Memorial Day, A Time To Say Thank You
By Debby Schoeningh
American flags waved in the breeze in a patriotic salute to fallen soldiers at Mount Hope Cemetery Monday as people gathered to honor those who have died in service to our country.
"For some, Memorial Day may be another day off from work," said Lyle Defrees who spoke at the event. "Or a day at the lake or Flea Market... For others it may be a time for reflection on why loved ones never made it home. But for all of us, it's a time to say thank you."
Defrees said today is a day for flowers, and tears, and a day to honor all servicemen and women, especially those who gave their lives that we might have freedom.
Community Says Farewell To Oregon Soldier
Cpl. Jessica Ellis — ‘Angel On Earth Without Wings’
By Debby Schoeningh
More than 300 gathered last Thursday at St. Francis de Sales Cathedral in Baker City to mourn the loss of a daughter, sister, friend and soldier, Cpl. Jessica Ann Ellis.
Ellis, 24, an Army combat medic with the 101st Airborne Division, was killed in action May 11, 2008. She was serving her second term in Iraq when the vehicle she was in encountered an improvised explosive device in Baghdad during a night detail.
A horse drawn hearse carried Jessica through town from Coles Funeral Home to the Cathedral as family and friends walked behind. The Patriot Guard Riders motorcycle team also showed their support carrying flags.
“We are very grateful, we are very proud and thankful that we have young people who are that courageous and will in fact be there when they are most needed… right exactly where she wanted to be,” said Bishop Thomas Connolly as he addressed the crowd.
Historic Baker City Gives Downtown Parking Recommendations
by Brian Addison
Historic Baker City, Inc. (HBC), the organization assigned the task of promoting and developing historic downtown Baker City, submitted their quarterly report, and a recommendation on downtown parking to the Baker City Council Tuesday evening.
HBC outlined a list of their five, "Parking Issues of Interest," with 1) Enforcement; 2) Diagonal parking of First Street; 3) Changing time limits in specific areas; 4) Parking maps; 5) Long-term parking solutions task force.
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