Thursday, June 20, 2019 - Week 25
Humor, Harstine style
Lorna Hink, who moved on Christmas Day 1980 to Harstine Island, rides in the parade June 14 marking the 50th anniversary of the opening of the Harstine Island Bridge. For a full story, see page A-13. Journal photo by Gordon Weeks
Persistence pays off for adult students
By GORDON WEEKS
gordon@masoncounty.com Thirty adults who persevered with their education in spite of obstacles and distractions received their GED certificates, High School 21+ diplomas and adult high school diplomas at a Celebration of Success ceremony June 13 at the Mason Transit-Community Center in downtown Shelton. The graduates earned their diplomas through a partnership that includes Capital Region ESD 113, GRAVITY, the Shelton School District, Sound Learning and Olympic College. Teresa McDermott, the associate dean of Olympic College basic studies, said seven of the 19 new graduates in that program are continuing their education at colleges. Guest speaker Michael Hickman, who retired the day before as assistant superintendent of Capital Region of ESD 113, helped start the GED+ Re-engagement Alternative Vocational Individualized Training for Youth (GRAVITY) program. The program works with school districts to re-engage students who left school before graduation. Hickman said studies demonstrate people who have hope are healthier, happier and live longer. For more of the Shelton-Mason County Journal, subscribe to our weekly edition. |
Ready to rally against cancer
By GORDON WEEKS
gordon@masoncounty.com Everyone has the opportunity to contribute toward the battle against cancer at the American Cancer Society’s annual Shelton Relay for Life fundraiser from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Saturday at Kneeland Park in downtown Shelton. Thirteen fundraising teams that will march around the park had collected about $18,000 as of Tuesday, said organizer Vickie Gonzales. The group’s goal is $35,000, she said. Donations can be made at Shelton Relay for Life’s website, and at the event through contributions and raffle tickets. The day kicks off with the survivors and caregivers continental breakfast at 10 a.m. The opening ceremonies are presented at 11 a.m. The survivors and caregivers begin the walking with the opening lap at 11:15 a.m. The teams take a lap from 11:30 to 11:45 a.m. followed by the Home Town Heroes lap. For more of the Shelton-Mason County Journal, subscribe to our weekly edition. |
The south fork of the Skokomish River flows nearly 400 feet below the deck of the High Steel Bridge in central Mason County. Journal photo by
Justin Johnson
Justin Johnson
Adventure responsibly
By JUSTIN JOHNSON
justin@masoncounty.com
The long, warm days of summer are finally here.
For many, they bring with them the urge to get out and explore the natural wonders and beauty that the Olympic Peninsula has to offer.
But before heading off into the forest, it’s important to remember a few basic safety tips that could mean the difference between an enjoyable day and a tragic outing.
The Shelton-Mason County Journal talked with Mason County Sheriff’s Office deputy Chris Mondry last week about some basic preparations one can take. Mondry was a member of the original Mason County Special Operations Rescue Team (SORT) and now handles Search and Rescue Coordinator duties with MSCO. If there is a lost, missing or injured person in Mason County, Mondry responds as the incident commander and begins to assemble assets such as dogs, ground searchers and helicopters.
For more of the Shelton-Mason County Journal, subscribe to our weekly edition.
justin@masoncounty.com
The long, warm days of summer are finally here.
For many, they bring with them the urge to get out and explore the natural wonders and beauty that the Olympic Peninsula has to offer.
But before heading off into the forest, it’s important to remember a few basic safety tips that could mean the difference between an enjoyable day and a tragic outing.
The Shelton-Mason County Journal talked with Mason County Sheriff’s Office deputy Chris Mondry last week about some basic preparations one can take. Mondry was a member of the original Mason County Special Operations Rescue Team (SORT) and now handles Search and Rescue Coordinator duties with MSCO. If there is a lost, missing or injured person in Mason County, Mondry responds as the incident commander and begins to assemble assets such as dogs, ground searchers and helicopters.
For more of the Shelton-Mason County Journal, subscribe to our weekly edition.
