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Republican Float in Albany's 2017 Veterans Day Parade
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On Saturday, November 11, 2017, Benton and Linn County Republicans participated in Albany's Veterans Day Parade with a float entry and lots of enthusiasm to show our veterans how much their service to this great country means. The Veterans Commemoration Associations' parade theme for 2017 was "Honoring Our Women Veterans, It's Time We Honor Them All."
Many hands helped decorate. Then folks rode or walked with the float and truck. Participants from Benton County Republicans were Louanna Oliver, who expertly pulled the float with the assistance of her son, Bobby; Chair Betsy Close, Stella Guenther, John Detweiler, Garland & PJ Hunter, Arden Ray, Jean & Charles Nelson, and Kristie Hernandez with daughter Izzy and friends Laell, Cheyenne and Alondra; and from Linn County Republicans were Michael Wynhausen, Dale Hummel (photographer), Joe Bullard, Jim Vause, Sr., Mary Grimes and Alma Lee. Jerell from Lane County also joined us with a large Trump flag. All showered veterans with love and enthusiastic shouts of appreciation, while the most energetic passed out buttons to veterans and candy to children and parade goers along the route. The float was this years' 2nd Place winner. Alondra shows off the trophy in a photo. Zumi (dog) rode along too.
From S. Thomas Lewis
This is the link to the Veterans Day Parade at the Republican Float: https://youtu.be/QCIC6nPLDfg?t=57m21s Read More......
2017 Republican Booths at the Benton County Fair
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Benton County Republicans and Benton County Republican Women were neighbors at the Benton County Fair, which ran August 2-5, 2017. Benton County Republicans proudly displayed photos of Republican office-holders, sold "Trump 2020" Tee shirts, hats and collectables, advertised the upcoming August 24th Republican BBQ, sold raffle tickets for the November 16th drawing for an M&P 9mm Shield handgun, conducted voter registration, and conversed with the public. Most importantly, however, volunteers gathered signatures for three statewide initiatives. Fair goers had lots of fun taking selfies and group photos with President Trump. Many thanks to all who volunteered their time and effort to make a difference. Read More......
2016 Organizational Meeting & Dessert
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The Benton County Republican Central Committee held its Organizational Meeting & Dessert on Thursday, November 17th at The Clubhouse (former Camp Adair Officer's Club) in Adair Village. Valley Catering prepared incredible desserts! The chairman, Jerry Jackson, was unable to attend so the meeting was conducted by 1st Vice Chair, Paul Rentz. College Republicans at OSU were sponsored by PCP's and attended the meeting. Speakers were Bill Currier, Oregon Republican Party Chair, and Jeff Gudman, 2016 Republican candidate for Oregon Treasurer. Though Mr. Gudman lost his race, both Chair Currier and Mr. Gudman described how close the race was despite the fact that he started with no name recognition and ran against a candidate with ten times the funds. Following the speakers, credentialing took place and then the Precinct Committeemen and Committeewomen (PCP's) held elections for new officers for the 2016-2018 biennium. Elected by acclamation were Betsy Close, Chair; Kristie Hernandez, 1st Vice Chair; Jody Draper, 2nd Vice Chair; Jeff Jimerson, 3rd Vice Chair; Ken Kurth, Secretary; John Detweiler, Treasurer; Steve Winokur, Delegate, Jeff Limón, 1st Alternate Delegate; Chris Close, 2nd Alternate Delegate and Jeff Kubler, 3rd Alternate Delegate. Retiring officers and delegates from the 2014-2016 biennium were thanked for their service and good wishes were expressed to the new officers. The new chair, Betsy Close, spoke briefly with a positive note and thanked PCP's for their vote. Read More......
2016 Republican Booths at Benton County Fair
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2014: Benton GOP at Philomath Frolic Parade and Booth
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The Benton County Republican Party participated in the Philomath Frolic Grand Parade in a float designed to support our statewide and local Republican candidates running in the 2014 election. With flags waving and shouting, "Liberty" riders enthusiastically hoisted giant letters spelling "LIBERTY" to parade watchers, who showed their approval with applause! Jacob Vandever, candidate for Oregon House, Dist. 16, and Jerry Jackson, candidate for Benton County Commissioner walked with the float passing out candy to youngsters and greeting voters. Sen. Betsy Close, candidate for Oregon Senate, also participated in the parade riding in a beautiful white Corvette with her fabulous campaign team afoot (we borrowed her photos from Facebook). Louanna Oliver pulled the float… and expertly, we might add. On board were Kristie Hernandez, daughters Ronnie and Alexia with friend Erick, John Detweiler, Stella Guenther and PJ Hunter with Zumi (the dog). Garland Hunter walked the parade route and took pictures. The float won the Grand Marshal's Award trophy. The Benton County Republican Women assisted. Read More......
2014 Benton GOP PCP Sign-up Party, Feb. 18th
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The Benton County Republicans held a PCP Sign-up Party on February 18th at the Grand Oaks Clubhouse in Corvallis with food, and lots of fun. Oregon State University College Republicans President Donald Handeland and Breanna Bannan provided "Family Feud" for entertainment. It was a very friendly feud! Read More......
2013 Republican "We the People" Appreciation Dinner
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The Benton County Republican's held their annual "We the People" Appreciation Dinner on Thursday, November 21, 2013 at the Clubhouse in Adair Village with a wonderful buffet dinner by Valley Catering. Joining the guest list were members of the Oregon State University College Republicans and special guest speakers, Bill Currier, Oregon Republican Party Vice-Chair; W. Scott Jorgensen, author of Reflection and Deputy Communications Director for the Oregon House Republican Office; and District 8 State Senator Betsy Close. Mark Callahan, Republican primary candidate for U.S. Senate also attended the dinner. Following a fun social hour, delicious dinner, and raffle drawing, Jerry Jackson, Chair of the Benton County Republicans, turned the evening program over to 1st Vice Chair Stan Baker, an inspiring speaker in his own right, to introduce the speakers. Read More......
2013 Veterans Day Parade, Linn & Benton GOP Float
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The Linn and Benton County Republicans participated in the Albany Veterans Day Parade on Monday, November 11th to show their appreciation and respect for the Veterans who have served our country so honorably. Republican Primary candidates joining us in this tribute were Rep. Andy Olson for reelection to Oregon House District 15, Mark Callahan for U.S. Senate, State Representative Jason Conger for U.S. Senate and Dr. Monica Wehby for U.S. Senate. Rep. Olson graciously volunteered his beautiful red truck and a driver to pull the Republican float. Those walking the parade route passed out candy to children and patriotic buttons to veterans. The buttons were made and contributed by the Benton County Republican Women. Float riders displayed alternating messages, "We love you Vets" and "Thank You" to the veterans with flip cards. We offer our gratitude to the Veterans Commemoration Association for this wonderful event and, most importantly, we offer our thanks to the Veterans.
Participating Republicans from Benton County were Chair Jerry Jackson, John Detweiler, Charles and Jean Nelson, Ken McCracken and Kim Rowe, Stella Guenther, Kristie Hernandez with daughter Alexia, and Garland and PJ Hunter. Participating Republicans from Linn County were Chair Michael Wyhausen, Julie Hetterle with sister Mindi and Mary Grimes. Thank you all! Read More......
September 2013 Central Committee Meeting with Dennis Richardson Speaking
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On September 17, 2013, State Representative Dennis Richardson (R-Central Point), candidate for governor of Oregon, spoke to the Benton County Republican Central Committee. Rep. Richardson stressed his plans to boost Oregon's economy while creating fiscal stability for years to come.
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2013 Republican Booths at the Benton County Fair
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We're having a blast at the Fair! The Benton County Republicans and Benton County Republican Women have side-by-side booths at the 2013 Benton County Fair, July 31st through Aug. 3rd! The Benton County Republicans are selling raffle tickets for an AR-15. Tickets are $5 each and the drawing will be held on Nov. 21, 2013 at the organization's "We the People" Appreciation Dinner (need not be present to win). Featured again this year in the booth is the "World's Smallest Political Quiz," a fun way to find out where you stand in the political spectrum. John Detweiler, who manages and analyzes the results claims that Benton County has a libertarian streak... will that be evident this year? The Benton County Republican Women are selling fun patriotic and political buttons and patriotic jewelry. Drop by the booths for ice-cold spring water and take part in the activity.
Thank you to all who volunteered to man the booths. Your participation is truly appreciated. Read More......
2012 Republican Barbecue
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The Benton County Republicans held their annual Republican Barbecue on Thursday, August 9, 2012 at Les Wheeler's beautiful farm on Kiger Island in Corvallis, Oregon. Sandy McHenry and volunteers spent the day grilling Tri-tip beef and chicken for a wonderful dinner entrée. Republican candidates for the 2012 General Election took the opportunity to talk with attendees in a casual setting and later spoke as the sun began drop in the western sky (apologies for the horrible photos). The singing group Silver Bells entertained and Chairman, John Bell, served as Master of Ceremonies. Our speakers were Betsy Close, candidate for Benton County Commissioner (Position 3), Jerry J. Jackson, Sr., running for Benton County Commissioner (Position 1), Andy Olson, for reelection as State Representative (District 15), Andrew Decker for State Representative (District 16), Jim Thompson for reelection as State Representative (District 23), Dr. Knute Buehler for Secretary of State, the fiery James Buchal for Oregon's Attorney General, and Art Robinson for U.S. Congressional District Four. We thank our speakers and all who attended this event and offer a special thank you to Les Wheeler for his hospitality and to the Benton County Republican Women for their assistance.
Addendum: In September, Republican Central Committee members in Senate District 8 voted to recommend Betsy Close and two others to serve the remainder of retiring State Senator Frank Morse's term of office. In October, the Linn and Benton County Commissioners voted to appoint Close to the seat. We welcome Sen. Betsy Close as our new state senator. Read More......
9/11 Candlelight Remembrance, 2010
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The Benton County Veterans Memorial Committee and the community of Benton County sponsored a candlelight remembrance and memorial program honoring the fallen and the families of those who lost their lives in the 9-11 tragedy. The September 11, 2010 program started at 7:00 PM with Les Whittle as Emcee. Candle GLOW STICKS were furnished for a lovely candlelight effect. Local police and fire fighters remembered their fellow first responders, many of whom sacrificed their lives or health to save others on September 11, 2001 and beyond during the long recovery process at ground zero. The program was held in front of the Benton County Veterans Memorial at 1100 NW Kings Blvd. in Corvallis, Oregon. Read More......
2009 Veterans Day Parade, Albany, Oregon
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The Benton and Linn County Republicans participated jointly in the November 11th “Generations of Valor” Veterans Day Parade in Albany, Oregon. The Benton County Republican Women made thousands of patriotic buttons for parade goers with new designs from April Aguirre of Warrior’s Refuge Military Card Company. Rep. Andy Olson, Christy Sullivan, Linda Bartcher and Stella Guenther passed the buttons out along the parade route. Sen. Frank Morse and John Bussell, race car driver representing Operation Homefront, walked with the float and Sid Leiken and his campaign group followed while Bob Bartcher expertly pulled the float. Riding the float were Linn County Republican Chair, Jo Rae Perkins with her son and beautiful granddaughter, Mary Grimes of the Linn County Republican Women and John Bussell’s lovely wife and family, (unidentified) with her darling infant daughter (our youngest rider yet), Ed Cohn, John Detweiler and PJ Hunter of Benton County. We wish to thank the Veterans Commemorative Association for putting on a fantastic parade and offer our gratitude to the City of Albany for hosting it. And finally, with our deepest appreciation, we thank our veterans who have served our country and protected our freedoms so well. God bless you all. Read More......
2009 Annual Republican Barbecue
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The 2009 Benton County Republican Barbecue was held on August 20th in the Beer Gardens at the Philomath Frolic Rodeo Grounds in Philomath, Oregon. Linn County Republicans joined us for the evening. A social gathering began at 5 p.m. with dinner starting at 6 p.m. Sandy McHenry and his volunteer crew fired up the barbecue and bean pot early in the day for a fabulous Tri-tip beef and chicken dinner. Lynda McHenry filled out the menu with her crew of Republican volunteers. Bob Tiernan, Chairman of the Oregon Republican Party was the main speaker. More details coming... Read More......
Republican Booths at the 2009 Benton County Fair
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The Benton County Republicans and Benton County Republican Women participated in the Benton County Fair, which ran from July 29th through August 1st. We offer our appreciation to our Republican volunteers for manning the booths and to our Republican legislators and candidates for their appearances in the booths. This year we conducted the World's Smallest Political Quiz which drew interest and some surprises.
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GOP Represented in 2009 Philomath Frolic Parade
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The Benton County Republicans participated in the Philomath Frolic Parade on Saturday, July 11, 2009. Sid Leiken, Mayor of Springfield and 2010 candidate for U.S. Congress for Oregon District 4 and Andy Olson, Incumbent Oregon State Representative for District 15 and 2010 candidate, walked the parade route passing out candy and balloons with the help of Mayor Leiken's campaign assistant, Jenn Thompson and Linda Bartcher. Bob Bartcher expertly pulled the float again this year. We were pleased that John Bussell, race car driver representing Operation Homefront, and his son Gary joined us for the parade as well as Laurie Rentz as the Statue of Liberty. Others riding the float were Lee McLaughlin and his daughter Hailee, John Detweiler, Stella Guenther, Sandra Hickey and PJ Hunter. Philomath parade goers are so enthusiastic and always make this event such a pleasure. Our thanks to all! Read More......
2009 Independence Day Tea Party (non-partisan event)
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This second AFP Tea Party held in Corvallis, Oregon in front of the Benton County Courthouse was one of thousands of Tea Parties held across the USA to let our elected leaders know that "We the People" are fed up with government spending and our eroding freedoms.
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