Washburn school budget approved
WASHBURN NEWS
by Tomi Henderson
The SAD 45 annual school budget meeting was held in Washburn on Thursday, June 21. All budget articles passed by an overwhelming majority. The citizens continue to show strong backing for the schools and for the school board’s budget recommendations. The school board is very appreciative of the community’s support.
According to Superintendent Ed Buckley, the 2012-13 budget totals $3,933,554.02. That’s up about $238,000 from last year, primarily due to increased fuel costs and salaries. Buckley said it’s similar to the figure for 2010-11. Local enrollment is down a few students, however, the Washburn school system will now have a few students in attendance from the Woodland area.
Library news
The Washburn Memorial Library’s spring book sale will be held on Friday, June 29, from noon until 4 p.m. The sale continues on Saturday, June 30, from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. The two-day event will be held at the Washburn Municipal Building located at 1287 Main St.
New and used books, DVDs, videos and audio books will be available for purchase. All proceeds benefit the Washburn Memorial Library. Please call librarian Katherine Veitschegger 207-455-4814 with any questions.
Truck pull
On Saturday, July 7, the Rotary Club of Washburn will be hosting a truck pull at the Northern Maine Fairgrounds in Presque Isle. Gates will open at 3:30 p.m., with registration starting at 4 p.m., and the pulls at 6 p.m. The cost of admission is $10 for adults and $5 for ages 13 and under.
August Festival
The contacts for various event committees are as follows: food vendors — Dennis Harris, 455-8279; alumni banquet — Diane Gabriel, 764-0955; arts and crafts — Paul Carter, 455-4714; road race — Mike Waugh, 551-9008; car show — Wade Thurston, 762-6441; historical society — Dennis Harris, 455-8279; Firemen’s Muster — Troy Heald, 455-0903; parade — Cindy Boot, 455-8464, who is still looking for help with this event!
Birthdays/anniversaries
Those celebrating birthdays from June 27-July 3 include: Les Plissey, Keith Brooks, Susan Boyd, Angela Haley, Rose Doughman, April Flagg, Travis Drost, Jessica Hatch, Maryl Shaw, Jonathan Maynard, Marianne Helton, Larry Bragg, Steve Doody, Bernice Farley, Carl Tupper, Kate Campbell, Kelly Tupper, Mike Easler, Dakota Scott, Janice Searles, Reagyn Chavez, Emily Taylor, Lynn Bragg, Trina Everett, Mark Turner, Shirley Kidney, Mike Michaud and Joan Bennett.
Celebrating their anniversary are: Bill and Sally Sargent, Dick and Gilda Howlett, Ricky and Heather Bragg, Obrien and Julia Bragg, Bob and Brenda Clayton, Dick and Kathy Howlett, Bud and Judy Budman and Russell and Penny Scott.
Tomi Henderson is the correspondent for Perham, Wade and Washburn. She can be reached at 429-9126 or e-mail tomihen@yahoo.com.
