Category Archives: General Interest

Math Is Not My Forte

Posted on January 3, 2025 by webadmin

By Jackie Deal Math is not my forte. It’s not my one-two-threete either. You can call it arithmetic like we did in grade school but it’s the same ole thing. Once upon a time I knew my multiplication tables; since … Continue reading →

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TV Dog Park

Posted on January 2, 2025 by webadmin

by Suzi Rupert I saw the sign at the park regarding someone not picking up after their pet. I too, have been noticing that someone with a large dog is the guilty party not following the posted rules. Until now … Continue reading →

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Holy Crepes, Suzette, It’s Next Year

Posted on January 1, 2025 by webadmin

by Fred Prout The big table. Ratcheds Senior Center. Lingering fragrance of pine and confetti. The mixed sounds of Christmas and New Year’s Eve just a diminishing echo. Barely heard but well remembered. The usual cast of characters plus a … Continue reading →

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Sutherlin Light Parade

Posted on December 25, 2024 by webadmin

by Jackie Deal “It’s a rat! A rat!” The kid’s voices shrieked shrilly as they chased the wretched little rodent. It was during the Christmas Light Parade on Central Avenue; a stretch of solid buildings: no alley, no crack, not … Continue reading →

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Water Use

Posted on December 24, 2024 by webadmin

Several have asked what happened to our very high water use. On Dec. 10 we saw a dramatic reduction in gallons used. On Dec. 11 our water use was back to normal. Thanks to everyone for your cooperation. Your Water … Continue reading →

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Points to Ponder

Posted on December 21, 2024 by webadmin

By Ruby Bonham Before we work on artificial intelligence why don’t we do something about natural stupidity. Remember when you could lay in one position for hours, now you have to rotate like a rotisserie chicken or a hip hurts. … Continue reading →

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Henrietta, Hannah and Samantha!

Posted on December 14, 2024 by webadmin

‘Tis the season to be jolly, Fa La La, La La La La! Henrietta, Hannah and Samantha are welcoming members and visitors to the Park Office amongst the garland and pine cones. The Office has been dressed for the upcoming holidays … Continue reading →

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The Missing Missplaced Missmatched Mittens

Posted on November 23, 2024 by webadmin

By Jackie Deal It happens every year. I end the season with unmatched gloves. Really, they’re gloves but for the sake of alliteration mittens sounded better. A couple years ago it was one red and one blue glove. The next … Continue reading →

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Hannah … the story continues!

Posted on October 14, 2024 by webadmin

The Office has welcomed Hannah Hedgehog. She was rescued by Mike and Terry Hilty #71 and brought here for some peace. It turns out she is from the English countryside. Hedgehogs are known to roll into a tight ball when … Continue reading →

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A Few Words

Posted on October 5, 2024 by webadmin

A Few Words Everybody contributes to our everyday enjoyment, or, lack thereof. You go to work and help contribute via product or service. You interact with family,  friends  and strangers.  Often the interaction is positive. Often not. Sometimes the most … Continue reading →

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