http://andersonvalleypost.com/news/news/anderson/?partner=RSSAnderson Valley Post Stories: Anderson Newsen-usnews/anderson/news/news/anderson/?partner=RSShttp://andersonvalleypost.com/feeds/headlines/news/anderson/2008-11-21T13:05:39.676489Copyright Anderson Valley Post, 2008http://andersonvalleypost.com/news/2008/nov/19/2008-general-election-unofficial-results/?partner=RSSAnderson Member of City Council Melissa Hunt 30.01% 1,968 James Yarbrough 26.26% 1,722 Norma R. Comnick 25.08% 1,645 Phil Burnett 18.65% 1,223 School bonds Measure B -- Pacheco YES 55.72% 2,534 NO 44.28% 2,014 Measure C -- Cascade YES 66.9% 3,211 NO 33.1% 1,589 Measure E -- Happy Valley School YES 62.54% 1,743 NO 37.46% 1,044 Wed, 19 Nov 2008 17:51:00 -0000http://andersonvalleypost.com/news/2008/nov/19/2008-general-election-unofficial-results/?partner=RSSnews/anderson152062008-11-19T10:51:002008-11-19T10:51:00Copyright Anderson Valley Post, 2008Anderson Member of City Council Melissa Hunt 30.01% 1,968 James Yarbrough 26.26% 1,722 Norma R. Comnick 25.08% 1,645 Phil Burnett 18.65% 1,223 School bonds Measure B -- Pacheco YES 55.72% 2,534 NO 44.28% 2,014 Measure C -- Cascade YES 66.9% 3,211 NO 33.1% 1,589 Measure E -- Happy Valley School YES 62.54% 1,743 NO 37.46% 1,044<!-- no dateline and no defined city -->2008 General Election final resultsAnderson Valley Post2008-general-election-unofficial-resultshttp://andersonvalleypost.com/news/2008/nov/20/anderson-woman-accused-embezzling-104000-redding-c/?partner=RSSA criminal complaint has been filed by the Shasta County district attorney's office against an Anderson woman who is suspected of embezzling more than $104,000 from a Redding car dealership. Phyllis Ann Chambers, 47, is accused of stealing the money from S.J. Denham between January 2004 and the end of July of this year, according to the complaint filed by the district attorney's office on Nov. 13. Thu, 20 Nov 2008 23:36:00 -0000http://andersonvalleypost.com/news/2008/nov/20/anderson-woman-accused-embezzling-104000-redding-c/?partner=RSSnews/anderson153282008-11-20T16:36:002008-11-20T16:36:00Copyright Anderson Valley Post, 2008A criminal complaint has been filed by the Shasta County district attorney's office against an Anderson woman who is suspected of embezzling more than $104,000 from a Redding car dealership. Phyllis Ann Chambers, 47, is accused of stealing the money from S.J. Denham between January 2004 and the end of July of this year, according to the complaint filed by the district attorney's office on Nov. 13.<!-- no dateline and no defined city -->Anderson woman accused of embezzling $104,000 from Redding car dealerAnderson Valley Postanderson-woman-accused-embezzling-104000-redding-chttp://andersonvalleypost.com/news/2008/nov/19/spaghetti-bunko-fundraiser-set/?partner=RSSThe Anderson Explodes! committee announced a Bunko and Spaghetti Nite for Dec. 5 at the Shasta District Fairgrounds to raise funds for the city's annual fireworks display. The event will replace the organization's fall tri-tip sandwich sale, which has drawn less funds in recent years due to the increase in beef prices, according to Anderson Explodes! co-chair Lynn Gillis. mwoodward@andersonvalleypost.com (Michael Woodward, Reporter)Wed, 19 Nov 2008 07:00:00 -0000http://andersonvalleypost.com/news/2008/nov/19/spaghetti-bunko-fundraiser-set/?partner=RSSnews/anderson153202008-11-19T00:00:002008-11-19T00:00:00Copyright Anderson Valley Post, 2008The Anderson Explodes! committee announced a Bunko and Spaghetti Nite for Dec. 5 at the Shasta District Fairgrounds to raise funds for the city's annual fireworks display. The event will replace the organization's fall tri-tip sandwich sale, which has drawn less funds in recent years due to the increase in beef prices, according to Anderson Explodes! co-chair Lynn Gillis. <!-- no dateline and no defined city -->Michael Woodward, ReporterSpaghetti, Bunko fundraiser setAnderson Valley Postspaghetti-bunko-fundraiser-sethttp://andersonvalleypost.com/news/2008/nov/19/brothers-open-western-wear-soccer-shop/?partner=RSSBrothers Jonny Soza, 21, and Carlos Mendoza, 25, recently started a family business together inside of the new store in the Gateway shopping center in Anderson. After moving into the space, that once held Norma's Collectibles, the store was remodeled to the way they imagined their business being set up, with western wear on one side and soccer gear on the other. Wed, 19 Nov 2008 07:00:00 -0000http://andersonvalleypost.com/news/2008/nov/19/brothers-open-western-wear-soccer-shop/?partner=RSSnews/anderson153072008-11-19T00:00:002008-11-19T00:00:00Copyright Anderson Valley Post, 2008Brothers Jonny Soza, 21, and Carlos Mendoza, 25, recently started a family business together inside of the new store in the Gateway shopping center in Anderson. After moving into the space, that once held Norma's Collectibles, the store was remodeled to the way they imagined their business being set up, with western wear on one side and soccer gear on the other.<!-- no dateline and no defined city -->Brothers open western wear, soccer shopAnderson Valley Postbrothers-open-western-wear-soccer-shophttp://andersonvalleypost.com/news/2008/nov/19/sees-candies-offered-incentive-blood-drive/?partner=RSSThanksgiving brings to mind delicious food, family gatherings, and the notion of taking time to give thanks. For patients in hospitals — many who are receiving blood transfusions as part of medical treatment — being away from home and family during this holiday can be especially difficult. Wed, 19 Nov 2008 07:00:00 -0000http://andersonvalleypost.com/news/2008/nov/19/sees-candies-offered-incentive-blood-drive/?partner=RSSnews/anderson153102008-11-19T00:00:002008-11-19T00:00:00Copyright Anderson Valley Post, 2008Thanksgiving brings to mind delicious food, family gatherings, and the notion of taking time to give thanks. For patients in hospitals — many who are receiving blood transfusions as part of medical treatment — being away from home and family during this holiday can be especially difficult. <!-- no dateline and no defined city -->See's Candies offered as incentive at Blood drive Anderson Valley Postsees-candies-offered-incentive-blood-drivehttp://andersonvalleypost.com/news/2008/nov/19/vista-overlooks-clear-creek-spawning/?partner=RSSA newly-minted concrete overlook onto Clear Creek marks the most recent success of the Western Shasta Resource Conservation District (WSRCD) in its restoration of a creek that was torn apart by gold and gravel mining. With the help of California's Bureau of Land Management (BLM), the district has spent $1.1 million to construct the overlook, which connects 12.5 miles of trails along Clear Creek. mwoodward@andersonvalleypost.com (Michael Woodward, Reporter)Wed, 19 Nov 2008 07:00:00 -0000http://andersonvalleypost.com/news/2008/nov/19/vista-overlooks-clear-creek-spawning/?partner=RSSnews/anderson153222008-11-19T00:00:002008-11-19T00:00:00Copyright Anderson Valley Post, 2008A newly-minted concrete overlook onto Clear Creek marks the most recent success of the Western Shasta Resource Conservation District (WSRCD) in its restoration of a creek that was torn apart by gold and gravel mining. With the help of California's Bureau of Land Management (BLM), the district has spent $1.1 million to construct the overlook, which connects 12.5 miles of trails along Clear Creek.<!-- no dateline and no defined city -->Michael Woodward, ReporterVista overlooks Clear Creek spawningAnderson Valley Postvista-overlooks-clear-creek-spawninghttp://andersonvalleypost.com/news/2008/nov/19/sikh-and-interfaith-parade-invites-community/?partner=RSSThe Sikh Centre in Anderson scheduled the second annual Interfaith Thanksgiving Parade on Nov. 22 in Anderson to celebrate the birthday of Guru Nanak Dev Ji and the Thanksgiving holiday. Guru Nanak was the founder of the Sikh religeon and the first of ten gurus. Wed, 19 Nov 2008 07:00:00 -0000http://andersonvalleypost.com/news/2008/nov/19/sikh-and-interfaith-parade-invites-community/?partner=RSSnews/anderson153162008-11-19T00:00:002008-11-19T00:00:00Copyright Anderson Valley Post, 2008The Sikh Centre in Anderson scheduled the second annual Interfaith Thanksgiving Parade on Nov. 22 in Anderson to celebrate the birthday of Guru Nanak Dev Ji and the Thanksgiving holiday. Guru Nanak was the founder of the Sikh religeon and the first of ten gurus.<!-- no dateline and no defined city -->Sikh and interfaith parade invites communityAnderson Valley Postsikh-and-interfaith-parade-invites-communityhttp://andersonvalleypost.com/news/2008/nov/19/pets-need-protection-winter-dangers/?partner=RSS"When the cold winds blow and the temperatures drop, the howling of winter days and nights can quickly become a threat to pets," said Dr. Ray John, CEO at Haven Humane Society. John suggests some helpful tips that can help make pets safer and more comfortable during the cold season. Wed, 19 Nov 2008 07:00:00 -0000http://andersonvalleypost.com/news/2008/nov/19/pets-need-protection-winter-dangers/?partner=RSSlifestyles/news153172008-11-19T00:00:002008-11-19T00:00:00Copyright Anderson Valley Post, 2008"When the cold winds blow and the temperatures drop, the howling of winter days and nights can quickly become a threat to pets," said Dr. Ray John, CEO at Haven Humane Society. John suggests some helpful tips that can help make pets safer and more comfortable during the cold season.<!-- no dateline and no defined city -->Pets need protection from winter dangersAnderson Valley Postpets-need-protection-winter-dangershttp://andersonvalleypost.com/news/2008/nov/19/veterans-day-observances-held/?partner=RSSState and local officials took time out Tuesday, Nov. 11, to honor present and past members of the U.S. Armed Forces — living and dead — as they spoke about heroism, sacrifice, duty and preserving freedom. The largest gathering of veterans in the North State occurred at the Northern California Veterans Cemetery where nearly 200 veterans have been buried or their cremains inurned with full military honors since the cemetery opened near Igo in 2005. Wed, 19 Nov 2008 07:00:00 -0000http://andersonvalleypost.com/news/2008/nov/19/veterans-day-observances-held/?partner=RSSnews/anderson153252008-11-19T00:00:002008-11-19T00:00:00Copyright Anderson Valley Post, 2008State and local officials took time out Tuesday, Nov. 11, to honor present and past members of the U.S. Armed Forces — living and dead — as they spoke about heroism, sacrifice, duty and preserving freedom. The largest gathering of veterans in the North State occurred at the Northern California Veterans Cemetery where nearly 200 veterans have been buried or their cremains inurned with full military honors since the cemetery opened near Igo in 2005.<!-- no dateline and no defined city -->Veterans' Day observances held Anderson Valley Postveterans-day-observances-heldhttp://andersonvalleypost.com/news/2008/nov/19/citys-dangerous-dog-grievance-settled/?partner=RSSAn 11-month-old dog was subject to Anderson's ramped-up dangerous dog ordinance Nov. 12. In order to maintain a dog the city has determined ‘dangerous,' the owner must now meet an additional requirement of $300,000 of liability insurance to keep the animal. mwoodward@andersonvalleypost.com (Michael Woodward, Reporter)Wed, 19 Nov 2008 07:00:00 -0000http://andersonvalleypost.com/news/2008/nov/19/citys-dangerous-dog-grievance-settled/?partner=RSSnews/anderson153062008-11-19T00:00:002008-11-19T00:00:00Copyright Anderson Valley Post, 2008An 11-month-old dog was subject to Anderson's ramped-up dangerous dog ordinance Nov. 12. In order to maintain a dog the city has determined ‘dangerous,' the owner must now meet an additional requirement of $300,000 of liability insurance to keep the animal. <!-- no dateline and no defined city -->Michael Woodward, ReporterCity's dangerous dog grievance settledAnderson Valley Postcitys-dangerous-dog-grievance-settledhttp://andersonvalleypost.com/news/2008/nov/19/movie-nights-books-are-popular/?partner=RSSAnderson New Technology High School was once again able to participate in the Barnes and Noble Book Fair. This was an exciting event that took place on Saturday, Nov. 15. At this event New Tech students performed throughout the day in art, poetry, acting, singing and music. One student even played a harp. The Book Fair was a large success and New Tech is already looking forward to next year's performance. Wed, 19 Nov 2008 07:00:00 -0000http://andersonvalleypost.com/news/2008/nov/19/movie-nights-books-are-popular/?partner=RSSnews/anderson153212008-11-19T00:00:002008-11-19T00:00:00Copyright Anderson Valley Post, 2008Anderson New Technology High School was once again able to participate in the Barnes and Noble Book Fair. This was an exciting event that took place on Saturday, Nov. 15. At this event New Tech students performed throughout the day in art, poetry, acting, singing and music. One student even played a harp. The Book Fair was a large success and New Tech is already looking forward to next year's performance.<!-- no dateline and no defined city -->Movie nights, books are popular Anderson Valley Postmovie-nights-books-are-popularhttp://andersonvalleypost.com/news/2008/nov/19/more-emergency-food-assistance-sought/?partner=RSSThe holidays can be an especially hard time for families in need. But the folks at Anderson Cottonwood Christian Assistance emergency food program have seen just a little bit of help make a huge difference in people's lives. Three years ago, Megan, an Anderson resident and mom, was going through the toughest time in her life. She and her husband had been doing well. They had a baby girl, and were happy to find out they had another baby on the way. blaughlin@andersonvalleypost.com (Breeana Laughlin)Wed, 19 Nov 2008 07:00:00 -0000http://andersonvalleypost.com/news/2008/nov/19/more-emergency-food-assistance-sought/?partner=RSSnews/anderson153242008-11-19T00:00:002008-11-19T00:00:00Copyright Anderson Valley Post, 2008The holidays can be an especially hard time for families in need. But the folks at Anderson Cottonwood Christian Assistance emergency food program have seen just a little bit of help make a huge difference in people's lives. Three years ago, Megan, an Anderson resident and mom, was going through the toughest time in her life. She and her husband had been doing well. They had a baby girl, and were happy to find out they had another baby on the way. <!-- no dateline and no defined city -->Breeana LaughlinMore emergency food assistance sought Anderson Valley Postmore-emergency-food-assistance-soughthttp://andersonvalleypost.com/news/2008/nov/19/volunteers-needed-youthpeer-court-hearings-south-c/?partner=RSSThe Shasta County Youth/Peer Court has released six court dates for the coming school year in Anderson. But before the court can hold any sessions in the South County, volunteer jurors are needed. The peer court is recruiting student volunteers between ages 13-18 to serve as jurors, jury fore-persons and youth attorneys in real juvenile court proceedings. mwoodward@andersonvalleypost.com (Michael Woodward, Reporter)Wed, 19 Nov 2008 07:00:00 -0000http://andersonvalleypost.com/news/2008/nov/19/volunteers-needed-youthpeer-court-hearings-south-c/?partner=RSSnews/anderson153192008-11-19T00:00:002008-11-19T00:00:00Copyright Anderson Valley Post, 2008The Shasta County Youth/Peer Court has released six court dates for the coming school year in Anderson. But before the court can hold any sessions in the South County, volunteer jurors are needed. The peer court is recruiting student volunteers between ages 13-18 to serve as jurors, jury fore-persons and youth attorneys in real juvenile court proceedings. <!-- no dateline and no defined city -->Michael Woodward, ReporterVolunteers needed for Youth/Peer Court hearings in South County Anderson Valley Postvolunteers-needed-youthpeer-court-hearings-south-chttp://andersonvalleypost.com/news/2008/nov/19/carols-concert-planned-college/?partner=RSSOn Friday, December 12, 2008, at 7:30 p.m., the Shasta College Theatre will be filled with the sounds of beautiful holiday music performed by the Community Chorale and the Women's Ensemble. The Community Chorale will sing "Carols and Lullabies: Christmas in the Southwest" by Conrad Susa. Members of the chorale will be accompanied by harp, marimba and guitar. Wed, 19 Nov 2008 07:00:00 -0000http://andersonvalleypost.com/news/2008/nov/19/carols-concert-planned-college/?partner=RSSnews/anderson153092008-11-19T00:00:002008-11-19T00:00:00Copyright Anderson Valley Post, 2008On Friday, December 12, 2008, at 7:30 p.m., the Shasta College Theatre will be filled with the sounds of beautiful holiday music performed by the Community Chorale and the Women's Ensemble. The Community Chorale will sing "Carols and Lullabies: Christmas in the Southwest" by Conrad Susa. Members of the chorale will be accompanied by harp, marimba and guitar.<!-- no dateline and no defined city -->Carols, concert planned at college Anderson Valley Postcarols-concert-planned-collegehttp://andersonvalleypost.com/news/2008/nov/19/donated-snacks-keep-student-hunger-away/?partner=RSSAnderson resident Manuel Vassion works tirelessly to make sure elementary school-aged children don't sit through class with an empty belly. blaughlin@andersonvalleypost.com (Breeana Laughlin)Wed, 19 Nov 2008 07:00:00 -0000http://andersonvalleypost.com/news/2008/nov/19/donated-snacks-keep-student-hunger-away/?partner=RSSnews/anderson153232008-11-19T00:00:002008-11-19T00:00:00Copyright Anderson Valley Post, 2008Anderson resident Manuel Vassion works tirelessly to make sure elementary school-aged children don't sit through class with an empty belly.<!-- no dateline and no defined city -->Breeana LaughlinDonated snacks keep student hunger awayAnderson Valley Postdonated-snacks-keep-student-hunger-awayhttp://andersonvalleypost.com/news/2008/nov/12/anderson-firefighters-celebrate-volunteers/?partner=RSSWith CAL FIRE minding the district, the firefighters, volunteers and board members of the Anderson Fire Protection District (AFPD) met at the Gaia at Anderson to celebrate at the annual volunteer firefighter appreciation dinner on Nov. 7. mwoodward@andersonvalleypost.com (Michael Woodward, Reporter)Wed, 12 Nov 2008 07:00:00 -0000http://andersonvalleypost.com/news/2008/nov/12/anderson-firefighters-celebrate-volunteers/?partner=RSSnews/anderson152732008-11-12T00:00:002008-11-12T00:00:00Copyright Anderson Valley Post, 2008With CAL FIRE minding the district, the firefighters, volunteers and board members of the Anderson Fire Protection District (AFPD) met at the Gaia at Anderson to celebrate at the annual volunteer firefighter appreciation dinner on Nov. 7. <!-- no dateline and no defined city -->Michael Woodward, ReporterAnderson firefighters celebrate volunteersAnderson Valley Postanderson-firefighters-celebrate-volunteershttp://andersonvalleypost.com/news/2008/nov/12/former-anderson-mayor-marvin-bennett-dies-82/?partner=RSSMarvin Paul Bennett, 82, left an Anderson nursing home only live with his wife at their Red Bluff home for six days before he died on Nov. 4. "He left a hole in my heart," Jeannine Bennett, 79, said of her husband. "He was always helping people, talking to people. He was very busy that way." mwoodward@andersonvalleypost.com (Michael Woodward, Reporter)Wed, 12 Nov 2008 07:00:00 -0000http://andersonvalleypost.com/news/2008/nov/12/former-anderson-mayor-marvin-bennett-dies-82/?partner=RSSnews/anderson152752008-11-12T00:00:002008-11-12T00:00:00Copyright Anderson Valley Post, 2008Marvin Paul Bennett, 82, left an Anderson nursing home only live with his wife at their Red Bluff home for six days before he died on Nov. 4. "He left a hole in my heart," Jeannine Bennett, 79, said of her husband. "He was always helping people, talking to people. He was very busy that way."<!-- no dateline and no defined city -->Michael Woodward, ReporterFormer Anderson mayor Marvin Bennett dies at 82Anderson Valley Postformer-anderson-mayor-marvin-bennett-dies-82http://andersonvalleypost.com/news/2008/nov/12/cottonwood-students-become-voter-guides/?partner=RSSWhen staff found out North Cottonwood School would be a polling site on election day, they decided to teach fifth-graders about public service and the importance of voting. blaughlin@andersonvalleypost.com (Breeana Laughlin)Wed, 12 Nov 2008 07:00:00 -0000http://andersonvalleypost.com/news/2008/nov/12/cottonwood-students-become-voter-guides/?partner=RSSnews/anderson152832008-11-12T00:00:002008-11-12T00:00:00Copyright Anderson Valley Post, 2008When staff found out North Cottonwood School would be a polling site on election day, they decided to teach fifth-graders about public service and the importance of voting.<!-- no dateline and no defined city -->Breeana LaughlinCottonwood students become voter guides Anderson Valley Postcottonwood-students-become-voter-guideshttp://andersonvalleypost.com/news/2008/nov/12/black-powder-club-raises-funds-youth-cancer/?partner=RSSThe Northern Free Trappers and Muzzle Loaders Club of Northern California are once again preparing for the 14th annual Darryl Burbank Memorial Turkey Shoot, which will take place Nov. 15 in Cottonwood. Wed, 12 Nov 2008 07:00:00 -0000http://andersonvalleypost.com/news/2008/nov/12/black-powder-club-raises-funds-youth-cancer/?partner=RSSlifestyles/news152822008-11-12T00:00:002008-11-12T00:00:00Copyright Anderson Valley Post, 2008The Northern Free Trappers and Muzzle Loaders Club of Northern California are once again preparing for the 14th annual Darryl Burbank Memorial Turkey Shoot, which will take place Nov. 15 in Cottonwood. <!-- no dateline and no defined city -->Black powder Club raises funds for youth with cancerAnderson Valley Postblack-powder-club-raises-funds-youth-cancerhttp://andersonvalleypost.com/news/2008/nov/11/veterans-day-photos/?partner=RSSVeterans Day was observed at the Northern California Veterans Cemetery in Igo, on Nov. 11. Former Senator K. Maurice Johannessen and Fred Salanti, founder of Missing in America Program, were honored. Wed, 12 Nov 2008 00:09:00 -0000http://andersonvalleypost.com/news/2008/nov/11/veterans-day-photos/?partner=RSSnews/anderson152872008-11-11T17:09:002008-11-11T17:09:00Copyright Anderson Valley Post, 2008Veterans Day was observed at the Northern California Veterans Cemetery in Igo, on Nov. 11. Former Senator K. Maurice Johannessen and Fred Salanti, founder of Missing in America Program, were honored.<!-- no dateline and no defined city -->Veterans Day photosAnderson Valley Postveterans-day-photos