Last Wednesday, I attended a benefit dinner for the family of Tim Nodine at the John Day Elks Lodge. So did everyone else who lives in Grant County — or at least it seemed that way to me. I didn’t get a headcount, but there were hundreds of people in attendance, filling both dining rooms and the bar at the Elks Lodge. I didn’t have the privilege of meeting Tim before his untimely death, but the turnout was a clear indicator of how highly regarded he was in the community — and how willing Grant County folks are to help a neighbor in need. 

Fundraising efforts continue to help Tim’s family with medical bills and other expenses. Keep an eye on this newsletter and the Blue Mountain Eagle for details on how you can contribute.

In case you missed it, last week’s edition featured coverage of local Veterans Day events plus stories about a hunter shooting a wolf in self-defense and the first wolf kill permit ever issued in the county, the latest developments with Grant County Digital, the outcome of the county road district election, the Prairie City football team’s dominant playoff win over North Lake and more.

In this week’s paper you’ll find stories about Oregon’s growing wolf population and its impact on stock producers, the outcome of several John Day ethics complaints, Christmas on the Prairie and the Prairie City football team’s semifinal showdown with Joseph.

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