Ramona News

SHERIFF offense reports These offense reports were filed by Marion County Sheriffa s Office: Aggravated assault with deadly weapon; criminal damage Marie J. Valentine, 49, of 2923 Mustang Road, Ramona, reported that she was threatened with a sword when she attempted to leave after a disagreement.

Jacob Jirak, 16-year-old son of Steve and Vickie Jirak, won the personal finance category of the National Competition for Future Business Leaders of America this past week in Anaheim, Calif.

Members of the Red Hat Society went to Abilene for lunch June 14. They explored Old Abilene Town and saw a cancan dancer and a shootout.

Approximately 400 people attended a banquet Saturday at Centre High School to celebrate the school's 50th anniversary.

More than 30 motorcycles converged on Tampa Saturday for a belated celebration of Frank Patton's 92nd birthday.

Members of the Shady Ladies Red Hat Society enjoyed dinner out Wednesday in Lost Springs and then went to the former Lost Springs site on the Santa Fe Trail, where Alice Bell presented some history about it as a campsite for travelers on the trail.

Lois Peterson, Roger Peterson, Rolland Peterson, and Mary Deane Peterson joined Gene Thorton and Mary Ann Thorton of Abilene for a Sunday noon meal at Brookville Hotel of Abilene to celebrate Marie Thorton's birthday.

Six gathered Tuesday afternoon for game day at the senior center. Those present were Al and Darlene Sondergard of Ramona, Margaret Jirak, Shirley Zaieman, Jim Clemmer, and Jane Vajnar.

Charles and Arlene Carlson attended church services Sunday morning at Trinity Lutheran Church at Ramona with Kent and Jean Brunner.

Hillsboro voters will see competitive races for both of the open city councils seats as the April 7 local election nears.