- National Weather Service: Brief Lull Before Next Storm *
- FDA: News & Events - Final Ruling On Hand Sanitizers *
- Governor Inslee: Marijuana Justice Initiative *
- WA State ATG: Arrest & Charges Against Asotin County Judge *
- WA State RCO: ISO* Two Advisory Board Volunteers *
- TDN: Local Schools Move Toward Opening Regional Skills Center *
- Not Strictly Toledo: 3-Day Tire Recycle Event - Randle *
- Today: Toledo Food Bank, Red Cross Blood Drive, THS Coffee House *
- Weekend Outlook: Senior Center Pancake Breakfast, WSU Fermenting Class *
- And Beyond: Schools 2 Hour ACT Late Start, City Council Meeting *
- Toledo High School Sports - April 2019 *
- Future-Tripping: Feeds, Fundraisers, Forms, Fun & More *
A couple children also picked up this little critter to observe today...
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MAP enrichment programs revealed:
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*PSA: Toledotel posted “FYI, the free WiFi downtown will be off-line for a few days for maintenance issues.”
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US National Weather Service Seattle Washington forecast:
Across the Pacific Northwest, a brief lull in unsettled weather will occur
late today and tonight before the next storm system reaches the coast early Saturday morning. This next system will be a quick-mover bringing modest amounts of rain and higher elevation snow to interior portions of the Northwest for Saturday and Saturday night.
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FDA: News & Press Releases
April 11, 2019 - FDA orders important safety labeling changes for Addyi
April 11, 2019 - FDA issues final rule on safety and effectiveness of consumer hand sanitizers
If soap and water are not available, the CDC recommends using an alcohol-based hand sanitizer that contains at least 60 percent alcohol...most OTC consumer antiseptic rubs use ethyl alcohol as the active ingredient.
More…
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April 9, 2019 - SD Import Issues Voluntary Nationwide Recall of Aphrodisiac Capsules Due to Presence of Undeclared Sildenafil
Consumers with diabetes, hypertension, high cholesterol or heart disease often take nitrates; consumption of undeclared sildenafil along with nitrates could result in a drop in blood pressure that is life-threatening and could result in serious adverse health consequences. To date, SD Imports, LLC has not received any reports of adverse events related to this recall.
The product was distributed nationwide to retail stores, and a variety of online websites.
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April 5, 2019 - Brian Richardson DBA “In Tha Pink” Issues Voluntary Nationwide Recall of Kopi Jantan Tradisional Natural Herbs Coffee Due to Presence of Undeclared Sildenafil and Tadalafil
Consumption of a product with undeclared sildenafil and tadalafil may pose a threat to consumers because these active ingredients may interact with nitrates found in some prescription drugs (such as nitroglycerin) and may lower blood pressure to dangerous levels which can be life threatening. Consumers with diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, or heart disease often take nitrates and may be the population most likely to be affected. To date, “In Tha Pink” has not received any reports of adverse events related to this recall.
The product is marketed as a dietary supplement…
The recalled Kopi Jantan Tradisional Natural Herbs Coffee was distributed nationwide in the USA by online retail sites, including but not limited to Ebay and through mail orders, since September, 2017.
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*Note: When posting FDA Food, Drug & Pet Food Recalls, The Other Toledo omits those announcements that do not affect Washington State & the region.
For up-to-date info on all recalls, visit FDA’s Recalls, Market Withdrawals, & Safety Alerts page. Link here: https://www.fda.gov/Safety/Recalls/default.htm
For other food-related alerts, visit USDA’s FSIS (Food Safety & Inspection Service) page.
Link here: http://tinyurl.com/yy4cdes9
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Governor Jay Inslee: Marijuana Justice Initiative
In Washington state, it is no longer considered criminal behavior for adults to possess a small amount of marijuana for personal use. The governor’s Marijuana Justice Initiative intends to recognize the evolution of the state’s beliefs about marijuana and, within existing capacity, provide clemency relief to some who have these convictions on their records. The Initiative will provide an expedited process to grant pardons to people with a single misdemeanor conviction on their criminal record for adult marijuana possession prosecuted under Washington state law.
For decades, people have faced criminal prosecution for behavior that is no longer considered a crime in Washington. Inslee believes that forgiving these convictions will allow people to move on with their lives without these convictions causing additional burdens on people, their families, their employers and their communities. This is a small step, but one that moves us in the direction of correcting injustices that disproportionately affected communities of color. A successful pardon of a marijuana possession conviction can assist with barriers to housing, employment and education.
Under this Initiative, Inslee will exercise his constitutional clemency authority to pardon individuals who have a single conviction on their criminal record. That sole conviction must be for adult (21+) misdemeanor marijuana possession, prosecuted under state law in Washington. The conviction must have occurred between January 1, 1998 and December 5, 2012, when I-502 legalized marijuana possession. Records indicate that roughly 3,500 individuals are eligible under this Initiative.
Those interested in requesting a pardon must complete the online petition form below and submit it to the Office of the Governor. This will officially start the request for a pardon of the conviction.
VIDEO: Inslee announces Marijuana Justice Initiative at 2019 Washington Cannabis Summit
Eligibility specifics and online application below video link on this page, followed by Q&A including how to seek clemency if you do not qualify for this action.
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WA State ATG: Arrest & Charges Against Asotin County Judge
Apr 11 2019 - AG Ferguson statement on charges against Asotin County judge
SEATTLE — Attorney General Bob Ferguson issued the following statement on the case against Asotin County Superior Court Judge Scott Gallina:
Click here to read the full news release...
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Apr 10 2019 - AG Ferguson statement on arrest of superior court judge
SEATTLE — Attorney General Bob Ferguson issued the following statement on the arrest of a superior court judge in Asotin County:
Click here to read the full news release...
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Washington State Recreation and Conservation Office asks:
Want to make a difference for Washington's outdoors? We're currently accepting applications for volunteer advisory committee members on our Farmland Preservation and No Child Left Inside advisory committees.
Learn more and apply:
Farmland preservation advisory committee: https://bit.ly/2UawU5c
No Child Left Inside advisory committee: https://bit.ly/2HExTF3
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Toledo School District shared:
Toledo has been actively involved in planning and promoting this project. We look forward to students benefiting from this resource.
TDN: Local schools make forward progress toward opening regional skills center
The skills center, which will serve schools in Cowlitz, Wahkiakum and Lewis counties, is slated to open in summer or fall 2020 in Castle Rock.
More...
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Cowlitz Kayak Tours challenged:
Mt St Helen's Anniversary Paddle Sat May 18th 9am Coldwater Lake
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Phillipps Insurance Group, Inc. announced:
We will be closing at 2:30 on Friday, April 12, 2019 and re-opening at 9am
on Monday, April 15, 2019.
If you are in need of assistance call your insurance company or contact Monday.
Sorry for the inconvenience. We appreciate your patience and continued patronage.
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John Glasser: Eco-Chimes "FreeForm Jewelry"
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Not Strictly Toledo: Tire Recycling Event
Not Strictly Toledo2: WSU Lewis County Extension: Lacto-Fermentation
Make sauerkraut, kimchi, kefir etc
April 13 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Twin Cities Senior Center
2545 N National AVE
Chehalis, WA 98532
Phone: 360.748.0061
Organizer - Julie Pirtle
Phone: 360.740.1212
Email: julie.pirtle@lewiscountywa.gov
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Today: Toledo Senior Center WA
We hope to get 100 Birthday cards for Ruth Herron’s 100th Birthday by Friday (today).
Also: Toledo Food Bank open 11 AM - 1 PM second & fourth Fridays.
Donations may be dropped off during open hours, or contact City Hall for arrangements. Especially appreciated are personal grooming items including ladies sanitary supplies & TP, baby formula, food & diapers, & pet food - really.
If you’re looking for a great volunteer opportunity, speak with the crew about getting involved.
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And: Red Cross Blood Drive @ Presbyterian Church 12:30 - 5:30 PM
*Support your local blood drive - these on-site visits will continue every two months as long as 20 folks like you commit to roll up your collective sleeves.
Note: Come 2 give for Game of Thrones poster ltd qty and chance for full-size Iron Throne! rcblood.org/GoT
And you can pre-register online:
https://www.redcrossblood.org/give.html/donation-time
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Tonight: Coffee House @ Toledo High School
Plus: Courage to Change Al-Anon AFG meets 7 PM Friday at Toledo Presbyterian Church, 312 Augustus
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And: Cowlitz Prairie Grange Jam Night
Weekend Outlook: Senior Center Breakfast April
TFBC: 30-Hour Famine Awareness Event
Not Strictly Toledo: WSU Lewis County Extension: Lacto-Fermentation
Make sauerkraut, kimchi, kefir etc
April 13 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Twin Cities Senior Center
2545 N National AVE
Chehalis, WA 98532
Phone: 360.748.0061
Organizer - Julie Pirtle
Phone: 360.740.1212
Email: julie.pirtle@lewiscountywa.gov
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Not Strictly Toledo: Eastside Urban Farm & Garden host:
Year-Round Gardening - The Basics of Planning and Planting
Noon - 2 PM April 14
Eastside Urban Farm & Garden
2326 4th Ave E, Olympia, Washington 98506
Register over the phone by calling 360-972-2993. Online at urbanfarmoly.com or in person at Eastside Urban Farm and Garden Center. $15
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And Beyond:
- April 15: Toledo Schools - 2 Hour ACT Late Start
- April 15: Lewis County BOCC 10 AM @ 2nd Floor Historic Courthouse
- April 15: Toledo City Council Meets 6 PM @ City Hall
*Business Insider: Taxpayers with complicated returns, or those who are just chronic procrastinators, who want to file an extension with the IRS must do so by April 15 or face interest charges and penalties.
Filing an extension is free and there are different options for individuals and businesses. Keep in mind that if you file for an extension, you're also delaying your refund.
You’re welcome.
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From City of Toledo: ISO Two Visionaries To Fill Posts
We are looking to fill a couple of spots on the Vision:Toledo Mayor's Task Force.
The first is a position at large currently held by Norm Baird.
The second is the Treasurer position currently held by Joh Jones.
We generally meet once a month on the 4th Tuesday at 5:00 p.m. at the Morgan Art Centre. Each Coordinator discusses what is going on in their group, where they may need additional help, new projects, etc. Bills are presented to be paid and an annual budget is discussed.
For details, contact City of Toledo, (360)864-4564
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Toledo High School Sports - April 2019
Soccer:
April 16th @ Stevenson 6:00
April 18th vs White Salmon 6:00
April 23rd vs Kings Way 7:00
April 25th @ Seton Catholic 6:00
April 30th vs. Castle Rock 7:00
Baseball:
April 12th JV @ Onalaska (DH) 3:00 bus @1:30
April 13th vs. Toutle Lake (DH) 12:00
April 15th JV @ Castle Rock 4:00 bus @ 2:30
April 16th JV vs Onalaska 4:00
April 17th @ Mossyrock(DH) 4:00 bus 2:30
April 22nd vs. Kalama (DH) 4:00 bus ** Senior Night
April 24th vs Castle Rock 4:00
April 27th @ Wahkiakum 12:00 bus @ 9:45
Fastpitch:
April 12th JV @ Onalaska 3:00
April 13th vs Toutle Lake (DH) 12:00
April 15th @ Castle Rock 4:00 bus @ 2:30
April 16th JV vs Onalaska 3:00
April 17th @ Mossyrock (DH) 4:00 bus @ 2:30
April 18th JV vs. WF West 4:00
April 27th @ Wahkiakum 12:00 bus 9:45
April 29th JV vs. Castle Rock 4:00
Track:
April 15th @ Pirate Invite Adna 10:00 bus @ 7:30 am
April 19th Kalama Twilight 3:30 bus @ 3:15
April 25th @ Wahkiakum 3:30 bus @ 1:00
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Future-Tripping: Feeds, Fundraisers, Fun & More
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April 20: 3rd Annual Cheesecake Competition @ Morgan Arts Centre
April 26: FCCLA Bingo Night @ Toledo High School
April 27: Community Paper Shred Event @ Cafe Aromaz
April 27: Fundraiser - Silent Auction & Music for Gayle Homes @ Donna’s Place
April 27: PRIME RIB DINNER @ Toledo Senior Center
May 4: Katie’s Kids Breakfast @ Toledo High School
May 11: Kids Fishing Derby Toledo, Washington @ South Lewis County Park
Contact Penny at penny@toledolionsclub.org
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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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Toledo Thursday Market 2019 TTM Vendor Application.
Toledo Thursday Market 2019 Application PDF link here.
Tax-deductible GoFundMe page here.
*ISO a part-time manager and someone who will help us with social media visibility.
We have a Website going live May 1st highlighting vendors, local activities, seasonal produce options, all with ties to local food hubs.
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Check out US Tsunami Warnings at NOAA/Weather.
Air Quality Forecast at https://airquality.weather.gov
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