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The INDEPENDENT, September 15, 2005 Page 17 Wagner family loses almost everything to Hurricane Katrina From page 1 anchors got mixed up with a downed pine tree. They also made another, much smaller find…an unbroken vase made by local artist Jeff Patterson, that Carolyn had bought during a visit to Vernonia. Craig is now working from loaned office space in Picay- une. Caroline, a registered nurse, has gone back to the hospital where she works. She sleeps at the hospital and goes to Picayune when off work. A fund has been set up to help the Wagners get back on their feet. Anyone who would like to help may send a check or money order to the Craig Wagner Family Relief Fund, Acct No.1811773232, Wash- ington Mutual Bank, 14700 SW Teal Blvd., Beaverton, OR 97007. The account number should be written on the checks. Donations can be made to that account number at any branch of Washington Mutual. Boxes in local Cycle Oregon businesses for leaves Saturday local donations Above, a “before” Hurricane Katrina picture of Craig and Carolyn Wagner’s home in Biloxi, Mississippi. Below, another “after” shot, showing nothing left but pilings and garbage. Local residents Sonny Thompson, Doug Grant and Ron Grant have arranged for placement of boxes where goods can be donated for Kat- rina victims. Acceptable items include nonperishable food, clothing, stuffed animals and financial donations. Look for the donation boxes at US Bank, Vernonia Sentry, Vernonia City Hall and Vernon- ia Post Office. The box that was at Bridge Street Mini Mart has now been moved but, as with everyone involved, their cooperation was also appreci- ated. Financial donations may also be arranged by calling 503-429-1832. Banks Scout Troop 581 will hold fundraiser Forest Grove Senior Center to hold Mayors’ Ball From page 12 with featured wines from Monti- nor and Elevenglad Vineyards. Music and dancing will run from 8:00 p.m. till midnight, fea- turing the D C & S Trio. In preparation for the Ball, Banks Dance Academy will offer three, free, one-hour dance les- sons, to be held at the center on September 12, 16, and the 19, from 7:00 to 8:00 p.m. Call 503-357-2021 early to make reservations. Funds from the benefit will be used to help meet the needs of seniors in the area, including the Home Delivered Meal Pro- gram, Lunch Time Meals served at the center, the Senior Guardianship Assistance Pro- gram, (Sr. GAP) plus many more activities and services. These programs provide valu- able services that enable older adults and people with disabili- ties to maximize their inde- pendence, self-sufficiency and dignity. Confirming attendance at this time are Senator Bruce Starr, representatives from Senator Gordon Smith’s office, Mayor Richard Kidd of Forest Grove, Mayor Tom Hughes of Hillsboro, Mayor Sally Harrison of Vernon- ia, Mayor Rick Lorenz of Gas- ton, and Mayor Cheri Olson of North Plains. Tickets are still available from the Forest Grove Senior Center, 503-357-2021. Sponsors for the event are Henningsen Cold Storage Co., Soloflex Inc., Tuality Health- care, and West Coast Bank. Banks Boy Scout Troop 581 will hold a fundraiser for victims of Hurricane Katrina, Septem- ber 16 and 17, from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. at Jim’s Thriftway Market in Banks. All donations will go to the Northwest Medical Team to help aid the hurricane W illiams M etal F ab S PECIALIZING P HONE /F AX IN From page 1 Local volunteers will help serve dinner on Friday and oth- ers will rise early enough to help serve breakfast on Satur- day. The riders will leave Vernon- ia Saturday on the tour’s last leg, heading up through Mist and Birkenfeld to Astoria. KARMEL’S FLOWER PATCH Now Relocated; 58176 Wilson Cut-off Rd., Vernonia Come See us at our New Location for Floral, Garden Baskets, House Plants, & Balloons 503-429-9273 General/Custom Fabrication & Welding of All Metals S TAINLESS S TEEL &A LUMINUM : 503-429-8431 Robert Williams Vernonia, Oregon 24 H R R EPAIR