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Did you find your 2020 calendar in the center of your November Ruralite issue? Be sure to note the December photo submitted by our member, Jinger Rush, overlooking Fern Ridge Reservoir.#WeAppreciateOurMembers #2020
𤜠To succeed as Mrs. Claus in a world of more than 10,000 competitors, Pam Sattler knows she needs to stand out. https://buff.ly/2JmPeBy
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Kids of all ages hear from Old Saint Nick with the help of a North Pole business
Today we celebrate those who have answered the call to serve. #ThankYou #Veterans We salute you.
The latest installment in our rural health series spotlights community care coordinators who work with vulnerable populations to reduce barriers to health and wellness. Thanks to the M.J. Murdock Charitable Trust for making this important reporting possible. http://bit.ly/2JVRUGl
In the Pacific Northwest, community care coordinators work with housing-challenged individuals and serve vulnerable populations by reducing barriers to health and wellness. Read the full story about this innovative health care approach. http://bit.ly/2N1GKSz
Community Care Coordinators prepare Thanksgiving meal bags and winter clothes for their vulnerable patients and those living at the local homeless shelter. (PHOTOGRAPH BY MCMC)
As a community care coordinator at Mid-Columbia Medical Center in The Dalles, Oregon, Blanca Flores serves vulnerable populations by reducing barriers to health and wellness. Amanda, right, is one of her patients.
PHOTO BY ETHAN E. ROCKE
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Did you catch the story on our fantastic employee Lyndee Jacobsen in the last Ruralite? She loves her quarter horse, Cole, her Australian shepherd, Oscar, and serving our consumers, so she fits right in around here!
đď¸ Mobile mammography unit battles breast cancer in Alaska. https://buff.ly/32i3jYi
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Mobile mammography saves lives in rural areas
From weigh-offs to regattas and exhilarating explosions, giant pumpkins brighten the season. Check out our story about this Idaho pumpkin grower and his heavyweight competition.
In Southern Idaho, giant pumpkin grower seeks heavyweight competition
Cliffâs deep orange Atlantic Giant pumpkin from 2018 weighed 763 pounds, heavy enough to place 10th at the Utah Giant Pumpkin Growersâ weigh-off.
A giant-pumpkin-turned-pirate ship was among the entries at the West Coast Giant Pumpkin Regatta in Tualatin, Oregon, last year. The Pacific Giant Vegetable Growers support this funfilled event, which takes place Oct. 19.
PHOTO BY SCOTT MARX
On 9/11, communities all over the United States hold special events and services to commemorate this solemn occasion. The US flag should be displayed at half-staff wherever it flies. Today, we remember and honor those who perished, and we stand united against hate.
With the nearest hospital a plane ride away from their remote village just south of the Arctic Circle, the IĂąupiaq people of Buckland, Alaska, rely on a unique health care model to meet the needs of their community. Read the full story: http://bit.ly/2PlPE0x
Happy Labor Day! How are you spending your holiday? #LaborDay2019
Kristin Ballot is distracted by her motherâs ID badge during the exam. Karen is also a CHAP at the clinic. Treating friends and family is common.
Karen Ballot comforts her daughter, Kristin, while going over Kristinâs symptoms during a visit with Community Health Aide Janice Lee in Buckland, Alaska.
Photo by Mike Teegarden
With hunting seasons already open in some areas or fast approaching in others, here are six things you can do to improve your odds whether hunting with a bow, rifle or black powder. #hunting http://bit.ly/2YBySxy
What you do before the hunt can be just as importantâif not more importantâthan what you do the day of the hunt. Thatâs because preparation and practice are keys for success. With hunting seasons already open in some areas or fast approaching in others, here are six things you can do to improv...
Do you love dogs as much as we do? Post your favorite fur-baby pics in the comments. For more ways to celebrate, visit http://bit.ly/2Knj3RX
Life looks different from the air, and looking down is often the only way to see whatâs really up. This month David LaBelle talks drone photography. #drones http://bit.ly/2MrBDeE
Life looks different from the air than from the groundâand often looking down is the only way to see whatâs really up. As a newspaper photographer, there were numerous times I ached to get high above a scene to capture a better, more complete picture. Unless I could hitch a ride on a helicopter....
On World Photography Day, share your world with others using just one photo. #WorldPhotoDay
We're excited to share the winners of the 2020 Ruralite Calendar photo contest today! đ¸ Which is your favorite?
The 2020 Ruralite calendar photo contest was a doozy! With so many wonderful photos submitted, we had to make some hard choices. Enjoy the diversity of landscape, wildlife and color presented in this yearâs calendar.
People have used horses to assist in physical, mental health and other therapy for decades. But in recent years, equine-assisted therapyâthe use of horseback riding as a therapeutic or rehabilitative treatmentâhas flourished. http://bit.ly/2Ywh6vM
Life had never been exceptionally easy for Maddie Engles. Born with a mild case of cerebral palsy, she quickly learned to adapt to the physical challenges her condition presented. But in the summer before Maddieâs senior year of high school, one of her best friends died by suicide. In the nine mon...
Calling all bibliophiles! Letâs talk books for National Book Lovers Day. Comment or post a pic of your favorite book or literary passage. Hit share to spread the conversation. #NationalBookLoversDay #books #bookstagram
Rural American fashion has come a long way since Wells Fargo wagons or well-thumbed mail-order catalogs. With small-town niche boutiques and endless online options, fashion fans in rural communities can get just about anything. http://bit.ly/2MAumJB
Distance-challenged consumers go online for forward-thinking yet functional styles Rural American fashion has come a long way from the anticipated arrival of Wells Fargo wagons or well-thumbed mail-order catalogs. With small-town niche boutiques and almost limitless online options, far-flung fashion...
August 7 is Purple Heart Day. Today we honor all the brave men and women who have given their lives or been wounded while serving. #PurpleHeartDay
The Leavittsâfrom left, Phoebe, Lucy, Tyson, Annie, Rodney and Abigailâlove their rural life in Nevada, despite the challenge of being so far removed from shopping. They depend on online options.Photo by Reyanna Jarrel/Rey of Light Photography
Maddie Engles benefited from equine-assisted therapy at Healing Reins Therapeutic Riding Center in Bend, Oregon, where she now volunteers.
PHOTO BY ETHAN E. ROCKE
âChallenge yourself to do more than make a lifeless document that says you were there.â đ¸ Take risks with these parade photo tips from David LaBelle. http://bit.ly/2XATi5e
âWhere are the floats and the marching bands?â the editor asked the newspaper photographer. âReaders expect to see a grand view of the parade.â The photographer had documented the parade for years. This time he ignored the predictable overall picture of the parade and instead focused on prep...
From 1999 to 2017, the number of Americans killed by opioid overdoses increased nearly 600 percent, from 8,048 deaths annually to 47,600. In the latest installment of our rural health care series, survivors shine light on a national crisis. Read more at http://bit.ly/31YP7nn
Ready to soak up some sun and enjoy the outdoors? â From power lines to power tools, stay safe this summer with these electrical safety tips. http://ow.ly/cjaD50uXMh4
Whether at work or play, be aware of electrical safety risks when outdoors Warm summer weather draws people outside. Whether taking a dip in a pool, boating, playing outdoors, planting flowers or tackling home improvement projects, it is important to remember you are surrounded by electricity. Pract...
"You could say cows are sacred in Tillamook County" đ Happy #CowAppreciationDay!
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In 1776, the United States unanimously declared âthat all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable rights, that among these are life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness.â Happy birthday, America! #independenceday #4thofJuly
From 1999 to 2017, the number of Americans killed by opioid overdoses increased nearly 600 percent, from 8,048 deaths annually to 47,600. In the latest installment of our rural health care series, survivors shine light on a national crisis. Read more at http://bit.ly/31YP7nn
Survivors shine a light on the opioid epidemic.
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The approach of summer has many gardeners turning their attention to planting plans. If your goal is energy efficiency, landscaping can not only beautify your home, but help you control energy costs for years to come. http://ow.ly/EFL050uEghD
Proper plants in the right locations can save money for years to come The approach of summer has many gardeners turning their attention to planting plans. If your goal is energy efficiency, landscaping can not only beautify your home, but help you control future energy costs for years to come. Accor...
"Think of light as a glaze carefully applied to a ceramic piece to enhance its color and shapeâjust as morning light crawls across an awakening valley, painting trees, rocks and grasses in fine gold." http://ow.ly/vbM850uEgbo
Ever thought about light as a beautiful, God-given paint to be gently applied to your pictures? We can learn much about light by standing quietly and watching natureâs artistry. Think of light as a glaze carefully applied to a ceramic piece to enhance its color and shapeâjust as morning light cr...
Happy Fatherâs Day! #dads #heroes #fathersday
On June 14, 1777, Congress established an official U.S. flag. The U.S. Armyâestablished by Congress June 14, 1775âshares its birthday with the flag. The Army motto, âThis Weâll Defend,â signifies the Armyâs constant readiness to defend and preserve the United States. #FlagDay
When an economic downturn threatened its solvency, this medical clinic reinvented its care model to meet the needs of its community. Check out the inspiring story. http://ow.ly/HdRt50uEfUx
In early 2014, when the global commodities market softened, the tiny central Idaho town of Challis braced for massive layoffs at the local mine. As the largest employer in the area, the mine provided health insurance for about 400 of the townâs 1,000 residents. Kate Taylor, executive director of t...
If you've got a green thumb but lack the space outside, an indoor herb garden might be the perfect option for you. All it takes is a countertop or small section of wall to get started. http://ow.ly/XE9x50uwUj0
Turn your kitchen into an herb garden Large, sprawling gardens may be a great home for a plethora of tasty greens, savory root vegetables and myriad herbs, but what if large unused space is difficult to come by? For those lacking the outdoor space but not the drive to grow, an indoor herb garden mig...
Photo credit Brandon Pomrenke.
PHOTO BY BRANDON POMRENKE
"Electricity can be an invisible killer." ⥠Pam Blair shares invaluable electrical safety tips that could save your life in a potentially deadly scenario. #electricalsafetymonth http://ow.ly/CGHB50tXbYB
Never take for granted the location of power linesâand always stay clear of people or objects who are in contact with electricity When electricity comes into contact with a person or something he or she is touching, the results can be deadly. On March 10, 2019, baseball coach Corey Crum and his wi...
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The latest installment in our rural health series spotlights community care coordinators who work with vulnerable populations to reduce barriers to health and wellness. Thanks to the M.J. Murdock Charitable Trust for making this important reporting possible. http://bit.ly/2JVRUGl
In the Pacific Northwest, community care coordinators work with housing-challenged individuals and serve vulnerable populations by reducing barriers to health and wellness. Read the full story about this innovative health care approach. http://bit.ly/2N1GKSz
On 9/11, communities all over the United States hold special events and services to commemorate this solemn occasion. The US flag should be displayed at half-staff wherever it flies. Today, we remember and honor those who perished, and we stand united against hate.
With the nearest hospital a plane ride away from their remote village just south of the Arctic Circle, the IĂąupiaq people of Buckland, Alaska, rely on a unique health care model to meet the needs of their community. Read the full story: http://bit.ly/2PlPE0x
Do you love dogs as much as we do? Post your favorite fur-baby pics in the comments. For more ways to celebrate, visit http://bit.ly/2Knj3RX
On World Photography Day, share your world with others using just one photo. #WorldPhotoDay
Calling all bibliophiles! Letâs talk books for National Book Lovers Day. Comment or post a pic of your favorite book or literary passage. Hit share to spread the conversation. #NationalBookLoversDay #books #bookstagram
In 1776, the United States unanimously declared âthat all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable rights, that among these are life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness.â Happy birthday, America! #independenceday #4thofJuly
On June 14, 1777, Congress established an official U.S. flag. The U.S. Armyâestablished by Congress June 14, 1775âshares its birthday with the flag. The Army motto, âThis Weâll Defend,â signifies the Armyâs constant readiness to defend and preserve the United States. #FlagDay
Today is #CutYourEnergyCostsDay. Here are some simple tips to help you step up your energy-efficiency game. #CYECD
When doctors delivered Amanda Petersen's daughter, Mya, a month early via cesarean section, the baby wasnât breathing. With time running short, hospital staff turned to robots to beam the needed specialist straight to Myaâs side. Read the full story: http://ow.ly/YHTR30neSbA
With a few gentle strokes of a rosined bow, fiddle strings come to life, and another contra dance begins. Learn all about this uplifting American folk dance in this monthâs cover story: http://www.ruralite.org/dosido/
The deadline for Ruralite's 2018 calendar photo contest is July 21! Assistant Editor Mike Teegarden gives you three tips to take winning calendar contest photos. Go to www.Ruralite.org/Calendar to submit your best scenic and wildlife photos.
Ruralite was challenged by Clearwater Power to take the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge. We challenge Wells Rural Electric, Alaska Village Electric, the Damascus, Oregon, Kiwanis Club.
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