NNO 2005

August 2, 2005 -- Vernonia's 1st every National Night Out was a great
success. Estimates of attendance ranged from 450 to 500 people. Attendees
were treated to free BBQ, Free ice cream, free prizes, and free music.
More importantly, the citizens of Vernonia sent a clear message that they
are united with their police department against crime and violence. The
evening when very well other then some delays with the food and the fact
that we ran out twice!

Thank you to all of the volunteers who helped make NNO a success and
thanks to all of the donators and sponsors: Vernonia Fire Department,
Metro-West Ambulance, Columbia County Sheriff's Office, Columbia
County Dairy Women, Scappoose Police Department (McGruff & Eddie
The Eagle) Target, St. Helens Federal Credit Union, Sentry Market, Lions
Club (food & cooking), Morning Mist, SSS Saw Shop, The Independent,
Nancy Burch, Pepsi, Cedar Ridge, Vernonia Hardware, US Bank, Tom
Carlile (Brethaur Station) Black Bear/Mercantile, Leonetti's, Helen
Johnston, True Value Hardware, Country Kitchen, Dee Dee Webb, John
& Virginia Johns, Grey Dawn Gallery, Buckhorn, Cash & Carry,
Serenity Gardens Herbals R&R Motors, Breaktime. I hope I didn't forget
anyone, if I did I apologize and ask that you contact me to be included.

Thanks again Vernonia and I look forward to next year!