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It was a beautiful day last Saturday here in Lewiston. The smoke had been blown to other parts of the world, so the 18 members of the Lewiston De-Litter Bugs had a great time at their litter cleanup around Lewiston Lake. It was just a really nice morning - picking up litter as we sauntered along the shore and enjoyed the light breeze. More ... As the smoke may be continuing for some time and you may experience breathing problems, if you do not need to go outside, please remain indoors. We have received a number of respirator type masks and also the Red Cross has given the center some filter masks, so if you need one, pick up one when you stop by the center for your wonderful nutritional lunch. More ... Shadow is a 5-year-old neutered black and tan German shepherd available for adoption at the Trinity County Animal Shelter. Call Animal Control Officer Christine Edwards at 623-1370. Normal hours for the shelter at the end of Mountain View Street are Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The shelter has a webpage, www.geocities.com/trctyanshelter. More ... Calling all "secret agents": The First Baptist Church of Weaverville will be holding its annual Vacation Bible School this month with the theme of "Mission Possible." The free event is for children in preschool to sixth grade. More ... The fires rage on and eyes and throats are not the only things that are being irritated. Folks are beginning to get a little snappish (though, no one has gone postal yet!). And then, with the lack of oxygen, some very odd things have gone down. More ... The Fourth of July parade included some very special people this year. They are the young men and women of People First. This was a real highlight of the holiday for these young people who had a great time. We're always proud to see Paul Adams working with these kids and enjoying every minute of it. More ... When I was working in the corporate world, someone once advised me if I were to make a mistake, make it large enough to be easily caught. I took it to heart then and I practice it still to this day. My most current mistake was SO HUGE Lion Bernie found it even before the ink dried. More ... The Lewiston Traveling Pinochle Club met July 10 at the home of Ann Jordan. Irene Trenholm won first prize; Gordon Westerby, second; and Barbara Brand, third. Gordon Westerby won the double pinochle prize. The club will meet Thursday, July 24, at 10:30 a.m. at the home of Margie Cobb. More ... Herb of the Week - St. John's Wort (Hypericum perforatum): St. John's Wort is one of my favorite herbs. Internally, I use it to calm my nervous system, to increase my ability to handle stress. Externally, I use it for dry skin, lips, dry cracking hands and feet, cuts, sunburns and other burns. St. More ... FLOAT PARTY: The "Douglas City-Junction City Flotilla," led by Jane Draper, formed up, putting 13 rafts and kayaks into the water of Lewiston's Bucktail Launch Site last Saturday. Carol and Dennis Arthur, with Jim (always faithful) Farmer were the organizers. More ... On behalf of the American Red Cross, North Valley Bank is accepting donations of bottled water, individually wrapped, non-perishable food items, as well as monetary donations to benefit the local fire evacuees. Donations can be dropped off at any North Valley Bank location. Visit www.novb. com for a listing of branch locations. More ... Trinity County Fair Board of Directors will hold its regular monthly meeting Thursday, July 17, in the board room at the fairgrounds at 6:30 p.m. Everyone is invited. The fair will be Aug. 22, 23, and 24. The tractor pull for the children is free. Bob Hildebrand and family are busy working on some new buildings for the Homestead area. More ... Members and guests of the Trinity Garden Club will meet at the home of Bill and Judy Derryberry on Thursday, July 17, at 9:30 a.m. for a potluck brunch. Virginia Updegrave will give a short program on the history and culture of fragrant plants. For more information, call President Rusty Lester at 623- 2385. More ... The Lowden Aquatic Park Project (LAPP) and the Weaverville/ Douglas City Parks and Recreation District began construction on the new Lowden Park Pool with a groundbreaking ceremony on Thursday. Manning the shovels are Brandt Gutermuth of LAPP, Turner Jones of the recreation district, Graham Matthews of LAPP and Alan Paul of the recreation district. More ... "Just So Stories" by Rudyard Kipling will be read at the Hayfork Library on Monday, July 21, from 3 to 4 p.m. as part of the Hayfork Library's Summer Storytime Program. Children, ages 4 to 8 and accompanied by an adult are invited to come and participate in the storytelling and craft project. Advance signups are suggested but not necessary. More ... This fall, Shasta College is offering the course Special Topics in Construction Technology: Principles of Sustainable/ Integrated Construction. This course will provide an introduction to the materials, methods and practices associated with sustainable (green) construction. More ... The Trinity County Chamber of Commerce needs volunteers to help man the Trinity County booth at the California State Fair in Sacramento. The State Fair runs from Aug. 15 through Sept. 1. Volunteers will help promote tourism for Trinity County and have a great day at the State Fair. Contact the Trinity County Chamber at 623-6101 and volunteer before July 23. More ... Tony Snow, White House press secretary for 17 months, resigning in September 2007, died July 11 from cancer at the age of 53. His life should be an inspiration for all. According to reports he never said: "Why me?" He went on living, giving of himself, enjoying life to the fullest. More ... Although the public is besieged by news of wildfires, record temperatures and a deteriorating economy, our local library system is a thriving oasis of activity, creativity and a refuge from these diffi- cult times. Weekly summer library programs are flourishing in both Weaverville and Hayfork. More ... |
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