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In what turned out to be a brilliantly sunny fall day, dozens of people,

men, women and children alike, gathered in Memorial Park in Colusa October 10, all united for a good cause-Breast Cancer Awareness. Some were survivors, others recently diagnosed and their supporters, while others where there to honor loved ones who had lost the battle against the dreaded disease. Despite the nature of the event

it was a very upbeat atmosphere.Vendors were on hand with their think pink and breast cancer awareness items and Kim Womble and Katie Bowers of Ooh-la-la Salon & Spa gave free haircuts with donation to the breast cancer fund. One new addition to the walk was the site of the Breast Cancer Demolition Derby car. The car that was donated to the Colusa County Breast Cancer Fund and raffle tickets sold for the opportunity to drive the car in the Colusa

City Fire’s Second Annual Demolition Derby Saturday, October 17. The car which sported a flashy pink paint job, donated by Selover’s, was covered with pink ribbon stickers that for a five dollar donation people could write the name of their breast cancer hero. There was a walk held at 10 a.m. and for a donation, participants received a t-shirt and lunch and the opportunity to take part in the monumental three mile walk. A stream of black & pink made its way through the city of Colusa, giving those who saw them something to think about. Breast Cancer has affected everyone in some way, shape or form and if not, unfortunately someday it will. The show of solidarity in Colusa County was something for residents and the day’s participants to be very proud of. In the moments before the walk began one of the event planners, Sherri Burns, made an announcement thanking everyone for attending and to let them know that funds are available to those who are diagnosed with breast cancer, to help with medical bills if needed. October is Breast Cancer Awareness month and there are various activities going on in the county throughout the month from the walk, deeply discounted mammograms and screenings to the demolition derby where you can see the breast cancer car in action.

To donate to the Colusa County Breast Cancer Awareness Fund, visit: www.CommunityFoundationColusaCounty.org.To learn more about breast cancer visit www.breastcancer.org

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(Staff Photo) Chris Stillwell signs one of the pink ribbons that adorned the derby car, she was honoring her sister, Donna Logan, who lost her four year battle with cancer at the age of 41. See our next issue for more photos from the walk.

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(Courtesy Photo) Students in Barbara Mayberry’s third grade class are collecting Halloween candy for a Treats for the Troops project at Williams Elementary School. The goal is to fill their former “ball bucket” to the top with candy, which will then be sent off to Operation Christmas Stocking for soldiers in Afghanistan and Iraq.

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Third graders in Barbara Mayberry’s class at Williams Elementary School are spearheading

a Treats for the Troops project, a candy drive to give thanks to America’s bravest. This is a great teachable moment for families with young children, demonstrating a positive way to get rid of that stash kids collect on Halloween night. All donated candy will be sent to Boatsie’s Boxes, a nonprofit organization that delivers care packages to the troops. The treats will be used in the annual “Operation Christmas Stocking,” where this year’s goal is to send 20,000 Christmas stockings to soldiers in Afghanistan and Iraq. Preferred items include, but are not limited to, chocolate candy, mints, slim jims, jerky, trail mix, all kinds of nuts, gummy anything, Twizzlers, chewing gum, dried fruit, kisses, life savers, and hot chocolate and apple cider mix.

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Maxwell High School students and staff, celebrated their annual Pink Day this

week. Under normal circumstances they gather in the shape of the pink Breast Cancer ribbon, all in pink and holding balloons with the names of Breast Cancer survivors and of those who

lost the battle. For the last four years the FBLA and FFA have helped put on the event and hold fundraisers that go towards the Susan G. Komen Foundation. Due to stormy weather, the majority of the program was held indoors until it was time to release the balloons.

Maxwell Hosts annual pink day

(Photo Courtesy of Dick Lau)

Maxwell High School Students releasing pink baloons. (Photo Courtesy of Dick Lau)

Donna Vargas, Key note speaker . (Photo Courtesy of Dick Lau)

local Man turns Hobby into business

staff report

Many people dream of turning a much loved

hobby into a business, though few ever dare to try. One local man is doing just that. Richard Lau is capturing his love of photography and putting it towards creating a business, one that can fulfill his decades’ long passion. Lau was born in Canton, China and in 1965 the nine year old Lau immigrated to Hawaii along with his mother and four siblings, to live with his grandmother. His grandmother, who was a Hawaiian native, wanted the Lau children to have access to a better education. Lau’s father couldn’t get out of the country at the same time and was unable to join his family until 1980. Right after graduating from high school, Lau joined the United States Air Force where for 22 years he was an aircraft mechanic and flight engineer. During his time in the Air Force, Lau traveled the world, seeing amazing people and places. When he was a young man of 21, Lau was stationed in Germany and while there he purchased his first camera to document his time there and future travels. He instantly fell in love and has been snapping pictures ever since.

Over the years he has had many cameras and has honed his craft, everything from scenery shots to people. “I just kept taking pictures and it’s gone from being a hobby to people asking me to take photos for them,” he shared. Finally in 2000 Lau retired from the Air Force and continued his flight as an airline pilot. In 2001 he moved to Williams and quickly fell in love with the community and its people. Now, Lau is a volunteer fire fighter for the Williams Fire Department and also coaches high school volleyball at WHS. Currently, by popular demand, Lau has been growing his photography hobby into a business by offering portrait services, graduation photos, weddings, anniversaries and more. His portfolio is rapidly expanding and he enjoys every bit of it. He currently has a small studio that he works out of, though many of his jobs are on site, and he hopes to move into a larger studio soon.Lau continues to go out on long drives, taking photos of the scenery “It’s peaceful,” he admitted. Look for Lau out and about, you may also visit: www.laus-photography.smugmug.com to view some of his photos and to learn more about what he has to offer.

(Courtesy Photo) Richard Lau’s travels have taken him around the world, which he has documented with his photography. Above Lau is pictured during one of his trips to Paris.

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While kids are encouraged to share the candy they collect on Halloween night, students, parents, and teachers have already started bringing in treats. Donations for postage will also be accepted. The deadline for collection is Thursday, November 5. Donations can be taken to the Williams Elementary School office, given to a 3rd grade student, or you can contact Ms. Mayberry at 473-2885 to arrange pick-up. There is also a donation container downtown at Shear Class Beauty Salon.

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by: Mary MarsH

Many Arbuckle 4H members wore pink

and we held a penny drive in honor of breast cancer awareness at our October meeting on Monday the 12th. Plans are underway for our achievement night being held at 6:30 PM on the 19th. It will be a dessert potluck honoring members receiving awards based upon last years’ work. A tee-shirt design contest will be held immediately after dessert. Members are encouraged to get their pencils, pens and markers ready because the winning design will be used on tee-shirts and sweatshirts sold by the Leadership group as a fundraiser for fees for leadership conferences. Some project meetings have already begun! We

heard from the canning group, the dog care and training group, the rabbit group and the poultry group. The poultry group sounded like it was pretty fun since they actually washed their chickens! Not quite sure how to wash a chicken, but I sure hope no one got pecked! We are still looking members to help on the Community Clean-Up Day on October 24th. Just call Adrian Murphy and she will point you in the right direction. Members are asked to dress up as their future careers for our November meeting. Our club will also be collecting non-perishables for the Colusa County Food Basket Association and going over by-laws, club requirements and general expectations for 4H members.

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Do you enjoy reading and then having an

opportunity to discuss the book with others? You can now come to the new book club forming in the county. The Colusa County Library and the Friends of the Colusa County Library are sponsoring a book club open to all members of the communities. The first book is the life story of the famous Spanish cellist, composer, and conductor, Pablo Casals. The title of the book is Joys and Sorrows and tells of the life and times of this amazing person. One of his last compositions was the Himno a las Naciones Unidas (Hymn of the United Nations); he conducted its first performance in a special

concert at the United Nations on October 24, 1971, 2 months before his 95th birthday. The book is available from Amazon Books so get your copy and join in the discussion and hear some of the lovely music that Casals created. The book club meetings will be held in the Morse Conference Room at the Colusa Branch Library and a new book will be selected for the next meeting to be held after the holidays. We invite everyone interested to come and hear about this fascinating person in musical history and select the next book for review. Refreshments will be served.

For more information contact the library or call Cynthia White 458-2227

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The American Veteran’s Traveling Tribute will

soon be on display at the Colusa Indian Community Center near the Colusa Casino Resort. From November 10-16, people will be able to visit the 80 percent size replica of the Vietnam Memorial which is located in Washington, D.C.

The wall shows the names of the 58,621 men and women who lost their lives in Vietnam. Also on display will be the Cost of Freedom tribute, which is made up of dog tags for all those lost in conflicts after Vietnam. Other memorials and exhibits included in the AVTT event are: 911 memorials, Walk of Heroes, Vietnam Remembered, World War II,

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City of Colusa Parks and Community Services is offering the American Red Cross Title 22 FAFPSP class. This

class is an advanced First Aid training course. Designed to serve as a refresher for EMT’s and other Public Safety Personnel, Lifeguards and lay responders. After successful completion of this course, participants will receive a CPR card, certification in Oxygen Administration and AED use, Blood Pathogens Training and much more. Class will be held Saturday, October 17th from 9:00 am to 6:00 pm, in the Conference Room at City Hall, located at 425 Webster Street in Colusa. Cost for the class is $70.00 for city residents and $78.00 for out of city participants. Dead line to sign up for this class is Oct 15th at 5pm. Please call Sandy @ 458-5622 ext 109 for more information.

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The City of Colusa Parks and Community Services is once again offering the popular County Line Dancing

course. Classes will be held Sundays from 1:30 to 3 pm for six weeks beginning November 1ts and ending December 17th. Instructor for the program is, Mrs. Loraine McBurney of Arbuckle. Classes will be held at City Hall in Colusa. Cost to enroll in the six weeks course is $30.00 per person. All participants must register no later than Wednesday, October 28th. Class will be limited to 30 participants. All those wishing to register may do so by stopping by City Hall at 425 Webster Street or visit the city website at www.cityofcolusa.com for registration forms. This is a great way to exercise and meet new friends. So come on down and boogie!

Being a parent can be a very interesting occupation; rewarding, perplexing, amusing,

frightening, fulfilling, you name it, the list goes on. There is no manual (despite all the books for dummies and idiot’s guides) to really prepare you for parenthood. It’s more on-the-job training. All parents can anticipate the key coming-of-age talks like the birds and the bees or death and heaven, among many others. Some parents look forward to the conversations with eagerness, others with trepidation. However we view it, they are inevitable. My daughter Meredith, who is almost seven, caught me off guard the other day when she asked me about all the pink decorations at the breast cancer walk, and, more importantly, she asked what breast cancer was. I have to admit it hadn’t occurred to me to explain these things to her. So, I explained what breast cancer was, an age-appropriate

version of course, and she got it. I am really lucky Meredith is a smart girl with a very logical view of the world, so my job was pretty easy. The whole interaction really struck a chord in me, making me realize that our kids are smarter

than we give them credit, and they can understand some of the scarier things in life. Knowledge is power, and while each child is different, there are different levels of explanation. For instance, my five-year-old son Isaac would only require a brief explanation, as he is at an age where his head is in the clouds and he wouldn’t really get it. But, he knows people are supporting people with breast cancer by doing fundraisers involving a lot of pink. Meredith understands that breast cancer is a deadly disease for which doctors and

scientists are working to find a cure. She knows it’s a lump that can be removed, then people can undergo chemotherapy to help make it stay

away, but it’s a type of medicine that can make people really sick and lose their hair. I explained that sometimes people die from it, but more and more people are surviving with a doctor’s help. I was really proud of her for understanding, not just understanding, but really getting it. Crazy, I know, but there is a difference. Well, I am playing the part of a hunting widow this weekend, as my husband Aaron has taken off for Washington State for his annual hunting trip with his dad and brother-in-law. So, it’s just me and the kids. I’m looking forward to a fun date night, where we will sit around in our pajamas watching movies and eating popcorn. We might even get crazy and break out Meredith’s easy-bake oven! Wild, maybe, but times I wouldn’t trade for anything. So, happy hunting, Honey! We will hold down the fort!

Andrea Moore may be reached via email at: [email protected]


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ANDREA MOOREPublisher

legends of Music series coMes to colusa

In order from left to right is: Katelyn Davies (Marketing Coordinator), Sonny Turner, James Boggs (Group Coordinator), Mike Phenicie (Colusa High School Music Teacher) and Keller Coker (Writer of Legends Music Series and director of the orchestra that will be playing with Sonny Turner.) Photo Courtesy of Colusa Casino Resort.

Two bats in Colusa County have tested

positive for rabies in the past two weeks. With that in mind, Public Health Officials and the Sheriff ’s Department are reminding people always to avoid contact with bats and to make sure that pets are immunized against rabies. Dr. Lou Anne Cummings, Colusa County Health Officer, reminds the public to avoid contact with bats which typically become more active during this time of year. “It is best never to touch a bat, if one is found inside a home or building Animal Control should be contacted for assistance with removing it. This is especially crucial if a person or animal has come in contact with the bat.” Dead

bats that have not been in contact with humans or animals may be disposed of using gloves or a plastic bag, Animal Control does not need to be involved. Rabies is an infectious viral disease that affects the nervous system of humans and other mammals. Humans get rabies after being bit by an infected animal or when infectious material from a rabid animal, such as saliva, gets directly into their eyes, nose, mouth or through broken skin. Without preventive anti-rabies treatment, rabies is a fatal disease. A bat that acts unusual such as being active during the day, found in a place where bats are not usually seen (such as in a

home or on the lawn), or is unable to fly is more likely than others to be rabid. Such bats are often easily approached but should never be touched. Teach children to keep their distance from bats and to let an adult know if they see a bat. If you find a bat on the ground, don’t touch it, Cummings concluded. Bats are an important part of our environment, but should always be left alone and enjoyed from a distance.For additional information on rabies prevention contact Colusa County Public Health at 530-458-0380. Colusa County Animal Control may be contacted at 530-458-0229.

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Honorable Mentions- Sweatshirts

#9, Jaki Roady#17, Ron Oakley#24, Mike Ward#39, Bob Martin

#55, Luckey Carter

Not necessarily in order of importance- trophies:

1: Nice Ride

#25, Terry & Lisa Brown1965 Shelby Cobra

2: Ticket Getter#77, Harold Hill

1955 Chevy Bel Air

3: Best Looking Stock En-gine

#60, Bob & Pricilla Gonzales1969 Ford Mach I Mustang

4: She’s Beautiful

#1, Ed & Melinda Williams1954 Chevy Bel Air

5: Best Engine#10, Bill Mack

1918 Dodge Roadster

6: Hottest Exhaust#71, “Spring” (unknown last

name)1930 Ford Tudor

7: Ladies Choice

$82, Ted Thompson1955 Oldsmobile 88 Con-

vertible

8: Best Use of Paint#13, Neal Brookman1955 Ford Victoria

9: Best Carbon Footprint

#57, Bruce Smith1922 Ford Model T Speed-

ster

10: Most Outrageous#34, JoAnn LandinghamShelby Daytona Coupe

11: Just Plain Cool#84, Colette Young

1953 Corvette (with mini-cabin cruiser trailer in tow)

Trophies- and 50 gallons of gas/Pacific Pride gas cards donated by Reading Oil:

Best of Show- 1948 and

Prior#74, Bob Criss

1940 Chevy Coupe

Best of Show- 1949 and Later

#69, Darci Richeson1969 Z28 Camaro

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The 44th District Agricultural Association is seeking community participation

for its advertising campaign for the 2010 Colusa County Fair. CEO Carolan Meek says, “We are searching for the best possible poster design which will in turn be used on all promotional items for the 2010 Colusa County Fair.” Meek hopes to tap into the creative talents of not only the general public, but into those of some of the area’s graphic designers, publishers and printers, as well. The fair is conducting a contest for the best design or art work to create the poster and other materials to promote the fair and its theme, “Everyone’s A Star at the Colusa County Fair.” Entries for the contest must be received no later than 5:00 p.m. on October. 30, 2009 at the fairgrounds office at 1303 10th Street in Colusa. Entries will be judged between Monday, November, 2 and Friday, November, 6. The winner will be notified by fair management once the judging is completed. The winning entry will be awarded $150, and the poster art will be included in all media representations. For more information contact Carolan Ferreria Meek, CEO, at 530-458-2641.

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The California State Department of Fish and Game will again be conducting a

special pheasant hunt for Women, Junior and Junior mobility impaired novice hunters at the Nelson Slough Unit of the Feather River Wildlife Area in southern Sutter County. This year there will only be one weekend hunt rather than the two weekends as provided in the past. The dates for this year’s weekend hunt are October 24 and 25, 2009. Pen raised pheasants will be released for the hunters, dog and dog handlers will be provided and there will be no charge for the hunt. All hunters must have a valid 2009 California Hunting License and adults need an Upland Game Bird Stamp. Junior hunters must be accompanied by an adult. Up to 200 hunters will be permitted, with 50 each being assigned to the morning and afternoon hunts on each day. The Feather River Wildlife Area is under the Highway 99 Bridge on the Bear River, 17 miles South of Yuba City. Approved hunters should take the Sacramento Avenue turn off and follow the posted signs. Overnight parking in the parking lot will be permitted, RV’s welcome. Applications for this hunt will be accepted by telephone up to the day before the hunt or until the 200 allotted hunting positions are filled. To apply for this hunt, telephone (530) 743-5068 or (530) 519-0468.

pHeasant Hunt slated for october

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THE NEWS BACK THENSPONSORED BY

SACRAMENTO VALLEY MUSEUM

Patricia Ash, Contributor

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10/21/1905- PUBLiC AUCTiON!

Having purchased from the Hon. H. P. Eakle, his Spring Valley Ranch, situated southwest of Williams in Colusa county, and comprising of nearly 15,000 acres of fruit, farming and grazing lands, together with all the personal property and stock, intending to rent out the grain lands, we the undersigned, will sell at public auction to the highest bidder, on Friday and Saturday Oct. 27th and 28th the following property: 100 young work mules-15 head of mule colts- 1 fancy team Coach horses weighing 1300 pounds each-2 span matched gray mares 3 years old in foal to Jack-1matched span brown mares 6 years, in foal to Jack --3 work geldings- 1 good shire stallion 4 years old-25 Durham grade milk cows-50 Durham grade heifers-6 Eureka gang plows-3 bonanza gang plows- 1 Holt combined side hill harvester, 16 ft cut, four foot extension. 4 sets of breast chains- 15 fifth chains , 80 sets of chain harness, together with a large amount of farming utensils to numerous to mention. Terms: all sums under $50.00 cash; sums over that amount, note for twelve months with approved security, interest at the rate of 7 percent.L. G. Manor sold 840 acres of

land to a company composed of U. W. Brown, I. G. Zumwalt, J. B. and W .B. DeJarnett. He has also disposed of his personal property.

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10/25/1918- WORK TO PREVENT iNFLUENZA

EPiDEMiC-DANGER FROM MALADY CAUSES ALARM

Williams Takes All Precautions to prevent Spread of DiseaseOf the twelve cases that have come under local treatment, seven were from the outside, and five in Williams. So far none of the latter are serious. Of the two at Mills Orchard, one reached a temperature of 106, but is now improving. Four were railroad men who have left, and one case is at Sulfur Creek. County Health Officer Dr. Desrosier wired instructions from Colusa as to public gatherings, and on Tuesday afternoon Justice of the Peace Fouch notified all pool rooms, ice cream parlors, etc. to remove all chairs. Church and Sunday school meetings have all been suspended as are all places for public gatherings.The grammar school has been closed until further notice. The local cases so far are mild and confined to Jewel Smith, Eugene Brown, Milton Eib, and Misses Violet Graser and Lillian Brown.The appearance of masks has become quite general and their adoption is to be thoroughly commended until all danger of the epidemic is passed. It is unfortunate that the hunters are abroad this season, as the prevalence of the disease in

northern localities is heavy, and their grouping in public places is conducive to infection.

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11/01/1918-iNFLUENZA GAiNiNG HEADWAY iN

WiLLiAMS-Local Business is at Virtual Standstill

The local and personal columns of this issue of The Farmer are pretty much given over to influenza news. It had been hoped that Williams would experience a light siege at first, but recent reports show that a number of new cases have developed. Dr. A. W. Kimball has had his hands full with local cases, besides several distant patients that make it difficult for him without assistance. Diphtheria cases in Mills Orchard are serious, and several “flu” cases in town are reported with high fever, though up to Wednesday there were no fatalities. On Tuesday the Bank of Williams was depleted of three of its force. Miss Christopher, Bert Fouch and J. M. Stovall having relinquished their duties to Pres. H. C. Stovall. Masks are generally used but no radical measures have been adopted to compel their use. Non-wearers have mistaken the idea that they alone bear the burden of the risk.

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10/17/1919 ViSiTS iN AiRPLANE: RETURNS iN

PiERCE ARROW

To visit a neighboring town in a big machine or even an airplane and then leave in the same way is getting commonplace.

Miss Cordelia Stovall, fair belle of Williams, has set a new craze in the realms of the social world.

She left Williams yesterday around noon in an airplane with Lieutenant Stauffer. On the trip she looped-the-loop, nose dived and did all the other stunts Stauffer has listed under the category of tricks in the air, then landed in Willows. After calling on several friends around town,

she returned to Williams, not in an airplane, but in her new Pierce Arrow. Miss Stovall uses as her motto, “Variety is the spice of life!”

WiLLiAMS FARMER 10/17/1930 LOCAL BOY OUT FOR U. C. BASKETBALL TEAM

Joe Kintana, who was a member of the U. C. basketball team last year, is again out for practice for the varsity and will make the first string according to reports from his fiends. Joe has a position as coach for a grade pupil in the University City and is finding plenty of time to devote to his studies and training.


THE NEWSBACK THEN

PAt ASHContributorSacramento Valley Museum

Photo taken 1905 from about 8th and E looking east in Williams. The Wil-liams Hotel is on the right, across the street on the left is the Levy’s Depart-ment store and the Williams Opera House which included a smoking room, reading room, bar, and seating for 500. Across the street to the east of the Opera house is Fouch’s Drug Store. The Oddfellows Hall is directly east of the Hotel . the Oddfellows held meetings upstairs while the Bank of Williams, the telegraph office and an ice creme parlor was downstairs. A boxcar on the railroad can be seen in the distance. Photo property of The

Sacramento Valley Museum.

looking back


&GARDENHOME

by curtis pyle

Fall is the time to plant bulbs. So, take advantage of the season’s cooler weather, and begin a low maintenance addition to your garden. You really do get a lot of bang for your buck with flower bulbs. Compare the price you may spend on annuals, that don’t grow back. You can find bulbs at nurseries and garden shops alike. Garden catalogs offer the largest selections of bulbs. Mail order and internet companies abound, as do the many types of flowers around.

Here’s a detail of tried and true favorites for Colusa County.

Daffodils - Top favorite. Daffodils love our weather and our soil, multiply like mad, and require no care at all. Daffodils look great planted in masses. Plant in clumps if mixed in

your flowerbeds. Daffodils like full sun and well drained soil. Let the foliage die down naturally in the summer for best results. Colors aren’t just yellow anymore: pinks, oranges, bi-colored, white and even doubles and dwarfs are in today’s mixes.

Narcissus - Commonly known as paperwhites, and are related to daffodils. Narcissus are multi-flowered and highly scented, and can be potted and brought indoors.

Hyacinth – Unbelievable fragrance and intense colors: white, pink, red, purple, blue, lavender and more. Hyacinths stay below 12 inches tall.

Annulus – An all time favorite of mine! Easy to grow, Ranunculus grow about 2 feet tall. Awesome colors with tissue paper-like petals.

Keep spent blooms cut off for continued blooming.

Oriental Lilies – Exotic colors, mostly tall. A florist’s favorite. Very fragrant, and may need staking. Oriental Lilies grow best out of the wind, so plant against a fence if possible.

Dutch Iris – Tall blue, yellow, white and purple, make incredible cut flowers and are easy to grow.

Anenomes – short and colorful groundcover type plants. Bulbs look like dirt clods. Bright red, white and blue combination blooms.

Crocus – short, like miniature tulips, grow between rocks and in clumps. Grass like foliage spreads nicely between stepping stones and as a ground cover.

Grape Hyacinth – miniature

muscari, ideal for borders and rock gardens. Mix with other bulbs. Stays short with attractive foliage after blooming. Many unusual combinations of blues, purples, and white.

Too many types of bulbs exist to list here, so try a few for years of enjoyment and carefree color. Tulips are not on the list. As beautiful as any bulb, they just don’t make the rating here in our harsh gardening environment. Tulips tend to rod out after the first year. Gophers love them and they don’t usually come back the next year.

Locally, bulbs are available at Griff ’s Feed & Seed. For mail order and online try Van Bourgondien 1-800-552-9996 or Colorblends 1-888-847-8637

Planting flower bulbs now… means years of flowers ahead

staff report

The Colusa County Sheriff ’s Office is

standing strong despite the tough economic climate. With a roster of 66 full time employees including deputies, guards, and support staff, etc. it’s truly a testament of proper planning and good management. Especially when so many other Sheriff ’s Offices in the state are undergoing major cutbacks. “The board (Colusa County Board of Supervisors) did a tremendous job of planning ahead,” stated Sheriff Scott Marshall who added that through their forethought and frugal spending he has been able to keep on his entire staff. He also explained that the state benefits from local property taxes, not the county. Marshall began his career in 1975, and has climbed his way up the ladder ever since. It has been his goal to make the Sheriff ’s Office a good place to work and he is very happy with the current workforce. “I am very pleased with the staff that we have,” Marshall shared “There has been a lot of transition with people retiring and we have some great new managers who are really stepping up.” Marshall explained what a unique area the CCSO covers and the fact that since it’s a smaller county, law enforcement has time to do community service as well as fight crime “We are public servants, and it’s important to keep a good attitude and develop positive relationships within the community.” Part of that community service includes outreach programs for the locals to learn about public safety, gang awareness and the important D.A.R.E. (Drug Abuse Resistance Education) program that is taught to local school children. “If you plant the seed when they’re young, might have a future police officer. We would love to hire homegrown officers,” said Marshall “It’s hard to become an officer, school is expensive but more and more people want to return

to a place where they feel they belong. We can offer a place of well being and belonging.” A few years ago the S.O. put together a sponsorship for a few lucky locals to put them through a law enforcement program in an effort to recruit locally. A shining example of the success of that program is Deputy Arnold Navarro. It had always been a dream of Navarro’s to go into law enforcement but life had a way of happening which derailed that plan. Then one day he heard about the sponsorship opportunity. He applied for the program and was accepted. Navarro has now been a member of the CCSO for two and a half years and couldn’t be happier. Navarro is a Colusa County native which gives him a unique insight to the area and its residents. Part of his job is to be in touch with the community, being a visible presence and a positive role model to area youth. Navarro generally covers the Arbuckle/Grimes area and seems to be well known and well liked by those who live there. Marshall is very happy with his department, they’ve met the goals of attracting and gaining good people, building a good reputation “The people who work here did it,” He stated, giving credit to all those who work hard for the S.O. “They are out

there 24 hours a day, seven days a week, doing their part to make a difference in this community. We have excellent, dedicated people.”The Sheriff ’s Office also has several sub service units such as the Colusa County Volunteer Service Unit that provides non-enforcement support services and activities. A Search and Rescue team, The Colusa County Sheriff ’s Mounted Posse and The Colusa County Sheriff ’s Office Explorer Program are some of those units that are always seeking new recruits.For more information about current programs visit www.colusasheriff.com.


sHeriff’s office a postive asset

(Staff Photo) Deputy Teresa Torres teaches the D.A.R.E program at local schools, in this picture she answers questions from students at Our Lady of Lourde’s in Colusa.


TRAVEL & DISCOVER

solvangDenmark in America

BY ELIZABETH KALFSBEEKWriter/Contributor

Solvang is “more Danish than Denmark,” as an old adage goes, which is not only true, but also a driving force of the town’s charm. For those itching for a taste of Europe, but don’t want to

convert to the Euro, a trip to Solvang will satisfy the traveller’s appetite. The town began as a Danish-American colony in 1911 and has the look and feel of a typical Danish village, including windmills, teal copper or thatched roofs, stained-glass windows and cobbled sidewalks. Old World architecture like bindingsvaerk (cross-beam half-timber) adorns buildings and brings the town’s Scandinavian legacy alive. Take note of the storks on various rooftops throughout the village. According to Danish folklore, storks bring good luck and ward off lightning. On your first morning, have breakfast at the award-winning Olsen’s Bakery, 1529 Mission Drive, open since 1970. Master baker Bent Olsen brought family recipes four generations old from Denmark when he immigrated to California. Enjoy a homemade roll with butter, two slices of Danish doffino cheese, a selection of Danishes, like an almond custard kringle, coffee or tea and a glass of orange juice. Olsen’s is also known for specialty breads, like whole-grain pumpernickel, and handmade butter cookies. For a bit more sustenance, dine a few doors down at Paula’s Pancake House, 1531 Mission Drive. The family restaurant has an extensive menu featuring a large selection of traditional thin Danish pancakes and typical breakfast fare of waffles, eggs and omelettes. Nestled in the Santa Ynez valley, a mere 45 minutes from Santa Barbara, Solvang’s weather is agreeable year-round with a slight hint of salty air. The town, whose name means “Sunny Meadow” in Danish, has three main streets and many side streets and alleys. With 150 shops, restaurants and bakeries, along with a plethora of wine-tasting rooms, the town is a delight to stroll, with treasures every few feet. One of the most enjoyable aspects of Solvang is simply exploring the nooks and crannies of the town, from the courtyards and squares, to the main streets

and side streets. For visitors wanting a more active trip, rent a bike at Wheel Fun Rentals, 475 First St. Stop by specialty boutiques like Solvang Needlework for a new project, or Jule Hus, a year-round Christmas store. Valley Books, at 1582 Mission Drive, is a unique bookstore and coffee shop specializing in “sustainable reading.” The shop is a perfect pit stop for a rest, grabbing an organic Green Mountain coffee and taking advantage of free Wi-Fi access.

Down the way, wander through the Hans Christian Andersen Museum, 1680 Mission Drive. The Danish writer (1805-1875) is most widely known for his

fairytales “The Princess and the Pea” and “The Ugly Duckling.” The museum boasts various exhibits and displays depicting Andersen’s life and work and is located upstairs in The Book Loft building. When you’re done, peruse The Book Loft’s fine Scandinavian literature selection. No trip here is complete without a visit to Solvang Shoe Store, beckoning visitors in with a giant red clog

outside the shop. The boutique is filled with different clog styles for both men and women. For lunch, try the historic Bit O’Denmark Restaurant at 473 Alisal Road. Solvang’s founders constructed the building to be a Danish folk school and church. Now the restaurant serves a smorgasbord platter of Danish specialties such as roast pork, roast beef, Danish salami, gravlaks, liver pate and marinated herring, all served with pumpernickel. Solvang Restaurant, 1672 Copenhagen Drive, is another excellent choice and is known for its aebleskiver, light and airy pancake balls, topped with powdered sugar and raspberry jam. For a more savory meal, try the frikadeller (Danish meatballs) or a medisterpolse (Danish sausage), both served with rodkall (Danish-style red cabbage). For “Sideways” fans and wine buffs, visitors will

recognize Solvang and the surrounding Santa Ynez Valley landscape as the film’s location. The region is best known for Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Syrah, with more than 100 local vineyards throughout the valley. Stop by Wandering Dog Wine Bar, 1539 Mission Drive “C,” to sample local wines. Dogs are welcome to visit with their humans, but not to taste. Though the village can be seen in a day, an overnight stay is highly recommended. While other accommodations like Petersen’s Village Inn or the Royal Scandinavian Inn may be more traditional, couples wishing to enjoy a romantic retreat should call Hadsten House for reservations. The inn is decidedly modern and chic in an old world town, and each room boasts a gas fireplace. The bed-and-breakfast was recently renovated and guest rooms feature classic European furnishings, luxury mattresses, L’Occitane toiletries and flat-screen TVs with DVD players. Hadsten House has a day spa on site and an indoor heated pool. The restaurant features a wine-tasting and hors d’oeuvres reception daily, followed by lavish entrees like pan-seared salmon atop a risotto cake sandwiching sautéed spinach and roasted tomatoes, or grilled pork with mashed potatoes and apple sage demi-glaze. Before bidding farewell to the village, stock up on traditional pastries, kringles, marzipan, almond rings, cakes, cookies and breads to take home. You can’t go wrong at Mortensen’s Danish Bakery, at 1588 Mission Drive, or the Danish Mill Bakery at 1682 Copenhagen Drive. On your way out of town, make time to visit Mission Santa Ines, 1760 Mission Drive, founded in 1804 and the 19th of 21 missions built in California from 1796 to 1836. The mission’s chapel is one of the

few chapels of the California missions to have been in continuous use since 1817. Masses are held daily at 8 a.m. Solvang is an enchanting getaway for families, couples, wine connoisseurs, culinary delighters, shoppers and history buffs. For more information: www.solvangusa.com. Getting there: Leave the car at home and hop aboard Amtrak’s Coast Starlight.

There are daily 11-hour trips from Davis to Santa Barbara with a 1-hour Amtrak Thruway Motorcoach connection to Solvang. www.amtrak.com.

Where to Sleep: Hadsten House, 1450 Mission Drive, (800) 457-5373, www.HadstenHouse.com.

DIScOVER

BY ELIZABETH KALFSBEEK

Writer/Contributor

Cache Creek Meat Co., which began operating in March 2009, is literally a labor of love for partners Kristy Lyn Levings and Brian Douglass. Levings, a third generation Woodlander and self-proclaimed “farm kid,” and Douglass, a fifth generation Woodlander and chef by trade, met at the Woodland Farmers’ Market two years ago. “We went to all the same schools, but we never knew each other,” Levings says. “It took a chance meeting at the Woodland Farmers’ Market for us to finally connect.” And connect they did. Not only did the pair fall in love, they soon combined their love of food and farming expertise to create their pastured poultry enterprise, Cache Creek Meat Co., on the Douglass family farm in the flats of Cache Creek. “Our focus first and foremost is to be as close to the land as possible,” Levings says. “Second, we feel we can offer a better product than the traditional poultry industry; a more humane product and a better tasting product.” The couple raise five different breeds of chicken, each one lending to a distinct flavor profile as well as varied cooking needs, from tandoori or cacciatore. “A lot of people assume they know what

‘free range’ means,” Levings says. “But often times it is 35,000 chickens living on the floor of a warehouse barn who never eat a bug and never see the sun.” Cache Creek Meat Company’s chickens, on the other hand, live outdoors and eat grass and bugs. They live a healthy life and eat a balanced diet. “As a result, they taste amazing,” Levings says. “We have customers tell us it’s the best chicken they’ve ever had, and people eat a lot of chicken in their lives. We’re very honored.” Cache Creek Meat Co., chickens have enhanced texture as well as excellent flavor. Because the birds live in their natural setting and partake in natural activities, like exploring and hunting, the meat holds

together and is not mealy nor does it fall apart. Douglass speculates that the carefree, stress-free life of the birds contributes to the incredible flavor. “People are much more conscious about sustainability and are looking to buy food produced in a sustainable way,” Douglass says. “We are truly local, produced right here on a small farm in Yolo County, not a large warehouse. Even our processor and feed producers are local.” Living an outdoor existence, it’s no surprise Cache Creek Meat Co. chickens are full of vitamin D, which current research shows is a cancer-fighting tool. The pastured chickens are also high in vitamins A and E, as well as omega-3 fatty acids, boosting

vision and healthy skin. “In this economy people are losing their health insurance, and perhaps we need to be more conscious now than ever of what we eat, because in the end, food is medicine,” Levings says. “It can help or hurt your body.” The meat is priced to be affordable for consumers at $3.99 per pound and also to be competitive with co-op prices. People get what they pay for, Levings maintains, and people who choose a lower quality product may pay more for their health in the end. The farm’s slogan is ”respectfully raised pasteurized poultry,” yet, ironically, Levings was a vegetarian for many years. “I didn’t agree with the way the industry raised and processed poultry, and I felt there had to be an alternative and a better way to raising this life that in turn sustains my life,” Levings says. “Because (Brian and I) see (the chickens) everyday and are responsible for their lives, we do so with an attitude of gratitude.” According to Localharvest.org, the average American eats about 80 pounds of chicken per year, which makes it by far the main source of animal protein in the American diet. The high demand for chickens has created bottom-line-driven factory farms where chickens live and die in terrible

conditions. They’re kept alive pumped full of antibiotics and nasty chemicals, and are genetically engineered to grow artificially quick. “We’re talking about living things being placed in an industrial setting, which may contribute to compromised flavor,” Douglass says. “Being liberated from such conditions, our birds taste the way they should. A lot of care and humane treatment is involved in our farming practices. We’re allowing the birds to reach more of their full potential.” Who knows if it is the flavor of the land shining through the meat, the farming practices, raising the birds with love, or a combination, but customer feedback has confirmed the chickens taste superior. “Sometimes I have a hard time explaining to people how our chickens are different,” Levings says. “Everyone thinks, ‘it’s just chicken.’ And then they taste it and they say, ‘Okay. I get it.’ Tasting is believing.” Cache Creek Meat Co., chickens can be found at The Market at Pavilions, Corti Bros., Davis Food Co-op, The Grange Restaurant, Mulvaney’s and Tuco’s, as well as weekly farmers’ markets in Davis, Sacramento (X Street and Broadway), and Laguna (corner of Laguna and Bighorn). For more information, call (530) 312-1572 or visit www.cachecreekmeat.com.


cacHe creek cHickens

(Photo Courtesy of Elizabeth Kalfsbeek) Pictured above: Kristy Lyn Levings, representitive of the Cache Creek Meat Co.

BY ELIZABETH KALFSBEEK

Writer/Contributor

When friends Amy DelBondio and

Laurie Schuler-Flynn founded Hillstone Olive Oil in 2004, it was with a passion and desire to create premium California extra virgin olive oil unsurpassed in quality and flavor. Since planting their first trees, the pair have racked up numerous awards for their Arbequina and blended oils (a combination of Arbequina and Koroneiki olives), including the prestigious “Best of Show” award for the domestic robust oil category at the 2009 Los Angeles International Olive Oil Competition for blended oil, as well as capturing gold awards in the 2009 Yolo County Fair California Olive Oil Competition. Though the women both work full-time for the Yolo County Department of Agriculture, they are very hands-on in tending their three acres of 2,000 olive trees on a Yolo farm that has been in Schuler-Flynn’s family since 1869. “We would like to remain on a smaller scale and be able to control all aspects of our operation from field to fork, so to speak,” DelBondio states. “The consumers that purchase our oil like that we are a small farm because they know where the oil comes from and have a face-to-face connection with us. They are also welcome to come out to the ranch and help us at harvest time if that is something which interests them.” By being a small artisan producer, Hillstone is not trying to compete with the

large olive-oil manufacturers on a high volume basis. Instead, the focus has been to compete with the very high quality olive oils out there. “To grow (in business) is a good thing, but we also want to stay artisan,” says Schuler-Flynn. “We want to be able to tell people, ‘We know what’s in that bottle.’” DelBondio and Schuler-Flynn’s grandparents and great-grandparents were farmers who worked the land and lived a self-sustainable life. “Most of the farms here in California used to be small family farms,” says Schuler-Flynn. “Unfortunately, the way we live and eat has changed. Often the food we eat has travelled so many miles to get here that ‘food miles’ and ‘eating local’ are hot topics. In the days of our grandparents and great-grandparents, local, seasonal food is what was eaten. We are certain that if they were here today they would ask, ‘what do you mean eating local? Is there any other way to eat?’” Schuler-Flynn and DelBondio believe that small family farms are becoming an “endangered species” in California and liken themselves to following in the tradition of small family farms. In the spirit of the inherent goodness of locally grown, farm-fresh food, the pair believe coming face-to-face with the farmer who grew the food is a great thing. “It’s a labor of love,” says Schuler-Flynn. “To be able to say, ‘We grew those olives that were put in that bottle,’ makes us really happy. (The olives) are kind of like children. You watch them grow, then they

are harvested, and off they go.” Olive oil is a healthy monounsaturated fat that also contains antioxidants. Research has proven the consumption of olive oil can help with digestive functions, lowering LDL cholesterol levels, preventing ulcers, gastritis, colon problems and more. Plus, it tastes wonderful. “Both of our oils are great as a finishing oil, to drizzle over the top of grilled foods, pasta or vegetables, and in salad dressings,” DelBondio says. “Sautéing with our oil also works wonderfully. To get the full benefit from the healthy antioxidants in olive oil, it is best to drizzle the oil over the foods after they are prepared just as the Italians and Greeks do. It also gives great flavor to foods. Try it!” Hillstone olives are harvested early, sacrificing volume of oil to get pungent, peppery, robust flavor. The Arbequina variety is fruity and rich, with flavors of green apple, green olive and artichoke, balanced with a peppery finish. The blended oil is also very fruity, with the flavors of green apples, herbs and grass, along with the subtle overtones of floral strawberry and banana, with a bit of pungency and bitterness for balance. Locally, Hillstone olive oil is available at Nugget Markets, Rominger West Winery and We Olives. Bottles can also be found at specialty and gourmet stores in Napa Valley and the Bay Area. For recipes, more information or to buy a bottle of olive oil, visit www.hillstoneoliveoil.com.


award-winning olive oil

(Photos by Megan Sabatto) Left to Right: Amy DelBondio and Laurie Schuler-Flynn.

Public Hearing for the citizens of Colusa at 7:00 pm on Tuesday October 20th at Colusa City Hall to discuss the proposed speed limit increases with Caltrans. While an earlier public hearing was held concerning their desire to increase Market to 35 mph, they are now planning on increasing the 45 mph areas to 50 mph.

public Hearing

City of Colusa Parks and Community Services Depart-ment is offering a Holiday Wreath making class. Class will be held Wednesday, Dec 9th at the Senior Cen-ter / Scout Cabin, located at 901 Parkhill Street; in Colusa from 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm. Cost is $30.00 for city residents and $38.00 for out of city residents. Instructor Bernice Dommer, will demonstrate how to complete a holiday wreath and other creative holiday dec-orations. All supplies needed for the class will be provided.Class size will be limited to 20 participants. The last day to sign up is Dec.1st. Registration forms are available at City hall 425 Web-ster Street, Colusa. For more information contact Sandy at 458-5622 ext 109.

Holiday wreatH Making class

Colusa County breast CanCer fund The Colusa CounTy breasT CanCer fund will be holding meeTings The seCond Tuesday of every monTh aT mCnary-moore from 4Pm - 5Pm. for more informaTion Please ConTaCT sherry burns aT (530) 458-2111.

CatholiC ChurCh of the annunCiation 627 8Th sTreeT williams “meeT & greeT Coffee Club” every Third sunday of The monTh afTer 9:30 a.m. mass Join us for refreshmenTs and ConversaTion

Colusa County eConomiC development Community garden. PloTs 4’ x 16’, Come and be aParT of This greaT CommuniTy aCTiviTy. grow your own ProduCe! Take iT ome or sell iT aT The Colusa farmer’s markeT. ConTaCT lynda reynolds aT 530.458.3028 for any quesTions email [email protected].

Williams Community Center assoCiation aCtivities veTeran’s hall - 9Th & ‘C’ sTreeT, williams, Ca. monday nighT bingo: everyone welCome! early bird games begin aT 6:30 P.m. regular games begin aT 7:00 P.m. refreshmenTs available aT reasonable PriCes, home made desserTs game day: wednesday, oCTober 21, 2009 aT 1:00 P.m. movie day: wednesday, oCTober 28, 2009 aT 1:00 P.m. This monTh we are showing: niColas Cage in “naTional Treasure” show Time: 1:00 P.m. PriCe: free This monTh “free PoPCorn” refreshmenTs: soda & Candy are available aT a low PriCe. (bring a Pillow-The seaTs are hard)

Celebrate reCovery meets every friday night aT 6:30 P.m. aT The firsT PresbyTerian ChurCh (norTh annex building) aT 4Th & Jay sTreeTs in Colusa. CelebraTe reCovery is a free Program ThaT addresses issues of alCoholism, CodePendenCy, drug addiCTion, and oTher hurTs, habiTs and hang uPs. CelebraTe reCovery is oPen To anyone who is exPerienCing Pain, brokenness, or JusT wanTs suPPorT and enCouragemenT. we are an anonymous Program. for furTher informaTion, Please Call 458-2802.

save the date The seCond annual fesTival of lighTs CelebraTion will be held deCember 12Th in williams..

make a differenCe in your Community The CiTizens for a beTTer williams hold meeTings The 4Th Thursday of every monTh beginning aT 6:00Pm. meeTings are held aT The saCramenTo valley museum. everyone is welCome!!

paCifiC flyWay Quilters the County’s Quilt guild. monThly meeTings will be held The 3rd wednesday of every monTh. meeTing sTarTs aT 7:00Pm loCaTed aT The Colusa masoniC hall 311- 5Th sTreeT.

Colusa County general plan update; Community meetings: williams – Colusa – Thursday, oCTober 22, 2009 – 7 To 9 Pm - Colusa industrial Properties Conference room 100 sunrise blvd, Colusa County maxwell – wednesday, november 4, 2009 – 7 To 9 Pm - maxwell veteran’s hall. 250 oak street, maxwell

Colusa CoWboy’s home game sChedule. games To be Played aT Colusa high sChool. oCTober 17 vs. yuba CiTy. mighTy miTes Play aT 8:45.

Jr. Peewee Play aT 10, Peewee Play aT noon, Jr. midgeT Play aT 2 and midgeTs Play aT 4.

City of Colusa noW offering yoga and meditation Classes. every saTurday morning from 10:30am To 11:50am. CiTy hall audiTorium. 4 weeks. sTarTing oCTober 17Th. $50. beginners welCome. deadline To signuP is oCTober 9. ConTaCT sandy aT 530.458.5622 x109.

City of Colusa noW offering adult Co-ed volleyball. monday nighTs 7Pm To 9Pm. egling middle sChool. oCTober 5Th Through november 9Th. $3 Per nighT. droP-ins welCome. ConTaCT sandy aT 530.458.5622 x109.

halloWeen parade: oCTober 25-2009. downTown arbuCkle - aCe hardware Parking loT. sign in booTh oPens aT 10:30am. Parade To sTarT aT 11am. awards will be given for The sCariesT, CuTesT, mosT CreaTive and besT Theme/grouP CosTumes in eaCh age grouP. age grouPs are Pre-sChool and under, kindergarTen To 2nd grade, 3rd To 5Th grade and 6Th grade and uP. bounCe house To be oPen 12-2Pm

training to strengthen loCal nonprofits boards loCal nonProfiT leaders have The oPPorTuniTy To ParTiCiPaTe in a Training on oCTober 5 Provided by The nonProfiT leadershiP insTiTuTe, a Program of norTh valley CommuniTy foundaTion. The ToPiC will be “The renewable board – effeCTive board involvemenT””. The insTruCTor will be laura CooTsona. The Training will Take PlaCe from 8:30am-12:30Pm, in ChiCo, aT The Training PlaCe on The ChiCo CamPus of buTTe CommuniTy College, 2320 foresT avenue. The CosT of This Training is $60 Per Person. for furTher deTails and regisTraTion, ConTaCT nvCf aT 891-1150 or regisTer online aT www.nvCf.org. reservaTions should be made in advanCe, as regisTraTion is limiTed.

arbuCkle elementary book fair 10/26-10/30: mon 1:30Pm - 5Pm, Tues-fri 8am - 5Pm, saT 9am - 11am. family nighT weds oCT 28Th @ 6:30Pm mulTiPurPose room aes Theme - bingo for books (no CosT) *family nighT is an evening ThaT The kids Can bring Their family To The book fair To shoP and Play bingo for a ChanCe To win a few books!! our web siTe is hTTP://bookfairs.sCholasTiC.Com/homePage/arbuCkleelemenTary

paCifiC flyWay Quilters Will host nationally knoWn Quilt designer patriCia knoeghel aT Their oCTober 21 meeTing. PaTriCia is besT known as The TalenTed liTTle sisTer of eleanor burns, CreaTor of quilT in a day fame. Their 2009 ColleCTion of quilTs will be shown. The laTesT PaTTern books and Tools will be available aT a disCounT. Plan To Join The guild members for a fun evening of quilTs. meeTing loCaTion: Colusa masoniC hall – 311 5Th sTreeT. doors oPen aT 6:30Pm.

book fair is Coming to burChfield primary sChool! burChfield Primary sChool wiTh be PresenTing “desTinaTion book fair” running oCTober 31sT-november 6Th. we will offer “early bird” shoPPing again on saTurday, oCTober 31sT, from 10:00 a.m.-2:00 P.m. anyone wearing Their CosTume in To PurChase a book on saTurday, will reCeive Their PurChase in a TriCk-or-TreaT bag wiTh a TreaT!

shoP The fair on saT., before The book fair “offiCially” oPens To avoid The Crowds! on monday, marCh 2nd, The book fair will be oPen afTer sChool from 2:30-4:30. aT 6:00 P.m. on monday donnie Crandell wiTh Perform his magiC show in The CafeTeria, free of Charge for all. following The PerformanCe, The book fair will be oPen unTil 8:00 P.m. The book fair will be oPen The following hours for The remainder of The week: Tuesday, nov. 2nd-friday, nov. 6Th, 8:00 a.m.-6:00 P.m. suPPorT burChfield’s library and visiT The book fair! Call 458-5853 for more informaTion. for informaTion.

“home & business deCorating Contest” show your holiday sPiriT by ParTiCiPaTing in a home &business deCoraTing ConTesT daTe: deCember 5Th beTween 6:00 and 8:00 Pm There is no fee for enTering. PiCk uP your enTry form in The williams CiTy hall or shear Class.

seventh annual free junior hunters sporting Clay shoot sPonsored by The Colusa CounTy fish and game Comission. november 7, 2009 aT 7am. aT raahauge’s hunTing and sPorTing Clays. road 6, dunnigan, Ca. 100 sPorTing Clays Per hunTer, all shells (12 and 20 gauge), lunCh and refreshmenTs all Provided for free. musT be 15 or younger, and have a hunTers safTey CerTifiCaTe or a Junior hunTing liCense. regisTer aT kiTTles ouTdoor sPorTs Co. in Colusa. limiTed To The firsT 35 ParTiCiPanTs who regisTer.

our lady of lourde’s sChool Carnitas dinner. sT. bernadeTTe’s hall. oCTober 17Th.

oll pheasant festival, november 14Th. fesTival hall aT The Colusa CounTy fairgrounds.

dunnigan toWn yard sale. over 30 vendors. saTurday, oCTober 17, 2009. 8am To 2Pm. bill & kaThy’s Parking loT. To reserve your sPaCe Call aniTa aT 724-0305 or barbara aT 724-3584. sPaCe fee is $12 for 12x12 sPaCe. Come and sell or Come and shoP.

Colusa County behavior health, family aCtion Centers in Williams and arbuCkle, impaCt life in Colusa County present the “Coats for Colusa County” everyone needs To be warm This winTer. Please geT donaTions To a droP off siTe. disTribuTion siTes and daTes: oCTober 30Th aT grimes boy sCouT Cabin 11am-12Pm; november 2nd aT family aCTion CenTer 9am -11am 812 king sT, arbuCkle, 476-0822; november 4Th aT family aCTion CenTer 11am -4Pm 901 e sT, williams, 473-5400; november 21sT aT burChfield Primary sChool 9am – 11am 400 fremonT sT, Colusa, 458-5853. Contact impact life Thrift store for more details 458-5776.

read all about it! williams elemenTary sChoolbook fair. Come To The book fair and suPPorT your Child’s sChool! Join us in sharing a love of reading wiTh our sTudenTs aT williams elemenTary sCholasTiC book fair on Tuesday, november 10Thand Thursday, november 12Thfrom 2:30 P.m.-6:00 P.m.aT our sChool. iT is a greaT way To ConneCT your kids wiTh books They wanT To read! ParenTs and family are so influenTial ThaT we hoPe you will Join us on our quesT To enCourage you readers. The ProfiTs from This evenT g baCk

inTo our sChool. we aPPreCiaTe your dediCaTion To CreaTing lifelong readers. see you aT our book fair!

october 16-18

Colusa Casino Chili Cook-off.

october 17

Colusa firefighTers assoCiaTion 2nd annual demoliTion derby. Colusa CounTy fair grounds. gaTes oPen aT 6Pm. derby sTarTs aT 7Pm. TiCkeTs $15. ConTaCT a Colusa CiTy firefighTer for more informaTion and TiCkeT availabiliTy.

october 21

aunTie deb’s ChrisTmas oPen house. 4Pm.

october 22

Colusa CounTy general Plan uPdaTe. Colusa CommuniTy meeTing. 7 To 9 Pm. Colusa indusTrial ProPerTies ConferenCe room. 100 sunrise blvd.

The Colusa CounTy business and visiTors CenTer, The friends of The Colusa CounTy library will PresenT an evening wiTh auThor, Todd borg.

october 24

arbuCkle little league presents 3rd annual Casino night dinner and danCe fundraiser. CoCTails 6Pm. dinner aT 7Pm. dinner by buCkhorn, winTers Ca. raffle Prizes, silenT auCTion, desserT raffle, blaCk JaCk Tables, Poker Table, CraPs Table and TouleTTe. loCaTion: 459 CounTy road 99w. shadinger sTraw & hay building.

october 25

arbuCkle revitalization Committee 7Th annual Car show & dePoT bbq

the saCred heart bazaar will be serving a TradiTional Turkey dinner wiTh all The Trimmings aT The maxwell legion hall. Take ouT dinners available. 4Pm To 7Pm. a fun nighT for everyone! we hoPe you all Come!

october 27

arbuCkle revitalization Committee Car shoW.

october 29

Colusa regional mediCal Center senior health fair. loCaTed aT The Colusa CounTy fair grounds. 10am To 2Pm.

noveMber 4

Colusa CounTy general Plan uPdaTe. maxwell CommuniTy meeTing. 7 To 9 Pm. maxwell veTeran’s hall. 250 oak sTreeT, maxwell


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Los alumnos de tercer grado en la clase de Barbara Mayberry, en la escuela elementaría de Williams, son los pioneros al buscar Regalitos de dulces para el proyecto de las tropas en Iraq y Afganistan, se hará una recolecta de dulces para dar las gracias a los valientes de América, es un momento en el cual se ensena bastante a las familias con niños pequeños, demostrando un modo positivo de cómo compartir los dulces que reúnen los niños cuando los colectan en la noche de brujas ( Halloween).Todos los dulces que sean donados se mandaran a Boatsie’s Boxes, una organización sin fines de lucro, que se encargara de empacar y mandar los dulces a las tropas. Las regalitos de dulces serán usadas en la anual “Operación de almacenamiento de Navidad” la meta este ano es mandar 20,000 bolsas almacenadas de Navidad a los soldados de Afganistán e Iraq. Algunos de los productos que incluyen son chocolates, dulces, mentas, slim jims, carne seca, trail

mix,y todas clases de nueces, chicles, fruta seca, kisses, salvavidas de sabores, polvo para hacer chocolate caliente y también te de manzana.Mientras se invita a los niños a compartir los dulces que ellos recolectan en la noche de brujas (Halloween), los estudiantes, y padres y maestros, ya han comenzado a traer los regalos. Las donaciones que se reciban atreves del correo serán también aceptadas.Tenemos una fecha límite para la recolección que es el día 5 de Noviembre, las donaciones serán recibidas también en la escuela elementaría de Williams en la oficina o los alumnos del tercer grado pueden también ser los encargados de entregarlos en su salón de clases o también puedes llamar a la maestra Ms. Mayberry al (530)473-2885, para arreglar que alguien pueda recogerlos en tu casa. También existe un recipiente para las donaciones en el centro de la ciudad en el salón de belleza, Shear Class Beauty Salon.


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regalitos de dulces para las tropas

Los estudiantes del salón de clases de Barbara Mayberry del tercer grado están recolectando dulces en la noche de brujas ( Halloween) para el proyecto ( Treats for the Troops) dulces o regalitos para las tropas, en la escuela elementaría de Williams. La meta es llenar su recipiente que usaran en la recolecta de dulces hasta el tope de dulces, los cuales serán enviados a las tropas de Iraq y Afganistán, en una operación de recolecta llamada recolecta de navidad para los soldados de Iraq y Afganistán.

En las últimas dos semanas dos murciélagos se les hicieron la pruebra de la rabia y han salido positiv en el Condado de Colusa. Con esto en mente los Oficiales de Salud Pública y el Departamento de Sheriff ’s quiere recordarles a las personas que eviten el contacto con los murciélagos y que aseguren los animales domésticos esten vacunados contra la rabia. Dr. Lou Anne Cummings, Oficial del Condado de Colusa, le recuerda al público que evite el contacto con murciélagos, que suelen ser más activos durante este tiempo del año. “Si encuentra un murciélago en su casa o edificio, es mejor que no lo toque, pongase en contacto con el Departamento de Control de Animales para que le ayuden a quitarlo. Esto es especialmente importante si una persona o animal ha tenido contacto con el murciélago.” Mursiélagos muertos que no han tenido contacto con seres humanos o animales pueden ser eliminados usando guantes o una bolsa de plástico, No es necesario que hable al Control de Animales. Rabia es una enfermedad viral infecciosa que afecta el sistema nervioso en seres humanos y otros mamíferos. Los humanos contraen la enfermedad después de haber sido mordido por un animal infectado o cuando material infeccioso de un animal rabioso, como saliva, entra directamente a los ojos, nariz, boca o en la piel lesionada. Sin tratamiento preventivo contra la rabia, es una enfermedad mortal. Un murciélago que actua raro y esta activo durante el día, y se encuentra en un lugar donde los murciélagos no suelen ser vistos (como en la casa o en el sacate), o no puede volar es más problable que tenga rabia. Estos murciélagos a menudo se les puede acercar facilmente pero nunca debe de tocarlos. Enseñe a sus niños a mantener su

distancia de los murciélagos y que le digan a un adulto si ven un murciélago. Si usted encuentra un murciélago en el suelo, no lo toque, Cummings concluyó. Murciélagos son una parte importante de nuestro ambiente, pero siempre hay que dejarlos solos y disfrutarlos desde la distancia.Para información adicional sobre la rabia y prevención llame al Condado de Colusa Departamento de Salud Pública al 530-458-0380. El Departamento de Colusa Control de Animales llame 530-458-0229.

la rabia en Murciélagos del condado de colusa

Las tiendas ya comenzaron a adornarse con decoraciones navideñas y comenzaron a tener productos a la venta para estas navidades lo cual es señal de que las navidades están a la vuelta de la esquina. Pará muchos, el día de acción de gracias navidades el ano nuevo, van de mano en mano los buenos deseos y el visitar a los familiares es algo de rigor para festejar. Pero las fiestas pueden convertirse en un dolor de cabeza literalmente, para aquellos que se sobrepasan en las bebidas y en la comida que contiene bastante grase durante las fiestas venideras. “El síndrome del corazón por las fiestas” es incomodo y la mayoría de las veces es muy preocupante, el descontrol del ritmo del corazón, el más común la obstrucción de las arterias. Esta irregularizacion del corazón puede ser causada, por la indulgencia en el consumo de bebidas. Los síntomas incluyen: dolor en el pecho, palpitaciones, un corazón resonante, el recorta miento en la respiración y respirar con dificultad. “En conjunto estos padecimientos se pueden resolver muy fácilmente por ellos mismos, estos síntomas pueden ser un peligro a la vida”, nos dijo el doctor Frank Staggers Jr., M.D. Director de la asociación en el proyecto del estudio del corazón en el instituto de salud Étnico de Alta Bates Summit Hospital en Oakland. “Las personas pueden morir por tomar en exceso bebidas dañinas para el corazón. Ciertas personas están predispuestas a las enfermedades del corazón, no todo mundo tiene un corazón saludable. También hay diferencia en las personas que son frecuentes bebedores a los que solo lo hacen de vez en cuando o por primera vez. Si bebes muy frecuentemente más probabilidades tendrás de tener problemas cardiacos”. El problema puede ocurrir en personas que son

bebedores frecuentes, nos enfatizo Staggers Jr. El mismo Staggers nos enfatizo que los problemas del corazón son acumulativos,” Las personas que (abusan de las bebidas dañinas para el corazón), una y otra vez, pueden hacerle un daño permanente al corazón”, similar a las quemaduras que se hacen al exponerse al sol, las más veces que las personas se exponen y se les quema la piel, más profundas se van haciendo los daños a los tejidos de la misma, igualmente ocurre a los tejidos del corazón los daños se van haciendo más profundos, si las personas utilizan el abuso en las bebidas, las personas no experimentaran mas el síndrome festivo del corazón, pero si encontraran un daño permanente al corazón. No podemos abusar del corazón, piénsalo mejor y veras que si lo haces no vendrán después los abusos en contra de tu salud pues pudiste y controlaste los mismos.Para poder combatir el síndrome del corazón en las fiestas, las personas necesitan de tener un buen comportamiento, durante las fiestas no es solamente alcohol, las personas también tienden a comer más, lo cual agrega el daño a nuestro corazón, son dos modos de dañar permanentemente el corazón, el consumo de alcohol y de bebidas con bastante colesterol y grasas saturadas son dos armas mortales hacia nuestro corazón.Que es lo que las personas pueden hacer para evitar terminar sus fiestas en el hospital en vez de estar cómodos en sus casa y con sus familiares disfrutando de las fiestas y las reuniones?Así como los viejos dichos dicen, una onza de prevención vale una libra de curación. Aquí tenemos unas sugerencias que nos da Staggers para tener un corazón saludable mientras celebramos nuestras fiestas.

asegúrate de tener un corazón saludable en estas navidades


BY ELIZABETH KALFSBEEKWriter/Contributor

Stores already have Christmas decorations on display signaling the

holiday season is right around the corner. For many, Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year’s go hand-in-hand with family visits and feasts. But the holidays could turn into a time of heartache - literally - for those who overindulge in alcohol and fatty foods during the upcoming festivities. “Holiday Heart Syndrome” is an uncomfortable, often scary, disruption of the heart’s normal rhythm, most commonly atrial fibrillation. This arrhythmia of the heart can be caused by binge drinking, usually on vacation or during the holidays, and can also been seen frequently in school kids. Symptoms may include chest pains, palpitations, a pounding heart, light headedness or shortness of breath. “Although the condition usually resolves itself, it can be life-threatening,” says Dr. Frank Staggers Jr., M.D., Associate Project Director of the Heart and Health Study at the Ethnic Health Institute of Alta Bates Summit Hospital in Oakland. “People can die of binge drinking. Certain people are predisposed to heart disease, not everyone has a healthy heart. It also makes a difference if the offender is a frequent binge drinker, or a ‘first-time offender.’ The more you insult the heart, the more you move from a transient cardiac problem to a permanent cardiac problem.” The problem can occur for most people who are recurrent binge drinkers, he emphasizes. Staggers stresses that heart problems are cumulative. “The person who (binge drinks) over and over again can incur permanent heart damage,” he says. “Similar to a sunburn, the more times a person gets burned, the more deep tissue damage will occur. If (binge drinking) is a continued, recurrent pattern, people will no longer be experiencing holiday

heart syndrome, but will find themselves with a permanent heart problem. You cannot abuse your heart over and over and think it won’t come back to haunt you.” In order to combat holiday heart syndrome, people need a proactive and comprehensive approach. “During the holidays, it’s not just about alcohol,” Staggers says. “People are often eating more rich foods, to add insult to injury. It’s two barrels shooting at you; one being alcohol, added to that people are taking time to gorge out, adding cholesterol and other fats to the heart.” So what can people to do to avoid ending their holiday in a hospital instead of under a cozy duvet? As the old saying goes, an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure. Below are suggestions from Staggers on how to be heart smart while celebrating a healthy holiday: -Don’t binge. Drink in moderation. A limit of one to two drinks per day is recommended. -When you’re hitting the steak and prime-rib buffets, have some fish as well. Fish contains omega-3 fatty acids which reduce inflammation and help prevent heart disease. -Don’t gorge on fatty foods. -It’s good to watch all the football games, but better to throw in some exercise also. It helps lower stress. -Get out! Depression rates are higher around the holidays, and it helps to connect with people. If you don’t have family or friends near by, go to a community center, church or other places to interact with people. Failing this advice, Staggers recommends anyone who experiences “classic” cardiac symptoms, such as chest pains, palpitations, a pounding heart, light headedness or shortness of breath, to seek medical attention immediately. “Don’t wait,” he stresses. “Time is life. If you wait around or hesitate, we have to play catch up, which we don’t like to do. But the best thing to do is not to insult the heart in the first place.”

Have a HealtHy Holiday Heart

Special to the WPR

Sheriff Scott Marshall, Colusa County Sheriff will speak on” Safety for

Seniors”, in Colusa on October 29th as one of the keynote speakers for the Senior Health Fair sponsored by Colusa Regional Medical Center. Other keynote speakers include: Diana Gray of Hi-Çap/Passages speaking on “Do you want to save on Medicare RX costs?”; Cathy Sweet, Registered Dietician from CRMC fixing Low cost healthy meal choices”, Tulsi Parikh, Rehabilitation Therapist from CRMC presenting on “Exercises for Healthy Aging and Safe Journey through your Homes”, and Dr. Joel Berman, DPM, speaking on “These feet were made for walking!” The speakers will begin their presentations at 10:30 A.M. The seventh annual Senior Health Fair sponsored by Colusa Regional Medical Center will be held Thursday, October 29, from 10:00 A.M. to 2 P.M. in the Main Exhibit Hall, Colusa County Fairgrounds. Admission is FREE to all ages. Vendor booths will be open to all health fair goers providing a full range of health screenings and health information. According to Mary Jane Tait, RN,

CRMC Director of Staff Development and Employee Health, the screenings that will be available that day will include: “Colusa County Health Department offering seasonal flu shots and there will be free health checks, ranging from blood sugars to foot health, blood pressure, gait and balance and risk of breast cancer detection.” Health screening and education participants in this year’s event include: Adult Protective Services, Alzheimer’s Association; American Cancer Society; Apria Healthcare; Podiatrist, Dr. Joel Berman; Representatives from CMRC’s Departments of Home Health, Dietitians office, Laboratory ,Nursing , Radiology, Rehabilitation, Respiratory Therapy and Urgent Care; Dr. Tom Gibson’s office offering free oral cancer screening exams, California Highway Patrol, Colusa City Fire Department; Colusa County Health Department; Colusa Hearing Aid; Colusa Milling Company, Colusa Non- Emergency Transport and Colusa Cab Company; Del Oro Care Givers; Enloe Ambulance; Golden State Donor Services ,FOCCAS; Hi-Cap/Passages ;Lifeline’ Lincare; CICC Wellness Center/Cindy Romano; McNary-Moore Grief Support; Pacific Pulmonary Services; Passages; Public Authority;

Social Security; State Farm insurance; Tobacco Education; Touch of Health Therapeutic Body Works, Palm Gardens ,Valley West Care Center, Veteran’s Administration and Wells Fargo Bank. There will be local agencies available to show what services are available within the reach of our seniors here in Colusa County ranging in scope from Pacific Flyway Quilters, Friends of the Library, Bookworm, Parks and Recreation, Senior Canteen, Colusa Garden Club ,Colusa County Arts Council, University of California Master Gardeners, Colusa County Chamber of Commerce and many others. A hot lunch of homemade soup and bread will be available onsite at a cost of $3.00 as a fund-raiser for Colusa Regional Medical Center Foundation. Free transportation is available through Colusa Transit. To arrange for transportation, call (530) 458-0287. For more information, call Mary Jane Tait at (530) 458-3239 or Colusa Regional Medical Center at (530) 458-5821. CRMC.is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

keynote speakers for senior HealtH fair 2009

City of Colusa is offering a Low Impact Fitness Class for Seniors. Every Monday and Wednesday from 10 to 10:30 am. Class will be held in the auditorium at City Hall, 425 Webster Street, Colusa. Cost is $20.00 for a four class, punch card. We offer a total of 8 classes a month. Registration forms and punch cards are available at City Hall. For more information contact Lani @ 458-5622 ext 101 or Sandy @ 458-5622 ext 109

city of colusa to offer low iMpact fitness classes

To our Valued Readers,We would like to extend our sincerest apologies for the late release of the October 16, issue of the WPR. Due to inclement weather and power outages, there was a delay getting the paper off to the printers. We very much appreci-ate your readership and thank you for your patience!

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