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Articles by Patrick Evans
July 1980, no. 22
Australian Book Review acknowledges the Kulin Nation as the Traditional Owners of the land on which it is situated in Southbank, Victoria, and pays respect to the Elders, past and present. This work was developed in a Creative Spaces managed studio. Creative Spaces is a program of Arts Melbourne at the City of Melbourne. Australian Book Review Inc. is an association incorporated in Victoria, registered no. A0037102Z Copyright © Australian Book Review
What worked, what’s next for DCPS after first-ever 'A' grade | Opinion
Patrick Evans Guest columnist Duval County's school district earned its first-ever "A" grade from the state, reflecting significant student progress. The success is attributed to dedicated teachers who build relationships with students and understand their communities. Despite the gains, the district faces challenges like teacher shortages, housing instability and student mental health issues.
SECNAV Addresses Leadership Development, Culture of Belonging at ANSO Eastern Regional Symposium
Secretary Carlos Del Toro stressed the importance of leadership development at all levels of service and fostering a culture of belonging to deliver forces capable of winning against any adversary at the 2023 Association of Naval Services Officers (ANSO) Eastern Regional Symposium. Secretary Del Toro spoke on the final day of the three-day symposium, held at the Vista Point Catering & Conferencing Center, June 8.
Guest Editorial: Sustainable funding is critical for community behavioral health agencies
As our lawmakers navigate the final phases of the pandemic, they will make hundreds of financial decisions aiming to maximize our collective recovery. If leaders aim to amplify the mental, physical and economic health of our communities, it is imperative that they invest in community behavioral health.
Fund behavioral-health providers essential to our COVID-19 recovery
After more than a year, acknowledging the mental-health impacts of the pandemic is like acknowledging a five-alarm fire — unmistakable and growing increasingly urgent each day. Not only are we all still reeling from the effects of living through a pandemic, we now know that a third of COVID-19 survivors are experiencing neurological or mental disorders, according to recent research. As front-line workers, community behavioral health providers have witnessed firsthand the most debilitating effects.
Find help for coronavirus stress, anxiety and depression
April 6, 2020 at 3:20 pm By Special to The Times As the coronavirus crisis unfolds, the focus has been on caring for the physical health of those struggling with the disease. News of the medical profession’s responses to the crisis naturally dominated headlines — and our collective consciousness. While it may have been out of the public eye, the community behavioral health care system has been responding in force to our community’s crisis as well.
Adaptive Design and the Value of Being a Chameleon
If you've seen the sushi geek film Jiro Dreams of Sushi, you probably remember the bit about how Jiro's apprentices spend 10 years mastering their knife skills. 10 years. Can you imagine where you'd be if you had focused only on one skill for the last 10 years … in our industry? Sure, you'd be an expert. You'd also be a dinosaur in a media and business world where the rules and tools seem to change every few days. No offense to Jiro, but in our industry, being a specialist is out.
Bucks' season ends in 13-6 loss to No. 3 Kennedy
Coach Dwayne Nowlin reflects on historic season that included the first state playoff win in program history MOUNT ANGEL -- The St. Paul baseball team's 2019 season came to a close last week in the second round of the 2A/1A state playoffs, losing 13-6 to the No. 3 Kennedy Trojans on May 22.
Building a village - News - Local Stories - February 21, 2019
Sandra Knight says an interactive exhibit dedicated to the Mechoopda Indian Tribe, of which she is vice chair, would offer insight into current traditions as well as those from times of pre-European contact. PHOTO BY CHRISTINA MCHENRY Learn more: A public meeting about the proposed cultural exhibit will be held March 7 at 6 p.m. at the Chico Creek Nature Center, 1968 E.
Oregon Public Policy Fails In Response To Addiction Crisis, Panelists say
The Oregon health care system is failing to address the state’s drug and alcohol addiction crisis at every level, from providing prevention and recovery services to coordinating the response between health care providers and state agencies, speakers at a forum said Wednesday. Speaking at a breakfast session at the Multnomah Athletic Club, four panelists and a moderator said fixes were long overdue.
Oregon Has Public Policy Failure In Response To Addiction Crisis, Panelists say
The Oregon health care system is failing to address the state’s drug and alcohol addiction crisis at every level, from providing prevention and recovery services to coordinating the response between health care providers and state agencies, speakers at a forum said Wednesday. Speaking at a breakfast session at the Multnomah Athletic Club, four panelists and a moderator said fixes were long overdue.
Give Local: Hubbard Fire raising funds for equipment
Hubbard Fire District is raising funds for a new set of tools and equipment. The district received a $25,000 matching grant from the Burlingham Foundation toward the purchase of new extrication and stabilization tools and needs to raise another $25,000 to cover the remaining cost. Hubbard assistant chief Michael Kahrmann said that the district's tools, which were manufactured in 2006, are becoming outdated and no longer have the power to quickly take apart modern vehicles.
Court of Appeals rules in Woodburn Independent's favor
Pamplin Media Group and Woodburn Independent won a three-year-long public records case against the City of Salem Sept. 6. The Oregon Court of Appeals overturned a previous ruling by a trial court that the City of Salem was correct in denying the release of arrest records to the Independent on the grounds that they related to child abuse records.
Court of Appeals rules in Woodburn Independent's favor
Pamplin Media Group and Woodburn Independent won a three-year-long public records case against the City of Salem Sept. 6. The Oregon Court of Appeals overturned a previous ruling by a trial court that the City of Salem was correct in denying the release of arrest records to the Independent on the grounds that they related to child abuse records.
A burning desire to inspire
Oregon's chief deputy state fire marshal and Woodburn native Mariana Ruiz-Temple has been busy the last couple of summers, as fire season grows more intense each year. Ruiz-Temple oversees a large part of the state's fire prevention services, from mobilizing and coordinating agencies during wildfires to securing funding and dealing with the legislature. She never thought she'd be working so high up the chain of command with the state's fire prevention services.
A burning desire to inspire
Oregon's chief deputy state fire marshal and Woodburn native Mariana Ruiz-Temple has been busy the last couple of summers, as fire season grows more intense each year. Ruiz-Temple oversees a large part of the state's fire prevention services, from mobilizing and coordinating agencies during wildfires to securing funding and dealing with the legislature. She never thought she'd be working so high up the chain of command with the state's fire prevention services.
A burning desire to inspire
Oregon's chief deputy state fire marshal and Woodburn native Mariana Ruiz-Temple has been busy the last couple of summers, as fire season grows more intense each year. Ruiz-Temple oversees a large part of the state's fire prevention services, from mobilizing and coordinating agencies during wildfires to securing funding and dealing with the legislature. She never thought she'd be working so high up the chain of command with the state's fire prevention services.
Woodburn hosts its third Community Celebration Sept. 15 and 16
Woodburn is hosting its third annual Community Celebration. The event celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month, and takes place on the same weekend as Mexican Independence Day on September 16. The city also honors the independence day's of other Central and South American nations. The Woodburn Community is invited to share the rich heritage of the Latin American culture, with live music, games and other family friendly activities from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday and Sunday Sept. 15 and 16.
City Councilor Frank Lonergan running for Woodburn Mayor
City Councilor Frank Lonergan has lived in Woodburn for almost 60 years, and with his retirement coming up this week he's looking to direct even more of his attention to his hometown. Lonergan, a city councilor for the last 12 years, is now running for mayor. "It's a chance to be more active in the community," Lonergan said. "This is a great time to be in Woodburn." Lonergan has lived in Woodburn since he was a kid.
New brewery revives old traditions
Mount Angel Abbey's long awaited Benedictine Brewery and St. Michael Taproom is built and the beer is ready to flow. Mount Angel Abbey's Procurator Father Martin Grassel showed members of the media around the brewery last week. The taproom is wood framed, built from timber harvested from the Abbey's own hilltop tree farm, and named for its patron saint, the Archangel Michael. The brewery is a five barrel system; meaning it can produce five barrels worth of beer per batch, about 155 gallons.
Woodburn bond projects ready in time to go back to school
Woodburn School District is putting the finishing touches on two major bond projects just in time for the new school year. The new Success Alternative High School is ready for students, as is Washington Elementary School. The two projects were funded primarily as part of a $65 million bond passed by voters in 2015.
Mural installation puts finishing touch on Mount Angel Festhalle
A bright tableau of lederhosen- and dirndl-clad dancers graces the facade of Mount Angel's Festhalle. The city unveiled a new mural on the Festhalle Tuesday, the finishing touches on the communal gathering and party venue. The mural, painted by Silverton artist David McDonald, depicts jubilant dancers ringing the fountain downtown with Mount Angel landmarks such as the Abbey, Benedictine Sisters, the Glockenspiel and train station in the background.
Mount Angel Planning Commission approves 63-home development
A new housing development in Mount Angel was approved by the city's Planning Commission Aug. 30. The Wachter Meadows Subdivision project would develop a 20-acre plot of land on the west side of the city with space for 63 single-family residential homes. The Wachter property lies on the west side of Mount Angel, between West Marquam Street to the north and West Church Road Northeast to the south. The property is bordered by farms to the west and is itself a former farm field.
Man charged in downtown Woodburn bomb scare pleads guilty
A Woodburn man arrested for carrying out an attempted robbery and bomb scare in downtown Woodburn in February pleaded guilty Tuesday. Patrick Thomas, 35, pleaded guilty to second-degree robbery, two counts of unlawful use of a weapon and unlawful manufacture of a destructive device. He was sentenced to a total of seven years and four months in prison. Around noon on Feb. 22, Thomas reportedly attempted to rob La Caseta De Tarjeta, a money exchange business at 479 N.
Champoeg hosts fur trapper re-enactment
A party of trappers from the Hudson Bay Company will be setting up camp at Champoeg State Heritage Area this Saturday. The buckskin clad men are historical re-enactors who depict the lives of trappers and their families who traveled the Oregon territories collecting furs for trade in the early 1800s. Interpretive Park Ranger Dan Klug organizes the trapper camps each spring and fall at Champoeg, with the aid of friends from other re-enactment groups and historical sites around the state.
County OK's Donald's new Urban Growth Boundary
The Marion County Board of Commissioners voted unanimously to approve the City of Donald's proposed urban growth boundary expansion during a public hearing Sept. 5. The city needs room to build more housing for its labor force and annexed 87.6 acres of land for residential development and inclusion in the UGB this June. Now Donald has been given the go ahead by the Board of Commissioners to include that land in the city's UGB.
WSD considers CTE facility with Measure 98 funds
Woodburn School District is looking for ways to spend about $1.6 million it received for the 2017-18 school year from the state's High School Success act Measure 98. WSD has until the end of 2018 to spend the $1.6 million awarded to it by the program, but faces unclear rules from the state as to how it can use the funds.
Solution to St. Paul water issues in sight
St. Paul residents have been complaining for several years about the city's water quality. The Facebook group "Our St. Paul Community Forum" page is dotted with post from residents complaining about brown cloudy water or a smell like rotten eggs. Fortunately for residents the water is safe to drink, despite being unpleasant. Now the city is looking for funding to fix its water system.
Man charged in downtown Woodburn bomb scare pleads guilty
A Woodburn man arrested for carrying out an attempted robbery and bomb scare in downtown Woodburn in February pleaded guilty Tuesday. Patrick Thomas, 35, pleaded guilty to second-degree robbery, two counts of unlawful use of a weapon and unlawful manufacture of a destructive device. He was sentenced to a total of seven years and four months in prison. Around noon on Feb. 22, Thomas reportedly attempted to rob La Caseta De Tarjeta, a money exchange business at 479 N.
Man charged in downtown Woodburn bomb scare pleads guilty
A Woodburn man arrested for carrying out an attempted robbery and bomb scare in downtown Woodburn in February pleaded guilty Tuesday. Patrick Thomas, 35, pleaded guilty to second-degree robbery, two counts of unlawful use of a weapon and unlawful manufacture of a destructive device. He was sentenced to a total of seven years and four months in prison. Around noon on Feb. 22, Thomas reportedly attempted to rob La Caseta De Tarjeta, a money exchange business at 479 N.
Champoeg will host fur trapper re-enactment
A party of trappers from the Hudson Bay Company will once again set up camp at Champoeg on Saturday. The buckskin-clad men are historical re-enactors who depict the lives of trappers and their families who traveled the Oregon territories collecting furs for trade in the early 1800s. Interpretive Park Ranger Dan Klug organizes the trapper camps each spring and fall at Champoeg State Heritage Area, with the aid of friends from other re-enactment groups and historical sites around the state.
Champoeg will host fur trapper re-enactment
A party of trappers from the Hudson Bay Company will once again set up camp at Champoeg on Saturday. The buckskin-clad men are historical re-enactors who depict the lives of trappers and their families who traveled the Oregon territories collecting furs for trade in the early 1800s. Interpretive Park Ranger Dan Klug organizes the trapper camps each spring and fall at Champoeg State Heritage Area, with the aid of friends from other re-enactment groups and historical sites around the state.
New brewery revives old traditions
Mount Angel Abbey's long awaited Benedictine Brewery and St. Michael Taproom is built and the beer is ready to flow. Mount Angel Abbey's Procurator Father Martin Grassel showed members of the media around the brewery last week. The taproom is wood framed, built from timber harvested from the Abbey's own hilltop tree farm, and named for its patron saint, the Archangel Michael. The brewery is a five barrel system; meaning it can produce five barrels worth of beer per batch, about 155 gallons.
Woodburn hosts its third Community Celebration Sept. 15 and 16
Woodburn is hosting its third annual Community Celebration. The event celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month, and takes place on the same weekend as Mexican Independence Day on September 16. The city also honors the independence day's of other Central and South American nations. The Woodburn Community is invited to share the rich heritage of the Latin American culture, with live music, games and other family friendly activities from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday and Sunday Sept. 15 and 16.
Champoeg hosts fur trapper re-enactment
A party of trappers from the Hudson Bay Company will be setting up camp at Champoeg State Heritage Area this Saturday. The buckskin clad men are historical re-enactors who depict the lives of trappers and their families who traveled the Oregon territories collecting furs for trade in the early 1800s. Interpretive Park Ranger Dan Klug organizes the trapper camps each spring and fall at Champoeg, with the aid of friends from other re-enactment groups and historical sites around the state.
Mount Angel Planning Commission approves 63-home development
A new housing development in Mount Angel was approved by the city's Planning Commission Aug. 30. The Wachter Meadows Subdivision project would develop a 20-acre plot of land on the west side of the city with space for 63 single-family residential homes. The Wachter property lies on the west side of Mount Angel, between West Marquam Street to the north and West Church Road Northeast to the south. The property is bordered by farms to the west and is itself a former farm field.
WSD considers CTE facility with Measure 98 funds
Woodburn School District is looking for ways to spend about $1.6 million it received for the 2017-18 school year from the state's High School Success act Measure 98. WSD has until the end of 2018 to spend the $1.6 million awarded to it by the program, but faces unclear rules from the state as to how it can use the funds.
Solution to St. Paul water issues in sight
St. Paul residents have been complaining for several years about the city's water quality. The Facebook group "Our St. Paul Community Forum" page is dotted with post from residents complaining about brown cloudy water or a smell like rotten eggs. Fortunately for residents the water is safe to drink, despite being unpleasant. Now the city is looking for funding to fix its water system.
Woodburn hosts its third Community Celebration Sept. 15 and 16
Woodburn is hosting its third annual Community Celebration. The event celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month, and takes place on the same weekend as Mexican Independence Day on September 16. The city also honors the independence day's of other Central and South American nations. The Woodburn Community is invited to share the rich heritage of the Latin American culture, with live music, games and other family friendly activities from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday and Sunday Sept. 15 and 16.
Champoeg hosts fur trapper re-enactment
A party of trappers from the Hudson Bay Company will be setting up camp at Champoeg State Heritage Area this Saturday. The buckskin clad men are historical re-enactors who depict the lives of trappers and their families who traveled the Oregon territories collecting furs for trade in the early 1800s. Interpretive Park Ranger Dan Klug organizes the trapper camps each spring and fall at Champoeg, with the aid of friends from other re-enactment groups and historical sites around the state.
New brewery revives old traditions
Mount Angel Abbey's long awaited Benedictine Brewery and St. Michael Taproom is built and the beer is ready to flow. Mount Angel Abbey's Procurator Father Martin Grassel showed members of the media around the brewery last week. The taproom is wood framed, built from timber harvested from the Abbey's own hilltop tree farm, and named for its patron saint, the Archangel Michael. The brewery is a five barrel system; meaning it can produce five barrels worth of beer per batch, about 155 gallons.
Mount Angel Planning Commission approves 63-home development
A new housing development in Mount Angel was approved by the city's Planning Commission Aug. 30. The Wachter Meadows Subdivision project would develop a 20-acre plot of land on the west side of the city with space for 63 single-family residential homes. The Wachter property lies on the west side of Mount Angel, between West Marquam Street to the north and West Church Road Northeast to the south. The property is bordered by farms to the west and is itself a former farm field.
WSD considers CTE facility with Measure 98 funds
Woodburn School District is looking for ways to spend about $1.6 million it received for the 2017-18 school year from the state's High School Success act Measure 98. WSD has until the end of 2018 to spend the $1.6 million awarded to it by the program, but faces unclear rules from the state as to how it can use the funds.
Solution to St. Paul water issues in sight
St. Paul residents have been complaining for several years about the city's water quality. The Facebook group "Our St. Paul Community Forum" page is dotted with post from residents complaining about brown cloudy water or a smell like rotten eggs. Fortunately for residents the water is safe to drink, despite being unpleasant. Now the city is looking for funding to fix its water system.
County OK's Donald's new Urban Growth Boundary
The Marion County Board of Commissioners voted unanimously to approve the City of Donald's proposed urban growth boundary expansion during a public hearing Sept. 5. The city needs room to build more housing for its labor force and annexed 87.6 acres of land for residential development and inclusion in the UGB this June. Now Donald has been given the go ahead by the Board of Commissioners to include that land in the city's UGB.
County OK's Donald's new Urban Growth Boundary
The Marion County Board of Commissioners voted unanimously to approve the City of Donald's proposed urban growth boundary expansion during a public hearing Sept. 5. The city needs room to build more housing for its labor force and annexed 87.6 acres of land for residential development and inclusion in the UGB this June. Now Donald has been given the go ahead by the Board of Commissioners to include that land in the city's UGB.
Solution to St. Paul's water issues may be in sight
St. Paul residents have been complaining for several years about the city's water quality. The Facebook group "Our St. Paul Community Forum" page is dotted with pictures of residents holding glasses of brown cloudy water or complaining about the water's smell. Fortunately for residents the water is safe to drink, despite being unpleasant. Now the city is looking for funding to fix its water system.
Solution to St. Paul's water issues may be in sight
St. Paul residents have been complaining for several years about the city's water quality. The Facebook group "Our St. Paul Community Forum" page is dotted with pictures of residents holding glasses of brown cloudy water or complaining about the water's smell. Fortunately for residents the water is safe to drink, despite being unpleasant. Now the city is looking for funding to fix its water system.
Woodburn bond projects ready in time to go back to school
Woodburn School District is putting the finishing touches on two major bond projects just in time for the new school year. The new Success Alternative High School is ready for students, as is Washington Elementary School. The two projects were funded primarily as part of a $65 million bond passed by voters in 2015.
Mural installation puts finishing touch on Mount Angel Festhalle
A bright tableau of lederhosen- and dirndl-clad dancers graces the facade of Mount Angel's Festhalle. The city unveiled a new mural on the Festhalle Tuesday, the finishing touches on the communal gathering and party venue. The mural, painted by Silverton artist David McDonald, depicts jubilant dancers ringing the fountain downtown with Mount Angel landmarks such as the Abbey, Benedictine Sisters, the Glockenspiel and train station in the background.
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