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Businesses are sprouting up all over. Flip through the advertisers of our own recent start-up, The Canyon Weekly, and you’ll find dozens of examples of individuals with passion and drive. Here’s a sample of just a few.Detroit Drive thorough the town of De-troit and it’s hard not to notice the transformation of the old motel on Detroit Ave. into the luxurious Lodge at Detroit Lake thanks to transplants Elaine and Doug De-George. That was last years project. This year they opened up Detroit Lake Pizza

and Cantina, complete with Tex Mex foods and outdoor seating. Business has been healthy enough for the DeGeorges

to invite family from out of state to come help for the summer. At Detroit Lake Marina on Breten-bush Rd, the growth is apparent the mo-ment you walk in the door. In addition to a full line of fish-

ing gear, they carry everything from flip-flops of all sizes to yard games and

snorkel gear. They recently opened “The Snack Shack” on July 3rd with a full ser-vice menu, outdoor seating and breakfast served all day.

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Infectious Bite: Tick season brings bigger threat of pathogensLocal veterinarian treats potential canine Lyme Disease case, Detroit Ranger District reports “quite a few” ticks this year

The Will To Survive Local entrepreneurs help bring the Santiam Canyon out of recessionIndependence Day comes but once a year - but is that one day truly enough to honor the Freedoms we have been so generously blessed with? We at the Canyon Weekly think not.

So in the spirit of living the American Dream, we claim the entire month of July to give thanks for our Liberties. This week we reflect on our independent nature as members of our communities from up and down the Santiam Canyon proclaim their “Freedom from Recession” by starting up, or building up, their business - despite the national economic downturns.

Thirteen boats joined two races on Detroit Lake July 9 - one race was from Kane’s Marina to Detroit Dam and one around Piety Island. All participants received a trophy by organizer Ker-ry Elwood and it appeared to be a record year for the event. “Seemed to me like there were a lot of poles in the air,” said participant Kim Fowler. Detroit Lake is known for its challenging

sailing winds and attracts professional teams. Next event: August 28, 2011.

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In the Santiam Canyon wilderness, sometimes it’s the smallest creatures that can pose the biggest threat. One of those, the Western Black-Legged Tick, is known to carry Borrelia burgdor-feri - the organism that causes Lyme Dis-ease. Though not known to be fatal, the untreated infection can spread to joints,

the heart, and the nervous system, leading to severe joint pain, meningitis or other problems. “It’s always a little unnerving when you find them,” said Detroit Ranger District spokesperson Jennifer O’Leary. “I’m hearing that our employees are observing quite a few ticks this season.” While most

cases in Oregon occur on the northern and southern edge of the state, one recent po-tential canine case shows just how close canyon residents are to the disease. “It’s a good thing (the dog) had such a perceptive owner,” said veterinarian Dr. Keri Sanders on her Facebook page. The dog’s owner brought the canine to Dr.

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Mill City As you drive through Mill City on Highway 22, it’s hard not to notice the boarded up buildings and broken signs that pock this otherwise pic-turesque community. While there are still many thriving businesses, the loss is notable. Despite that, local entreprenuars like Ark Ani-mal Care are blossoming. This full service veteri-nary hospital on Highway 22 just celebrated their first year anniversary. A blessing for the entire canyon, Dr. Keri Sanders and her staff provide preventative care, dental care,and

nutritional and behavioral counsel-ling - in addition to medical and sur-gical services. Downtown on First St. is a quiet revolution, a rejection of defeat from many Mill City business own-ers. Over the past year, Emily of Emily’s Mini Mart (left) reinvented herself and turned her second hand store into a small family run shop that sells food items and sundries

such as pinatas and kitchen utensils, and now accepts both Or-

egon Trail Card and WIC. Two doors down, Broadway Video (left) is giving the vending machine rental box a run for it’s money - of-fering all movie rentals for one dollar - in addition to ice cold beer and re-cently added hot deli items. Dave and Brenda Lukenbaugh opened the store October 1, 2010 with just 50 mov-

ies. They now boast over 1,000 movies, plus a full array of games. When asked why they opened a business in this town, especially in these times, Dave replied, “Brenda always wanted a store.” Next door, the Pure Indulgence Nail Salon (right) is slated to open by the end of July. A peek inside offers a glimpse into the passion and creativity of owner Casey Dodge, a Santiam High Alumni and past Fourth of July Queen. Casey plans to offer manicures, pedicures and to cater to party goers. For Bill and Mary Lamb, owners of

Storefront business may be more visible - but that’s only half the story “About 50% of our clients are pursuing a home based business offering a service or manufacturing,” said Allison Mackenzie,

director of GROW, a non-profit that helps potential entrepreneurs fulfill their dreams.

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Classic Auto & Tire on Lyons-Mill City Drive, the decision to expand their auto repair business from Salem to Mill City came from a look at what residents need and the great area they live in. Since their success with providing new and used tires, auto parts and all types of repair work, the couple will soon be full time canyon resi-dents in the Lyons/Mill City area. “It’s been wonderful,” said Bill. “The people are very supportive. This is a nice place to have a business.” Of course, not all businesses that opened recently have store fronts. “About 50% of our clients are pursuing a home based business offering a service or manufactur-ing,” said Allison Mackenzie, director of GROW, a non-profit that helps potential entrepreneurs fulfill their dreams. “Most of our clients, overall, site a passionate faith or a divine calling that draws them to the work they choose.” Lyons One key example is Sugar and Spice Bak-ery in Lyons (right). It started in the home kitchen of Sarah Smith (who shared her pas-sion of baking and her strong Christian faith

with longtime friend and neighbor Bonnie Taylor.) Their treats were a hit from the get-go and they quickly outgrew Sarah’s house. Bonnie and Sarah just celebrated the grand-opening of their new retail bakery on Main St. in Lyons last weekend. They specialize in home delivery and keep regular retail hours for breakfast, too. Stayton Love of music and community are two things that drove Ken Cartwright to rede-sign his FM radio station into an “online only” internet streaming venue at www.

kencradio.com.. After abruptly losing the lease to his popular traditional FM station, Ken quickly made the switch. Each morning from 8am-10am, listeners can hear interviews with local person-alities plus northwest and bluegrass music, along with news updates from CNN and weather fore-casts. Ken shares his home and business space in downtown Stayton on 3rd St. with his wife Jan, who recently came out of retirement of five years

to open Jan’s Hair Care. “I was getting a bit lonely and ready to make some friends,” Jan reports. And as for Ken? “Change with the economy or die,” Cartwright quips.

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Want to start or GROW your own business? Take advantage of professional help from non-profit business Enterprise Facilitator Allison McKenzie, who works with GROW Santiam’s 50-member resource board to help local business start and succeed. McKenzie recommends looking for alter-native funding sources, like family members who might get a better rate of return on their investment in your business than in traditional investments like CD’s. Real estate prices are more affordable now, too. Info: 503.871.5188, GROWSantiam.org.

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2nd Annual Berry Festival July 16 at

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Get One Free From 10am-4pm, locals can get a taste of full-season berry jubilee at local grower Fresh to You Produce & Garden Center in Stayton. The gift shop, produce and garden retailer will have a wide variety of local berries and jam for sampling, lunch from Trexler Farm in Mehama, music with DJ Ryan Hendricks, art & craft vendors, Scentsy booth, Tye-dyed clothing from Karen Widmer and Why Not Wear Art - plus a Pampered Chef party at 11:00am. Strawberries are winding down; order flats now for jams, canning and freezing. Blueberries and raspberries are next. U-pick options available. Fresh, on-site grown lettuce & peas, too! Stop by 41639 Stayton Scio Rd (across the river in Stayton). Info: 503-769-9682 or www.ftyp.com.

Gates Community Church Hosts “God

Squad” July 30 Please join the God Squad from Gooding First Christian Church on Sat, July 30th at 7p.m. at Gates Community Church of Christ for an evening of worship, drama, praise and puppets! The program, “I WILL FOLLOW HIM!” features lots of music, puppets, humor, drama, special effects, fun and fellowship, but most importantly, the Team will share why we choose to follow Jesus, today and every day. Directed by Debbie Morris and assisted by Kathy Lehr, the God Squad is made up of Jr. & Sr. high school students, young adults, and several adult volunteers ministering to people of all ages through music, regular and black light puppetry, drama, humor, and personal testimony. The Team’s desire is to serve as a witness for Christ with each member using his or her God-given abilities to His glory. The puppets and their human counterparts are eager to perform and go wherever God leads and opens doors.

There is no charge for the concert, but a free-will offering will be taken to help the God Squad with expenses for their summer ministry trips, supplies and future ministries. All are welcome. Please plan now to join us for the fun and music on this special evening.

Vacation Bible School July 25-29

9am-noon at 236 SW Broadway, Mill City. Come join Boomer, Fez, Amanda, Pogo and Lulu in Panda Mania - where God is wild about you! Psalm 139. Ages 4 - entering 6th grade. Bring your friends and enjoy bible stories, chaddar video, singing, crafts, games and snacks. Sponsored by Mill City Presbyterian Church, Gates Community Church and Mill City Christian Church. Information: 503-897-2802.

Car Show and BBQ July 16 at Santiam

Valley Grange Ed Andersen and family have been working over the past several months to bring classic cars and local food to this Grange building repair fundraiser Saturday, July 16. Located in Lyons at 1140 E Fifth St., this is the second year for the event. As Grange member Dottie Maas said, “It’s going to be big!” Vendors for the shoppers and food for the hungry will also highlight the event - with a BBQ cooked by Steve Geisy from Gene’s Meat Market (ribs or chicken $10) and side dishes from Charlene Trexler from Trexler Farm. About 100 cars are expected to participate from enthusiasts and local car clubs. Vehicle registration is $5, starts at 9am, judging at noon. Dash plaques will be given for the first 100. Info: Ed Andersen 541-990-5553.

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Twenty beginner kayakers took the plunge Sunday on the North Santiam in a free all day class led by members of Oregon Kayak and Canoe Club out of Portland. Several local boaters from Gates and Lyons participated as “safety boaters” to help lead the team down river. The float was organized by Chris Watson, an American Canoe Association certified instructor from Portland, who is also an unofficial honorary citizen of Gates. This beginners progression class helped participants hone skills such as catch-ing and peeling out of eddies, and fast water Eskimo rolls. Pictured: Members of Sunday’s OKCC class near North Santiam State Park.

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The Mill City/Gates Recreation Association boys 5th-6th grade baseball team (pictured below) has been pushing hard this year - and the effort is definitely pay-ing off. Ranking third of 12 teams from around the valley, the local boys won second in the district playoffs, setting them up for State Championships starting Thursday, July 14 in Albany. Their current standings are 11 wins, 2 losses (to Cas-cade and McKay, the two teams who rank higher.) The Mill City/Gates Recreation Association boys 3rd-4th grade team (not pic-tured) ranks first of seven teams and “whomped W. Albany 10-0” in the district playoffs, said parent Stacie Cook. The Mill City/Gates Recreation Association is volunteer run. Special thanks to all the parents, coaches and donors who help make these games possible.

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Thanks to organizers Dan and Khrystyl Best, Fishermen’s Bend Campground is quickly becoming the place for families to spend their weekends and holidays - with water fights, scary stories, safety and survival classes set to run this summer. “We wanted to get more involved in the community,” said Dan Best, the BLM ranger/camp host affectionaltely known as “Ranger Dan” (pictured below). What started three years ago as Khrystyl Best’s idea for just a few children’s programs has evolved into a federally funded summer-full event series. The most popular event is the once-a-month Scary Story and Sing-A-Long, where the legend of a Native American boy who must go meet Bigfoot requires

7-10 campground volunteers and a sound system to help with the interactive production. Ranger Dan & Khrystyl Best have also been working on a Saturday night movie - with local films about Opal Creek, Shelbourg Falls and other hidden gems. But their biggest plans are “Camp FishBend”, which stemmed from one campers thoughts about going to camp back in the 1960-70’s. “We’re trying to bring back old traditions like telling stories and teaching survival skills,” said Ranger Dan. Facebook (Fishermen’s Bend Campground) for info, or call 503-897-2406.

Important: Campground gates close at 10pm to all incoming traffic. Please arrive before 10pm. Exit gates remain open all night. All events are FREE.

July 16, 2-3pm Making First Aid Kits from Duct TapeJuly 23, 2-3pm Our Solar SystemJuly 30, 2-3pm Water Safety with Ranger DanAug 6, 2-3pm Camp FishBend: 3rd Annual Water Fight Aug 6, 9-10:30pm Camp FishBend: Campfire Sing-a-Long &

Stories with SasquatchAug 7, 2-5pm Camp FishBend: Making a Trellis with the Twig ManAug 13, 2-3pm Rock-O-Rama: Rock & Gem IdentificationAug 20, 2-3pm Rock Painting: Make your own pet rock or creationAug 27, 2-3pm Creepy, Crawly Day (with our “other” residents)Sept 3, 2-3pm Camp FishBend Pirate Treasure HuntSept 3, 8:30-10pm Camp FishBend: Campfire Sing-a-Long &

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A few steelhead and salmon are being caught in all river sections. It is not a situation where we have frequent bites, but that may change with river temperature and volume stabiliza-tion. Moon position and barometric pressure are also considerations. At Packsaddle last week, the river volume dropped slowly down to 1,270 cubic feet per second flow, and that increased to 1,670 cfs at Mehama. That is 3.5 feet deep on the Mehama gauge, and that is often used as the upper limit for prime time fishing. Other variables are also important, but it is noteworthy that one of the big factors has arrived. Detroit Lake is two feet below summer full level, and snow is still melting from the sur-rounding slopes. It looks like about 70% of Detroit inflow comes from the North Santiam arm alone. We can get the forecast from the Army Engineers site at www.nwrfc.noaa.gov/rfc .(Go to river and hydrology and select river conditions and then enter Santiam. It is com-plicated the first time, but has very good short term forecasts.) Many steelhead and salmon have already gone upstream from Packsaddle and are hanging out below Minto Fish Trap. With the dropping river levels, there are more rocks to dodge. Experienced boaters know where the rocks are and how to row around them. Angling people will be excited to be able to be closer to the fish, which have fewer places to hide. Join North Santiam River Tripswww.nsrtrips.com, 503-897-3301.

Bill Sanderson’s River ReportJuly 13, 2011 503-897-3301Mobile home for sale in Sublimity. 2

bed, 1.5 bath in pet friendly adult park (space rent is $343/month and includes water & sewer.) Asking $10,500 for more info call 503 769-8772.2000 Jayco Designer for sale Sleeps 8, has ice maker, convection oven, air conditioning, TV, VCR, DVD and more!For more info, call Frank 503-769-8772Local Lamb Available. All natural pasture & grass fed. Chops, shanks, roasts, ground & more. Misty Mountain Farms 503-859-3575 mmfarms@wvi.com.2006 23’ Wilderness travel trailer. Many items to remain with trailer. Great for weekend get-aways, summer travel and fall hunting. $12,000. Mike 503-897-2135 in Gates.FOR RENT Space next to Gates Post Office, used to be a beauty salon. Call 503-897-2966 or 503-897-2161 for more information.Cort’s Hauling Anything hauled! Plus

housekeeping, residential & rentals. Housecleaning: $20/hr. Hauling: call for estimate. Serving Stayton thru the upper North Santiam Canyon. 503-881-2626New fitness classes in Lyons! Zumba and Zumba Gold . Classes start July 6th. Call 503 383-4359 or visit www.santiamvalleydance.comFor Sale 30” almond colored electric range, works great! $75. 503-854-3437 after 7pm.

FOR RENT Small 1 room house in Mill City with shop & fenced yard. $575 month + 200 dep. Avail. July 15. Call Judy 503-897-3051.Tammy Craft Certified Daycare, 16 years experience. 4 positions open for 2yrs old and up. Open Mon-Fri 6am-6p. All meals provided. Lots of

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Down1. (two words)What a Western Black-Legged Tick might give you.2. What you can order online at TheCanyonWeekly.com3. 10-15% off summer clothes at Deb’s _____6. Where you can read The Canyon Weekly for FREE7. The association that’s taking our local baseball teams to State Championships!8. The unofficial honorary citizen of Gates with the OKCC9. (two words) What you can make a first aid kit out of.11. The super cool guy who built our website. Hint: Karen’s husband12. What the Country Girls are holding this Friday.14. What you can get fresh picked at Fresh to You Produce17. It’s almond and only $75.18. ____Dodge, a Santiam High Alumni and past Fourth of July Queen.19. What The Canyon Weekly wants most! Hint: let us know what you want to see next.

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Coming Soon!Donations needed for Hot August Nights school supply fundraiser Mill City Moose Lodge is looking for dona-tions to raffle off to benefit the schools in our local community - by providing under-privileged children with the sup-plies they need to attend. Also accepting donations of school supplies: notebook paper (wide rule & college rule), pink erasers, pens (black ink) & pencils, calculators...and more. Drop off at Mill City Moose Lodge Mon-Fri 4pm-8pm or Sat-Sun 12pm-5pm. Free Summer Meals for kids ages 1-18. • 11:30am-12:30pm at Santiam H.S.

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Detroit Lake Recreation Enhancement and Shoreline Restoration Design Project meeting Phase I: July 23, 7-9pm. Phase II: August 13, 7-9pm. City of Detroit Mtg Hall 150 Detroit Ave N.Stayton High Class of ’61 - 50th Re-union Saturday, July 23, 1pm at the new Gates Fire Hall. Potluck dinner at 2pm (salmon, chicken & tableware provided, please bring your own drinks). Group picture at 4pm. RSVP to Nancy Wodtly Swanson 505-897-3454, 503-897-3365 or RBT@WVI.com. Golf on Friday, July 22 - RSVP to L. Larimer 503-767-0233.

Auditions for The Secret Garden Caroline Gillaspy is looking for kids K-12th grade for the August 1-6 events. Auditions held August 1, 10am at the Santiam HS Commons. Presented by the Missoula Children’s Theatre and the SCSD. Must be avail for all practices/performances (Aug. 5, 7pm and Aug 6, 1pm). Lunch is provided Mon-Thurs. Cost $20 per student or $40 two +. 503-897-2311Youth Benefit Golf Tournament August 6, 9am at Elkhorn Golf Course. All proceeds benefit local youth causes. $90/person or $360/4 person team by July 31, add $10/person after. Info: Mike Long 503-897-4902 mikelong@ybgolf.com or www.YBGolf.com.Ken Cartwright Free Summer Con-cert August 9, 6pm at Pioneer Park in Stayton. Featuring “Little Roy Lewis” and Lizzy Long. By KENC stream-

ing comm radio and a grant from Stayton Cooperative Telephone company. Family friendly event! All ages. Info: Ken Cart-wright 503-769-2778 or kenc@wvi.com. Canyon Readers at Trexler Farm in Mehama: August 11 discussion is The Lathe of Heaven by Ursula Le Guin. Din-ner starts at 6:30 or come for the discus-sion which starts at 7:00. Info: Herb Bas-tuscheck 503-859-2668.Dog Daze City-Wide Garage Sale August 20

Local EventsWed, July 139am-12pm Beach Blast at Mill City Baptist Church. Crafts, music & stories. Ages 3yrs to 6th grade, July 11-15. Info: 503-536-54141pm-4pm Free Basketball and Volley-ball camp w/ Mill City Baptist Church at Santiam HS. Middle school/high school students, July 11-15. Info: 503-536-54147pm Wii Bowling Tournament at Mill City Eagles Lodge (weekly).Prizes for high scores will be awarded at the end of each month. For more information contact Kathy Cooper. New members/guests welcome. 897-31007-8pm Lyons-Mehama Water District board meeting at Mehama Fire Hall Thursday, July 14

9am-12pm Beach Blast at Mill City Baptist Church. Crafts, music & stories. Ages 3yrs to 6th grade, July 11-15. Info: 503-536-54141pm-4pm Free Basketball and Volley-ball camp w/ Mill City Baptist Church at Santiam HS. Middle school/high school students, July 11-15. Info: 503-536-54143pm World fossils artifacts and crafts with Herb Bastuscheck. Dress code theme: European. Lyons Public Library 279 8th St. Info: 503-859-23666-8pm MC/Gates Recreation Assoc meets at Scout Cabin 49003 Remine RdFriday, July 159am-12pm Beach Blast at Mill City Baptist Church. Crafts, music & stories. Ages 3yrs to 6th grade, July 11-15. Info: 503-536-54149am-3pm Country Girls Faire ven-dors, goodies and antiques at 45855 Oak Street, Lyons (by Lyons Mini Storage). Bring canned good donations for the Stayton Food Bank and enjoy coffee and cookies in the garden! Booth spaces still available ($15). Contact Deborah Miley at 503-859-2786 or visit www.coun-trygirlsfaire.wordpress.com.1pm-4pm Free Basketball and Volley-ball camp w/ Mill City Baptist Church at Santiam HS. Middle school/high school students, July 11-15. Info: 503-536-541410-11pm Free Stargazing at Fishermen’s Bend Campground 5 telescopes for close & deep space viewing. Open to the public. Every Friday (weather pending) at Cottonwoods ball field in River Loop. Facebook: Fishermen’s Bend Campgound.Saturday, July 169am-3pm Country Girls Faire ven-dors, goodies and antiques at 45855 Oak Street, Lyons (by Lyons Mini Storage). Bring canned good donations for the Stayton Food Bank and enjoy coffee and cookies in the garden! Deborah Miley 503-859-2786 or visit www.countrygirls-faire.wordpress.com.9am Santiam Valley Grange Car Show and BBQ in Lyons. Ribs or chicken $10. Vehicle registration $5. Dash plaques for first 100; registration 9am. Judging at noon. Ed Andersen 541-990-5553 3pm Mill City Eagles Lodge Chicken

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Drop Bring a few extra dollar bills. Guaranteed to be riot for all, except for maybe the Chicken. Proceeds donated to the Eagles supported charities. New members/guests welcome. 897-31002-3pm Making First Aid Kits from Duct Tape with Ranger Dan at Fisher-men’s Bend Campground. Family fun, free. Info: Facebook or 503-897-24067pm 9-ball Tournament at Mill City Moose Lodge New members/guests welcome. 897-5634Tuesday, July 196-7pm Social Graces Rally Obedience Dog Classes Starting Tuesdays, July 5th. A fun Rally and Obedience Class for dogs and dog owners taught by local professional trainer Linda Grace. A great way to get out and play with your four footed friend. Linda teaches beginning skills that dogs love to learn. Classes held at Mill City Scout Cabin on Remine Rd. $75 for all six weeks. Call to preregister: 503-859-3647.Thursday, July 213pm Music, movement, rhythm & song with Rich Glauber. Dress code theme: inside out. Lyons Public Library 279 8th St. Info: 503-859-23667pm Gates City Council meeting at city hall7-8pm N. Santiam School Dist Board meeting (Lyons schools)

Weekly Events MondaysFree Summer Meals Mondays-Thursdays 11:30-12:30 at S.H.S. Commons for kids 1-18. Adults $2.4pm-8pm Youth Center for 7th-12 grades. Air Hockey, Ping Po

ng, ect. FREE. Mill City Baptist Church.6-7:30pm Eagles Lodge Taco Night New members welcome. 897-3100Tuesdays10am-2pm Quilting Club Canyon Baptist Church 446 Cedar St, Lyons 503-910-4918 12pm Senior Meals Fellowship Hall, Mill City Presbyterian Church. Meals on Wheels avail. Ruth:503 897-22041pm Eagles Lodge Bingo Open to everyone. Mill City 897-31007:30pm Santiam Al-Anon for family and friends of alcoholics, open meeting, Mt. View Church, First and Main,Aumsville (across from Neufeldt’s Restaurant)Wednesdays10am-3pm Judy’s Art Class at Mill City Eagles Lodge. Open to the public. $10, 503-859-2213.4pm-close Wild Wing Wednesday at Marion Fork Restaurant Wings your way (spicy,bbq,or plain) 60 cents each. 503-854-36697pm. AA Meeting Santiam Chapel, Lyons. 7:30-8:30pm Idanha AA at City HallThursdays12pm Senior Meals. Fellowship Hall, MC Presbyterian Church, 897-220410am-3pm North Santiam Quilters, Gates Church, all levels! 897-21024pm-8pm Youth Center for 7th-12 grades. Air Hockey, Ping Pong, Foos

Ball. FREE. Mill City Baptist Church.4pm-close Tex Mex Thursday at Marion Forks Restaurant Mexican cuisine for your enjoyment. Only $9.99. 503-854-36695:45-9:30pm Teen Movie Night Ages 10-18 First Christian Church, Mill City. All kids MUST be picked up at 9:30pm. Free. 503-602-8742 6pm Cedars Taco Night, Detroit FridaysFree Knife Sharpening Fridays Gene’s Meat Market on Fridays from 3pm-6pm; Located at the flashing yellow light on Hwy 22 in Mehama. 503-859-2252.10am-12pm Kid Zone Fun, crafts and a FREE sack lunch. Mill City Baptist Church. 140 N. 1st. St (503) 536-54141pm Canyon Senior Center Open Pinochle 844 South First St, Mill City 503-897-41767:30-8:30pm Idanha AA Mtg at City Hall

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Sanders after noticing the classic “target” lesion on the animal. The bulls-eye red ring around the tick bite isn’t always caused by Lyme Disease, but “since it is high in the list, I don’t like to take a chance....I put them on (anti-biotics) if I see these....why risk it?” According to the Oregon Veterinary Medical Assoc., there were over 500 re-ported cases of canine Lyme Disease in Oregon in 2008-2009. For people, those numbers are far low-er, but that may have something to do with how Oregon doctors recognize the disease, as well as how incidents are re-ported. The Oregon Health Authority reports 31 confirmed cases and 52 presumptive

in 2008-2009. The medi-an age of infected person was 42; the highest num-ber of cases occurred in 50-59 year old females. In Marion and Linn counties in that same year, the rate of infection was .02-.07 per 100,000 people. The highest months of infection are April, May, July and Au-gust. But no one knows how accurate those numbers really are. Lyme Disease diagnosis in Oregon is based on doctor’s de-termination - and some Oregon residents feel that the health insurance industry is refusing to recognize local cases be-

cause “Lyme Disease is an east-coast ill-ness.” It’s gone so far that a Corvallis state representative recently tried to pass leg-islation (HB 3067) to force insurers to recognize the disease. The bill stalled, perhaps based on arguments from suf-ferers that it wasn’t broad enough. Reporting is also difficult because of-ten cases are categorized by county of residence - and not where the disease was actually contracted. In a 2008 study published with the American Society for Microbiology, the disease was not found in any ticks with-in our area; however, it was found in northern and southern Oregon counties. The Detroit Ranger District has any-where from 35-60 people working in tick-prone areas and offers this advice for residents:• Avoid tall grasses and brush where

ticks are likely to live, especially around meadows and power line corridors.

• Wear light colored, long-sleeved clothing that will show ticks easier and prevent access.

• Do a full body check when you get home and learn how to remove ticks properly.

• Watch for the red bulls eye mark with fatigue or flu-like symptoms.

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