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VOL. 132, NO. 21
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The Clatskanie Middle/High School season continues to roll along, and the Tigers are on the prowl for more victories as the soccer, volleyball, and football teams battle it out. Here’s a recap of the recent results and who the Tigers have coming up in their next fixtures. Upcoming schedule: Friday, September 29 • High School Varsity Football @ Neah Kah Nie, 7 p.m. Saturday, September 30 • High School Volleyball vs. Gaston: Junior Varsity 1 p.m., Varsity 2:30 p.m. Monday, October 2 • High School Junior Varsity Football @ Knappa, 5 p.m. • High School Volleyball @ Knappa: Junior Varsity 5 p.m., Varsity 6:30 p.m. • High School Girls Soccer @ St. Helens, 7:30 p.m. Thursday, October 5 • High School Volleyball vs. Mannahouse, Junior Varsity 5 p.m., Varsity 6:30 • High School Girls Soccer vs. Tillamook (@ Rainier), 4:15 p.m. Friday, October 6 • High School Varsity Football
vs. Knappa, 7 p.m. Saturday, October 7
man libero McKinsey Doyle, who led the team in this department. She also put up eight successful digs in the three sets and finished out the last set for us with two aces,” Baker said. A win against Faith Bible / Christian Life would keep the Tigers nipping at the heels of league leaders Portland Christian and Gaston.
• High School Varsity Volleyball @ Seaside Tournament, 9:00 a.m. Volleyball results Amanda Baker and her side have continued their successful start of the season and had an 8-4 record leading up to their Sept. 28 clash with Fath Bible / Christian Life. At the time of press, the result of that game is unknown. The Tigers have started league play strongly, going 5-2, and entering Thursday, won two in a row, with wins against Vernonia and Nestucca. The match against Vernonia left Head Coach Amanda Baker feeling pretty good about her team’s performance. “We have been working all week on improving our serve-receive game, and it showed tonight. As a team, we passed an average of 2.0, a season high,” said Baker following the win against Vernonia. The team’s performance that night was driven by the exceptional individual play of Lacey Willis, who had the most kills of the night with eight, followed by Natalie Baker, who had 6. Baker and Willis also helped in the defensive department, racking up three blocks a piece. In addition, Kaden Byrum served for 16 points and had four aces. Beyond those three, Baker said that there was a special contribution from one of the youngsters on the team. “Special shout out to my Fresh-
Football’s first win The volleyball team wasn’t the only program to notch a win last week; the Tigers football team was able to get in the W column following its visit to Sheridan on Sept. 22. The win kept the dreams of qualifying for the state tournament alive and kept the Tigers from starting 0-4. Head Coach Sean Gorley and his squad put on a commanding performance, winning the day 35-7. In league play, the Tigers are 1-1 and are positioned fourth in 2A-SD1 Special District 1. The three teams ahead of them are Gaston, Knappa, and Nestucca. The Tigers lost their game against Gaston on Sept. 15, and their next opportunity to square off against the top teams in the league will be against Knappa on Oct. 6. Before they play that game, however, the Tigers will have a chance to face off against NeahKah-Nie tonight. It’s a game they will hope to win, as Neah-Kah-Nie have started 0-4, and are currently ranked seventh of the eight teams in the 2A-SD1 Special District 1.
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The Clatskanie Middle/High School Volleyball Team has started the season strong with an 8-4 overall record.
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The Clatskanie City Council is made up of six councilors and the mayor.
The City of Clatskanie is in the process of selecting a new city councilor and is accepting letters of interest from the community for the position following the resignation of Jim Helmen from his post. The vacancy became available because Helmen did not feel he could balance both his responsibilities as a councilor and Superintendent of Vernonia School District. Whoever fills the seat will see out the remainder of Helmen’s term, which is slated to run another three and a half years, according to City Manager Greg Hinkelman. “A councilor has to meet the criteria outlined in the City charter. The Charters states they need to be a qualified elector within the meaning of the State Constitution and has resided in the City during the 12 months immediately preced-
ing election,” Hinkelman said. “The Council must vote on the person to fill the vacancy and that person would serve out the term of the councilor they replaced.” The other requirements for the position are that the candidate be at least 18 years old and a registered voter. The council will list the vacancy on its website and advertise the role in the Chief. Interested individuals are encouraged to send a letter of interest to Mayor Bob Brajcich by the end of the day on Oct. 13. “The council will consider the applicants at the November Council meeting,” Hinkelman said. “Once the council has selected and voted to install a new councilor, that would happen right away.” Role of council The Clatskanie City Council is made up of six councilors and the
mayor. The City of Clatskanie’s website describes the council’s role as a board of directors for the town. “Members of the City Council can be compared to a Board of Directors, answering to the electorate in the same way a Board answers to its stockholders. The City Council acts as the policymakers, as required by the council/manager form of government set forth in the Oregon Revised Statutes,” the website states. The Council members provide the city manager with policymaking guidelines and performance objectives. The city manager’s staff turns these guidelines and objectives into programs and services. The Clatskanie City Council meets on the first Wednesday of every month throughout the year. Follow this developing story at thechiefnews.com and in the Friday print editions of the Chief.
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There is a new business in Rainier, that aims to satisfy even the most persnickety sweet tooth. Its name is Birdie’s Devine Delights, and everything crafted there strives to be both divine and delightful. The proprietor of the establishment is Birdie Standen. The eponymous website is up and running and is available for viewing and ordering. The address is 126 W. B Street. You can also order cakes, cookies, and cupcakes at Birdie’s Devine Delights Facebook page. Birdie has been a baker for as long as she can remember. “I was in 4-H in school,” she said. “And I used to bake with my mom. I was one of her first students.” The four “H”s stand for “Head, Heart, Hands, and Health.” It is the nation’s largest youth development organization with researchbacked programs for kids. Birdie first thought of opening a business after her baking became the talk of the town. “I did it at home in my regular kitchen oven,” Birdie said. “It was very time-consuming and took a very long time to get anything done. I couldn’t make anything with dairy products, really, because you need
a special oven.” The new store features stateof-the-art equipment, and Birdie gives baking classes. And, of course, there are products available to buy at the store. The phrase “too pretty to eat” comes to mind when you view her works of art. Who else can make meringue mushrooms that resemble real mushrooms? Birdie, that’s who. Some of her creations include Spider-Man cakes, Hot Wheels cakes, Christmas and Halloween cakes and cookies, and Valentine’s treats. Birdie has cookie decorating classes for many separate occasions. There will always be cookies that are self-decorated to take home. “I only have a few slots open, so hurry and go to Facebook if you are interested, check out the pricing, and sign up,” Birdie said. “Payment in full must be received to reserve your spot. There will also always be a drawing for a gift and I will have a goodie bag for each participant,” she continued. “The classes will be held at the shop, right next door to the now closed Karol Lee’s Beauty
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Birdie’s Devine Delights is located at 126 W. B Street.
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