In today’s column:
- Review: Bonanza BBQ & Catering Hits Sweet Spot
- Toledo Historical Society Bids Farewell To Elise Brenner
- Toledo School District Press Release: New Reader Board Donated
- TES PTO Kid’s Closet ISO Volunteers Today & Tomorrow
- Tuesday: Sign Dedication, V:T Arts, Rec & Events
Thanks to Michael for bringing along the main course, my excuse for a home-cooked Thanksgiving feast this weekend. All GF, DF, and all delish!
Credit goes to The Otter for indulging me (and cleaning up the kitch). BTW coconut milk works beautifully for pumpkin pie!
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Saturday’s Grand Opening of Toledo’s Event Center, home of Bonanza BBQ & Catering, was declared a great success by entrepreneurs Dan & Chris Gorton. Our weekend guest from Seattle was wowed by the signature Porky Pig Soup, and The Otter split his 3-meat combo with me, topped off by 2-layer homemade carrot cake. Delish!
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Saturday’s Grand Opening of Toledo’s Event Center, home of Bonanza BBQ & Catering, was declared a great success by entrepreneurs Dan & Chris Gorton. Our weekend guest from Seattle was wowed by the signature Porky Pig Soup, and The Otter split his 3-meat combo with me, topped off by 2-layer homemade carrot cake. Delish!
Order your next special occasion meal or book your event via the link above.
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Toledo Historical Society’s Don Brenner posted: One of the saddest posts I've ever had to write. Member Elise Brenner (my wife) passed away this morning (Wednesday, November 22) sometime between 8:20 am and 9 am. She will be fondly remembered by many folks in our town and, of course, our families.
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Sunday outlook warned: Snow levels will lower to Cascade Pass level this evening. Expect up to 3 to 6 inches of new snow through tonight above 3,000 feet. This could cause hazardous driving conditions for those traveling across the Cascades after the Thanksgiving weekend.
For the latest road conditions dial 511 or visit...
- In Oregon: www.tripcheck.com.
- In Washington: www.wsdot.com/traffic/trafficalerts/SouthWest.aspx.
For the latest in NW Oregon/SW Washington weather, visit NOAA National Weather Service.
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Toledo Historical Society’s Don Brenner posted: One of the saddest posts I've ever had to write. Member Elise Brenner (my wife) passed away this morning (Wednesday, November 22) sometime between 8:20 am and 9 am. She will be fondly remembered by many folks in our town and, of course, our families.
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Sunday outlook warned: Snow levels will lower to Cascade Pass level this evening. Expect up to 3 to 6 inches of new snow through tonight above 3,000 feet. This could cause hazardous driving conditions for those traveling across the Cascades after the Thanksgiving weekend.
For the latest road conditions dial 511 or visit...
- In Oregon: www.tripcheck.com.
- In Washington: www.wsdot.com/traffic/trafficalerts/SouthWest.aspx.
For the latest in NW Oregon/SW Washington weather, visit NOAA National Weather Service.
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For Immediate Release
November 13, 2017
Contact: Chris Rust
Superintendent
Phone : 360.864.6325
Fax:360.864.6326
crust@toledoschools.us
PO Box 469
116 Ramsey Way
Toledo, WA 98591
Toledo School District - Providing opportunities and meaningful experiences to empower students to achieve their goals. Each child. Each day. Each classroom.
Press Release
Local Woman Donates Reader Board
TOLEDO November 13, 2017 Thanks to a donation from Sandy Miller Brusco, Toledo High School will receive a new, state-of-the-art reader board. The new device will replace the familiar sign in front of the school on Highway 505. “The current sign is showing its age. The new sign will be easier to read and easier to update.”, said Martin Huffman, Principal of Toledo High School.
Mrs. Brusco is the widow of Gene Miller, a Toledo resident and volunteer and retired teacher and coach, Primo Brusco. The sign is donated in their memories. “I’ve been thinking about this project for two years”, said Mrs. Miller Brusco. “I believe in paying it forward. This (sign) will benefit the whole community and area.”
Primo Brusco’s first teaching job was at Toledo High School in 1950. He coached all sports and was coach of several district champions. Primo was also the first “Big Cheese” in 1950. He was an active member of the Toledo community and was involved in the Elks, American Legion, Ocean Park Volunteer Firefighters and the Toledo Historical Society. He retired from education in 1977 as superintendent of Stevedore (CO) School District. Many Toledo residents remember Primo as a strict but loving teacher and coach.
“We’re so grateful for this donation”, said Brad Dykstra, Toledo School Board President. “The community relies on this sign for much of the information about what’s happening.”
Dedication of the sign will be on Tuesday, November 28 at 2 p.m. at Toledo High School. The public is invited to attend.
About the Toledo School District
Located in Southwest Washington, the Toledo School District serves nearly 780 K-12 students. To learn more, visit www.toledoschools.us.
November 13, 2017
Contact: Chris Rust
Superintendent
Phone : 360.864.6325
Fax:360.864.6326
crust@toledoschools.us
PO Box 469
116 Ramsey Way
Toledo, WA 98591
Toledo School District - Providing opportunities and meaningful experiences to empower students to achieve their goals. Each child. Each day. Each classroom.
Press Release
Local Woman Donates Reader Board
TOLEDO November 13, 2017 Thanks to a donation from Sandy Miller Brusco, Toledo High School will receive a new, state-of-the-art reader board. The new device will replace the familiar sign in front of the school on Highway 505. “The current sign is showing its age. The new sign will be easier to read and easier to update.”, said Martin Huffman, Principal of Toledo High School.
Mrs. Brusco is the widow of Gene Miller, a Toledo resident and volunteer and retired teacher and coach, Primo Brusco. The sign is donated in their memories. “I’ve been thinking about this project for two years”, said Mrs. Miller Brusco. “I believe in paying it forward. This (sign) will benefit the whole community and area.”
Primo Brusco’s first teaching job was at Toledo High School in 1950. He coached all sports and was coach of several district champions. Primo was also the first “Big Cheese” in 1950. He was an active member of the Toledo community and was involved in the Elks, American Legion, Ocean Park Volunteer Firefighters and the Toledo Historical Society. He retired from education in 1977 as superintendent of Stevedore (CO) School District. Many Toledo residents remember Primo as a strict but loving teacher and coach.
“We’re so grateful for this donation”, said Brad Dykstra, Toledo School Board President. “The community relies on this sign for much of the information about what’s happening.”
Dedication of the sign will be on Tuesday, November 28 at 2 p.m. at Toledo High School. The public is invited to attend.
About the Toledo School District
Located in Southwest Washington, the Toledo School District serves nearly 780 K-12 students. To learn more, visit www.toledoschools.us.
Image courtesy ToledoTel
Pick up your cards during the month of November from our business office and games begin December 1st! This year's grand prize is a Google Home smart speaker. 8 other fabulous bingo prizes!
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Today: TES PTO posted: Can you spare a few hours (this) week after school Monday or Tuesday? We could use your help with the kids closet! Click on the link below for more details. Thanks and have a great Thanksgiving! We are thankful for all of you!
Sign up online at this link.
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Cyber Monday Deals - are they genuine bargains? Or artificial discounts on over-priced goods? Regardless, Tuesday’s Tech Report will link legitimate price-watcher sites (not the spam variety) plus one that sniffs out deeper price reductions after your purchase and sends you the difference automatically.
Remember - always practice safe (web) surfing. Start with a VPN, defined in this article, and safety on public WiFi.
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Tuesday:
Also Tuesday: Tis the Season… Room for 3 male* cats to catch the van for overnight trip. Toledo’s Twila Collins manages Cat’s Meow SNAP! Of Lewis County, offering low-cost spay & neuter to feral and household felines. Calendar at link above, payments at brownpapertickets.
Also on Facebook.
*Waiting list for females
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Wednesday: Toledo Community Library Adult Page Turners holds their book discussion on The Time Keeper by Mitch Albom 1:30 p.m. this afternoon, then selects next month’s read. Meets last Wednesday monthly.
Library open until 7 p.m. Wednesday, 5 p.m. Thursday & Saturday.
Heads up: Library Book & Bake Sale 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Saturday December 2, plus photos with Santa noon - 2 p.m.
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Reservations required: Toledo Senior Center Nutrition Lunch Wednesday features stuffed green peppers with green salad & garlic cheese bread, peaches & tapioca pudding, Friday meatloaf with mashed potatoes, sliced carrots, pears & dinner roll.
Nutrition Lunches are sponsored in part by Area Agency on Aging. Suggested donation $3 for those 60+ years of age. Contact Diana, diana.haug@lewsicountywa.gov or call (360)864-2112 for details.
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Photos from TOT archives unless otherwise noted.
Everyday Heroes: Envisioned as a local September 11 observation recognizing lesser-known acts of kindness and heroism. Send your nominations to toledo.columnist@gmail.com.
Email your news, reviews and events to: toledo.columnist@gmail.com
The Other Toledo is on Facebook.
Pick up your cards during the month of November from our business office and games begin December 1st! This year's grand prize is a Google Home smart speaker. 8 other fabulous bingo prizes!
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Today: TES PTO posted: Can you spare a few hours (this) week after school Monday or Tuesday? We could use your help with the kids closet! Click on the link below for more details. Thanks and have a great Thanksgiving! We are thankful for all of you!
Sign up online at this link.
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Cyber Monday Deals - are they genuine bargains? Or artificial discounts on over-priced goods? Regardless, Tuesday’s Tech Report will link legitimate price-watcher sites (not the spam variety) plus one that sniffs out deeper price reductions after your purchase and sends you the difference automatically.
Remember - always practice safe (web) surfing. Start with a VPN, defined in this article, and safety on public WiFi.
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Tuesday:
- Toledo New Life Food Bank 10 a.m. - noon Tuesday
- High School Sign Dedication 2 p.m. Community invited.
- Vision:Toledo Arts, Rec & Events 6:30 p.m. at The MAC
Also Tuesday: Tis the Season… Room for 3 male* cats to catch the van for overnight trip. Toledo’s Twila Collins manages Cat’s Meow SNAP! Of Lewis County, offering low-cost spay & neuter to feral and household felines. Calendar at link above, payments at brownpapertickets.
Also on Facebook.
*Waiting list for females
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Wednesday: Toledo Community Library Adult Page Turners holds their book discussion on The Time Keeper by Mitch Albom 1:30 p.m. this afternoon, then selects next month’s read. Meets last Wednesday monthly.
Library open until 7 p.m. Wednesday, 5 p.m. Thursday & Saturday.
Heads up: Library Book & Bake Sale 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Saturday December 2, plus photos with Santa noon - 2 p.m.
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Reservations required: Toledo Senior Center Nutrition Lunch Wednesday features stuffed green peppers with green salad & garlic cheese bread, peaches & tapioca pudding, Friday meatloaf with mashed potatoes, sliced carrots, pears & dinner roll.
Nutrition Lunches are sponsored in part by Area Agency on Aging. Suggested donation $3 for those 60+ years of age. Contact Diana, diana.haug@lewsicountywa.gov or call (360)864-2112 for details.
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Photos from TOT archives unless otherwise noted.
Everyday Heroes: Envisioned as a local September 11 observation recognizing lesser-known acts of kindness and heroism. Send your nominations to toledo.columnist@gmail.com.
Email your news, reviews and events to: toledo.columnist@gmail.com
The Other Toledo is on Facebook.
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