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Pendleton Home Owner has German Shorthairs puppies for sale

German Shorthaired Pointers

Whelped 4/19/08

Sire: Fox Ridge Frieda’s Star MH ,NA prize 1, Utility Prize II (191), OFA excellent

VC Shooting Star’s Son of a Gun MH x Bailey’s Little Frieda MH, NA Prize 1 (112), UT Prize 1 (204) Frieda was the German Shorthaired Pointer Club of Idaho Dog of the year in 1999. Star’s liter received the NAVHDA breeders award for natural ability and the rare utility breeders award. Star’s sire and dam have been on the cover of NAVHDA magazine. Star has produced 2 natural ability breeder’s award litters.

Dam: Larue’s Rim Rock Jazz, OFA good

Shooting Star’s Mad Maxwell MH, UT prize 1 x Cecil’s Chelsea

Both Shooting Star’s Mad Maxwell and Cecil’s Chelsea were sired by Windrow’s Saddle Tramp

The breeding combines two successful NAVHDA bloodlines. VC Shooting star’s son-of-a-gun and Windrow’s Saddle Tramp are strongly represented in the background of theses puppies. These two dogs are two of the top producers of high quality hunt test titled dogs.

Jazz and Star have wonderful temperaments in addition to their hunting abilities. They are friendly dogs, rarely bark, and are good in the house.

Contact:

Brian Whitten

1224 SW 44^th, Pendleton, OR 97801

e-mail: chukardog@hotmail.com

541-276-3450

Cell 541-215-0372

Local Glass Artists Wow Visitors at Dimond Glass Studios!

Dimond Glass Studios in Cove, Oregon recently held an open house for the community.  Local artists demonstrated their skills as visitors came and viewed live glass blowing.  Local art was available for purchaseand many folks showed up for the good times!  Tom Dimond of Cove owns and operates the studio and workshop.  Local mixed media artist Kevin Boylan blew several impressive pieces in front of a large crowd!  Look for his work at The Satellite Gallery in downtown La Grande on Depot Street.

_{Kevin explains the art of glass blowing to local JJH Realtor Jeff Clark and web designer Mike Surber of Cold Coffee Media.}

_{Kevin heats glass as the artwork begins to take shape.}

If you would like any further information on the local Art and Music Scene in the Valley, send an email to Jeff@JeffDClark.com and I will fill you in!

La Grande Duplex For Sale!

Lovely duplex setup with two 3 bedroom 2 BA Homes connected by a covered carport with storage. 2 ranges, 2 refrigerators, window coverings, 2 dishwashers. New in April 2007, units are leased at $750.00 per  mo per unit.  2×6 construction, 25 yr roof, low e vinyl windows, 30 yr siding & trim. All electric Energy Star home.

Rent isn’t the only financial benefit you will receive from owning a investment property.  Depreciation, equity growth, and tax benefits can equal thousands per year!  Don’t miss out!  Call 663-9000 for more information about improving your investment portfolio!

La Grande News & Events

Meeting takes Place at the Pleasant Grove Range Hall in Summerville & The Elgin Public Library

 Dick Pugh, meteorite scientist with the Cascadia Meteorite Laboratory at Portland State University, will give programs Tuesday at Pleasant Grove Grange, 67218 Hunter Road in Summerville, and Wednesday at the Elgin Public Library, 1699 Division St.  

Since the Meteorite that exploded over the area of Summerville to the Elgin area, many area residents have been searching for fragments of the meteorite.   The explosion occurred around 5:30am in the morning of February 19, 2008.  Many area residents that were up and about in the early morning were witness to the event.  The reports have been that of a large glow that followed with a boom.  Many residents seen the flash in their homes. 

Dick Puch will be bringing samples of past meteorites for the general public to get an idea of what the meteorites will look like if they happen to be searching for meteorites.   Both meetings will give a chance for the public to share what they saw and heard from the unusual event that occurred on February 19, 2008.

La Grande News & Events - Aaron’s Grande Opening Event

Aarons is having their Grande Opening Event on Thursday April 17, 2008 at 12:00 noon.  Aaron’s offers a full line of home furnishings including lawn mowers and appliances.  At Aaron’s you can purchase their products or rent to own them.  They are conveniently located in downtown La Grande on the corner of Adams and Hemlock.  Aaron’s purchased the old Lynch Motor building last fall and has completely remodeled the building and put in a new parking lot.  Stop by their new store in La Grande and check out their products.

Aaron’s is open for Business in La Grande, Oregon

Aaron’s officially opened their doors for the public on Saturday April 12, 2008.  Aaron’s is a franchise company that has also has a store in Hermiston.  Aaron’s is located on Adams avenue in La Grande and a welcome to the downtown community.  Aaron’s provides products for home furnishings including TV’s, computers, appliances and an assortment of furniture.   John Howard

Meet our new Realtor Apprentice

The office of John J Howard & Associates is proud to announce the arrival of our newest Realtor Apprentice - Nolan Briels.  Nolan entered our world of Real estate Business on March 17, 2008.  He tip the scales over 8lbs and has a head start in the business.  He comes to the training camp with a well trained Master, Amy Briels.  Keep your eye out for this up and coming youngster.

(Rumer has it that John has a nick name for the apprentice)

Pendleton Real Estate - Keep it Simple

It is amazing to me that even with all the good information available for selling a home, how often these important principles are not followed.  I understand that there are always variables, exceptions and tricky markets, but a home will usually sell quickly if you follow these steps:  Price it, Stage it, Advertise it.
Price:  It is common knowledge that excessively overpricing your home is bad marketing.  The first month on the market you tend to get a big rush of lookers.  A home overpriced will turn off most buyers.  Then you may have to play the drop your price, and maybe even drop your price again game.  Over-pricing your home may lead to having to sell lower than your home is worth.  How should you price your home? Simply be the best home at the best price for your type of home.  Buyers are going to find the best homes at the best price.  Therefore it makes sense for your home to be the best home at the best price versus other comparable homes.  I would rather pass on a listing than do a client the disservice of starting with a high price.  I am proud of the fact that my company prefers to market homes rather than simply list them. My next blog will discuss staging and advertising. 

Pendleton Real Estate, Pendleton Homes for sale

Congressman Greg Walden opens an office in Eastern Oregon

Congressman Greg Walden was in La Grande Oregon on Wednesday to cut the ribbon for his new office in La Grande.  Coby Marshall will be staffing the office that will be available for Eastern Oregon.  Marshall worked with Congressman Walden for several years in Washington DC before taking the job in staffing the La Grande Office.  Marshall is well known in Eastern Oregon for has work at the Eastern Oregon University and he also participates in the Pendleton Ronde Up.  We are most happy to have Congressman Walden establish an office in La Grande and to have Coby Marshall staffing the office.

Looking for La Grande Real Estate or La Grande Homes for sale, go to www.johnjhoward.com

Baker City has new Economic Leader

Jake Jacob is Baker County’s new economic development leader.  Jake has been a Baker City resident for 2 1/2 years.  Jake not be an employee of local government, but will be paid for his services as an consultant at $60.00 per hour.  Jacobs will have an office at the city hall in Baker City and will continue to operate the Baker City’s Small Business Development Center part time for the Blue Mountain College.  Jacob’s main mission is requiting new business to Baker City.

 Looking for Baker City Real Estate, go to www.johnjhoward.com