Obituaries
Obituaries: Guest, Poulson, Isaacson
published: 5/9/2012 3:56:07 PM
Sharon Corinne GuestSharon Corinne Guest, 75, died from illness at her home on April 20, 2012.She was born Nov. 1, 1936 in Portland, Ore. to Ray and Gladys Powell.
Obituaries: Dennis, Whitecotton, Lundsten, Poyner, Bresko
published: 5/15/2012 12:31:55 PM
Flora J. Dennis
Flora J. Dennis, 91, died of natural causes in Molalla on April 24, 2012.
She was born on July 23, 1920 in Portland, Ore. to Walter and Jessie Edelman.
Military Service
Military Service: Chad Gibboney
published: 5/9/2012 3:58:11 PM
PFC Chad Gibboney of Molalla graduated from U.S. Marine Corps boot camp in January and is currently undergoing combat engineer training at Camp Lejeune in North Carolina.
Anniversaries
Anniversary: Harold and Nancy Howard
published: 5/9/2012 4:00:01 PM
Harold and Nancy Howard, of Mulino, have celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary with a family gathering at McGrath's Fish House in Milwaukie.There were 22 family members and friends at this gathering.
Scores & Standings
Boys tennis: Molalla loses to Philomath in league finale
published: 5/3/2012 10:35:40 AM
The Molalla boys tennis team lost 5-0 to Philomath on the road May 2 in its final league match before the district tournament May 7-10 in Portland. The match was cut short due to rain.
Local Sports
Local OHSET squads state-bound
published: 5/14/2012 11:13:37 AM
The Molalla and Colton equestrian teams will compete in the state meet at the Deschutes County Fair & Expo Center in Redmond.
The four-day meet begins May 17.
Briefs & Roundups
Football: Robles, McClenny to continue careers at Lewis & Clark
published: 5/3/2012 6:00:16 PM
Two members of this past season’s Molalla football team plan to continue their playing careers at Lewis & Clark College.
Billy Robles and John McClenny, who were linemen on both sides of the ball in high school, will join the Pioneers under head coach Chris Sulages.
Soccer: Molalla grad Russell wraps up career with Loggers
published: 5/7/2012 2:38:21 PM
Peter Russell, who graduated from Molalla High School in 2008, was a three-year starter on the men’s soccer team at the University of Puget Sound. Russell, of Beavercreek, was a captain this past season as the Loggers amassed an 11-6 record, including a 10-4 mark in Northwest Conference action.
Four spring teams earn academic all-state honors
published: 5/8/2012 12:13:42 PM
Four area spring sports teams were recognized last week by OSAA and the Dairy Farmers of Oregon for their collective grade-point averages, which ranked among the state's top 10 in their respective divisions.
Letters to the Editor
May 2, 2012 - Letters to the Editor
published: 5/2/2012 5:09:11 PM
Veteran thanks hometown for recognizing Loyalty DayI'm proud and happy to see that Molalla will celebrate Loyalty Day.I enlisted in the Marine Corps as a resident in July, 1951 along with John Becker and Cliff Wade.
May 16, 2012 - Letters to the Editor
published: 5/15/2012 11:43:10 AM
Reader supports Jim Needham for mayor
To the editor:
I just want say something in support of Jim Needham. Can we trust him? I think the record of his service speaks very clearly; yes we can.
May 9, 2012 - Letters to the Editor
published: 5/9/2012 3:29:32 PM
Parents club thanks community for fundraiser supportThe Rural Dell Parents Club would like to thank everyone who helped to make our Annual Bingo Night a great success.
What's Up
What's Up for the week of May 9
published: 5/9/2012 2:57:02 PM
THIS WEEK Tuesday, May 8Molalla choirs concert – The Molalla River Middle School Choir and the Molalla High School Chorale, Concert Choir and Socialaires will perform a free concert May 8 at 7 p.
What's up for the week of May 16
published: 5/15/2012 11:38:15 AM
Tuesday, May 15
Election Day – Don’t forget to drop off your ballot no later than 8 p.m. for the Primary Election. Local ballot boxes are available at the Molalla Public Library and Coltontel.
Sports
Cougars' week on road yields 2-3 record
published: 5/15/2012 12:24:28 PM
Last week was arguably the toughest of the season for the Country Christian baseball team.
The Cougars played five road games in five days, including a doubleheader against Finn Rock-McKenzie.
Girls golf: Molalla wins third consecutive state championship
published: 5/15/2012 4:32:30 PM
The Molalla girls golf team won its third straight state title Tuesday after two days of competition at Eagle Crest in Redmond, a first in program history.
Tennis: Bradshaw, Streight earn state doubles berth
published: 5/12/2012 12:09:54 PM
Myranda Bradshaw and Talyn Streight consider themselves something of a Cinderella story.
Agonizingly close to qualifying for the state meet last year, the Molalla girls tennis team's top doubles pair was determined to advance this season despite having to train on a wooden gym floor due to safety concerns at the local courts.
Track and field: Colton's Smith claims state berth in girls' 400m
published: 5/13/2012 8:58:51 PM
Colton senior Nicole Smith advanced to the Class 3A state championships by winning the girls' 400-meter race at the West Valley League's district meet last week at Dayton High School.
Boys basketball: King resigns as Molalla head coach
published: 5/9/2012 6:13:33 PM
Ryan King has officially resigned as head coach of the Molalla boys basketball team after six years at the helm.
King decided to leave the program to fill the coaching vacancy at Clackamas High School, which competes in Class 6A.
Golf: Molalla girls win district title, boys earn second place for state berths
published: 5/9/2012 11:07:34 PM
The Molalla boys and girls golf teams would be returning home from their district tournaments in Boring in one van, and coach Dennis Wise feared only half of the passengers would be in celebratory moods.
Baseball: Molalla stuns Madras in epic comeback
published: 5/11/2012 2:28:17 PM
Few could have predicted what happened May 9 at Geddes Field
in the bottom of the seventh inning.
Two days after its most lopsided loss of the season, the
Molalla baseball team was trailing 12-5 in its home finale and appeared doomed
to drop its fourth straight game.
Baseball: Errors abound in Vikings' loss to Willamina
published: 5/9/2012 8:10:11 AM
Warren Burge was caught in no man's land.
On a routine fly ball to the outfield by teammate Lukas Overhues in the bottom of the third inning, the Colton baseball team's pinch runner had taken too large of a lead off second base.
Track and field: Molalla gearing up for district meet
published: 5/7/2012 2:35:54 PM
The Molalla track and field team took second place on the girls’ side and third on the boys’ side May 5 at the nine-team Dick Baker Invitational in Gladstone.
Boys tennis: Mix-and-match method enlivens Molalla
published: 5/5/2012 3:30:01 PM
It has been difficult enough for the Molalla boys tennis team to practice in a gym with wooden floors all season long.
But with several players committed to a variety of extracurricular activities, coach Laurel Roses has also struggled to come up with a roster that works week to week.
Track and field: Flores paces Colton at league meet in Salem
published: 5/5/2012 4:22:26 PM
Michelle Flores was asked to fill a major void on the Colton track and field team last month following the departure of standout senior Penny Irving.
The junior is becoming something of a standout herself.
Baseball: Molalla in precarious position as league play nears end
published: 5/6/2012 11:14:04 PM
The Molalla baseball team can't breathe easily just yet.
After winning just three games last year, the Indians are on pace to snag one of the four postseason berths automatically afforded to the conference.
Girls tennis: Mental toughness key for Molalla at district meet
published: 5/2/2012 4:37:24 PM
Myranda Bradshaw and Talyn Streight haven’t forgotten what
happened last season.
The juniors, who comprise the top doubles pair on the
Molalla girls tennis team, came one match short of competing in the Class 4A
state tournament.
Girls golf: Molalla nabs program record in home finale
published: 5/3/2012 3:46:58 PM
Molalla girls golf coach Dennis Wise noticed his team was fatigued on the back nine May 2 at Trysting Tree Golf Club in Corvallis — if not physically, then mentally.
Softball: Colton's momentum hits snag against Willamina
published: 5/9/2012 10:00:49 AM
The Colton softball team sat May 8 in a circle in the grass just beyond third base at Colton Middle School, a 13-8 loss to Willamina only seconds old.
The players' attention quickly turned to coach Harold LaFountaine, who reminded them things could be -- and have been -- worse.
Special Sections
MASCOT DEBATE: Tribes ask board to leave mascot issue up to them
published: 5/15/2012 12:52:14 PM
Two area tribal communities connected with the original Molala Indians have not taken an official stance on Molalla High School’s mascot, but they have asked the Oregon Board of Education to leave the decision up to tribe officials.
MASCOT DEBATE: The story behind Molalla River Middle School's mascot change
published: 5/15/2012 1:54:48 PM
Well before Oregon’s
education department ever considered banning Native American mascots in state
high schools, Molalla River
Middle School decided to shed its
former “Braves” moniker.
MASCOT DEBATE: In a heated debate, a possible solution
published: 5/15/2012 1:07:04 PM
The passion-filled debate over the use of Native American mascots in Oregon schools is frustrating for Lissa Calder.Calder, an English teacher at Molalla High School who has researched and written extensively about the area’s former inhabitants, believes the two prevalent arguments in the discussion are too simplistic.
MASCOT DEBATE: Community activism spikes as locals take sides on issue
published: 5/15/2012 2:03:54 PM
An online petition urging the Oregon Board of Education to allow Molalla High School to keep Indians as its mascot gathered more than 500 signatures.Denise Everhart, a Molalla resident and mother of a soon-to-be fifth generation student at Molalla High School, created the petition and has presented written and verbal testimony to the board urging them to step away from the ban and instead allow schools to work with their area Tribe of Record to develop appropriate mascots.
MASCOT DEBATE: Taking an inventory at MHS
published: 5/15/2012 2:10:40 PM
Walk the halls of Molalla High School and it won’t take long to spot the school mascot.A large, metal sculpture of an Indian head sits outside in the courtyard, in clear view from the school commons.
Police Fire Logs
Police and fire logs for May 3-10
published: 5/15/2012 11:32:50 AM
The following is a condensed list from the Molalla Police Department’s call log for May 3-10. This list highlights much of the daily police activity in Molalla, but it is not comprehensive.
News Briefs
A fairy tale wedding
published: 5/9/2012 6:01:54 PM
Colton High School will present its spring musical production of Rodgers and Hammerstein’s “Cinderella” this weekend and next.The play, directed by Allan Bruner with musical director Laura Knight, opens Thursday, May 10, with a 7:30 p.
Colton's school board to meet Monday
published: 5/11/2012 2:53:26 PM
The Colton School District will hold their regular board meeting Monday, May 14 with an executive session for labor negotiations at 6:30 p.m. followed by a public meeting at 7 p.
Local girl crowned dairy ambassador
published: 5/16/2012 1:57:33 PM
Courteney Ellis of Molalla to serve as their 2012 Dairy Princess-Ambassador at a May 4 coronation.Courteney is the daughter of Rick and Kate Ellis of Molalla.
Train park's season begins
published: 5/16/2012 2:00:45 PM
The Molalla Train Park at Shady Dell opened for the season May 6, inviting all ages to visit the park for free miniature train rides every Sunday from noon to 5 p.
What will healthcare reform mean for you?
published: 5/16/2012 2:27:42 PM
A free community forum about how people will be affected by
upcoming reforms to the healthcare system will be held May 21 in Woodburn.
The event, sponsored by Silverton Health, will begin at 12:30 p.
Winds knock out power for several hundred local households
published: 5/3/2012 6:33:50 PM
Update (8 p.m.): PGE reports electricity has been restored.High winds knocked some trees and branches onto power lines in the area, leaving some Colton and Molalla residents without power.
River alliance to highlight educational field trips at May 8 seminar
published: 5/2/2012 4:38:49 PM
A series of educational field trips in the Molalla River Recreational Corridor will be held again this spring and summer, according to a news release from the Molalla River Alliance.
Repaving scheduled on Highway 213
published: 5/9/2012 3:09:30 PM
A section of Highway 213 between Molalla and Oregon City will be repaved from May 14 through late June, according to an Oregon Department of Transportation news release.
Police office to change location at Molalla City Hall
published: 5/9/2012 3:11:43 PM
In an effort to improve operations and customer service, the Molalla Police Department is moving its public entrance to the front of the building next to the Molalla City Hall entrance.
Centennial Committee seeks help planning Molalla celebration
published: 5/4/2012 3:06:08 PM
The Molalla Centennial Committee, a volunteer board recognized by the city council as the official planning committee for Molalla’s 100-year anniversary, encourages more volunteers to get involved.
Local News
MRA students put science into practice
published: 5/9/2012 6:41:27 PM
The middle school classrooms at Molalla River Academy, a local public charter school, buzzed with activity last Thursday as students shared their science presentations with parents, teachers and fellow students browsing the school’s science fair.
County moves forward on transportation plan updates
published: 5/8/2012 6:43:14 PM
Clackamas County is re-designing its road map for local transportation.With plans to officially adopt a new 20-year Transportation System Plan in 2013, the county completed one key step April 29 with the Clackamas Board of County Commissioners’ approval of vision, goals and objectives for the project.
Century+: Molalla woman celebrates 103rd birthday
published: 5/9/2012 2:29:53 PM
Martha Schultz of Molalla arrived at a milestone few will reach May 6, when she celebrated her 103rd birthday with family members and neighbors.Born several years before Molalla was incorporated as a city, she has lived in the area her entire life and watched as cars replaced horses and a multitude of other changes unfolded over a century’s time.
All-class reunion brings nearly 250 to Molalla High School
published: 5/9/2012 2:42:23 PM
Nearly 250 graduates of Molalla High School and guests gathered on April 28 in the high school commons for their annual reunion and a roast turkey lunch prepared by the Clarke’s Grange.
Searching for an 'X factor'
published: 5/9/2012 4:09:47 PM
A Molalla man tried out for a national TV talent show last month, singing an original song dedicated to his late son.Jake Taylor, 34, won’t be appearing on TV, but he did win a free trip to San Francisco to audition in front of producers for “The X Factor,” a reality TV show co-produced by Simon Cowell, formerly of “American Idol” fame.
Massage therapist sheds 52 pounds to win Cutting Edge Fitness contest
published: 5/2/2012 2:19:39 PM
When 24-year-old Aron Thomas looks in the mirror, he sees an eighth-grader. Thomas lost more than 50 pounds to win the annual weight-loss competition at Cutting Edge Fitness, slimming his 261-pound frame down to the size it was some 10 years ago.
Loyalty to country and community
published: 5/9/2012 4:39:55 PM
When Carol Ream opened her skincare shop four years ago in downtown Molalla, she noticed something was missing.Although known for its Fourth of July festivities and patriotic pride, Molalla’s downtown had few U.
MHS choir takes fourth at state
published: 5/7/2012 9:38:50 AM
The Molalla High School Concert Choir brought home fourth place from the May 4 state championship competition hosted by George Fox University in Newberg.
Emergency responders seek civilian assistants
published: 5/8/2012 6:34:58 PM
A two-day training course for people who want to assist emergency responders in the event of a crisis will be offered for free May 11-12 in Molalla.“It’s to gear normal civilians to prepare for disasters in order to help,” Molalla Fire Chief Vince Stafford said.
Magic in the air
published: 5/2/2012 5:59:26 PM
Whether harmlessly plunging a sword through a brave volunteer’s neck or making a live rabbit disappear, magicians elicited gasps from children and adults alike at a fundraiser performance held at the Molalla High School auditorium April 28.
The race is on for Molalla mayor
published: 5/2/2012 12:08:03 PM
Three Molalla city councilors announced plans to run for mayor last Friday, laying the foundation for what appears will be a competitive race leading up to the November election.
Four candidates seek county commission chair
published: 5/2/2012 4:23:37 PM
Voters will narrow down the crowded race for the Clackamas Board of County Commissioners chair position in the fast-approaching May 15 primary election.
Slideshow: Flashback to the '80s with RPA
published: 5/1/2012 5:44:23 PM
Students from Renaissance Public Academy, a Molalla charter school, performed a 1980s-themed concert at the Molalla High School auditorium April 19, directed by music teacher Linda Botsford.
Molalla's adult center remains in a state of limbo
published: 5/1/2012 5:48:17 PM
The proposal to cut city funding for the Molalla Adult Community Center drew a larger-than-normal audience to last week’s Molalla City Council meeting, with several citizens voicing concerns.
High school artists gather in Molalla
published: 5/2/2012 11:25:24 AM
Student artists from around the region gathered at Molalla High School April 24 to showcase their work and learn about other art forms at the annual Tri-Valley Art Showcase.
Gas smell prompts evacuation of Molalla River Middle School
published: 5/3/2012 11:52:53 AM
Molalla River Middle School was briefly evacuated Thursday morning after staffers smelled natural gas, officials said.
The building was cleared at about 8:45 a.
'Fools' take the stage at MHS
published: 5/3/2012 12:49:07 PM
Molalla High School Drama will present “Fools,” a light-hearted comedy, this week only at the MHS auditorium.The show, written by famous American playwright Neil Simon, takes place in Kulyenchikov, Ukraine where simple-minded townspeople live a life devoid of both intelligence and love.
Council partially waives fees for Habitat for Humanity projects
published: 5/15/2012 12:02:58 PM
The Molalla City Council unanimously approved a request to waive systems development charges last Wednesday for two Habitat for Humanity house building projects planned for Molalla this year.
Panel potential: Molalla man's solar energy experiment proves successful
published: 5/2/2012 5:32:48 PM
Looking to move his home toward self-sufficiency, Glen Boreth of Molalla installed rooftop solar energy panels in December of 2009 with financial help from tax incentives and the Energy Trust of Oregon program.
Molalla 2nd Friday sees successful start to season
published: 5/16/2012 3:13:33 PM
The first Molalla 2nd Friday event of the season was welcomed with sunny weather and a steady stream of people to downtown Molalla on May 11.The monthly event, organized by volunteers with Main Street Molalla, invites the community to visit Molalla’s downtown on the second Friday of each month for extended business hours, specials, entertainment and vendor booths.
Year's first Molalla 2nd Friday events kick off May 11
published: 5/9/2012 3:48:16 PM
Molalla 2nd Friday, the six-month initiative promoting local businesses, returns for its first 2012 installment May 11.Featuring a “Spring” theme, the year's inaugural 2nd Friday will allow area residents and tourists alike to browse the offerings of restaurants and other shops.
OSHA recognizes local mill for safety success
published: 5/15/2012 11:48:29 AM
Employees at a local sawmill have proven in recent years that their line of work doesn’t have to carry high injury rates.
“Traditionally, sawmills are dangerous,” said Brian K.
Rascal Rodeo comes to Molalla this Buckeroo season
published: 5/15/2012 11:55:28 AM
This year’s Molalla Buckeroo festivities will offer something new, in partnership with a northwest organization seeking to bring the thrill of rodeo to people with disabilities.
Molalla school board appoints Lucht to fill vacant seat May 10
published: 5/15/2012 12:09:40 PM
The Molalla River School District Board of Education welcomed a new board member to its ranks Thursday evening with the appointment of longtime Molalla resident Neal Lucht.
Free Access
County election results show close races for two commissioner seats
published: 5/15/2012 8:38:34 PM
The May 15 Primary Election results are rolling in, showing close results in two of the three races for Clackamas Board of County Commissioners. Martha Schrader, running for Position Three on the county board, is showing nearly 53 percent of the vote, according to early results posted by the Clackamas County Elections Office.
Molalla Spring Fling and related events fill weekend schedule
published: 5/16/2012 5:42:37 PM
This year’s Spring Fling looks to be one of the biggest, with multiple community events converging on the same weekend for a busy schedule of events in downtown Molalla.
MASCOT DEBATE: Coming to a head
published: 5/15/2012 3:33:26 PM
The state education board will consider voting May 17 on a proposed ban on Native American mascots at Molalla High School and more than a dozen other campuses in Oregon.
Correspondents
Clarkes-Highland News for 4/25/12: Community bingo season wrapping up
published: 5/3/2012 4:28:04 PM
Last community bingo event for five monthsThe community bingo social at Clarkes Grange next week will be the last such event until the first Friday in October.
Mulino News for 4/25/12: Series highlights energy stewardship
published: 5/3/2012 4:37:14 PM
Are you interested in home energy and water conservation, thoughtful consumption, climate change, renewable energy and green buildings?Would you like to learn about how to finance energy upgrades and share that information with the public?If so, you should consider becoming an energy steward.
Colton Corner for 4/25/12: Colton voters now have ballot drop site of their own
published: 5/3/2012 4:52:33 PM
Voters’ ballot drop box permanently installed in ColtonIn 1998 when Ballot Measure 60 passed, Oregon established vote-by-mail as the standard for voting.
Mulino News for 5/2/12: Local teen achieves Eagle Scout honor
published: 5/3/2012 5:04:59 PM
Troop 257 has produced another Eagle Scout among their ranks.The newest young man to reach the rank of Eagle Scout is Matthieu Russell of Colton.When I report on these young men, I like to ask them some basic questions to get an idea of what the whole experience meant to them.
Colton Corner for 5/2/12: Colton senior plans walk for brain cancer research
published: 5/3/2012 5:11:51 PM
Colton High School senior Tiffany Stone is hosting a walk that will raise money for brain cancer research. This is her senior project, but it is born out of love and concern and the desire to make a difference.
Rural Molalla Voices for 5/9/12: Hamlet of Molalla Prairie to host education panel at May 16 meeting
published: 5/8/2012 4:40:10 PM
By Susan Hansen and Sue HeubleinAre you curious about public education choices in the Molalla area? Do you have questions about charter schools or home schooling and how those educational methods fit in the Molalla River School District?The May 16 Hamlet of Molalla Prairie Rural Community Meeting will feature a panel discussion designed to inform us about conventional, charter and home schooling options.
Colton Corner for 5/9/12: Justin Fraijo honored by 9-11 hero
published: 5/10/2012 3:54:09 PM
Colton Volunteer Firefighter Justin Fraijo, who drowned in a fishing accident March 31, was promoted posthumously to the rank of lieutenant in the Colton Volunteer Fire Department on Friday, May 4.
Mulino News for 5/9/12: Troop 161 prepares for May 12 plant sale
published: 5/8/2012 4:34:28 PM
The Mulino Scouts of troop 161 are once again preparing to sell a wonderful variety of trees, shrubs, perennials, annuals and more on Saturday, May 12.
Business
New TEAM director sees promise in Molalla
published: 5/4/2012 4:30:54 PM
There’s a parable that resonates with Jenifer Kay Hood as she settles into her new position as director of Team for Economic Action in Molalla.
It tells of three blind men who encounter an elephant: One feels the tail and perceives a rope; the second touches the trunk and believes it’s a fire hose; and the third grabs a leg and thinks it’s a tree.
Harvest Market to close by June 1
published: 5/8/2012 1:49:03 PM
The local Harvest Market by Thriftway will close by June 1 because of its financial instability, store executives said, leaving several dozen people without work, many senior citizens without an accessible full-scale grocery and the city without another prominent business.
