BCRW Hosts 5th District GOP Primary Candidates for Congress

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On Monday, January 25, 2010, the Benton County Republican Women hosted the two 5th District Republican candidates seeking the nomination for U.S. Congress in Oregon's May Primary. Fred Thompson and Scott Bruun shared their views on issues and took questions from the audience of about 50 attendees. (Photo: Collage from photos by Gazette-Times photographer Scobel Wiggins | GT article by Rachel Beck.) Read More......

"NO on 66 & 67" Street Rallies, Corvallis, OR

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2009 BCRW Christmas Potluck Party

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The Benton County Republican Women met in the Fireside Room at Kings Circle Assembly of God Church on Thursday, December 14th for their annual Christmas Potluck Party and installation of officers for 2010-2011. Read More......

Annual Republican Barbecue, August 20, 2009

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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. Also speaking were candidates Sid Leiken and Jaynee Garmond, running for Congress (Dist. 4) and Jerry J. Jackson, Sr., running for Benton County Commissioner, Position 1. (More details coming). John Wilder chaired the event with PCP's and the BCRW assisting. 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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BCRW Summer Picnic and Membership Drive, July 27, 2009

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The annual Summer Potluck Picnic and Membership Drive of the Benton County Republican Women was held at Janet Paine's beautiful home on Monday, July 27, 2009. Janet is such a fine hostess and makes everyone feel welcome and comfortable. The view is an incredible series of Christmas Trees of various growth stages spilling over rolling hills. First Vice President, Hawthorne O'Rourke stood in for President Lou Copes who was out of state. Christine Strawn, Vice President of the Oregon Chapter of Operation Homefront, was the guest speaker. Christine explained that the recent deployment of National Guard Troops to Iraq was the largest deployment in Oregon's history and so Operation Homefront is committed to assisting a huge number of families of the deployed and she explained the many ways in which BCRW members can help.
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Benton GOP Represented in Philomath Frolic Parade, July 11, 2009

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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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2009 4th of July Pancake Breakfast

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The 2009 Benton County Republicans' annual 4th of July Pancake Breakfast was held in the parking lot at the NEW Republican Headquarters, 1760 SW 3rd St., in Corvallis, Oregon. It was a great way to start this Independence Day's celebrations. Wishing you all a wonderful 4th and thank you for having breakfast with us! Our thanks to all who helped prepare breakfast, including Jerry J. Jackson, Sr., candidate for Benton County Commissioner and to Sid Leiken, candidate for U.S. Congress in Oregon's 4th District, who attended with his lovely wife. We hope you all got to meet these fine candidates. Read More......

OFRW Day at the Legislature, May 21, 2009

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Like a 'sea of red,' 107 Republican Women moved through Oregon's Capitol, filling the galleries of the House and Senate in a crimson blaze giving the outnumbered GOP legislators the happy sense that 'they were not alone.' Read More......

Armed Forces Day & Flag Rally & Refreshments, May 16, 2009

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The Oregon Chapter of Operation Homefront sponsored the 2009 Armed Forces Day Tribute and Flag Rally at 11:00 a.m. in front of the National Guard Armory, 1100 NW Kings Blvd. in Corvallis, Oregon. The Benton County Republican Women provided finger food and beverages. The rally was non-partisan and open to all who wished to participate in honoring the wonderful men and women of the United States Armed Forces. Read More......

OFCR's State Convention Dinner, April 25, 2009

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The Oregon Federation of College Republicans State Convention kick-off dinner was held Saturday, April 25th in the McKenzie Conference Center at Salbasgeon Suites in Corvallis. Read More......

Corvallis TEA Party I, April 15, 2009 (non-partisan event)

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On Tax Day, citizens gathered to make their concerns know and voices heard concerning government over-spending, corporate bailouts and mounting debt which is being placed on the shoulders of younger and future generations. Tea Parties were held across the nation as a grassroots movement of solidarity which easily crossed party lines. Read More......

Lincoln & Oregon Birthday Celebration Dinner, March 14, 2009

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This year the Benton County Republican Women helped with the 2009 celebration of President Abraham Lincoln's 200th Birthday and Oregon's 150th Anniversary of Statehood. A dinner and benefit auction was held on March 14th by the Linn and Benton County Republicans at Teen Challenge in Shedd, Oregon. U.S. Representative Greg Walden was the main speaker, State Representative Andy Olson served as Master of Ceremonies and Reece Hrizuk was the auctioneer. We thank our guests for joining us for this very special evening. Also, our thanks to all at Teen Challenge for their part in making this event a joy. Read More......

Republican Float in Albany's Veterans Day Parade, Nov. 11, 2008

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The Benton County and Linn County Republicans participated in Albany's annual Veterans Day Parade on November 11th. This years' theme was "Land of the Free - Home of the Brave" and it is always our pleasure to honor our Veterans on this special day. The Benton County Republican Women designed the float and made buttons to pass out to veterans and children. Read More......

Benton County Republican Picnic, August 13, 2008

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The Benton County Republican Central Committee's annual Republican Picnic was held on Wednesday, August 13, 2008 at the beautiful farm of Les and Margaret Wheeler on Kiger Island in Corvallis, Oregon. What a wonderful evening! Our gratitude to the Wheeler's to Bill and Faye Fryer for chairing the event, to Sandy and Lynda McHenry for the fabulous barbecue and to all the volunteers who helped. Linn County Republicans joined us and we hope this is the start of many future joint events. Read More......

2008 Republican Booths at the Benton County Fair

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The Benton County Republicans had a great location for two booths this year to promote both the local party and our Republican candidates for the 2008 election. The Fair ran from July 29th through August 2nd. Friday was BCRW's day to man the booth, though we thank our PCP's, Volunteers and Republican Women for covering the booths throughout the Fair. Read More......

Benton County Republicans' float entry in the Philomath Frolic Parade, July 12, 2008

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The Benton County Republicans cheered on Republican candidates and encouraged voters to vote "Republican" from their float entry in the Philomath Frolic Parade on July 12, 2008 in Philomath, Oregon. The Benton GOP played a supporting role for Representative Andy Olson, who walked the parade route passing out candy. Bob and Linda Bartcher were so kind to pull the float. Reece Hrizuk and Graham Hay walked with Rep. Olson. Riders were Birdie Reetz, John Detweiler, Shirley Douglas, Sandra Hickey, Dale Clark (President of Operation Homefront Oregon), PJ Hunter, Stella Guenther and her grandsons, Jace, Derrick and Ryan. Decorators were Stella Guenther, Sandra Hickey, Linda Bartcher and PJ Hunter.
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Benton County Republican Central Committees' 2008 4th of July Pancake Breakfast and Yard Sale

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The Benton County Republican Central Committee put on its annual 4th of July Pancake Breakfast and Yard Sale for 2008 in the parking lot at Republican Headquarters. This popular event is a fundraiser for the Benton GOP and it is lots of fun and a great way to start Independence Day! Our thanks to Gene Klingler, who chaired the event, to all who helped Gene make this celebration a wonderful success, and a special thanks to all our guests.

Congratulations to Joan Wood, winner of the "Patriotic Quilt Drawing," offered by the BCRW as a fundraiser! The quilt was handcrafted under the direction of accomplished quiter, Dr. Juanita Lamley.
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OFRW District IV Meeting, June 21, 2008

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On Saturday, June 21, 2008 the Oregon Federation of Republican Women held their District IV Director's Meeting at the Eola Inn Restaurant which is nestled on the bank of the Willamette River at what is known as Eola Bend. Vi MacDonald, District IV Director, conducted the meeting with OFRW President, Joyce Waggoner present. Andrew Over, Executive Director of the Oregon Republican Party was the main speaker. Mason Harrison, Oregon Campaign Chair for Sen. John McCain, also spoke briefly saying that Oregon is "in play," and we will see a very active and committed McCain campaign. The Clubs of District IV are: Benton County Republican Women, Capitol City Republican Women, Linn County Republican Women and Polk County Republican Women Read More......

OFRW "Day at the Capitol," May 16, 2008

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Friday, May 16, 2008 - The Oregon Federation of Republican Women held their "Day at the Capitol" with a number of County RW Clubs attending. Jeff Kropf, former Legislator, talk radio host and activist with Americans for Prosperity conducted a grassroots training session and presented information from AFP. During the luncheon Rep. Andy Olson, Rep. Bruce Hanna and Sen. Jackie Winters spoke and held a Q&A session. Mike Erickson, candidate for U.S. Congress, District 5, also spoke. A tour of the Capitol followed and then the group participated in an afternoon workshop. Rob Kremer, lobbyist for Charter Schools gave a talk on “How to Lobby and How to Testify” before legislative committees and; Kevin Mannix, experienced bill writer, presented “How to Write an Initiative.” After adjournment, pictures were taken on the Capitol steps. Read More......

Armed Forces Day Rally & Refreshments, May 17, 2008

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On Saturday, May 17, 2008, The Oregon Chapter of Operation Homefront sponsored a "Support the Troops" Flag Rally in front of the Oregon National Guard Armory on Kings Blvd., in Corvallis. The Benton County Republican Women provided cookies, brownies and snacks which we were thrilled to share with our wonderful National Guard Troops. Read More......