MID-WEEK MEMO Independence, Ore. August 14, 2024. Three new articles this Friday with a link to them right here. IT’S THE COMMUNICATIONS ISSUE, a look at how information is discussed and disseminated: 1) The school bond & the city levy; 2) Polk County Board of Commissioners ask for clarity & timeliness when requests are made to the board; 3) Clashes at Independence City Council meeting. If you missed last week’s stories, go here: https://indynewsonline.com/
MID-WEEK MEMO Independence, Ore. Aug. 7, 2024. NOTE & FYI about Trammart News: TN's founder, Anne Scheck, worked at 5 newspapers & two wire services in LA--favorite reporting job? This one NOW! Three new articles to be posted Friday: 1) City's eminent domain effort for new water treatment plant hits a hitch; 2) Favorable data on a school bond--will it be placed on the November ballot?; 3) Report on Polk County election procedures. For last week's stories go to: https://indynewsonline.com/
FURRY, FEATHERED and FINNED FILE on Sunday Morning Independence, Ore. Aug 4, 2024. Years ago, a scientific discovery that crows use tools got major attention. We in the Mid-Willamette Valley knew it along, right? Ask anyone who has deep roots in Indy, from those with Native American ancestry to homestead settlers, & they will tell the historic tales of crow know-how--like using sticks to pry into pies cooling on window sills to get bigger chunks than a beak can provide. Here is one washing food.
MID-WEEK MEMO Independence, Ore. July 31, 2024. A link to 3 new articles will be posted right here, Friday. Top Story: 1)Two remarkable residents are working to take water safety awareness to the next level in the wake of a recent tragedy; 2) A look at the reasons the Independence city manager is drawing some criticism over proposed city council changes; 3) An artist who has been contributing her talent here for decades. Did you see last week's stories? Go to: https://indynewsonline.com/
MID-WEEK MEMO Independence, Ore. July 24, 2024. A link to 3 new articles on the website will be posted here, Friday. Coming up: 1) A city council meeting with issues from the coming levy to some tough public feedback on current city management from residents; 2) A youth who is a chess champion in many ways, making the game available to others; 3) Remembering Michael Cairns, environmentalist, with plans for a new landmark. Did you miss last week's stories? Go to: https://indynewsonline.com/
FURRY, FEATHERED and FINNED FILE on Sunday Morning Independence, Ore. July 21, 2024. This aquarium is no screen-saver--it is a living, thriving community of fish in a carefully regularly water habitat. Here fish are awaiting feeding time. Like hungry beings everywhere, they are anxious to get their next meal, soon to arrive. To see them after some fish food is delivered go to Animal Watch Indy: https://www.facebook.com/animalwatchindy
MID-WEEK MEMO Independence, Ore. July 17, 2024. A link to three new articles on the website will be posted right here, Friday morning. Here's a preview: 1) Saying goodbye to Nicki Marazzani who's leaving her post as exec director of M-I Chamber & meet the new MICC head; 2) Is a piece of wood called "lamb's tongue" a vital historic factor?; 3) Parent group hits milestone bringing new turf to the high school. Did you miss reading last week's stories? They're right here: https://indynewsonline.com/
MID-WEEK MEMO Independence, Ore. July 10, 2024. A link to three new articles will be posted on this page Friday morning, taking you directly to the news stories on the website. Coming up: 1) City's parking consultant says downtown parking is adequate--but some residents already question that; 2) New state land-use laws weaken local control; 3) An 11-year-old stand-up comic was a big hit during Indy Days. Did you miss seeing last week's stories? They are right here: https://indynewsonline.com/
MID-WEEK MEMO Independence, Ore. July 3, 2024. A link to three new articles on the website will be posted right here on this page Friday morning. Coming up: 1) Optimism for trolley's future expressed at Rep. Paul Evans' town hall; 2) Good golly, Ms. Dolly! Your Imagination Library is flourishing here; 3) TN covers Indy's sparkling 4th of July. Did you miss seeing last week's stories? They are right here: https://indynewsonline.com/
MID-WEEK MEMO Independence, Ore. June 26, 2024. A link to three new articles will be posted right here Friday morning. Coming up: 1) City Councilor Kate Schwarzler posts past business contracts with the city online, following a Trammart News Public Records Request for them; 2) A Riverview path detour that is disappointing to walkers; 3) How other towns are handling the library-funding squeeze. TN takes a look. Did you miss last week's stories? They are right here: https://indynewsonline.com/
FURRY, FEATHERED FILE on Sunday Morning Independence, Ore. June 23, 2024. A meet-up of small mammals: squirrel scampers to rabbit across the street. They both seem to inhabit the same neighborhood, so maybe there is some familiarity ... To see what seems to be an angry bird, go to ANIMAL WATCH INDY: https://www.facebook.com/animalwatchindy
MID-WEEK MEMO Independence, Ore. Juneteenth! 2024. Link to 3 new articles will be posted right here Friday morning. What's coming up? 1) A legal battle brews over Independence's attempt to obtain land for the new water-treatment plant by eminent domain; 2) Another look at the budget, with a brief comparison to Monmouth's 3) How the M-I Chamber of Commerce is dealing with harder times. Did you miss last week's stories? They are right here: https://indynewsonline.com/
MID-WEEK MEMO Independence, Ore. June 12, 2024. Link to 3 new articles will be posted right here Friday morning. What's coming up? BUDGET draws stinging criticism from residents--one takes his view to the city docket; 2) An EDITORIAL: Trammart News files a concern over tax-dollar expenditures related to media with the Secretary of State; 3) An outdoor school report that is something to smile about. Did you miss last week's stories? To read them, go here: https://indynewsonline.com/
MID-WEEK MEMO Independence, Ore. June 5, 2024. A link to three new articles will be posted right here Friday morning. What's coming up: 1) Whoa! Take a look at the parents in this community--rescuing the turf & track at Central High School; 2) An update and evaluation of the city financial woes; 3) Remembrances of D-Day. And did you miss last week's stories? To read them, go here: https://indynewsonline.com/
FURRY, FEATHERED FILE on Sunday Morning Independence, Ore. June 2, 2024. They look like a cross between a chicken and a duck, but the white bill is an unmistakable sign: An American Coot. This one, at the Ankeny Refuge, let a video-taker get very close. Why are the birds sometimes so trusting? It's a mystery but may be why the slang term "coot" was coined centuries ago for people who lack common sense. For more of the birds go to Animal Watch Indy: https://www.facebook.com/animalwatchindy
MID-WEEK MEMO Independence, Ore. May 29, 2024. A link to three new articles will be posted right here Friday morning. Here's a preview: 1) Residents voice objection to the hike in water rates--city council passes it in a split vote, tie is broken by mayor; 2) Why is the wastewater lagoon project unfinished? 3) Local Vietnam veterans work to bring a replica of The Wall That Heals to town. Did you miss last week's stories? To read them, go here: https://indynewsonline.com/
MID-WEEK MEMO Independence, Ore. May 22, 2024. Three new articles will be posted to the TN website Friday morning at the link below. First: The budget committee of Central School District votes to return to a lower tax rate; 2) Former City Manager David Clyne on the likely end of the river trail project; 3) Election results for county commissioner show a win for both candidates in decorum, though Lyle Mordhorst appears to be victor. For last week's stories, go here: https://indynewsonline.com/
FURRY, FEATHERED FILE on Sunday Morning. May 19, 2024. A pair of turkeys on a road in Polk County. The turkey was a favorite of one of the nation's founding fathers: Ben Franklin never actually proposed them for the national bird, but he admired them as representative of America. Though the bird was seen by him as "a little vain and silly," he was a fan of their resilience & strength, calling them "a bird of courage.” For Animal Watch Indy: https://www.facebook.com/animalwatchindy
MID-WEEK MEMO Independence, Ore. May 15, 2024. Three new articles will be posted to the Trammart News website Friday morning--the link will be right here. Top story: At city council meeting, a resident reports on her petition to save the library from a levy vote & new water-pricing is unveiled, to promote conservation 2) A humorous essay for National Police Week! 3) And what difference does a day make? School year gets shortened. For last week's stories, go here: https://indynewsonline.com/
MID-WEEK MEMO Independence, Ore. May 8, 2024. Three new articles will be posted to the Trammart News website on Friday morning--with a link provided on this page. Top story is again on the city's budget: Committee members asked for more options. What are they? 2) And the school district budget will mean new cuts; 3) Also, Polk County's new report on homeless program. And, If you missed last week's stories, go here: https://indynewsonline.com/
