Manson Village Tribune

“A Taste of Manson”…is quickly approaching and you don’t want to miss this Apple Blossom tradition! So plan something luscious to make with all our yummy local Manson apples and bring your entry to the Manson Park Office on Pedoi St, Friday May 10^th between 10am and 2pm.   Categories include apple pies and pastries, cookies & bars, cakes, & miscellaneous/desserts. Children under 12 are also encouraged to enter.   The winners will be announced at the Pageant Friday evening at the High School Gym, with prizes for the winners.

On Saturday, come by the Manson Park Office following the parade, and taste all the entries; they will be available by donation.

If you need apples to make your scrumptious creation, please give Sarah a call…888-8184

Entry forms are on line at www.mansonappleblossom.com or you can pick one up at the Apple Blossom headquarters (Manson Park Office on Pedoi St) the week of May 6^th.

PULLMAN, Wash. – Miguel Valencia was awarded the College of Arts and Sciences Scholarship in the amount of $1,500. The scholarship is awarded to those with strong grades and student involvement.

Valencia graduated from Manson High School in 2010 and plans to graduate from WSU in May 2014 with degrees in criminal justice and Spanish as well as a minor in political science. Valencia is currently the Criminal Justice Club executive board member and a ambassador for the College of Arts and Sciences.

Valencia is the son of Margarita and Miguel Valencia of Manson

HYAK – The winter-like weather on Interstate 90 over Snoqualmie Pass caused crews to cancel the extended rock blasting closure planned earlier this week. However, a break in weather next week allows crews to reschedule the longer blast.

The Washington State Department of Transportation and contractor crews will close I-90 in both directions starting at 7 p.m., Monday, May 6, from Gold Creek (milepost 54) to Easton (milepost 71). A reopening time depends on the amount of time it takes to remove boulders and large pieces of debris. Crews will also evaluate and repair any damage to the highway. Drivers need to plan for up to four hours of additional travel time.

The rock blasting closures scheduled for Tuesday, May 7, Wednesday, May 8 and Thursday, May 9 are scheduled from 7 to 8 p.m. from Gold Creek (milepost 54) to the Price Creek Sno-Park (milepost 61).

Crews are working in a very difficult area along I-90 this year to remove rock. This work is weather dependent and subject to change. Drivers are encouraged to use the following tools to plan trips across I-90 this summer:

• Visit the What’s Happening on I-90 Web page for up-to-date information on construction projects, traffic impacts, travel graphs and to sign up for email updates
• Visit the Snoqualmie Mountain Pass Web page for real-time travel information and to view traffic cameras
• Check the weekly Construction Updates Web page and Traffic Web page for region-wide updates
• Tune into the Highway Advisory Radio at 1610 AM and 530 AM
• @snoqualmiepass
• Call the I-90 construction hotline at 888-535-0738 or 511

5/6 - 5/11 What's Happening at Manson High/Middle School ?
May 3, 2013
Submitted by Krisy Nelson. May 6th — 10th: Staff Appreciation Week!
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5/6 - 5/11 What's Happening Next week at Manson Elementary?
May 3, 2013
From Paula Kunkel, Administrative Assistant Manson Elementary School.Staff Appreciation Week! May 6th —May 10th.
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Festival Time in Manson Next Weekend
May 3, 2013
Manson Apple Blossom Festival May 9th - 11th. Manson students will display their art at Stundent Art Show, sing and perform at Royalty Pageant, Trojan Band will perform in the parade on Sat., and the Royalty will be showcased on their float by Diana
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Sport Reports
May 3, 2013
5/2 Soccer - Bridgeport, 4/30 FP - Bridgeport, 4/26 FP - Pateros, 4/30 Track, 4/30 Soccer - Oroville, 4/25 Soccer - Liberty Bell, 4/23 FB-LR, and 4/20 FP-Bridgeport.
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Attention 5th through 11th Grade Students
May 2, 2013
time to start planning for MS and HS sports next year is now (next year's 6th graders will be able to play some Middle School Sports). It's time to check your physicals and paperwork.
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Manson Senior Gladis Castro Awarded Gates Millennium Scholarship
Apr 29, 2013
Press Release: Revised
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WSDOT reminds drivers to share the road

Washington’s next generation of commuters will be taking to the streets as students across the state celebrate National Bike to School Day on Wednesday, May 8. Participating schools have planned special events to encourage students to ride their bikes or walk to school with parents, teachers and community leaders. Many events include an educational component for bicycling and walking safely.

With these events taking place, the Washington State Department of Transportation reminds motorists to share the road and watch for young bicyclists and pedestrians, especially around school zones.

“Bike to School Day promotes bicycling for transportation and helps build healthier communities,” said Secretary of Transportation Lynn Peterson. “Events raise awareness of the benefits of bicycling and walking, such as increasing physical activity among children and reducing traffic congestion and vehicle emissions in neighborhoods. They also draw attention to the need for children to have safe places to walk and ride.”

WSDOT works to improve conditions for biking and walking across the state by:

• Helping schools to develop school walk and bike route plans
• Providing information about pedestrian and bicyclist safety to the public
• Conducting training and workshops for local agencies regarding WSDOT’s bicycle and pedestrian program
• Providing funding and design assistance for better sidewalks, crossings, trails and related improvements

Information about WSDOT’s efforts to improve conditions for student pedestrians and bicyclists can be found on its Safe Routes to School website. Safety tips for bicycling and walking and other resource materials are also available.