At John Day City Hall March 13, John Day Mayor Bob Quinton awarded local Girl Scouts a certificate proclaiming March 12-18 as Girl Scout Week. The honor marked Girl Scouting’s 100th birthday. From left, Junior Dani Goldblatt, Brownie Anika Martell and Cadette Serena Pace. Girl Scout Senior Hannah Brandsma was not present for the occasion.

Several new members signed up at the Girl Scout birthday party at the Humbolt Elementary cafeteria March 14. More girls are encouraged to join; meetings are every Thursday in John Day. For more information, call 541-932-4336.