On Sept. 14, candidates Bob Peters, Bill Reid (supervisor), Doug Northington and Rick Scholl (sheriff) took part in a forum moderated by Dianne Evans. The candidates introduced themselves and gave information about their personal and professional backgrounds. After the introductions, questions were taken from the audience. The questions to Reid and Peters covered a wide range of topics, including development in northern Mono County; the need for a health care facility in the north portion of the county; the effectiveness, or lack thereof, by the Board of Supervisors on our behalf; and their plans if elected. The sheriff candidates received fewer questions, but dealt with the issues of deputy sheriff priorities, community involvement, inmate housing, and their plans for the department. It was a long evening, but worth it for the approximately 50 people who attended and addressed issues they feel are important to our community.
Fire commission
The Antelope Valley Fire Commission held a lengthy meeting on Sept. 13 regarding budget issues, including purchase of up-to-date radios for department vehicles, sale of old equipment, and water availability from private landowners for firefighting needs.
Go get 'em, Wolves
Sept. 15 the Coleville High School volleyball team took two from Gabbs on the road, getting themselves rolling again. The football team wasn't as fortunate the next day, losing to Lee Vining at home, 39-28.
Looking for help
The Antelope Valley Thrift Store and Recycling Center is looking for someone interested in working with them 25 hours a week. You can get all the job information by calling them at 495-1200 by Sept. 30.
This and that
n Longtime Valley resident Ted Nail recently lost his wife, Betty, after a long bout with cancer and associated problems. Ted has asked me to tell everyone that no services will be held; in lieu of flowers, he asked that any contributions be made to The American Cancer Society, attention: Erin Simonton, 6490 S. McCarran Blvd. No. 40, Reno, NV 89509. Please note "Antelope Valley Survivors" on your check.
n Another recent loss for our community was Bob Densmore. His wife, Bobby Sue, has requested that donations be made to: Mono County Animal Control, Animal Welfare Trust, P.O. Box 476, Bridgeport, CA 93517, attention: Nancy Boardman. Please note account No. 87-BAL1701 on your check, along with Bob's name.
n Tomorrow at 1 p.m. the Antelope Valley Women's Club will hold their first meeting since summer break. They are looking for some new members to join them to start the new season. For information, call Donna at (530) 495-2473.
n The Valley Friendship Group was started in the early 1970s with bylaws calling for members to show concern for one another, as well as sympathy and friendship. They make prayer quilts for people who are ill, injured, or those who need sympathy. Their next meeting will be Sept. 25. You can get information from Donna at (530) 495-2473.
n The wood permits offered by the Bureau of Land Management, with the assistance of Jeff Hinds and the Antelope Valley Fire Safe Council, were a big success. Jeff told me that more than 60 permits were given out, and that all the wood has now been taken.
n Lynne Katusich can be reached at lynnekat@gbis.com or (530) 495-2552.
