Scott Swanson
Of The New Era
Fred Girod was sworn in Wednesday, Jan. 30, as the new State Senator from District 9, which includes Sweet Home.
Oregon Supreme Court Justice Martha Lee Walters administered the oath of office to Girod in the Senate chamber. Girod, R-Lyons, replaces Sen. Roger Beyer, R-Molalla, who stepped down earlier this month.
“It truly is an honor to represent the most beautiful Senate District in the state,” said Girod. “I…