Big spenders – Numbers you can’t even conceive
Nothing gives me more heartburn than doing my taxes. It’s the one time every year that I feel as though the federal and state governments are ganging up on me and my wife. It’s like […]
Episode drop – New podcast brings Santiam region into digital media feed
A new podcast sheds light on the communities along Oregon’s North Santiam River, from Aumsville to Idanha. “Santiam Local brings our audience weekly episodes with the most interesting and engaging conversations about the people, projects […]
Lifetime legacy – Regis honors Joe Spenner
A full house of people turned out last month to pay tribute to a man who has been epitomized as the spirit of Regis at a ceremony between the boys and girls basketball games. “He […]
The greater good – Erin Cramer receives Distinguished Service Award
The Distinguished Service Award is given by the Stayton Sublimity Chamber of Commerce to an individual that demonstrated outstanding community service in the Stayton-Sublimity area, whose dedication and service provide a lasting impact on the […]
Rising Star – Melissa Baurer honored for vital role in Santiam Integration Teams
Melissa Baurer has earned the 2019 Rising Star award from the Stayton Sublimity Chamber of Commerce. The award is given to the young professional who works or resides in the Stayton Sublimity Chamber area and […]
Red carpet moment – Star Cinema receives First Impressions Award
Retaining charm while updating and upgrading its facilities earned the Star Cinema the First Impressions Award for 2019 from the Stayton Sublimity Chamber of Commerce. Because the owners made major interior and exterior improvements and […]
Community awards – Roots & Wings theme of annual celebration Feb. 20
The Stayton Sublimity Chamber of Commerce will honor local citizens and businesses for their outstanding contributions to the community at its 74th annual Chamber and Community Awards event this month. Each year the Chamber solicits […]
Get out there – It’s the human connections that may change your life
One of the things I always looked forward to when we lived in Minnesota farm country was election day. That’s when everyone in the township headed for Godahl, a wide spot in the road on […]
A solid start – Santiam Senior Center at 10 years
This month, Santiam Senior Center celebrates a decade of providing people over 50 with a place to interact. “We are here to have a place where retired people can get together, socialize and have coffee,” […]
Unveiling history – Brown House restoration projects benefit from grants
Santiam Heritage Foundation recently received enough grant monies to complete the restoration and rehabilitation of the Brown House Event Center. “We’ve received funding from many organizations over the nearly 20 years,” said Steve Poisson, vice-president […]