In today’s column:
- National Weather Service: Winter Weather Advisory (SNOW)
- Toledo School District: 5:30 AM Road Reports On FB, Website, News Outlets
- Vision:TOLEDO: BIG Community Meeting Announced
- Good News Monday: Miners To Beekeepers, 11yo Grants Wishes
- FDA: Stryker Lifepak 15 Monitor/Defibrillators May Lockout
- USDA: Deadline Looms On Tariff-Affected Ranchers & Farmers
- WA State Governor: Ecology Helps Salmon Migrate With More Water Over Dams
- WSU Master Gardeners: GMO vs Non-GMO Garden Seeds
- Mt St Helens Institute: Volcano Geologist Classes Begin
- Not Strictly Toledo: BOCC Meeting
- Today: Toledo City Council Meets
- Tuesday, Wednesday: Special School Board Meetings
- Toledo High School Sports: January/February 2019
- Future-Tripping: Feeds, Fundraisers, Forms, Fun & More
Winter Storm Warning has been issued for East Puget Sound lowlands from Everett to Eatonville. Heavy snowfall rates through the morning commute will create snow-covered roads and reductions in visibility.
Image courtesy TSD
In the event that school operations are impacted by weather, you’ll see it here first. We post also to the major media outlets (radio and TV). In addition, families will hear a recorded message from Mandy. We make decisions after driving the typical trouble spots in the district and announce by 5:30 am. Weather forecasts show a possibility of snow this weekend.
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US Consumer Product Safety Commission reminder:
In the event that school operations are impacted by weather, you’ll see it here first. We post also to the major media outlets (radio and TV). In addition, families will hear a recorded message from Mandy. We make decisions after driving the typical trouble spots in the district and announce by 5:30 am. Weather forecasts show a possibility of snow this weekend.
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US Consumer Product Safety Commission reminder:
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Good News Monday:
*Does this mean more (blue light) screen time is actually good for me?
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FDA: Stryker Launches Voluntary Field Action for Specific Units of the LIFEPAK® 15 Monitor/Defibrillator
For Immediate Release February 1, 2019
Announcement
Stryker announced today that the company is launching a voluntary field action on specific units of the LIFEPAK 15 Monitor/Defibrillators.
The company is notifying certain LIFEPAK 15 customers of an issue that may cause the device to lock up after a defibrillation shock is delivered. The lock-up condition is defined as a blank monitor display with LED lights on, indicating power to the device, but no response in the keypad and device functions. A device in this condition has the potential to delay delivery of therapy, and this delay in therapy has the potential to result in serious injury or death...
Information available at: http://www.strykeremergencycare.com/productnotices.
Complete announcement link here.
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U.S. Department of Agriculture shared:
If you are a farmer or rancher whose commodities have been directly impacted by tariffs, you now have until February 14th to submit your application – learn how http://ow.ly/LbG450kmZay
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Governor Jay Inslee supports: To help salmon migrate, Ecology issues proposal allowing more water to spill over dams
The Washington Department of Ecology is issuing a proposal to allow more water to spill over eight federal dams along the lower Columbia and Snake rivers. The move could help improve the survival of juvenile salmon migrating to the ocean, increasing the availability of food for the struggling Southern Resident orcas…
Ecology is holding two public hearings:
*Wednesday, February 13 at 2:30 PM
Location: Washington State School for the Blind, Fries Auditorium (Old Main Building)
2214 East 13th Street. Vancouver
*Tuesday, February 19 at 6:00 PM
Public hearing via webinar at 6 p.m. (register for the webinar)
After reviewing the comments, Ecology will release the final environmental impact statement and make a decision on the short-term modification.
Additional information on this proposal is available on Ecology’s blog.
Click here to read the full news release...
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Cow/lewis Beekeepers updated:
Good News Monday:
- Out-Of-Work Appalachian Coal Miners Train As Beekeepers
- Harrison (AR) girl making nursing home residents' wishes come true
- Blue light exposure decreases systolic blood pressure, arterial stiffness, and improves endothelial function in humans...
*Does this mean more (blue light) screen time is actually good for me?
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FDA: Stryker Launches Voluntary Field Action for Specific Units of the LIFEPAK® 15 Monitor/Defibrillator
For Immediate Release February 1, 2019
Announcement
Stryker announced today that the company is launching a voluntary field action on specific units of the LIFEPAK 15 Monitor/Defibrillators.
The company is notifying certain LIFEPAK 15 customers of an issue that may cause the device to lock up after a defibrillation shock is delivered. The lock-up condition is defined as a blank monitor display with LED lights on, indicating power to the device, but no response in the keypad and device functions. A device in this condition has the potential to delay delivery of therapy, and this delay in therapy has the potential to result in serious injury or death...
Information available at: http://www.strykeremergencycare.com/productnotices.
Complete announcement link here.
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U.S. Department of Agriculture shared:
If you are a farmer or rancher whose commodities have been directly impacted by tariffs, you now have until February 14th to submit your application – learn how http://ow.ly/LbG450kmZay
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Governor Jay Inslee supports: To help salmon migrate, Ecology issues proposal allowing more water to spill over dams
The Washington Department of Ecology is issuing a proposal to allow more water to spill over eight federal dams along the lower Columbia and Snake rivers. The move could help improve the survival of juvenile salmon migrating to the ocean, increasing the availability of food for the struggling Southern Resident orcas…
Ecology is holding two public hearings:
*Wednesday, February 13 at 2:30 PM
Location: Washington State School for the Blind, Fries Auditorium (Old Main Building)
2214 East 13th Street. Vancouver
*Tuesday, February 19 at 6:00 PM
Public hearing via webinar at 6 p.m. (register for the webinar)
After reviewing the comments, Ecology will release the final environmental impact statement and make a decision on the short-term modification.
Additional information on this proposal is available on Ecology’s blog.
Click here to read the full news release...
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Cow/lewis Beekeepers updated:
It’s almost time
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WSU Lewis County Master Gardeners shared a post by
Can you accidentally buy GMO seeds? It's extremely unlikely!
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WSU Lewis County Master Gardeners shared a post by
Can you accidentally buy GMO seeds? It's extremely unlikely!
We'll save the GMO debate for another day, but rest assured that gardeners are extremely unlikely to accidentally obtain genetically modified seeds for use in their vegetable garden.
Walk into many if not most garden supply stores and you will see signs above some of the seed packet displays that state, "NON GMO" or "GMO FREE." We interpret this to mean that the seeds in the display rack have not been genetically modified by modern methods of gene editing. And it implies that one can obtain GMO seeds in little packets somewhere else in the store or perhaps at another garden center.
These signs are a marketing tool that may be accurate but are misleading. Why? Because garden supply stores CAN NOT sell GMO seeds to gardeners! You can't currently buy GMO seeds without first signing a multi-page contract with the company that owns the patent and agree to several conditions and restrictions. Depending upon the plant variety, these restrictions can be quite limiting and include agreeing to not save seeds from each year's crop to plant the next year.
So don't worry, it is extremely unlikely you will obtain these seeds accidentally.
MBS
Master Gardeners of Spokane County - WSU
Reminder: Toledo Community Library will host the 3rd Annual Seed Swap March 23
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LewisTalks introduced: Anchor and Earth: A Refuge for the Weary and a Sanctuary for Artists
New Lewis County residents Johnny and Heidi Cowan are chasing their dreams in Toledo...
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Deadline looms: Volcano Geologist Classes
Discover the wonders of Mount St. Helens and become a certified Volcano Naturalist with us! As a Volcano Naturalist, you’ll explore the mountains natural history during 12 weeks of evening classes and field trips, led by experts in their field. Register for the 2019 program and learn all about our local geology, ecology, cultural history, and more!
Classes begin Feb 6.
https://bit.ly/2QfKnmg
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Not Strictly Toledo: A Second Time Around Thrift Store benefitting Lewis County Senior Centers invites:
We hope to see you on Monday, February 4th, to help celebrate our One Year Anniversary! All merchandise store wide will be 50% off!
Walk into many if not most garden supply stores and you will see signs above some of the seed packet displays that state, "NON GMO" or "GMO FREE." We interpret this to mean that the seeds in the display rack have not been genetically modified by modern methods of gene editing. And it implies that one can obtain GMO seeds in little packets somewhere else in the store or perhaps at another garden center.
These signs are a marketing tool that may be accurate but are misleading. Why? Because garden supply stores CAN NOT sell GMO seeds to gardeners! You can't currently buy GMO seeds without first signing a multi-page contract with the company that owns the patent and agree to several conditions and restrictions. Depending upon the plant variety, these restrictions can be quite limiting and include agreeing to not save seeds from each year's crop to plant the next year.
So don't worry, it is extremely unlikely you will obtain these seeds accidentally.
MBS
Master Gardeners of Spokane County - WSU
Reminder: Toledo Community Library will host the 3rd Annual Seed Swap March 23
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LewisTalks introduced: Anchor and Earth: A Refuge for the Weary and a Sanctuary for Artists
New Lewis County residents Johnny and Heidi Cowan are chasing their dreams in Toledo...
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Deadline looms: Volcano Geologist Classes
Discover the wonders of Mount St. Helens and become a certified Volcano Naturalist with us! As a Volcano Naturalist, you’ll explore the mountains natural history during 12 weeks of evening classes and field trips, led by experts in their field. Register for the 2019 program and learn all about our local geology, ecology, cultural history, and more!
Classes begin Feb 6.
https://bit.ly/2QfKnmg
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Not Strictly Toledo: A Second Time Around Thrift Store benefitting Lewis County Senior Centers invites:
We hope to see you on Monday, February 4th, to help celebrate our One Year Anniversary! All merchandise store wide will be 50% off!
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Not Strictly Toledo2: BOCC Meeting
The Lewis County Commissioners meet 10:00 a.m. each Monday in BOCC Hearing Room – 2nd floor, Historic Courthouse, 351 NW North Street, Chehalis, Washington.
BOCC Legislative Agenda for Monday February 4, 2019.
LEWISCOUNTYWA.GOV
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City of Toledo announced:
Not Strictly Toledo2: BOCC Meeting
The Lewis County Commissioners meet 10:00 a.m. each Monday in BOCC Hearing Room – 2nd floor, Historic Courthouse, 351 NW North Street, Chehalis, Washington.
BOCC Legislative Agenda for Monday February 4, 2019.
LEWISCOUNTYWA.GOV
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City of Toledo announced:
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Today: Toledo Senior Center offers Cook’s Choice lunch served at 11:30 AM Monday & Thursday for $6 (suggested donation). Your support helps cover all the usual expenses, you get a plateful of freshly made food and good company, and they do the dishes. WITHOUT complaining!
New! Corrine Longshore leads Write Your Life classes Tuesdays 1:30 PM. Cost: PWYC
ISO: Low-Impact Exercise Instructor Tuesday & Thursday 3 PM. Details @ (360)864-2112.
Next: February Silent Auction runs through the 28th. Watch for the video version posted to their Facebook page here. Donations of new & nearly-new items welcomed.
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Tonight: Toledo City Council meets 6 PM first and third Mondays. Dates may change if scheduled on or near a federal holiday. Visit www.toledowa.us or call (360)864-4564.
Workshops & Special Meetings: Occasionally the council will hold a workshop or special meeting. Dates and times will be announced prior to meetings. Generally they are held the same night of council meetings.
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Tuesday:
Today: Toledo Senior Center offers Cook’s Choice lunch served at 11:30 AM Monday & Thursday for $6 (suggested donation). Your support helps cover all the usual expenses, you get a plateful of freshly made food and good company, and they do the dishes. WITHOUT complaining!
New! Corrine Longshore leads Write Your Life classes Tuesdays 1:30 PM. Cost: PWYC
ISO: Low-Impact Exercise Instructor Tuesday & Thursday 3 PM. Details @ (360)864-2112.
Next: February Silent Auction runs through the 28th. Watch for the video version posted to their Facebook page here. Donations of new & nearly-new items welcomed.
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Tonight: Toledo City Council meets 6 PM first and third Mondays. Dates may change if scheduled on or near a federal holiday. Visit www.toledowa.us or call (360)864-4564.
Workshops & Special Meetings: Occasionally the council will hold a workshop or special meeting. Dates and times will be announced prior to meetings. Generally they are held the same night of council meetings.
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Tuesday:
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Wednesday:
Wednesday:
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Toledo High School Sports: February 2019
BOYS BASKETBALL
February 4th-16th District Basketball
February 22nd & 23rd Regional Basketball
February 27th- March 2nd State Basketball
GIRLS BASKETBALL
February 4th-16th District Basketball
February 22nd & 23rd Regional Basketball
February 27th- March 2nd State Basketball
BOYS WRESTLING
February 9th Regional Wrestling
February 15th & 16th State Wrestling
GIRLS WRESTLING
February 9th Regional Wrestling
February 15th & 16th State Wrestling
!!!! GO INDIANS !!!!
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Future-Tripping: Feeds, Fundraisers, Fun & More
NEW!! February 12: Coffee House @ Toledo High School
February 5: School Board Special Meeting - Superintendent Evaluation
February 6: School Board Special Meeting - Construction Management Interviews
February 7: Chocolate Class with Linda Aitchison @ Morgan Arts Centre
February 9: Second Saturday Breakfast @ Toledo Senior Center
February 14: Valentines Day Book & Bake Sale @ Toledo Community Library
February 14: Valentine’s Dinner For 2 @ Donna’s Place
February 15: Red Cross Blood Drive @ Presbyterian Church Fellowship Hall
February 16: Red Wine & Chocolate Event @ Bateaux Cellars
February 23: 3rd Annual Toledo Cheesecake Competition @ Morgan Arts Centre
March 23: Third Annual Seed Swap @ Toledo Community Library
March 23-24: Vernal Equinox Art Fair @ Morgan Arts Centre
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Toledo Builds a High School
Information regarding the building of a new high school in Toledo, WA beginning in November, 2018. Regular updates.
https://chris-rust.blogspot.com/
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Check out Latest Earthquakes at USGS.
Check out US Tsunami Warnings at NOAA/Weather.
Air Quality Forecast at https://airquality.weather.gov
Visualize wildfire smoke with NASAWorldview - https://go.nasa.gov/2T7olog
*AirNow status during the federal government shutdown: AirNow will continue to provide the public with current and forecast air quality information during the federal government shutdown; however EPA will not post additional information to the site during that time.
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Toledo High School Sports: February 2019
BOYS BASKETBALL
February 4th-16th District Basketball
February 22nd & 23rd Regional Basketball
February 27th- March 2nd State Basketball
GIRLS BASKETBALL
February 4th-16th District Basketball
February 22nd & 23rd Regional Basketball
February 27th- March 2nd State Basketball
BOYS WRESTLING
February 9th Regional Wrestling
February 15th & 16th State Wrestling
GIRLS WRESTLING
February 9th Regional Wrestling
February 15th & 16th State Wrestling
!!!! GO INDIANS !!!!
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Future-Tripping: Feeds, Fundraisers, Fun & More
NEW!! February 12: Coffee House @ Toledo High School
February 5: School Board Special Meeting - Superintendent Evaluation
February 6: School Board Special Meeting - Construction Management Interviews
February 7: Chocolate Class with Linda Aitchison @ Morgan Arts Centre
February 9: Second Saturday Breakfast @ Toledo Senior Center
February 14: Valentines Day Book & Bake Sale @ Toledo Community Library
February 14: Valentine’s Dinner For 2 @ Donna’s Place
February 15: Red Cross Blood Drive @ Presbyterian Church Fellowship Hall
February 16: Red Wine & Chocolate Event @ Bateaux Cellars
February 23: 3rd Annual Toledo Cheesecake Competition @ Morgan Arts Centre
March 23: Third Annual Seed Swap @ Toledo Community Library
March 23-24: Vernal Equinox Art Fair @ Morgan Arts Centre
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Toledo Builds a High School
Information regarding the building of a new high school in Toledo, WA beginning in November, 2018. Regular updates.
https://chris-rust.blogspot.com/
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Check out Latest Earthquakes at USGS.
Check out US Tsunami Warnings at NOAA/Weather.
Air Quality Forecast at https://airquality.weather.gov
Visualize wildfire smoke with NASAWorldview - https://go.nasa.gov/2T7olog
*AirNow status during the federal government shutdown: AirNow will continue to provide the public with current and forecast air quality information during the federal government shutdown; however EPA will not post additional information to the site during that time.
The Other Toledo is delivered to your email inbox via MailerLite. If you're having trouble getting your Daily Column, your security settings might not recognize MailerLite as (your email)via mlsend.
Photos from TOT archives unless otherwise noted.
Send news and events to: toledo.columnist@gmail.com
The Other Toledo is on Twitter.
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