participants must be students between ninth to 12th grades (ages 14-19). Application packets for the fair court are due to the Umatilla County Fair offi ce no later than 4 p.m. Friday, Nov. 8. Also, they may be sub- mitted via email to fair@ umatillacounty.net. Be sure to receive an email confi r- mation from fair staff to ensure receipt of forms. Late applications will not be considered. Fair staff will contact all accepted applicants to schedule interviews. The application is avail- able via www.umatilla- countyfair.net/fair-court or at the fair offi ce. The fair offi ce is located at Eastern Oregon Trade First United Methodist Church Hermiston HH fi le photo Members of the 2019 Umatilla County Fair court throw candy during the Fourth of July parade in Stanfi eld. Applications to serve on the 2020 fair court are due by Nov. 8. and Event Center, 1705 E. Airport Road, Hermiston. For questions, contact the fair offi ce at 541-567-6121 or fair@umatillacounty.net. Umatilla off ers early Halloween fun The city of Umatilla and the Umatilla School District are gearing up for Hallow- een-related events early. Trick-or-Treat on Sixth Street is Friday from 4-6 p.m. — watch for signs on the windows of partic- ipating businesses for an opportunity to collect treats. Also, other participants will be located at Village Square Park handing out goodies. And a trunk-or-treat will take place in the Umatilla School District parking lot. In addition, the Umatilla Chamber of Commerce is hosting a pumpkin carving contest — bring your best carved pumpkin to enter. The Umatilla Museum is getting in on the fun with a best pet costume contest. For more informa- tion, call the city at 541- 922-3226. Also, see next Wednesday’s Hermiston Herald for area Halloween (Oct. 31) activities. SHIBA off ers assistance with Medicare enrollment The annual open enroll- ment for Medicare runs Oct. 15 through Dec. 7. The Oregon Senior Health Insurance Benefi ts Assistance (SHIBA) Pro- gram in the Oregon Health Insurance Marketplace is ready to provide assistance for those who may need help. SHIBA staff members and more than 200 certifi ed counselors are available to provide free health insur- ance counseling to explain how the Medicare program works. Medicare is health insur- ance for people 65 years or older, or those who are younger than 65 that receive Social Security Disabil- ity Income. Medicare cov- ers many medical costs, including doctor visits, pre- scription medications and preventive care, such as mammograms, colonosco- pies, diabetes treatment, and blood pressure screenings. People can enroll in a Medicare Advantage (MA) or prescription drug plan (Part D) for the fi rst time or make changes between the enrollment dates so cover- age begins without interrup- tion on Jan. 1, 2020. There is also an extended MA open enrollment period from Jan. 1, 2020, to March 31, 2020. People must be enrolled in an MA plan to use the extended open enrollment period to make any changes. For more informa- tion, call 1-800-722-4134 or visit shiba.oregon.gov. Also, a new Medicare plan fi nder tool is available via www.medicare.gov/ plan-compare/#. 191 E. Gladys Ave , Hermiston OR Sunday Worship 11am • 541-567-3002 Nursery available • Check us out on Face Book Worship Livestream at herfumc.com Open Hearts, Open Minds, Open Doors Rev. Dr. Jim Pierce, pastor The Full Gospel Home Church 1520 W ORCHARD AVE Sunday Worship Service 10:30 am Classes for Kids @ 9:15 am SEEKING JESUS, SHARING LIFE, SERVING PEOPLE www.hermistonnazarene.org NEW BEGINNINGS CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP Worship Service 10:30 AM Sunday School 9:00 AM Pastor J.C. Barnett Children’s Church & Nursery Available 700 West Orchard Avenue P.O. Box 933 Hermiston, Oregon 541-567-8441 LANDMARK BAPTIST CHURCH 125 E. Beech Ave. • 567-3232 Pastor David Dever Sun. Bible Classes...................10:00am Sun. Worship Service..............11:00am Sun. Evening Worship..............6:00pm Wed. Prayer & Bible Study......6:00pm www.hermistonlmbc.com Follow us on Facebook! Ask us about small business insurance. 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DAILY MASS: Monday-Friday ...............................English 7:00 am Thursday...............Spanish 6:00 pm SATURDAY:.........English 5:00 pm ...............................Spanish 7:00 pm SUNDAY:..............English 9:00 am ..........................Bilingual 11:00 am ..............................Spanish 1:00 pm Office..............................567-5812 St. Johns Episcopal Church Join Us On Our Journey With Jesus. Scripture, Tradition and Reason Family service 9am Sunday N.E. Gladys Ave & 7th, Hermiston t. PH: 567-6672 We are an all inclusive Church who welcomes all. First Christian Church “Proclaiming the Message of Hope, Living the Gospel of Love” Sunday School...9:15 am Worship Service...10:30 am Children’s Church 10:45 am 567-3013 775 W. Highland Ave., Hermiston You can’t get BS from a buffalo. *Internet access service and charges not included. Frontier does not warrant that the service will be error-free or uninterrupted. 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