In this issue:

Breathing new life into Enterprise, Oregon’s historic OK Theatre

Back in the day – nearly a century ago – the OK Theatre in Enterprise was a shining light in eastern Oregon, hosting events both unique and routine. There were plays and musicals at the 350-seat, single-screen theatre and traveling Chautauqua, an adult education movement in the early 20th century that brought musicians, preachers and academic lecturers to rural America. Read more

RCAC honors Moises Loza with leadership award

West Sacramento, Calif. – Rural Community Assistance Corporation (RCAC) is pleased to announce that Moises Loza has been selected to receive RCAC’s William French Award. The award is in recognition of Loza’s achievements in rural housing. Read more

RCAC seeks Yoneo Ono Award nominees

RCAC seeks nominations for the Yoneo Ono Rural Volunteer Award. The award honors rural people who have made significant lifelong contributions to their community in volunteer capacities. RCAC hopes to encourage further rural volunteer activities by acknowledging the accomplishments of a select few. Read more

Free well owner workshop offered November 11

Merced, Calif. – Rural Community Assistance Corporation (RCAC) will host a free well owner workshop in Merced, California on Saturday, November 11. The event is open to all private well owners. Topics will include proper operation and maintenance of septic systems and drinking water wells, common septic and well troubleshooting, preventive maintenance and solutions, and protecting our groundwater. Read more

Conference and Workshop Calendar

Private Well and Septic System Operation & Maintenance

The well owner workshop will educate well owners on proper operation and maintenance of septic systems and drinking water wells, common septic and well troubleshooting, preventive maintenance and solutions, and protecting our groundwater. The workshop is useful for private well and septic system owners. Attend this workshop to get a free water quality test for nitrate and join RCAC to learn more about your system!

Nov. 4, 2017 – 8:30 am to 12:30 pm

Southwest District Health
13307 Miami Lane
Caldwell, Idaho 83607
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Nov. 11, 2017 – 8:30 am to 12:30 pm

McSwain Union Elementary School District
926 Scott Rd
Merced, California 95341
Register here >>

 

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Chief Executive Officer: Stanley Keasling
Managing Editor: Sharon Wills

RCAC
3120 Freeboard Drive, Suite 201
West Sacramento, CA 95691

Network News is funded by: RCAC’s Loan Fund and U.S. Department of Health and Human Services

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RCAC is the western RCAP partner.