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09.29.2017 Friday Column & Weekend Outlook

9/29/2017

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In today’s column:
  • Toledo Thursday Market Celebrates Successful First Season
  • County-Wide Burn Ban Still In Force
  • Cowlitz Tribe Responds To Millennium Terminal Permit  
  • Gallery 505 Wraps Up Harvest Time
  • Weekend Outlook & Beyond
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Image courtesy Toledo Middle School

From Toledo Middle School: Friday is "Wear your Toledo Pride Shirt Day"...please wear either your red or black Toledo Pride shirt!!

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Toledo Thursday Market bids 2017 farewell…
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...but not for long. ​
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Image courtesy Camp Singing Wind

Watch this space to see what’s next.

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ToledoTel shares Rainier Connect’s link about a Netflix Scam: Please be cautious when responding to emails. We recommend going to the site rather than clicking on a link in an email you are not expecting. Usually a company will also provide information on the website or in your account of any issues. If all else fails, you can look up the phone number and call customer service.

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From Lewis County Fire Protection District 2 (Toledo) - Diane asks:
Even though we have had some rain, can you please remind people that the burn ban has not changed? I have received calls from people saying that they heard recreational burning was now allowed, after following up I found this to be incorrect. This is the current information on the Lewis County Website under burn permits:


Effective 12:01 a.m. on August 7, 2017 burn restrictions are in place in Lewis County.This Modification and upgrade prohibits all outdoor burning which includes recreational fires.Burn permits are currently not valid. The burning of garbage, paper or other refuse is strictly prohibited at all times. You may obtain additional information at www.lewiscountywa.gov/communitydevelopment or by calling the 24 Hour Automated Information Line at 360-740-1133.


Normally past practice, the ban is lifted around mid October, current information can be read at the Lewis County link attached.


Thank  you.
Diane Wallace
Business /HR Manager
Lewis County Fire District 2
Lewis County Medic One
360-864-2366 #1
360-864-8366 fax

Want to do something apolitical Monday nights? Toledo Fire Department meets for training and drills 7 p.m. Download your application here.


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From Cowlitz Cowlitz Indian Tribe: Chairman Iyall states “We thank the Department of Ecology for protecting the people of Washington State. 
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Image courtesy Cowlitz Indian Tribe

The Millennium Bulk Terminals coal export facility has posed a great threat to our people, our food resources including salmon, and to our communities.”

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Toledo School District shared TES PTO’s link:
Images courtesy TES PTO

TES PTO says: Thank you Brooke, Pam, Kendra, Bob, and all the volunteers and sponsors who make this garden a shining jewel in our community "crown." 
   https://www.facebook.com/groups/765978993438102/permalink/1502540943115233/

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From the Toledo Community Library: Remember copiers? They made black and white documents from your own original sheet. Didn’t print or fax. Anyone have one to donate to the library? Seems the current model has finally given up. Contact the library during business hours: Wednesdays until 7 p.m., Thursdays and Saturdays until 5 p.m.

Hmm, I finally passed along an old IBM Selectric to someone a while ago, the precursor to word processors. No?  

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Sept. 29 is National Coffee Day. Steamboat Plaza is on top of it! Check it out...

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Path of Hope Al-Anon Family Group meets 7 p.m. Fridays at Toledo Presbyterian Church, 312 Augustus.

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Today through Saturday: Gallery 505 Artists Co-op wraps up September’s Harvest Time. Open 1 - 5 p.m. Next up: Fall Colors. Watch for Opening Night info.
Also on Facebook.

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Today through Sunday:
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Weekend Outlook & Beyond:
  • Toledo High School ASB Breakfast Saturday - CANCELLED
  • National Parks Fee Free Day Saturday
  • Monday - City Council Meeting

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Reservations required: Toledo Senior Center Nutrition Lunch Wednesday features fish & chips with coleslaw, cornbread, and strawberry Jello w/fruit cocktail, Friday Swedish meatballs, mashed potatoes, mixed veggies, peaches & 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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09.28.2017 Thursday Column & Health Corner

9/28/2017

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In today’s column:
  • Lewis County 9-1-1 Outage
  • Recap: Vision:Toledo Arts, Rec & Events
  • Toledo Thursday Market Today
  • High School ASB Breakfast Saturday Cancelled
  • Health Corner: Sleep Deprivation Linked To Cancer, Dementia


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Andrea Jones wrote: Well, first year experimental garden did pretty well, despite my severe neglect! Still getting summer squash and the winter squash is looking pretty. Kale and chard is still growing. I harvested these tomatoes today - there are lots more green ones out there - do I let them go a bit longer or pick them now and window ripen?? I don't want to lose them all. Gardeners? Permies? I need your advice!

Word has it she also had a bumper crop of kittens this year...

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Jill Davis says: Let people know that we have a few 2017 Walk in the Park t-shirts remaining, for sale at City Hall. 
The 2017 t-shirts are $10.00 each (last years $8.00 each). Adult sizes are limited and plenty of youth sizes! Thank you!
 
Contact Jill at (360)864-4564.

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Lewis County Tribune reported last night: The Lewis County 911 center is experiencing difficulties right now and is currently on priority traffic. If you have an emergency, the alternate number for 911 dispatch is 360-740-1105. Lewis County Alert is currently trying to transfer 911 emergency service to Thurston County 911.


Update on Lewis County 911 Outage: Century Link has reported a "major fiber optic line cut" between Olympia and Centralia which is affecting LAND LINE phones (only) ability to call 911. Wireless lines appear to be not affected. Currently, land line 911 calls are being routed through our back-up call center at Thurston County (TCOMM). TCOMM is routing calls back to us via our business lines. ETA for fiber cut repair is estimated at 8 hours.

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Tuesday’s vision:Toledo Arts Rec & Events recap:

Pat Caldwell reported: Tracy McFarland and her husband Dan Luce put on two wonderful performances at the library this past weekend. There were songs, stories and puppetry. We had large crowds at the 1 and 3 o'clock performances. Donations up and an increasing number of patrons coming in.

Don Brenner :many "historical items (have been) showing up" in the History Room at the Library. Toledo Historical Society has postcards available for only $1.00 each and "The Toledo Community Story" is on sale for $20.00 per copy.

Jamie Cummings has spoken with the "Iron King", a metal sculptor, who is pricing a design for Steamboat Alley's entry.

Because produce is still being harvested, Toledo Thursday Market will be open again this Thursday, Sept. 28.

Brooke Acosta reports the school will begin this year's gardening science classes next week for K-5th graders. County Extension Service topics will include worms, seeds, and soil testing. The Kid's Garden Club will be making applesauce this week and they are looking for an apple cider press.  Anybody know of one? Also, the TES PTO will run the Harvest Festival at the Grade School before Halloween.

Gary Whiteside shared: We have many projects to work on as we roll into the Fall/Winter months, i.e. holiday decorations for planters, cedar surrounds for dilapidated planters, clearing and planting a hedgerow along the fence in the Kemp Olson Park and a grant funded expansion of the Honor Garden.  For CGT to maintain and grow we are seeking out volunteers, and donations are always welcome. For further information please email Common Ground Toledo at glenngarann@aol.com or visit https://www.facebook.com/CommonGroundToledo/.

Recent Events:
    Tom Boone said that attendance for the 53rd annual Threshing Bee and Gas Show topped 8500 visitors, many from out of state.
    A small number of volunteers got a lot done at the End Of Summer Clean Up in Kemp Olson Park. Thanks.
     18th annual Cowlitz Tribe Pow Wow at Toledo High School was wonderful. Great drumming.
    Mike Morgan said over 300 art lovers passed through the Morgan Arts Centre and Pauli Wolfe's studio over the two weekends to see art by nine local artists during the 15th Annual ARTrails Studio Tour.       
    Joh Jones said 36 people "walked the walk" around the park for the 2nd Annual Esther Borte Walk in the Park.  v:T raised over $1000 for improvements to the City Park.

New Business:
    Streetscaping - On Friday Sept. 22, several v:T members met with representatives from SCJ Alliance, a civil engineering and transportation design company, to look at improvements to SR 505 as it passes through Toledo.  Working with the City (pro bono), SCJ will create a general concept rendering. The cosmetic look to the 505 "streetscape" will come from the v:T committee, et al with the City Council's approval. Included are improved street lighting, a safer intersection by the bank, better signage for businesses, sidewalk improvements, bridge lighting, and better views of the river.  If you would like to get involved with this effort, please contact Michelle Whitten at City Hall, (360)864-4564.
    Winterfest - v:T is looking for a community volunteer to help co-ordinate holiday lighting and events in Toledo for December. The next Winterfest meeting will be at the Morgan Arts Centre on Saturday Oct. 7 at noon.  Anyone interested is welcome.

Other Business:
    School Bond - Supt. Chris Rust said that the Facilities Advisory Committee has completed a second review of the District facilities and has made a recommendation to the School Board to propose a $12.9 million bond in November.  With the passage of the bond, the vision for Toledo will look much brighter.  For more info, call 864-6325 or check website: www.toledoschools.us

Welcome Basket - Sheila Richardson shared she would like to put together a Welcome Package for those who are new to the Toledo Community for the purpose of promoting our local organizations and local businesses. The Welcome Package could contain coupons and giveaways from local businesses and information about all the ways newbies could volunteer in the community. This could be given out when the newbie comes in to sign up for service at ToledoTel and would only be for those new to the area (and not those for example who are moving across town).  We'd likely need a dozen Welcome Packages on hand. ToledoTel gets about 15 or so new installs per month, but not all are newbies. My guess is about 6 Welcome Packages would qualify per month.  I would like to invite anyone interested to work with me on this. Contact Sheila number at ToledoTel is (360)864-2025.

Haunted Barn Party - Dave presented info about this 2nd annual Halloween event held out on Oyler Road on Oct. 28.  Its purpose is to provide a venue for special needs folks so they can partake in events structured to their needs.  All ages are invited and need to be accompanied by a responsible adult.  For more info:  360-978-5277  or  barnparty@outlook.com

Next vision:Toledo A.R.E. meeting:  6:30 p.m. Tuesday, October 24 at the Morgan Arts Centre

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From Toledo Community Library: Adult Page Turners held their book discussion yesterday, then selected next month’s read.

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Image courtesy Toledo Community Library

Next Adult Page Turners October 25, 2017. Meets last Wednesday monthly.
Thanks to Charlie for keeping me up to date on All things Library.

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Wring every last drop of summer out of September: Toledo Thursday Market 3 - 7 PM across from boat launch. Handmade & home grown goods and produce from local crafters and gardeners. Family friendly, kids activities, sometimes live music and performances. Vendor apps here.

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Cancelled: From Toledo High School - Saturday’s ASB Breakfast cancelled due to lack of presale commitment.

Support team/group fundraisers. These students need and deserve your help to cover expenses. Show ‘em you care.

Reminder: Class of 2018 Textile Drive funds the senior class end-of-year getaway. Apparel and linens too worn for re-use can still make a difference in your own community. Labeled bags may be delivered to high school through December.  

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From Vision:Toledo, Tina Lyons reminds everyone: Many box tops are expiring 11/1/17, please get them in asap so we can get them mailed off and collect $$$ for our school. You can send them with your child to school, a neighbor child or just drop them off at the elementary school. Your help is appreciated. The money we raise helps pay for the Pacific Science Center, Field Trips, Garden Club, Reading Night, Jog a thon, the Clothes Closet, Teacher Appreciation and more. Questions? Please ask me.

One reader commented: I submitted $524.00 to box tops from last year. Your box tops pay for so many things for our kids!

Drop box also available at the Library.

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Get your Wellies: Washington Department of Fish & Wildlife shares: Saturday, Sept. 30, is National Public Lands Day – a good time to explore one of Washington’s 33 wildlife areas that provide nearly a million acres of fish and wildlife habitat and recreation opportunities. Plan your visit by learning more at http://wdfw.wa.gov/lands/wildlife_areas/. Learn more about Lands Day events on other public lands across the state at https://www.neefusa.org/find-an-event/WA .

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Health Corner: Sleep Deprivation Linked To Cancer, Dementia

This post from The Guardian summarizes two decades of research linking lack of adequate daily sleep to dementia and even cancer. Need another reason to hit the snooze?

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Last week: Television’s TheDrs hosted cardiologist Doctor Nieca Goldberg, and Doctor of Pharmacology James DiNicolantonio, to debate opposing views: too much salt versus salt deficit. Link to article with 4-minute video segment here. DiNicolantonio claims sugar is interfering with our body’s ability to utilize salt, further stating that sugar cravings can be connected to a more natural need for simple table salt (though he recommends a pink salt that also delivers iodine in the proper ratio for thyroid function - another health issue linked to restricted sodium intake).

Pass the olives, please!

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09.26.2017 Tuesday Column & Tech Report

9/26/2017

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In today’s column:
  • Weekend Recap: Walk in the Park, Puppetry, ARTrails
  • Today: Creative Stitchery, Vision:Toledo Arts, Rec & Events
  • Week Ahead: Page Turners, Thursday Market, ASB Breakfast, More
  • Tech Report: All Over The Board
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So in my search for an inexpensive lightweight electric mower, this old-school model was re-discovered amongst some other vintage relics. Variable speed, mulches, runs on sunshine & caffeine.

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Image courtesy John Morgan

Jake shared: Great weather and turnout for (Saturday’s) walk. Thanks everyone for keeping this going.

Check out more pics on Toledo’s Walk in the Park on Facebook.

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Toledo Community Library posted: We had a great time watching the "Under the Same Sky" puppet show by Tracy McFarland and Dan Luce.
Image courtesy Friends of the Toledo Library

Two free all ages shows were enjoyed on Saturday. 

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ARTrails of SW Washington posts: Thank you for another wonderful ARTrails Studio Tour! If you attended, did you fill out our survey card or take our electronic survey? If you didn't do it during the tour, would you mind doing it here? Thank you! http://www.artrailsofsww.org/studio-tour-questionnaire/

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US National Weather Service Portland OR shared this report Monday night from:  National Tsunami Warning Center
This is a Tsunami Information Statement for Alaska, British Columbia, Washington, Oregon, and California.
* There is no tsunami danger for the U.S. West Coast, British Columbia, or Alaska.
* Based on the depth of the earthquake, a tsunami is not expected.
Tsunami Information Statement Number 1
Earthquake Information
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Location: south of the Fiji Islands
Lat: 23.8 S
Lon: 176.4 W
Magnitude: 6.5
Origin Time: 2017-09-25 21:19 PDT
Depth: 65 miles
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* This will be the only U.S. National Tsunami Warning Center
message for this event unless additional information becomes
available. Refer to the internet site tsunami.gov for
more information.

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Camp Singing Wind shares Bossy Acres’ uniquely Toledo form of entertainment.
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Image courtesy Camp Singing Wind

Check out CSW’s October event. I cannot wait!


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Speaking of October: Vision:Toledo shared a post from Citizens For Great Toledo Schools, adding: Do you know someone who is not registered to vote or perhaps is registered but moved?
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"Registration Requirements
You must complete a voter registration form if you are registering for the first time in Washington or if you have moved to a new county. If you have moved within the same county, you may transfer your registration by completing a new form or contacting your county auditor by mail, email, or phone. You do not have to register by political party in order to register to vote."

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Today: Toledo Senior Center hosts Creative Stitchery* 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. for any and all needleworkers in a supportive atmosphere. BYO brown bag lunch and finish that project you put away long ago or tackle a new one, learn another craft or share your knowledge on a classic one. Or just bring the mending and share a cuppa with new faces & old friends.

Contact Diana, diana.haug@lewsicountywa.gov or call (360)864-2112 for details.

*Creative Stitchery is a working name for this new group.

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Toledo New Life Community Food Bank 10 a.m. - noon last Tuesday & Wednesday monthly serving our community area of Toledo by sharing the love of Christ through the essential needs we all have.

Visit http://www.toledo-new-life.com or call (360)864-4366.

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Also Tuesday:

vision:TOLEDO   ARTS, RECREATION, & EVENTS       
6:30 p.m. at Morgan Arts Centre

AGENDA for Tuesday, September 26, 2017

Old Business
    a. Library -- Pat Caldwell
    b. Historical Society -- Don Brenner
    c. Steamboat Alley -- Jamie Cummings
    d. Thursday Market --
    e. TES Kid's Garden -- Brooke Acosta
     f.  Common Ground Toledo -- Gary Whiteside
Recent Toledo Events
    a. Threshing Bee --
    b.  Cowlitz Tribal Pow Wow --
    c. ARTrails -- Mike Morgan       
    d.  Walk in the Park -- Jill Davis
New Business
    a. SCJ Alliance meeting -- Joh Jones
    b. Winterfest -- Steve Dobosh
Other Business


Vision:Toledo Arts, Rec and Events meets 6:30 p.m. fourth Tuesdays monthly at Morgan Arts Centre. Get on board with the movers and shakers in your community. Contact (360)864-4ART for details.

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Tech Report: All Over The Board

MoneyTalksNews lists The 10 Most Counterfeited Products - And How To Spot Them in this article Monday. Suffice to say, electronics still rank high on the list.

Also from MoneyTalksNews: just when you think it cannot get worse, lawmakers are promoting a bill that would spare Equifax and others responsible for massive data breaches from punitive damages beyond $500,000 for an entire class action suit.

Lifehacker reports on Skimmer Scanner, a free Android app that protects you from credit card skimmers at the gas pump or ATM.

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Face it, email is not a good place to store files. MUO explains How to Extract & Download Multiple Email Attachments in Bulk

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On the lighter side:

My Wish List favorite time sink is The Gadgeteer, and this week’s review features a DIY bicycle - really - although it looks very cool (and priced to match).

For the STEM-types, MakeUseOf reveals 10 Amazing Halloween Props You Can Make With A Raspberry Pi.

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Week Ahead:
  • Library Adult Page Turners Wednesday Afternoon
  • Cowlitz Prairie Grange #737 Wednesday Night
  • Toledo Thursday Market
  • ASB Fundraiser Breakfast Saturday
  • National Parks Fee-Free Day Saturday
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Chimi's End of Summer Send-Off Saturday

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09.25.2017 Monday Column

9/25/2017

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In today’s column:
  • Toledo Schools On 2-Hour Late Start - ACT - Today
  • An Open Letter Of Thanks From Freeman School District
  • High School Teacher Awarded Claes Nobel Educator Of Distinction
  • Toledo Historical Society Meets Today
  • Creative Stitchery, Vision:Toledo Arts, Rec & Events Tomorrow ​
  • ​Toledo High School Sports Week of September 25-30, 2017
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Monday: Toledo School District reminder - September Sept 25th ACT Late Start. Classes begin 2 hours late.

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Toledo School District posted this link last Friday afternoon:

From our friends in the Freeman School District:
FREEMAN STRONG

The entire Freeman Family wants to thank the thousands of people and organizations from our community, our state, and beyond for providing us with overwhelming support during our darkest hour. Your support has lifted us up and inspired us as we move along in our healing process. This tragedy has truly brought out the best in everyone—our students, our staff, our parents, and our community—and we are so incredibly proud and grateful.

On Monday morning, our Freeman Family came together to welcome our students back to school. It was a really good day for Freeman. Watching our students walk back into the High School, arms and hands linked, surrounded by staff and family, was truly moving and something we will never forget. In a week filled with emotion and grief, this was such a positive moment for our students, staff, and parents.

Along with all the displays and messages of support from around the region, volunteers and donated food and services, we have over 65 volunteer counselors from surrounding school districts and agencies along with therapy dogs here on campus providing invaluable services to all students, staff, and parents. These resources will be available for as long as needed.

We know the healing process will be long and difficult, but your outpouring of love and support is so helpful and will never be forgotten. Thanks to you, our Freeman Family is Freeman Strong.

Thank you,

Freeman Students
Freeman Staff
Freeman Parents​
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From Toledo High School: ​
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Image courtesy Toledo High School

Press Release
The National Society of High School Scholars
September 13, 2017

TOLEDO HIGH SCHOOL EDUCATOR NAMED
CLAES NOBEL EDUCATOR OF DISTINCTION         

Jim Echtle, an educator at Toledo High School in Toledo, WA, was recently selected as a Claes Nobel Educator of Distinction by the National Society of High School Scholars (NSHSS). A role model to pupils, Jim was nominated by a student for outstanding dedication and commitment to excellence in the profession.

Each year student members of NSHSS are invited to nominate the educator who has made the most significant contribution to their academic career for the Claes Nobel Educator of Distinction award. This honor recognizes exemplary educators whose passion and devotion inspire their students to grow and develop as scholars, leaders and citizens.

The National Society of High School Scholars seeks to advance the goals and aspirations of high-achieving students through unique learning experiences, scholarships, internships, international study and peer networks. From attending the annual Nobel Week festivities in Stockholm, to internships in major corporations and government agencies, pre-college summer study programs, and more than $2,000,000 in exclusive scholarships awarded annually, NSHSS is continually seeking new ways to provide lifetime learning and growth opportunities for academically talented and accomplished student leaders, and the educators who support them.

“Dedicated educators who exhibit a commitment to excellence deserve our highest praise and  appreciation,” said NSHSS President James W. Lewis. “Through our Educators of Distinction program and the grants we provide to support professional development and enrich classroom instruction, we hope to acknowledge and encourage the vital work of the teachers, counselors and administrators who are shaping the intellect and character of our young scholars.”

About the National Society of High School Scholars (NSHSS)
Formed in 2002 by James W. Lewis and Claes Nobel, senior member of the family that established the Nobel Prizes, the National Society of High School Scholars recognizes academic excellence at the high school level and helps to advance the goals and aspirations of high-achieving millennials through unique learning experiences, scholarships, internships, international study and peer networks. NSHSS members become lifetime members. At each step along the way - from high school to college to career - NSHSS connects outstanding young scholars with the resources they need to develop their strengths and pursue their passions. Currently there are more than 1,300,000 Society members in 160 countries. To help us further efforts that provide students with continued opportunity, please acknowledge NSHSS in any press release mentions by providing a resource link to www.nshss.org. For more information about NSHSS visit www.nshss.org.

Media Contact Danielle Bedasse
pr@nshss.org
404-235-5500
(Fax) 404-235-5510

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Toledo School District linked The Chronicle’s post on Echtle as well.

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ToledoTel shared: Proud to support the Toledo Elementary School Gardens!
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Thank you Brooke Acosta, Lewis County Extension, WSU, all the other volunteers and of course our wonderful TES teachers!

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Coming soon to a beach near you: Annie get your (clam)gun, October razor clam season is ON! The Other Toledo posted this link from 365 Things To Do In Washington State. Make mine Manhattan-style chowder, please!

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Toledo Historical Society meets 4 p.m. Monday, September 25 at 4 PM at Toledo Community Library.
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New members welcome.

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Tuesday: Toledo Senior Center hosts Creative Stitchery* 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. for any and all needleworkers in a supportive atmosphere. BYO brown bag lunch and finish that project you put away long ago or tackle a new one, learn another craft or share your knowledge on a classic one. Or just bring the mending and share a cuppa with new faces & old friends.

Help decide what kind of group this will become, including a title/name.

*Creative Stitchery is a working name for this new group.

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Toledo New Life Community Food Bank 10 a.m. - noon last Tuesday & Wednesday monthly serving our community area of Toledo by sharing the love of Christ through the essential needs we all have.

Visit http://www.toledo-new-life.com or call (360)864-4366.

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Also Tuesday:

vision:TOLEDO   ARTS, RECREATION, & EVENTS       
6:30 p.m. at Morgan Arts Centre

AGENDA for Tuesday, September 26, 2017

Old Business
    a. Library -- Pat Caldwell
    b. Historical Society -- Don Brenner
    c. Steamboat Alley -- Jamie Cummings
    d. Thursday Market --
    e. TES Kid's Garden -- Brooke Acosta
     f.  Common Ground Toledo -- Gary Whiteside
Recent Toledo Events
    a. Threshing Bee --
    b.  Cowlitz Tribal Pow Wow --
    c. ARTrails -- Mike Morgan       
    d.  Walk in the Park -- Jill Davis
New Business
    a. SCJ Alliance meeting -- Joh Jones
    b. Winterfest -- Steve Dobosh
Other Business


Vision:Toledo Arts, Rec and Events meets 6:30 p.m. fourth Tuesdays monthly at Morgan Arts Centre. Get on board with the movers and shakers in your community. Contact (360)864-4ART for details.

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Toledo High School Sports Week of September 25-30, 2017:

Mon 25th JV Football @ PeEll/Willipa 6:00
               Soccer vs. Adna 6:00
Tue 26th Cross Country @ Kalama 4:00
              Volleyball @ Kalama 5:45/7:00
Wed 27th Soccer @ Napavine 4:00/6:00
Thurs 28th JV Soccer @ Montesano 5:00
Fri 29th Football @ Toutle Lake 7:00
Sat 30th Cross Country @ Toutle Lake

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Reservations required: Toledo Senior Center Nutrition Lunch Wednesday features taco salad with tortilla chips, peaches & tapioca pudding, Friday garden rice chicken salad, apricots, pickles beets & cheesecake.

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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09.22.2917 Friday Column & Weekend Outlook

9/22/2017

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In today’s column:
  • Common Ground Toledo Earns Thanks From TES PTO
  • Lewis County Text To 9-1-1 Arriving Early 2018
  • Fundraiser Dinner @ THS Tonight
  • Weekend Outlook: WitP, ARTrails, Puppeteers, More
Images courtesy Common Ground Toledo

Gary Whiteside posted: Common Ground Toledo received a wonderful personalized thank you from the Toledo Grade School Garden Initiative Program. Brooke Acosta along with her team of volunteers are teaching children the importance of how a garden grows and why gardens are important to all of us. We are honored to be of help to such a great community program. Together we all can help Toledo grow!

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Speaking of locally grown, Tom Boone linked this post from WA State Dept of Agriculture: Calling all schools! It's time to sign up for Taste Washington Day!
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Celebrate and educate about Washington Agriculture by serving locally grown food at your school on October 4. Sign up at: http://www.wafarmtoschool.org/Page/28/taste-washington-day

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At long last, Lewis County will join 39 others in Washington early 2018 in implementing NG911, or Text To 9-1-1, according to The Chronicle. Manager Dave Anderson was quoted: “This actually brings us into the 21st century.”

Now, about those senior centers…

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Toledo Thursday Market anchor vendors loaded my deep-pocket shopping bag with various greens and exquisite Dragonfly chocolates for the freshest, friendliest, tastiest experience I suffered all day shopping. Restored my smile as I headed home. See you again next week.

Download vendor application here.

Through September (and maybe longer).

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Thanks also to all my wonderful neighbors for supplementing my meager crop efforts this year. So glad for summer’s bounty shared!

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Toledo School District Update: Parts for the last phase of the THS water project arrive.
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Image courtesy Toledo School District

Water will be off on Saturday at THS to allow installation.

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Who’s that at the helm?
Images courtesy Toledo School District

Why, it’s THS Principal Martin Huffman!
From the grins, this crew feels confident in their pilot. Toledo School District seeking substitute bus drivers (plus a few other positions). Training provided.

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Order now: Commemorate your current or former Armed Services Member with an inscribed brick on Toledo’s Wall of Honor in Kemp Olson Park.
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Pick up forms at local businesses or download here.

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Reservations required: Toledo Senior Center Nutrition Lunch Wednesday features taco salad with tortilla chips, peaches & tapioca pudding, Friday garden rice chicken salad, apricots, pickles beets & cheesecake.

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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Today: Toledo Food Bank open 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. second and fourth Fridays monthly behind City Hall.

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Today: Baked Potato Bar Fundraiser 5:30-7:00 p.m.
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Image courtesy Farmers Insurance & Financial Services

Seth Rowe is a 2017 THS alumnus. In late August, Seth was the victim of a hit and run while cycling on Park Rd. Seth's injuries will require lots of physical therapy. This is an opportunity for the community to support him and his family with the cost of medical care he needs.

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Path of Hope Al-Anon Family Group meets 7 p.m. Fridays at Toledo Presbyterian Church, 312 Augustus.

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Cowlitz Prairie Grange Jam Night 7:00 p.m. second, fourth and fifth Fridays. Performers and supporters welcome. Donation at door. Contact tomboone1146@yahoo.com or (360)262-3696.

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Saturday:

Jill Davis shared: Here are a few raffle prizes for Saturday's walk! ​
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Images courtesy Walk in the Park

A BBQ basket, 2 - $25 gift certificates to the Lucky Eagle Fire Kitchen Buffet, a $25 gift certificate to Chimis Mexican Restaurant, and a 1 night Staycation at Quinault Beach Resort which includes a $50 food voucher to Emily's Fine Dining.

This year’s event begins 10 a.m. followed by BBQ at noon, best costume & other awards, raffle baskets & quilt crafted from Esther’s fabrics and pattern.

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Also:

  • ARTrails of SW Washington 15th Annual Studio Tour 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Saturday/Sunday
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Image courtesy ARTrailsofSWW

Download the 2017 catalog including map.

Also: Stop by Gallery 505 Artists Co-op 1 - 5 p.m. Wednesday - Saturday. September theme: Harvest Time. Through September 30 Local artists works offered in canvas, wood, textiles, metal, and more.

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  • Puppeteers 1 & 3 p.m. @ Toledo Community Library
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Image courtesy Toledo Community Library

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  • Sept 23rd Free Spaghetti Feed and Karaoke w/ Michael Gibson 4:00 - 7:00pm @ Toledo Presbyterian Church
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Toledo Youth Football posted: Saturday’s games for B Squad starts at 5:30 p.m. and A Squad starts at 7:30 p.m. in Winlock.
Playing under the lights.

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ICYMI*:

School Required Immunizations Available at No CostSchool Required Immunizations Available at No Cost
Posted on 09/07/2017

Kaiser Permanent (formerly Group Health) in Olympia is having Back to School Immunization Clinic on Saturday, September 23, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.  Children do not have to be Thurston County residents to receive immunizations.

Who: Students entering pre-school through 18 years of age


What: School required immunizations are available at no cost
  • Hepatitis B
  • Hib (heamophilus influenza)
  • IPV (inactivated poliovirus)
  • Varicella (chickenpox)
  • PCV 13 (pneumococcal conjugate)
  • MMR (measles, mumps, rubella)
  • DTaP/Tdap (diphtheria, tetanus, pertussis)

When: Saturday, September 23rd from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
         Kaiser Permanente Olympia Medical Center*
         (formerly Group Health)
         700 Lilly Road NE, Olympia
         * You do not have to be a Kaiser member to participate
What do you need to know:
  • Bring the child’s previous immunization records (if available)
  • Students must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian
  • No pre-registration necessary
  • No exemptions/waivers issued
  • Immunizations available on a first-come, first-served basis

Questions: Contact Jennifer Dixon at dixonjm@co.thurston.wa.us or 360-867-2609.

*ICYMI = In Case You Missed It

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Monday: Toledo School District reminder - September Sept 25th ACT Late Start. Classes begin 2 hours late.

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Toledo Historical Society meets 4 p.m. Monday, September 25 at 4 PM at Toledo Community Library. 
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Mural in Toledo Community Library.

New members welcome.

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Tuesday: Vision:Toledo Arts, Rec and Events meets 6:30 p.m. fourth Tuesdays monthly at Morgan Arts Centre. Get on board with the movers and shakers in your community. Contact (360)864-4ART for details.

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09.21.2017 Thursday Column & Health Corner

9/21/2017

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In today’s column:
  • Local Artist Reaches Out
  • Toledo Thursday Market Extends Season
  • City Planning Commission, Toledo School Board Meet Tonight
  • Saturday Highlights
  • Health Corner: Salt + Fat
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Nap Circle!

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Performing and media artist Paola Suculima De La Concha Zindel posts this outreach: I would like to put together a song for méxico right now and need a film maker musicians and singers who are willing today to make this happen. More...

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Chris Rust posted: Ethan has written about the technology from Star Trek in real life. Looking forward to the release of this one. You should too!
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Image courtesy Ethan Siegel

Pre-order Treknology: The Science of Star Trek from Tricorders to Warp Drive by author Ethan Siegel.

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Rachel says: Stop by Steamboat Plaza and do some shopping.
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Image courtesy Steamboat Plaza

Have you been to one of these events?

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Toledo Thursday Market 3 - 7 p.m. across from boat launch featuring the best in handmade and homegrown goods and produce. Kid’s entertainment, upcycled artworks, family friendly and unbeatably fresh.

Download vendor application here.

Through September (and maybe longer).

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Gallery 505 open late Market Thursdays. September theme: Harvest Time.
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While you’re there, pick up your copy of This Too Shall Collapse, the sequel to Sunburned, both by local author Jake Morgan.

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Also Thursday: Toledo School Board meets 7 p.m. Thursday at Middle School library. The public is invited to attend.

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And: Toledo Planning Commission meets 7 p.m third Thursdays monthly at City Council Chambers. Open to the public. Contact City of Toledo for more information.

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Friday: Baked Potato Bar 5:30-7:00 p.m. at Toledo High School Commons. By donation.

Seth Rowe is a 2017 THS alumnus. In late August, Seth was the victim of a hit and run while cycling on Park Rd. Seth's injuries will require lots of physical therapy. This is an opportunity for the community to support him and his family with the cost of medical care he needs.
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Saturday:

  • 2nd Annual Esther Borte Walk in the Park
  • 15th Annual ARTrails Studio Tour Sat/Sun
  • Under The Same Sky Performing Arts @ Community Library
  • Plus...
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Poster seen @ Cedar Village IGA

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Health Corner: Salt + Fat

My personal experimentation with addressing sugar cravings - especially those late-night ones signaling I’m beyond tired - led me to an unusual solution: olives. High in healthy* oil, these salty snacks quell my sweet tooth without triggering an intense yearning for more shortly afterward.

So what’s the science behind using salt & fat to knock out these obsessive yearnings?

One: Fat satisfies the body’s hunger. Initially, carbs calm the ravenous appetite; however, the chain of events that follow carb intake sets up that familiar cycle that signals for more. Endurance athletes need carbs. They provide fuel on demand.

Author Jon Krakauer researched the role of fat in nutrition in his 1997 book Into The Wild. WWII concentration camp rations were deliberately lacking in fat (and protein, but that’s a topic for another day), the stuff your brain needs.

Various tales of the Lost Boys of the Sudan found overpopulated refugee camps sending these orphaned youth onward to the next camp with a small sack of beans - and oil, crucial to even the thinnest existence.

Fitness guru Jorge Cruise titled a chapter in his 2002 book 8 Minutes In The Morning: Eat Fat To Get Fit.

Two: Salt deficit is, surprisingly, behind some of today's major chronic diseases, including kidney dysfunction - diabetes. What? Isn’t sugar and refined carbs the culprit behind diabetes?

Last December, this Health Corner post cited Dr Peter Osborne of Glutenology (YouTube) on magnesium, scratching the surface of this specific mineral deficiency, correlating “high blood pressure, depression, osteopenia/osteoporosis, elevated cholesterol levels, and more.”

Dr. James DiNicolantonio refers in his book The Salt Fix to the myriad ways salt deficit is emerging as the link to compromised kidney function, one of many chronic diseases attributable.

And both low levels of salt, and of magnesium, trigger those irresistible sweet tooth episodes. Listen to what that carb craving is trying to tell you.

***Disclaimer: As always, check with your medical practitioner before embarking on lifestyle changes. Health Corner topics are intended to raise questions rather than answer them definitively. Things change. New knowledge arises. Ancient wisdom is revived.
And miracles take place against all odds.

*”Healthy” oils are a matter of great debate. Olive is widely considered a healthy oil in nutrition circles. Avocado and coconut oils share that merit as well.

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09.20.2017 Wednesday Column

9/20/2017

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In today’s column:
  • Toledo Park Board Wins $1,000 Grant For City Park
  • Kaiser Permanente Offering No-Cost Student Immunizations
  • TES PTO Kid’s Garden Offers Fall Bounty
  • Walk in the Park 2017 Update
  • Toledo Lioness Club Meets Tonight
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Ready for a cold winter.

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Lewis County Tribune’s Jake Morgan shared this news:

NW Farm Credit Services
​NEWS
City of Toledo Park Advisory Board
Awarded Rural Community Grant
from Northwest Farm Credit Services


SPOKANE, Wash. (Sept. 18, 2017) – Northwest Farm Credit Services is proud to award City of Toledo Park Advisory Board in Toledo, Washington, a $1,000 Northwest FCS Rural Community Grant.


“The City of Toledo appreciates the grant from Northwest Farm Credit Services,” said Michelle Whitten, City Clerk/Treasurer. “It will go toward installation of an RV dump station at the City Park and campground, which has been on our list of much needed infrastructure projects for many years. Although the project may not seem glamorous, it will be greatly received by our community and those who visit.”

Photo courtesy Northwest Farm Credit Services. Pictured left to right: Toledo City Clerk Michelle Whitten, Northwest FCS Relationship Manager Justin Becker

Northwest FCS is committed to helping rural communities succeed. In 2017 to date, Northwest Farm Credit Services has committed $156,000 to 115 projects in rural communities across Idaho, Montana, Oregon and Washington. Since the program’s inception in 2007, it has awarded 748 grants totaling more than $1.36 million.


The next rural grant deadline is Oct. 1, 2017. If you think your rural project may be eligible for a grant, visit northwestfcs.com/Stewardship/Rural-Communities for more information and an application.


Northwest FCS is an $11 billion financial cooperative providing financing and related services to farmers, ranchers, agribusinesses, commercial fishermen, timber producers, rural homeowners and crop insurance customers in Montana, Idaho, Oregon, Washington and Alaska. Northwest FCS is a member of the nationwide Farm Credit System that supports agriculture and rural communities with reliable, consistent credit and financial services. For more information, go to northwestfcs.com


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Contact
Deb Strohmaier
Communications Specialist
Debra.Strohmaier@northwestfcs.com
509-340-5443

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Toledo Park Board meets 3 p.m. second Wednesdays monthly at City Hall Council Chambers. Contact cityoftoledo@toledotel.com or call (360)864-4564 for special accommodations.
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TES PTO’s Brooke posted: Although the rain is here and the temperatures are cooling, there is an abundance of food in the kid's garden. Many crops were planted for Fall and Winter harvest.
Images courtesy Brooke Sellards Acosta TES PTO

The weeds are thriving too! If you swing by for food, feel free to spend some time pulling weeds. It will make a huge difference for next season.

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Educator Annie shared her September 2017 Newsletter about MAP* Enrichment Programs, highlighting 3 Fall After-School Programs for ages 7 - 11 years, and previewing October’s Musikfeen, an introduction to music for ages 1 - 3 years.

Read the newsletter online here. Contact information and materials list included.  

*MAP = Multi-sensory Academic Partnerships

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PSA:

School Required Immunizations Available at No Cost
School Required Immunizations Available at No Cost
Posted on 09/07/2017

Kaiser Permanent (formerly Group Health) in Olympia is having Back to School Immunization Clinic on Saturday, September 23, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.  
Children do not have to be Thurston County residents to receive immunizations.

Who:     Students entering pre-school through 18 years of age

What:     School required immunizations are available at no cost
  • Hepatitis B
  • Hib (heamophilus influenza)
  • IPV (inactivated poliovirus)
  • Varicella (chickenpox)
  • PCV 13 (pneumococcal conjugate)
  • MMR (measles, mumps, rubella)
  • DTaP/Tdap (diphtheria, tetanus, pertussis)

When: Saturday, September 23rd from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

Where: Kaiser Permanente Olympia Medical Center*
         (formerly Group Health)
         700 Lilly Road NE, Olympia
     * You do not have to be a Kaiser member to participate

What do you need to know:
  • Bring the child’s previous immunization records (if available)
  • Students must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian
  • No pre-registration necessary
  • No exemptions/waivers issued
  • Immunizations available on a first-come, first-served basis

Questions: Contact Jennifer Dixon at dixonjm@co.thurston.wa.us or 360-867-2609

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Jill Davis reports: T-shirt’s are in for this weekend’s walk.
Images courtesy Jill Davis WitP

Saturday’s 2nd Annual Esther Borte Walk in the Park fundraiser includes quilt raffle featuring Esther’s original Blue lagoon pattern and fabrics from her cache, prizes and baskets plus a costume contest, with a BBQ following. Esther envisioned improving Toledo’s City Park to include a children’s water park plus updated RV amenities.

Details on Facebook.

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Today: Community Action Council of Lewis, Mason & Thurston Counties will be scheduling appointments for Energy Assistance beginning 9 a.m. September 20, 2017.

Details @ www.caclmt.org or call toll-free (800)878-5235.

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Toledo Community Library open until 7 p.m. Wednesday, 5 p.m. Thursday & Saturday.

One week remains to download The Sound Of Gravel for next week’s Adult Pageturners group, 1:30 p.m.last Wednesday monthly.
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Image courtesy Toledo Community Library
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Reminder: All ages performance by THS alum Tracy McFarland and husband Dan Luce. Saturday 1 p.m & 3 p.m. Free.
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Image courtesy Toledo Community Library

Tell Charlie I sent you.

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Gallery 505 Artists Co-op open 1 - 5 p.m. Wednesday - Saturday.
This month’s Theme: 
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Image courtesy Gallery 505

Open until 7 p.m. Market Thursdays.
Also on Facebook.

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Tonight: Toledo Lioness Club meets 6:30 p.m. at Steamboat Plaza. Insider tip: There may be a special guest speaker on local interests.

Toledo Lioness Club gives back to their community in so many ways - scholarships, community improvements, and more. Discover the benefits of membership. On Facebook.

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Tomorrow: Toledo Thursday Market open 3 - 7 p.m. Thursdays through September (and maybe longer) thanks to a generous extension.
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All the best in handmade & homegrown produce and goods.
Download Vendor apps here.
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Also Thursday: Toledo School Board meets 7 p.m. Thursday at Middle School library. The public is invited to attend. 

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And: Toledo Planning Commission meets 7 p.m third Thursdays monthly at City Council Chambers. Open to the public. Contact City of Toledo for more information.

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Friday: Potato Bar 5:30 - 7:00 p.m. @ THS Commons. Cost: donation
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Image courtesy Toledo School District

Seth Rowe is a 2017 THS alumnus. In late August, Seth was the victim of a hit and run while cycling on Park Rd. Seth's injuries will require lots of physical therapy. This is an opportunity for the community to support him and his family with the cost of medical care he needs.

***

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09.19.2017 Tuesday Column & Tech Report

9/19/2017

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In today’s column:
  • New Group: Creative Stitchery Tuesdays
  • Preschoolers Visit Kid’s Garden
  • THS Track Meet @ Lewis & Clark Park
  • Citizens For Great Toledo Schools @ Library
  • Lewis County Interlocal (Medic One) Board @ Toledo Fire Station
  • High School Sport This Week
  • Tech Report:  Equifax Breach Plus More
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See these?
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Unearthing my cool weather clothing is the perfect opportunity to pass along the items long forgotten with plenty of good miles left. TES PTO Kid’s Closet accepts donations year round for K-12 students; apparel beyond retirement stage still supports Class of 2018’s Textile Drive.

New & nearly-new clean garments may be dropped at Toledo Elementary office during school hours.
Other textiles may be dropped at Toledo High office.
Label bags, please.

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Educator Andrea Jones posted: Preschool update: We're working hard already! (L)ast week we also visited our school garden, observed and collected, then at snack time tried all kinds of veggies we found! Everyone tried something new...
Images courtesy Andrea Jones

We also studied how apples grow, dissected them and learned about the functions of the different parts (skin/peel, seeds/pips, stem, etc) then we tasted and charted our favorite kinds! This week we will make applesauce together - yum!

More…

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Jill says: Five days to go!
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Image courtesy Walk in the Park

Do you have your registration form in? If not there is still time, stop by City Hall.

Q: Will there be a costume contest again?
A: Absolutely!

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New Tuesday group: Toledo Senior Center hosts Creative Stitchery* 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. for any and all needleworkers in a supportive atmosphere. BYO brown bag lunch and finish that project you put away long ago or tackle a new one, learn another craft or share your knowledge on a classic one. Or just bring the mending and share a cuppa with new faces & old friends.

Help decide what kind of group this will become, including a title/name.

*Creative Stitchery is a working name for this new group.

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Today - Toledo School District posted: THS Cross Country will hold their only home meet on Tuesday, 9/19 at 4 p.m. Lewis and Clark State Park. You'll need a Discover Pass (or be able to afford the ticket). This is always a great event. THS has 27 athletes on the team, so there will be lots of kids to root for. Go Indians!

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Tonight: Citizens for Great Toledo Schools invites everyone to join them at the next meeting 6:30 p.m. September 19, 2017 at Toledo Community Library, saying: Election is only a few weeks away and there's lots to do to get the word out to our community.

Reminder: October 9 is deadline to register for November election. You can do it online by checking out this link to Voter Registration in Lewis County.


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Also Tonight: Lewis County Interlocal (Medic One) Meets 7 PM third Tuesdays monthly at Toledo Main Fire Station. Open to the public.

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Tomorrow: Community Action Council of Lewis, Mason & Thurston Counties will be scheduling appointments for Energy Assistance beginning 9 a.m. September 20, 2017.

Warning: phone lines and website will be busy so please be patient. Be sure to find out what information you need to collect beforehand by checking out the website link below.

Details @ www.caclmt.org or call toll-free (800)878-5235.

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Toledo High School Sports:
  • Tue 19th Cross Country @ Lewis & Clark State Park 3:30
               Volleyball vs. Ilawco 5:45/7:00
  • Wed 20th Soccer @ Onalaska 6:00
  • Thur 21st Volleyball @ Mossyrock 5:45/7:00
               JV Soccer vs Montesano 5;00
  • Fri 22nd Football vs. PeEll/Willipa 7:00
  • Sat 23rd Soccer @ Mt Rainier Lutheran 2:00

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Tech Tuesday:

Daily there’s some new snafu with the Equifax breach; they have extended their offer of a free credit freeze through November 21.  Lifehacker brings you their latest remedial version in this article.
Warning: If someone calls to “verify your Equifax account,” hang up.

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Toledo’s A Grey Area Computer Repair linked DeadState’s post, and reminds those drooling over the iPhone X there is a downside to ease of access: “With Face ID, cops can just point your phone at your face while they have you in handcuffs then look through your phone without a warrant.”

A Grey Area also linked ARSTECHNICA’s article “Billions of Devices Imperiled by New Clickless Bluetooth Attack.” Is yours one of them?

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How do you find out if an email is legitimate? VerifyEmail Address.org is a free service recommended by MakeUseOf.com, one of my favorite DIY sites.

MUO also posts this article: 11 Things You Must Do With A Brand New Laptop. Bonus: includes info on Chromebooks and Chrome OS.

And this one: How to Get Your Money Back on Broken or Stolen Electronics.

In other news, Trump administration orders purge of Kaspersky products from US government…

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For shopping sites that don’t use PayPal (think specialty shops or Amazon), Privacy.com creates virtual credit cards for online use to keep your information safe. SudoPay is Apple’s version. Both have mobile apps.

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Friday:
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Image courtesy Farmers Insurance & Financial

Seth Rowe is a 2017 THS alumnus. In late August, Seth was the victim of a hit and run while cycling on Park Rd. Seth's injuries will require lots of physical therapy. This is an opportunity for the community to support him and his family with the cost of medical care he needs.

***

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09.18.2017 Monday Column

9/18/2017

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In today’s column:
  • Recap: City Park Clean Up Draws Dedicated Volunteers
  • Recap: ARTrails Studio 16 In Pictures
  • City Council Meeting, Coffee House Tonight
  • High School Cross-Country @ Lewis & Clark Park Tuesday
  • Citizens For Great Toledo Schools, Medic One Board Tuesday
  • 3-County Energy Assistance Schedules Appointments Wednesday
  • Toledo Thursday Market Extended Through September
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Farewell to Summer

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Recap: Volunteers met 8 a.m. for the End of Summer Clean Up Saturday to freshen up City Park one week in advance of the 2nd Annual Esther Borte Walk in the Park, making for a safe & pleasant track for walkers of all abilities.
Mayor Dobosh rewarded workers with a variety of pizzas and breadsticks after hauling away seven heaping truckloads of trimmings from the inner walking track circle, and thanked everyone for their time and effort.
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Photographer & two more volunteers not pictured here.

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Recap: This glimpse of Studio 16* Sunday…​​
ARTrails of Southwest Washington 15th Annual Studio Tour continues next weekend. Forty-four artists offer their works across a range of media 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. September 23-24. Download the 2017 catalog including map.

*Morgan Arts Centre, 190 Plomondon Rd, 98591

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Today: Toledo City Council meetings 6 p.m. first and third Mondays monthly. 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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Monday:
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Toledo High School hosts Coffee House 7 - 9ish p.m. in the Commons. Performing arts showcase featuring rising local talent. Best night out in town.
Q: Will there be dinner?

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Tuesday - Toledo School District posted: THS Cross Country will hold their only home meet on Tuesday, 9/19 at 4 p.m. Lewis and Clark State Park. You'll need a Discover Pass (or be able to afford the ticket). This is always a great event. THS has 27 athletes on the team, so there will be lots of kids to root for. Go Indians!

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Tuesday: Citizens for Great Toledo Schools invites everyone to join them at the next meeting 6:30 p.m. September 19, 2017 at Toledo Community Library, saying: Election is only a few weeks away and there's lots to do to get the word out to our community.

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Also Tuesday: Lewis County Interlocal (Medic One) Meets 7 PM at Toledo Main Fire Station. Open to the public.

Did you know you can get First Aid/CPR training and EMT certification as a volunteer with Toledo Fire Department? Train while you learn.

​Download applications for volunteer firefighter (junior firefighter ages 16-17).

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Wednesday: Community Action Council of Lewis, Mason & Thurston Counties will be scheduling appointments for Energy Assistance beginning 9 a.m. September 20, 2017.
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Last year this agency helped provide energy assistance to over 4,391 households, and distributed more than $2 million to help residents cover gas, electricity, oil, wood or propane bills. Yep, you read that right - wood included.  

Check out their weatherization help, too. Details @ www.caclmt.org or call toll-free (800)878-5235.

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Update: Toledo Thursday Market has extended their run through September (perhaps longer). That’s two more weeks to get your Dragonfly Chocolates fix, gorge on summer’s bounty, and grab your handmade soaps, spun wool goods,and sharpen up your beanbag lob before Onalaska’s new cornhole competition.*

Download TTM vendor app here.

*Apple Harvest Festival October 6 - 8, 2017.

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Reservations required: Toledo Senior Center Nutrition Lunch Wednesday 9/20 will be...breakfast! Belgian waffles with strawberries, eggs & sausage, Friday 9/22 pork chop & applesauce with mashed potatoes, peas & carrots.

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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Friday:
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Image courtesy Toledo School District

Seth Rowe is a 2017 THS alumnus. In late August, Seth was the victim of a hit and run while cycling on Park Rd. Seth's injuries will require lots of physical therapy. This is an opportunity for the community to support him and his family with the cost of medical care he needs.

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09.15.2017 Friday Column & Weekend Outlook

9/15/2017

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In today’s column:
  • Lewis County Tribune: TransAlta Grant Awarded To TSD
  • Toledo End Of Summer Clean Up Saturday
  • 18th Annual Cowlitz Pow Wow @ Toledo High School
  • 15th Annual ARTrails Studio Tour Saturday/Sunday
  • Coffee House @ THS Monday
  • THS Cross Country, Citizens For Great Schools Tuesday
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Lewis County Tribune links TransAlta’s post announcing a grant award toward upgrading Toledo Elementary School’s boilers. Puget Sound Energy rebate program will also factor into the replacements...more.

Toledo School District posted their thanks on Facebook: On behalf of the Toledo School District community, our thanks go out to TransAlta and the TransAlta Weatherization Board. This project will reduce the amount of the bonds that will be needed and will give us peace of mind and energy savings going into the future. Construction is planned for Summer, 2018.

Lewis County Tribune is also on Facebook.

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Path of Hope Al-Anon Family Group meets 7 p.m. Fridays at Toledo Presbyterian Church, 312 Augustus.

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Saturday:
  • Who - Mayor Dobosh
  • What - End of Summer Cleanup Day
  • When - 8 a.m. - noon-ish
  • Where - Meet at Kemp Olson Park
  • Why - Clean up the park for 2nd Annual Walk in the Park 09/23/17

Mayor Steve Dobosh is asking for volunteers of all ages to help with the End of Summer Clean Up Day. Meet at 8 a.m. at the City Park & please bring the usual outdoor accoutrements - boots & gloves, rakes, loppers, weedeaters, etc. Pizza for lunch will be served to all volunteers.

The End of Summer Clean Up Day is to freshen up City Park one week in advance of the 2nd Annual Esther Borte Walk in the Park, making for a safe & pleasant track for walkers of all abilities.

Also wanted: painters with gear to spruce up the maintenance building next to Toledo’s beautiful new water tower mural.

You may contact Mayor Dobosh directly: (360) 864-4829.
*THS students - earn community service hours. See Mr Huffman.

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Saturday:
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Saturday & Sunday: ARTrails of Southwest Washington 15th Annual Studio Tour. Forty-four artists offer their works across a range of media. Some locations feature works by several artists, two studios* are in Toledo.

Hours 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. September 16-17, and September 23-24.
Download the 2017 catalog including map.

*Morgan Arts Centre, 190 Plomondon Rd, 98591
*Pauli Wolfe Studio, 218 Hinkley Rd, 98591

Also: Stop by Gallery 505 Artists Co-op 1 - 5 p.m. Wednesday - Saturday. September theme: Harvest Time. Through September 30 Local artists works offered in canvas, wood, textiles, metal, and more.  

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Monday:
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Toledo High School hosts Coffee House 7 - 9ish p.m. in the Commons. Performing arts showcase featuring rising local talent. Best night out in town.
Q: Will there be dinner?

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Toledo School District posted: THS Cross Country will hold their only home meet on Tuesday, 9/19 at 4 p.m. Lewis and Clark State Park. You'll need a Discover Pass (or be able to afford the ticket). This is always a great event. THS has 27 athletes on the team, so there will be lots of kids to root for. Go Indians!

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Tuesday: Citizens for Great Toledo Schools invites everyone to join them at the next meeting 6:30 p.m. September 19, 2017 at Toledo Community Library, saying: Election is only a few weeks away and there's lots to do to get the word out to our community.

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Toledo Fire Department posts: Child Passenger Safety Week September 17 - 23, 2017 including National Seat Check Saturday September 23.

This infographic from safercar.gov lists children’s car seat configurations by age & size, plus links to car seat recall notices.  

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Reservations required: Toledo Senior Center Nutrition Lunch Wednesday 9/20 will be...breakfast! Belgian waffles with strawberries, eggs & sausage, Friday 9/22 pork chop & applesauce with mashed potatoes, peas & carrots.

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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Mark your calendar:
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Join us for the Benefit Dinner for Seth Rowe on September 22nd.

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For the reader whose family member suffering worsened breathing issues with smoky conditions recently, this link to an earlier Health Corner topic. Wishing you good health. As always, YMMV.

*YMMV - Your Mileage May Vary

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09.14.2017 Thursday Column & Health Corner

9/14/2017

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In today’s column:
  • Toledo High School Hosts Benefit For 2017 Alumnus
  • Forecast: Cooler, Wetter By Weekend
  • Mayor Dobosh Invites Volunteers For Park Cleanup
  • Toledo Thursday Market Today
  • Health Corner: On Supplements & Treatments
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Red Sky At Night

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Toledo School District posted this link:
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Seth Rowe is a 2017 THS alumnus. In late August, Seth was the victim of a hit and run while cycling on Park Rd. Seth's injuries will require lots of physical therapy. This is an opportunity for the community to support him and his family with the cost of medical care he needs.

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National Weather Service for NW Oregon/SW Washington says:
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Another weather-related link is Timebie.com, which lists moonrise in your zip code plus the phase of the moon - nice for budding gardeners such as myself - plus sunrise/sunset, world clock, and several other features.


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ICYMI: Mayor Steve Dobosh is asking for volunteers of all ages to help with the End of Summer Clean Up Day. Meet at 8 a.m. at the City Park this Saturday, September 16, 2017. Please bring the usual outdoor accoutrements - boots & gloves, rakes, loppers, weedeaters, etc. Pizza for lunch will be served to all volunteers.

The End of Summer Clean Up Day is to freshen up City Park one week in advance of the 2nd Annual Esther Borte Walk in the Park, making for a safe & pleasant track for walkers of all abilities.

You may contact Mayor Dobosh directly: (360) 864-4829.

*ICYMI = In Case You Missed It

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Today:
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Also: Toledo Thursday Market 3 - 7 PM across from boat launch. Handmade & home grown goods and produce from local crafters and gardeners. Family friendly, kids activities, sometimes live music and performances. Vendor apps here.

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Gallery 505 open 1 - 5 PM Wednesday - Saturday. September Theme: Harvest Time. Open til 8 PM on Market Thursday evenings.

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Health Corner: On Supplements & Treatments

MindBodyGreen.com writes on several studies arguing against the pronouncement “Supplements just make expensive urine” commonly quoted by Western medicine. Folate* (Vitamin B9) is commonly recommended for pregnant women, recognized as reducing certain birth defects. Asthma sufferers commonly have low levels of magnesium and Vitamin D.**

Functional Medicine Practitioner Chris Kresser, who overcame chronic illness after spending a fortune worldwide, looks outside the box when tests fail to identify the cause. By addressing emotional causes, he says one patient reported noticeable progress with somatic experiencing and neural plasticity work.  

Bernie Siegel’s 1998 classic Love, Medicine & Miracles relates unorthodox methods of treatment such as visualization to help people heal against all odds.

Medicine gardens of South America provide herbal remedies for a host of common ailments, including a few species Western Medicine has yet to uncover. Medicine wheel gardens might be seen as the Native North American equivalent. It’s useful to remember that most of today’s patented remedies are derived from ingredients in nature...that worked. Think aloe for burns, ginger (ale) for upset stomach, willow bark (aspirin) for pain.

Eastern practices are gaining new appreciation globally; this article explains The Science Behind Acupuncture and Why It Really Works.

No one method works for everyone. If you are dealing with health issues that don’t respond to modern medicine, consider something new.
Or ancient.

As always, YMMV***

*Folate is the naturally occurring form; folic acid, the synthetic form, is not well-absorbed as once believed.
**Vitamin D3 is widely considered the preferred form.
***YMMV - Your Mileage May Vary.

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BTW, if you have a DSHS Provider 1 ID card (Medicaid) for health care and need help getting to your appointments, you may already know you can apply for Paratransit Services. But did you know that fuel or mileage reimbursement is available for trips to clinics and other health care related travel? This stipend offsets the costs, though it doesn’t cover all. Still, it’s worth your while to find out if you could be getting some of your money back, right?

In Lewis County, call:
  • (800)846-5438 for more info.
  • Hearing impaired,  (800) 943-5438.
  • Fax (360)377-1528 or toll-free (855)742-5078.


*You can download Chris Kresser’s Better Than Paleo cookbook free when you visit his website, along with his book 9 Steps to Perfect Health. You’re welcome.

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09.13.2017 Wednesday Column

9/13/2017

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In today’s column:
  • Common Ground Toledo Maintains Blooms Through High Temps
  • WDFW Announces Fall Razor Clam Harvest October, November
  • Toledo School Report Rising Enrollment
  • Today: Senior Center Biz Meeting, Park Board Convenes
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Common Ground Toledo posts pics of well-tended planters and gardenscapes, saying:
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Adding gardens wherever we can.

Come help Common Ground Toledo grow.
For more information please call 360/864-4036.

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Washington Department of Fish & Wildlife (WDFW) announced late last week a tentative schedule for Fall razor clam harvest to begin as early as October 6. Details on beaches and dates in this news release.

I’m for Manhattan Clam Chowder. How about you?

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Check out Native Soil Farm’s post linking this cool PBS video on how bees make honey.

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Citizens For Great Toledo Schools reminder: October 8 is the deadline to register for the November election. You can do it online here:

Details on Toledo School District’s upcoming Bond measure are spelled out in this linked Bond Project List

TSD reports: Toledo enrollment is growing. 781 students as of September.

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Today: Toledo Senior Center Meets 1 p.m. today to discuss the business side of operating this entity. Toledo’s Mighty Fine Seniors deserve your support now more than ever.

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Gallery 505 Artists Co-op open 1 - 5 p.m. Wednesday - Saturday. September theme: Harvest Time. Open until 7 p.m. on Market Thursdays.

Coming this weekend and next: ARTrails of SWW Studio Tour. Online studio guide & map here. Stop in at Morgan Arts Centre to see local crafters and artist’s works, take home a one-of-a-kind piece, or find unique gifts for family and friends. Runs September 16-17 and 23-24.

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Also today: Toledo Park Board meets 3 p.m. second Wednesdays monthly at City Hall Council Chambers. Contact cityoftoledo@toledotel.com or call (360)864-4564 for special accommodations.

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Cowlitz Prairie Grange 6:30 p.m. meeting is a potluck second Wednesdays, cake-and-ice-cream affair fourth Wednesdays.. Grange Hall at 5180 Jackson Highway. Contact Sandy Bickar, (360)864-2601.

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Tomorrow: Toledo Thursday Market 3 - 7 p.m. across from boat launch. Only one week remains to enjoy homegrown & handmade goods and produce plus more. Download vendor application here.

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Heads up:
Toledo School District posts: THS Cross Country will hold their only home meet on Tuesday, 9/19 at 4 p.m. Lewis and Clark State Park. You'll need a Discover Pass (or be able to afford the ticket). This is always a great event. THS has 27 athletes on the team, so there will be lots of kids to root for. Go Indians!
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Early Tech Alert - A Grey Area Computer Repair shared this link on a Bluetooth attack potentially affecting billions. Yes, billions with a B.

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09.12.2017 Tuesday Column & Tech Report

9/12/2017

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In today’s column:
  • Toledo High School Hosts September Community Events
  • Mayor Invites Everyone To City Park Saturday
  • Library Features Puppet Show & Storytelling For All Ages
  • Senior Center New Group Meets Today
  • Tech Report: Experian Hack, Paribus Refunds
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Early holiday lighting seen near Toledo Boat Ramp in early September.

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Principal Martin Huffman issues this brief notice of September’s upcoming community-wide events:

  • Coffee House 7pm Monday, September 18

  • Benefit Dinner 5:30-7 pm, Friday, September 22
      (before the football game) Seth Rowe, Hit and Run victim

  • ASB Breakfast 8am-11am Saturday, September 30

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Another reader added to Monday’s Everyday Heroes ballot their noteworthy candidate, saying: I nominate Brook Acosta for her esteemed efforts in developing an outstanding educational community children's gardening program for TGS.

There’s room for more…

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Mayor Steve Dobosh is asking for volunteers of all ages to help with the End of Summer Clean Up Day. Meet at 8 a.m. at the City Park this Saturday, September 16, 2017. Please bring the usual outdoor accoutrements - boots & gloves, rakes, loppers, weedeaters, etc. Pizza for lunch will be served to all volunteers.

The End of Summer Clean Up Day is to freshen up City Park one week in advance of the 2nd Annual Esther Borte Walk in the Park, making for a safe & pleasant track for walkers of all abilities.

You may contact Mayor Dobosh directly: (360) 864-4829.

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Toledo Library announces:
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Two show times 1 & 3 p.m. An all ages performance by Toledo alumnus Tracy McFarland and husband Can Luce.

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Check out Adult Page Turners September selection The Sound Of Gravel by Ruth Wariner via Timberland Regional Library kiosk in print, ebook and audio format. Page Turners meet 1:30 p.m. Wednesday* September 27.

*Page Turners group now meets 1:30 p.m. last Wednesday monthly.

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Beginning Today: Toledo Senior Center announces a new Needleworking group 10 a.m. for knitters and crocheters, needlepointers, stitchers and menders of every stripe, expert or novice, AND most especially for those haunted by unfinished projects put aside (but really, really would like to complete) in the company of like-minded souls.
Alternate weeks will be personal hands-on works, and instructional or demonstrations of specific methods. Caution: Word has it topics may wander to ethnic and specialty cooking as the holidays approach.

Open to the community. Updates as available. Contact Diana, diana.haug@lewsicountywa.gov or call (360)864-2112 for details.

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Tech Report: Experian Hack, Fine Print, More Money Saving Hacks

Word is out now that Experian, one of the Big Three credit reporting agencies, discovered a security compromise large enough to drive a 310-million-person-bus through, and knew about it as early as May 2017.

Experian’s solution? A caveat disguised cunningly as a helping hand in the form of free credit monitoring for a year. Aside from the fact credit monitoring does precisely nothing to help after the fact, and ignoring the lunacy of signing up for anything with the agency responsible for the original breach, Lifehacker cautions panicked victims: (In the fine print) Equifax notes that by signing up for the service, you’re agreeing to not to sue them for the breach… Lifehacker goes on the mention “There’s actually already a class action lawsuit…” Signing up would exclude you from that suit and any potential settlement.

*Update: Lifehacker updated their report to reflect Equifax’s fine print actually includes an arbitration clause regarding the site dedicated to the hack itself; however, you must “send a letter to opt out of giving up your right to sue.” Specific remedial options are listed in this latest article for damage control.  

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Last week’s Tech Tuesday* featured a couple spurious websites that promised to save you money on Amazon stuff while mostly failing to deliver.

This week MakeUseOf shared their 5 favorites including my #1 go-to, Paribus.

As always, YMMV*

YMMV = Your Mileage May Vary

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09.11.2017 Monday Column

9/11/2017

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In today’s column:
  • Toledo Schools ACT 2-Hour Late Start Today
  • Class of 2018 Textile Drive On Now
  • Senior Center Announces New Group Meeting Tuesdays
  • 9/11 Anniversary: Everyday Heroes
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Gateway Pizza,made fresh from the crust up! Satisfied the helpers we had at our place Sunday. Open Tuesday - Sunday. On Facebook.

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Toledo School District posts this link about absences, saying: Health issues are one of the main causes of absences. Asthma is just one of those health issues. An excused absence is still an absence. Absences add up and subtract from learning.

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Toledo High School reminder:

  • Monday 09.11.2017 is late start,* first bell will ring at 10:20a.m. & classes begin @ 10:25 a.m. (Next 2-hour ACT late start - 09.25.2017)
  • DRIVER’S ED** Begins September 11th @ 7:30 in Mr.Holmes Room **yes there is class even though it is a late start.
  • September 11th Driver’s Ed parent meeting in the THS Library 7:00pm-8:00pm
  • Anyone needing sawdust—  our hopper is full.   Come get it for free— see Mr. Ball for more information.

*All schools 2-hour late start today.

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With Hurricane Irma touching down less than 2 weeks after Hurricane Harvey made landfall, this one-minute video narrated by Mr Rogers confirms a child’s good decision, and reminds us of that special seed helpers plant in each one of us.

Thanks to Educator Annie for the linked story.

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Toledo Middle School has the answer to homework and help:
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Need help with your homework or extra work on a difficult concept? Stay after school for Pow Wow!

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Toledo High School reminder:
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Those summer things will be outgrown by next year anyway. Help the Class of 2018 raise funds for their senior class trip while clearing out the closets.

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Kids Closet accepts new and nearly new apparel & shoes for students K - 12 throughout the year. Contact TES PTO for details.

BTW: those items deemed too worn, inappropriate* or otherwise unsuitable will be donated to THS Class of 2018 Textile Drive, getting all possible mileage from your hand-me-downs while benefitting this year’s senior class - and the environment.  

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The Second Annual Esther Borte Walk in the Park fundraiser takes place in less than 2 weeks. Contact Jill Davis, cityoftoledo@toledotel.com or stop in at City Hall during business hours. Details on Facebook.

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Reservations required: Toledo Senior Center Nutrition Lunch Wednesday features roast beef with mashed potatoes & baby carrots, peaches & dinner roll, Friday BBQ ribs & scalloped potatoes with NW veggies, mandarin oranges & biscuit.

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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Beginning Tuesday: Toledo Senior Center announces a new Needleworking group 10 a.m. for knitters and crocheters, needlepointers, stitchers and menders of every stripe, expert or novice, AND most especially for those haunted by unfinished projects put aside (but really, really would like to complete) in the company of like-minded souls.
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Alternate weeks will be personal hands-on works, and instructional or demonstrations of specific methods. Caution: Word has it topics may wander to ethnic and specialty cooking as the holidays approach.

Open to the community. Updates as available. Contact Diana, diana.haug@lewsicountywa.gov or call (360)864-2112 for details.

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9/11 Anniversary: Everyday Heroes

Friday I asked readers to submit their choice(s) of people who make a noteworthy difference in the community, and in the lives of their neighbors.   

Drum roll, please...

Thanks to one loyal reader for naming names, saying: I'd like to nominate the following people:

  • Mike and Di Morgan
  • Bill and Pat Caldwell
  • Joh Jones
  • Diana Haug
  • The Mighty Fine Seniors
  • The Food Bank volunteers
  • Jamie Cummings
  • Gary Whiteside
  • Linda Bird-Sonne
  • Michelle Whitten

...adding: They have all done so much for the town and its citizens.

*This reader modestly declined to outline their own contributions in Toledo, thought they are well-known and active in community service.

Who would your candidate(s) be?
How do you feel they ought to be recognised?
Should Everyday Heroes be an annual day to honor the heroes in Toledo?  

Your ideas welcome.

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09.08.2017 Friday Column & Weekend Outlook

9/8/2017

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In today’s column:
  • Common Ground Toledo Volunteers Maintain Blooms In High Temps
  • Citizens For Great Toledo Schools Eye November Bond Measure
  • Toledo Elementary Preschool Sums Up First Week
  • Winterfest In Toledo Planning Meeting Saturday
  • A Note On 9/11 Anniversary
Images courtesy Toledo Thursday Market

Lots of fun stuff at the market...

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Images courtesy Common Ground Toledo

Common Ground Toledo posted: Linda Bird-Sonne is one of Common Ground Toledo's volunteers. This week she emailed us the following which included photos of wildlife in downtown Toledo. Great work, Linda!
She writes: Hi all… More

Common Ground Toledo meets 7 p.m. first Wednesdays monthly, location TBD.

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Toledo School Bond supporters met last night to rally for the upcoming November election. Details including a list of critical projects available online via this Toledo School District link.

Citizens for Great Toledo Schools invites everyone to join them at the next meeting 6:30 p.m. September 19, 2017 at Toledo Community Library, saying: Election is only a few weeks away and there's lots to do to get the word out to our community.

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Educator Andrea Jones sums up the first week of Toledo Elementary Preschool in this post, highlights here: ... such a full and fun first week at TES developmental preschool... children signing in... playing dress up… making pretend meals... working puzzles together... "reading" books to each other... circle time... learning names... the children choosing familiar songs for all of us to sing together. Today we cut into apples... talk about apples from seed to tree to fruit. We pretended to be apple trees growing then we shook apples down from the tree and ate them... outside we take turns with bikes, balls, making "coffee"... so much learning going on already... we have quiet work time where kids do their own projects and Montessori style "works" while listening to quiet music... It's been a full, challenging, very good week!

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In response to a question I posed to Toledo School Superintendent Chris Rust: You asked about reasons. Here is a nice graphic that identifies the major causes of chronic absences.

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Today: Toledo Food Bank open 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. second and fourth Fridays monthly behind City Hall.

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Path of Hope Al-Anon Family Group meets 7 p.m. Fridays at Toledo Presbyterian Church, 312 Augustus.

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Cowlitz Prairie Grange Jam Night 7:00 p.m. second, fourth and fifth Fridays. Performers and supporters welcome. Donation at door. Contact tomboone1146@yahoo.com or (360)262-3696.

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Saturday: Toledo Senior Center hosts their popular Second Saturday Breakfast featuring full fare breakfast with AYCE hotcakes or biscuits & gravy (while they last) 7 - 10 a.m. Still only $5, and they do the dishes!

Support Toledo Senior Center, a vital community resource.

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Also: Winterfest In Toledo planning meeting:

  • Who: Anyone who is interested in helping decorate the town for the holidays.
  • What: "Winterfest" planning meeting sponsored by vision:Toledo
  • When: Saturday, September 9, at 11:30 a.m.
  • Where: Toledo Senior Center (right after 2nd Saturday Breakfast)
  • Why: Why not?  Let's make Toledo shine.

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Reservations required: Toledo Senior Center Nutrition Lunch Wednesday features roast beef with mashed potatoes & baby carrots, peaches & dinner roll, Friday BBQ ribs & scalloped potatoes with NW veggies, mandarin oranges & biscuit.

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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A Note: 9/11 Anniversary Monday

Events 16 years ago changed forever the landscape and lives of every man, woman & child in the U.S. What emerged from that event was a resiliency deeply rooted in our very souls, the will to overcome shock and heartbreak and uncertainty about the future.

My arrival in Toledo came shortly after a devastating fire destroyed a significant portion of the downtown business core. Vision:Toledo was created to breath life back into this historic village, and has been doing so ever since early 2011.

In August I revisited Mt St Helens with out-of-town visitors, taking in the film outlining how humble pocket gophers were credited with reintroducing seeds and soil, bringing meadows to life following 1980’s eruption. And I recognised that force within, compelling us to persevere against seemingly insurmountable odds.

Effects of Toledo’s conflagration Christmas Day 2010 had widespread effects on the town, as Mt St Helens’ eruption had far-reaching consequences, and terrorist attacks on US soil 2,950 miles away produced ripples and aftershocks felt across the country.

In all three instances, that indefinable will to rebuild, replant, and reinvigorate shines through the dark hours, a call to action.

Everyone knows precisely what they were doing when Mt St Helens blew, when the news broke about the Twin Towers and the Pentagon, and when fire broke out on Christmas.

For some time, the bottom of each daily column has included a plea to recognise Everyday Heroes* in some manner; September 11 seems to me an appropriate date to honor those among us who contribute to their community in so many ways - not as a function of their uniform or title or position, but because it improves the quality of life for everyone.

Searching for events commemorating 9/11 brought dwindling results each year. One sparked my interest:

A Callery pear tree, rescued from the rubble at Ground Zero with snapped roots, broken and burnt branches, was restored to health, replanted in 2010 at the Memorial, and named the Survival Tree.  More…

Each year, the 9/11 Memorial gives seedlings from the Survivor Tree to three communities that have endured tragedy in recent years.

What if Toledo’s Everyday Heroes were recognized each September 11 with a tree planted in their name? Or a tile in Steamboat Alley, similar to inscribed bricks in Toledo’s Wall of Honor?

Perhaps public recognition would be reward enough. Six months ago, I recognized some of Toledo’s volunteers in this column** to great response. What say you to the idea of honoring extraordinary people who make a difference in our community?

*Reprinted 08.26.2016 The Other Toledo from October 2015
**Feb 21 - 24, 2017 Archives

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09.07.2017 Thursday Column & Health Corner

9/7/2017

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In today’s column:
  • Toledo Schools Sports Practice Continues Indoors
  • Toledo Thursday Market
  • Upcoming Events: SWWARTrails, Pow Wow, Walk in the Park, More
  • Health Corner: Vitamin K
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Toledo School District high school sports practice was indoors yesterday, saying: Indoor Indians. It's hot, but the air isn't smokey.
Adding: The Dept of Ecology has increased the air quality warning to "Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups". This means that more people than average may have breathing problems or have worsened symptoms of existing asthma or lung disease…
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In all cases, athletes may opt out without penalty. Safety is primary.  

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Speaking of indoor exercise, TSD posted: Our thanks to Lewis County Fire District 2 for donating some nice exercise equipment…
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...and to these football players for loading, unloading and moving it upstairs.

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Refresher: When to stop for school buses…
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Toledo Community Library offers an oasis of air-conditioned relief from smoky fires, open until 7 p.m. Wednesdays, 5 p.m. Thursdays and Saturdays.
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Check out Adult Page Turners September selection via Timberland Regional Library kiosk in print, ebook and audio format.  

Coming September 23: Two Puppet Show performances will be presented by Toledo High School Grad Tracy McFarland and her husband Dan Luce at 1 PM and 3 PM on Saturday, September 23. All ages welcome. Free admission.  

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Today: Toledo Thursday Market open 3 - 7 p.m. across from boat launch through September 2017 featuring homemade, handcrafted, and locally sourced goods, food & produce. Family friendly, kids crafts, occasionally music and performing arts. Something for everyone. Support local crafters, upcyclers, growers and makers in your community.

Download vendor applications at this link. $10/space, no long-term commitment, BYO table & shade.

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Gallery 505 Artists Co-op September Theme: Harvest Time.
Open 1 - 5 p.m. Wednesday through Saturday. Open until 7 p.m. Market Thursdays. Also on Facebook.

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Tomorrow: Toledo Food Bank open 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. behind City Hall.

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TES PTO Kids Closet is more than apparel, filling other school needs as well. Open to students K - 12, all school year. Also accepting donations throughout the school year. Contact TES PTO.

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Morgan Arts Center shared: The MAC is getting cleaned-up, cleared-up and spruced-up...ready for ARTrails !!!!

Our studio will feature 7 artists this year: Dennis Young, Jamie Bayer, Ron Gaul, Jeanne Hamilton, Karen Leback, Mike Morgan and ME !!! (Di Morgan) Come - visit- see what we've been creating !!!

Saturdays & Sundays 9/16-9/17 and 9/23-9/24...we'll be here from 10-5 each of those days.

Also on Facebook.

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Mayor Steve Dobosh issued an early alert for an End of Summer Clean Up Day, to meet 8 a.m. at City Park September 16, 2017 with the usual outdoor accoutrements - boots & gloves, rakes, loppers, weedeaters, etc. Open to all ages. Contact him directly, (360)864-4829.

Note: this event will freshen up City Park one week in advance of the 2nd Annual Esther Borte Walk in the Park, making for a safe & pleasant track for walkers of all abilities. Details to follow.

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WitP Coordinator Jill Davis posted: Here is this year's Walk In The Park quilt. The quilt was made by Esther's daughter Mary and her granddaughter Tammy. They used material from Esther's stash!
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Image courtesy Toledo City Hall

You can enter to win this quilt at City Hall or the day of the walk. Drawing will be held at the event. Tickets are a suggested donation of $1.00 each or 6 for $5.00.

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It’s never too early!

Get on board for Winterfest in Toledo:  
Who: Anyone who is interested in helping decorate the town for the holidays.
What: "Winterfest" planning meeting sponsored by vision:Toledo
When: Saturday, September 9, at 11:30 a.m.
Where: Toledo Senior Center (right after 2nd Saturday Breakfast)
Why: Why not?  Let's make Toledo shine.

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Health Corner: Vitamin K

Some years back a family dog was lost to poisoning, specifically rat bait. The local vet was mystified by the symptoms for nearly a week as the poor animal worsened until nearly comatose. We were summoned to retrieve the dog, trying one last-ditch effort to get it to an emergency animal hospital. Tragically, she died only a few minutes before we made it to the facility.

Worse, the emergency veterinarian told us Vitamin K* administered early was the remedy of choice for warfarin toxicity - the key ingredient in many such baits.

In fact, the National Institute of Health in 2013 reversed their 2004 finding to support Vitamin K’s usefulness in reversing warfarin levels in emergency surgical patients, preferred over other methods. And Oregon State University’s Linus Pauling Institute reports: An injection of vitamin K is recommended to protect all newborns from life-threatening bleeding within the skull. (More information). Further on, this report warns: (while) there is no known toxicity associated with high doses (dietary or supplemental) of the phylloquinone (vitamin K1) or menaquinone (vitamin K2) forms of vitamin K (42), the same is not true for synthetic menadione (vitamin K3) and its derivatives.

So when my own trusted health practitioner prescribed me Vitamin K** recently, I naturally researched the benefits.

Noted author, practitioner and teacher of integrative medicine Dr Andrew Weil outlines the benefits of Vitamin K, differentiating between K, K1, K2, and K3 in this brief page.

Dr Susan E. Brown, BetterBones.com wrote: I’m not big on trends, but I’m predicting that vitamin K will be “the new vitamin D” in her 2014 article Vitamin K benefits for heart and bone health. (Check out her Vitamin D article, too, plus the vitamindcouncil for some surprising correlations.)

Megan Ware, RDN, adds in this article last week: Increased blood levels of vitamin K have been linked with improved episodic memory in older adults.

Disclaimer: I have no medical degree nor related credentials, am not qualified to recommend or prescribe any course of treatment for anyone except myself. Consult your own health care provider. As always, YMMV***

Vitamin K describes a group of fat-soluble compounds labeled naphthoquinones that aid in blood clotting. But do not confuse it with potassium, the element that helps nerves and muscle communicate. The short chemical name for potassium is K+. Many foods high in potassium are also high in vitamin K, according to Matilde Ladnier RD, LD.
*Vitamin K1, or phylloquinone, is typically used in injectable form where emergency surgery requires warfarin reversal.
**Vitamin K2, or menaquinone-7 (MK-7), is the most biologically available form for bone health and prevention of bone loss during menopausal transition. Dr Mercola further breaks down K2 into MK-4 & MK-7.
***YMMV = Your Mileage May Vary

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09.05.2017 Tuesday Column & Tech Report

9/5/2017

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In today’s column:
  • Heat Wave, Air Quality Advisory For SW Washington
  • City Council Meets Tonight
  • Common Ground Toledo Meeting Cancelled Wednesday
  • Tech Report: All Over The Board
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Monday’s smoke-filled horizon around 6 p.m. just before the haze swallowed the red sun entirely, well before actually sundown. Even the birds fell silent in the eerie dusk-like conditions.

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National Weather Service has issued an an air quality alert through midnight Tuesday plus a heat advisory for the region through 10 p.m., though 80 - 90 degree temps seem almost a respite from the holiday weekend:
The heat wave across the Western U.S. will continue as an upper-level ridge remains over the region. Numerous Excessive Heat Warnings and Heat Advisories are in effect from southwest Washington to southern California. Daytime high temperatures in the California valleys will exceed 100 degrees in most areas with isolated locations surpassing 110.

SWCAA* issues air pollution advisory for all of Southwest Washington including Clark, Cowlitz, Lewis, Skamania and Wahkiakum Counties.  

*Southwest Washington Clean Air Agency

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Tuesday: City Council meeting 6 p.m. at Town Hall, due to Monday holiday closure. Public invited. Contact Toledo City Hall for special accommodations or cancellations at (360)864-4564.

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Common Ground Toledo regularly scheduled meeting first Wednesday monthly has been cancelled for August. September meeting will convene as usual, location TBA.

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New Hours: Gallery 505 Artists Co-op now open 1 - 5 p.m. Wednesday through Saturday.
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Open until 7 p.m. on Market Thursdays.
On Facebook.

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Toledo Thursday Market open 3 - 7 p.m. across from boat launch through September 2017 featuring homemade, handcrafted, and locally sourced goods, food & produce. Family friendly, kids crafts, occasionally music and performing arts. Something for everyone. Support local crafters, upcyclers, growers and makers in your community.

Download vendor applications at this link. $10/space, no long-term commitment, BYO table & shade.  

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Just a note - came across the novel & budget-friendly Reeds Reindeer Hot Dogs while perusing Packwood’s Labor Day Flea Market.
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Their specialty: game meat dogs worth a second bite, like buffalo and reindeer - really! Now in corn dogs too. Now why don’t we have something like that in Toledo?

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Native Soil Farm posted this link, saying: I am so happy this happening and thank all the people who did all the groundwork!! Awesome!!!

Check out Healthy Food For All Project is Launched By Shumei America.

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Speaking of healthy food, check out Toledo School District’s link to TES PTO volunteer Brooke Acosta’s menu & invitation:

The Kid's Garden is overflowing with produce! Take your family down there to explore and bring home ingredients for dinner...no chemical fertilizers or pesticides. The best you can get.
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Image courtesy Brooke Acosta

Here's what my family has been eating...more.  

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Norene Wedam says:
 
REMINDER:  GARDENERS!


The best seed for Toledo will be what has been grown out by area gardeners and selected for local growing conditions.


Please save your heirloom seed and plant starts for the 2018 TOLEDO SEED SWAP.  Plan to set aside seed throughout the harvest season.


I suggest packaging most seed in amounts of at least 30 seeds per envelope to give gardeners enough seeds to grow out a seed variety and start saving their own seed.  Please label each envelope with the name of the seed (ex., “Bloomsdale Spinach”) and the year it was harvested (ex.,“Harvested in 2017”).


Happy harvesting!

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Tech Report: Money Saving Savvy

Trusted source Lifehacker answers the final question if you’re on the fence about joining cord-cutters: This is How to Watch Your Favorite NFL Team Play Without Cable.  

With ToledoTel’s free* ROKU streaming service, this household has saved more than $100/month** on TV access with far better service & reception, thanks to TT’s 1GB fiber optic delivery.

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If something seems too good to be true, it’s probably malware or worse. Researching a couple lowest-price(1) and/or coupon(2) apps revealed bad reviews, while my favorite after-the-purchase hero Paribus just saved me even more dough.

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(1)Reddit.com/r/Frugal
(2) VirusResearch.org
*Installation required $99 - well worth it, and guaranteed.
**Original Tech Tuesday post 01.17.2017. This household followed the guidelines listed in #2 & #3, saving $300 right off the top: Five Bills To Cut To Save $500 Next Month

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Reservations required: Toledo Senior Center Nutrition Lunch Wednesday features country fried steak with mashed potatoes, peas & carrots, pears & wheat breat, Friday marinara chicken with chicken rice pilaf, Sausalito veggies, fruit cocktail, Romano dinner roll & spumoni ice cream.

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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09.01.2017 Friday Column & Weekend Outlook

9/1/2017

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In today’s column:
  • Weekend Weather Alert: High Temps
  • Permaculture Joins Native Soil In Natural Growing Venture
  • Where’s My Bike? Toledo PD Ups Recovery Odds
  • Monday Holiday Closures
  • Weekend Outlook & Beyond
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Image courtesy TES PTO

Calendula Seed Heads

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National Weather Service yesterday issued high temperature warnings over Labor Day weekend for Lewis County and most of Western Washington.
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Image courtesy NOAA

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Ben Maestas posted: GREAT NEWS HERE! It will take a few posts to say it all... Woot woot... We'll start with this one... News so awesome I had to use video to say it.

Check out his video link.

You probably already met Susanne’ Rose Maestas, Ben’s daughter and Toledo’s newest muralist, as she installed her art along the Post Office West retaining wall just in front of Cheese Days.

Looking forward to hearing more from this group!  

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Toledo School District linked this post: Sgt Pennington from Toledo PD says so probably the most common item we cops take reports on being stolen are bicycles, probably the most common found property we find are bicycles, and not very often can we match the lost/stolen bikes to the found ones, usually because of one reason, most people do not record the unique serial number that is on the bike… More

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Tonight: Al-Anon AFG meets 7 p.m. Fridays at Toledo Presbyterian Church, 312 Augustus.

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Labor Day (Monday) closures:
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City Hall*
Post Office
Schools and District Offices
Libraries (Timberland Regional Libraries)
Toledo Senior Center
Timberland Bank (all branches)
...and The Other Toledo

*Toledo City Council Meeting 6 p.m. Tuesday due to Monday holiday closure.

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Looking ahead: 

September 16: End Of Summer Clean Up Day. Meet at Kemp Olson (City) Park 8 a.m. BYO gloves, gardening equipment and civic spirit to tidy up for the 2nd Annual Esther Borte Walk in the Park fundraiser on September 23, 2017. Contact Mayor Steve Dobosh, (360)864-4829 for more info.

Details to follow.

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Image courtesy Cowlitz Indian Tribe

Check it out and follow us on Facebook at Cowlitz Pow Wow on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/Cowlitz-Indian-Tribe-Pow-Wow-412588435484073/)
Printable Vendor or Volunteer forms can be found on the Cowlitz website: http://cowlitz.org/index.php/announcements/500-2017-cowlitz-pow-wow

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15th Annual ARTrails Studio Tour of SW Washington September 15-16 & 23-24, 2017.

Online studio guide https://issuu.com/debibodett/docs/2017_artrails_catalog including map and info on 44 artists in 18 locations throughout Lewis County, WA.

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Reservations required: Toledo Senior Center Nutrition Lunch Wednesday features country fried steak with mashed potatoes, peas & carrots, pears & wheat breat, Friday marinara chicken with chicken rice pilaf, Sausalito veggies, fruit cocktail, Romano dinner roll & spumoni ice cream.

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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I(Heart)Logan posted this update: Logan's cardiologist appointment went well today. His pulse is down and his blood pressure is decent. The Dr increased his carvedilol again. He goes back in a month and then up to Seattle Children’s (Hospital) after that. Thank you for all of the continuing prayers and support!!!

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