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West End 9-1-1 calls – Dec. 23-26

Dec. 23

Many Santa fans of all ages attended the annual Breakfast with Santa on Saturday, Dec. 7 at the Congregational Church. Over 100 people also got their photo taken with Santa. This annual event is a joint activity between the church and WEBPA. | Submitted photo

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All ages attend Breakfast with Santa

Many Santa fans of all ages attended the annual Breakfast with Santa on Saturday, Dec. 7 at the…

Warren Johnson is with his wife Cathy at the annual meeting.

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Forks pastor finds community relationships key

Pastor Johnson is still amazed at how, “God took a church janitor and made him the pastor,” offering…

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Responding to life’s challenges: stress management workshops available for all

Clallam County adults report higher rates than state and national averages of poor mental and physical health days…

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Upper Hoh Road one lane

The Upper Hoh Road in Olympic National Park is closed until it’s safe to travel, which is expected…

Santa arrived outside Forks Outfitters on Saturday to do the honors at the WEBPA Drawing. Afterward he listened to a few Christmas wishes and handed out a few candycanes. Max Buckner is the creator of the new sleigh and on Saturday Trent Thurman was serving as the train engineer. Photo Robyn Wright

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Santa arrives in style

Santa arrived outside Forks Outfitters on Saturday to do the honors at the WEBPA Drawing. Afterward he listened…

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These students pictured were nominated by FMS staff for going above and beyond in demonstrating empathy towards peers and faculty. They consistently work to understand and connect to other people’s feelings.
Those students recognized for December are Alex Leask, Mindy Martin Perez, Hailey Rondeau, Armani Shult, Diana Martin Pablo, Bryson Jakshaw and Wyatt Stonebreaker. Not pictured: Miken Guerrero-Estrada.

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FMS Character Strong Recognition awards for December

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These FMS students were recognized for going above and beyond by displaying Gratitude in November. They showed appreciation and are thankful to the students and staff at Forks Middle School.
Those recognized were Jameson Belford, Aricela Pablo Calmo, Tyler McNab, Braxton Cooney, and Tannon Gaydeski. Not pictured Destiny Wallace.

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FMS students show gratitude in November

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The last WEBPA Santa Bucks drawing was held on Saturday, Dec. 21 outside Outfitters. The winner of $200 in Santa Bucks was Charles Anderson. Gabby Salsgiver was the happy winner of $75 in Santa Bucks and Harold Curtis won $25 in Santa Bucks. Winners of Outfitters gift cards were Zoie Davis, Sherry Rosander and Jackie Louthin. Sully’s gift certificates went to Sarah Warner, Lynda Rowland and Carla Fernandez.
After the regular drawing the WEBPA $500 Shopping Spree drawing was held. The winner this year was Bill Peach. Congratulations to Bill and thanks to all who purchased tickets. Money raised from the sale of the Shopping Spree tickets fund the turkey give-a-ways, the Santa Bucks and the Shopping Spree. Any extra funds raised are used to maintain and purchase the downtown Christmas lights. | Submitted photo

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Santa Bucks winners

The last WEBPA Santa Bucks drawing was held on Saturday, Dec. 21 outside Outfitters. The winner of $200…

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West End 9-1-1 calls – Dec. 16-22

Dec. 16

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Local emergency services unite for holiday food drive

Local EMTs, along with several local fire and police departments, are joining forces to host a community food…

The annual Soroptimist Festival of Trees Auction was held Sunday afternoon at the RAC. Josh Goakey and Rod Fleck served as auctioneers. More details about the auction will be in next week’s issue. Photo by Katie Krueger

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SIORF FESTIVAL OF TREES

The annual Soroptimist Festival of Trees Auction was held Sunday afternoon at the RAC. Josh Goakey and Rod…

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In the midst of the storm, seagulls sought refuge away from the turbulent waters of the river and marina, creating an unusual sight as they gathered in safer areas.

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Taking shelter from the storm

High tides and high winds lash La Push