Members in action

WHEN John Eaton was flown from Columbia County to Spokane for open-heart surgery late last year, his fellow employees in Local 1191-cc wasted no time in looking for a way to provide him with a helping hand.

His colleagues — who work with him at the Columbia County Road Department — found the opportunity when Eaton, after undergoing the operation, visited his son in Oregon on November 12.

They knew that when he returned home, his wood supply would need to be restocked. Although Eaton had made it through the surgery just fine, they realized it would be a while before he was able to chop and split wood again.

So, while Eaton was away, they set to work. Not only would they help out, they figured, but they would make it a surprise as well.

Together they cut up and split five cord of wood and hauled it to Eaton's home.

When Eaton arrived back, he was delighted to find his firewood was stacked and ready for his use.

Local helps to organize fund raiser

AFTER THE September 11 tragedies hit, Local 113 sought a way to help.

So they joined with the Everett Elks Lodge and sponsored a dance on November 24. Proceeds from the raffling of donated prizes went to the American Red Cross. Food barrels were filled for men’s and women’s shelters.

The band, Mikey Likes It, played dance rock and roll and R&B music. The disco lights were flashing, the kids were spinning, the music was pumping, and everyone had a great time.

"To see the generosity of our Local 113 and surrounding community was very inspiring," said one attendee.