March 2, 1950
The City Council amended the amusement licensing bill by lowering the proposed fees but tabled the measure to do more research. Councilors at the meeting also directed the city engineer to survey a proposed sewer improvement district, accepted a recommendation on sidewalk construction, and told Nick Lien it is perfectly alright for him to put a popcorn stand on the porch of Knopf Realty.
Monday’s power outage was caused by a misguided lumberjack who felled a tree across power lines on 22nd Avenue between the Long Bell and Long Street (old Corral Road). The power company manager said the would-be woodsman “gnawed the tree like a beaver” rather than undercut. The tree fell across the road and missed a house by 20 feet.
The city might have to abandon the “courtesy” parking meter plan because drivers have been taking advantage of it. In the last couple months, meter collections hardly covered the meterman’s salary. The city might go back to fining violators 50 cents per offense.
Feb. 27, 1975
The Army Corps of Engineers is still trying to construct Cascadia Dam. A survey was done on flood damage and damage reductions that could be attributable to the proposed project. The Corps will reevaluate flood control benefits, consider the possibility of putting power in it, and reevaluate recreation benefits.
History buff Gary Porter was the only Oregon student selected for the Daughters of the American Revolution American history award, earning him the right to compete on a national level for a $2,000 per year, four-year scholarship. It was the first time Sweet Home High School participated in the contest.
March 1, 2000
Thriftway has begun the process of expanding its store by 35% and redesigning its look, a project aimed at meeting changing consumer expectations. Owner Mark McDonald said grocery stores have become convenience-oriented, making it easier for people to get in and out faster. The front of the store will be pushed out more than 12 feet and the entrance moved to the corner.
City Council approved the purchase of quick-dump valves for two of its older fire engines to assist the fire department’s water tender. Some areas in the city have a low-flow water supply problem, which creates a threat to citizens in those areas. The water tender carries 3,500 gallons of water, fire engines carry 1,000 gallons. The valves will allow crews to move larger amounts of water faster to those low-flow areas.