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Windermere annual drive provides winter necessities

Windermere Real Estate brokers are teaming up for “Share the Warmth,” providing essential winter items for those in need. As part of the annual campaign, the Windermere office in Monmouth will be collecting donations from through Dec. 20 to benefit the Polk County Warming Centers and Ella Curran Food Bank. This year, the organizations are asking for all sizes of coats, sweaters, heavy sweatshirts, gloves, hats, beanies and new socks, as well as blankets and handwarmers.

To contribute, stop by participating Windermere offices to drop off donations. The Windermere office in Monmouth, located at 150 Main St. E, is open weekdays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Donations can also be taken to the following drop-off locations:

- Monmouth Public Library, 168 Ecols St. S., Tuesday through Friday, 10 a.m. -6 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.

- Monmouth Fitness Club, 165 Main St. E, daily 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

For a full list of participating Windemere offices, go to https://helpsharethewarmth.com.

Monmouth wins MarCom Award for monthly podcast

The city of Monmouth is a Gold Award recipient in the 2024 MarCom Awards for their podcast, Monmouth Monthly. As one of only a handful of municipal podcasts in Oregon, Monmouth Monthly celebrates what makes Monmouth truly special. From the people to the events, Monmouth Monthly talks to the movers and shakers who make it all happen. Monmouth Monthly has hosted state representatives, published authors, a mayor, city councilors, musicians and national representatives for the arts.

Monmouth Monthly has listeners in five continents, 125 cities and 10 countries. Monmouth Monthly is also enjoyed by local radio listeners on KMUZ which has an audience that covers a large radius around Monmouth. Monmouth Monthly is produced, hosted, and edited by a single staff person. From arranging guests, to creating interview questions, to ensuring the episode is pleasing to the ear, the end result is a vastly enjoyed monthly podcast celebrating Monmouth and the cadre of people who make Monmouth a place where great things grow.

The city’s Rebranding Campaign also received the Honorable Mention Award.

Independence seeks downtown holiday vendors

The Downtown Independence Association is looking for vendors to help create a festive shopping experience this holiday season. The goal is to feature over 40 vendors on Nov. 30 Shop Local Day, spread throughout local venues, offering visitors a magical holiday atmosphere filled with unique gifts, delicious treats, and handcrafted treasures.

The DIA seeks vendors who can provide pre-packaged treats, art, handmade gifts, and other unique, gift-ready items. Each vendor will have a 10x10 space in an indoor location, such as the Heritage Museum. Spots are just $25 and vendors are responsible for bringing their own tables, chairs, and supplies. Please note that power will not be available. Setup begins at 10 a.m., and the market runs from noon to 5 p.m.

Shoppers will receive maps highlighting vendor locations throughout downtown, helping them easily find you. Vendor applications are due by Nov. 15. No third-party vendors, please.

To apply, go to www.downtownindependence.com/market-vendor.

Dallas Food Bank seeks Adopt a Family sponsors

The Dallas Food Bank is seeking sponsors to “Adopt a Family for Thanksgiving.” The sponsorship is $30 per family. A personal note will be included in the food box with the last name of your family or the name of your company wishing the families a Happy Thanksgiving, Donations can be made by check or cash at 322 Main Street, Ste 180, in Dallas or online at www.dallasfoodbank.com. For more information contact Eddie Nelson at [email protected].

Two killed on Highway 22 crash at Perrydale Road

On Oct. 28, at 11:47 a.m., Oregon State Police responded to a three-vehicle crash on Highway 22, at the intersection with Perrydale Road.

The preliminary investigation indicated a Ford Taurus, operated by Gay E. Hall Pentecost, 74, of Sheridan, was stopped on Perrydale Road facing northbound. Pentecost entered the roadway and struck a westbound GMC Sierra 3500, operated by David Carl Stauber, 69, of Keizer, on the rear driver side bumper area. The impact caused the GMC to skid into the eastbound lane where it was struck on the passenger side of the pickup by an eastbound International commercial motor vehicle and trailer, operated by Robert Farley Snyder, 60, of Independence.

Stauber and passenger, Alejandro Zukowski, 63, of Salem, were both declared deceased at the scene.

The Pentecost and Snyder were reportedly uninjured.

The highway was impacted for approximately 4.5 hours during the on-scene investigation.

OSP was assisted by the Polk County Sheriff’s Office and ODOT.

Monmouth Public Works leaf pickup days are Nov. 15-17

The city of Monmouth Public Works Department offers residential leaf pick up Nov. 15-17. Place your copious amount of leaves in piles out in the street to reduce the impact of leaves on the city’s stormwater system.

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