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2A Daily News – Wednesday, May 25, 2011 Community people&events Eirish graduates Elsa Martinez-Bautista You Matter Let me just say, and many of you will understand when I do, that Elsa Martinez-Bautista is the whole enchilada, pun intended. Elsa is truly an inspiring person to me. She has been on my mind for a long time and the truth of the matter is that I had a hard time honing in on what I wanted to highlight about her. You see, Elsa is that well rounded type of women who lives her life so well that you can’t help but be awestruck about her. I have often said that the You Matter series is a divine interven- tion of God working through me to tell others that they matter. Every- one matters for something and I have the privilege to point out the obvious to unsuspecting people who live in or near our communi- ty. Now it is Elsa’s turn. Courtesy photo Buddy Eirish, Sacramento, and Donna Eirish, Los Molinos, are proud to announce the graduation of their daughter, Jennifer Eirish, from Chico State University. A Red Bluff High School graduate, Jennifer achieved the Dean's List and graduated with honors. She earned her Bachelor of Science Degree in psychology with a focus on women’s studies, and a minor in sociology. Jennifer is a member of Psi Chi Honor Soci- ety and Golden Key International Honor Society. She received her diploma at the May 22 Commencement with her two young sons, Jonathan Reid and Brennen Edward, watching from the audience. Also attending from Bend, Ore., were her grandmother, Mary Winter, and her Aunt Diane and Uncle Dennis Chapman. SECRET WITNESS 529-1268 A program of Tehama County Neighborhood Watch Program, Inc. Setting it straight –––––––– It is the policy of the Daily News to correct as quickly as possible all errors in fact that have been published in the newspaper. If you feel a factual error has been made in a news story, call the news department at 527-2153. I could tell you that Elsa mat- ters because she fiercely loves her family. I could tell you that Elsa matters because she is the best enchilada and salsa maker that ever was. I could tell you that Elsa matters because she has amazing life-long friendships that sustain her and make her an example of how to be a friend. I could espouse about Elsa’s community focus and how she is often involved in the communi- ty to support anyone and everyone. Maybe I should tell you about how Elsa lives a life that is focused on other people and their success, even at the expense of her own happi- ness and convenience. Every single one of the reasons I listed is a col- umn unto itself. Many of you live just like Elsa, but some of you reading don’t. Sometimes other people need examples like Elsa to give them a road map of how to behave. Faydra Rector Elsa matters because she is a kind spirit in a world where a lot of people have forgotten that kind- ness is the ambassador of love. Elsa exudes selflessness. Whether she is making dozens of enchila- da’s for the community, a benefit or for friends. Whether she is organizing and participating in a community event or whether she is posting yet another inspirational statement on Facebook; she is kind. Elsa faces struggles and challenges, yet she always chooses the high road. Elsa feels pain, has experienced life’s setbacks, yet she always chooses to look at the bright side. It is a con- scious effort to choose the good over the bad. Be like Elsa. Be kind You Matter when faced with hate. Find a niche in life where you can be suc- cessful. Give back to the community you live in. Inspire others with the way you live. Faydra Rector, MA is a mental health administrator, author, public speaker, educator and life coach who lives in Red Bluff. She can be reached at lifecoach@shasta.com or view her blogs at http://faydraand- company.blogspot.com/ and http://allaboutdivorce.blogspot.com/. Soroptimists hold awards ceremony The Soroptimist Inter- national of Red Bluff recently held its annual awards ceremony honor- ing women, girls and a business that supports the efforts of the local group to “help women and girls locally and around the world.” The evening was enjoyed by more than 60 members. The Violet Richard- D NEWSAILY HOW TO REACH US RED BLUFF TEHAMACOUNTY THE VOICE OF TEHAMA COUNTY SINCE 1885 VOLUME 126, NUMBER 158 On the Web: www.redbluffdailynews.com MAIN OFFICE: Monday-Friday, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Main Phone (530) 527-2151 Outside area 800-479-6397 545 Diamond Ave. Red Bluff, CA 96080 ______________________ Fax: (530) 527-5774 ______________________ Mail: Red Bluff Daily News P.O. 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Bantam Hen And Her Little Quail Attract Attention The Bantam hen and the 19 little quail she hatched recently on Harry E. Williams farm in the Antelope section, two miles east of Red Bluff, are on exhibit in the window of the Combs store on Main street. The foster mother and the cute birds in her charge are attracting considerable attention. — Daily News, May 25, 1921 FREE CONCERT! THE NELONS - Southern Gospel at it’s very best! - Wonderful for entire family - Invite friends and family Offering will be taken THE MOST REQUESTED gospel family travels all over the U.S. - has multiple awards, recordings etc. Has been apart of the Gaither Homecoming tours Opener: Forgiven Sunday, May 29th 6:30 p.m. 1005 So. Jackson St., Red Bluff First Church of God Love son Award honoring a young lady for her vol- unteer efforts was pre- sented by Jean Shack- elford to Erin Eicholtz for her many activities. Academic Scholar- ships were award to Ashiah Scharaga and Austin Shilts of Red Bluff High, Ryan Howell of Corning High and Mary Hurton from Anderson Christian School. Presentations were made by Bobie Hughes and Becky Eust- ed. Mary Alice George presented the Darliene Lundberg Award to Ash- ley Martin whose par- ents Darlene and John Martin accepted the award. The Ruby Award (formerly Women Help- ing Women) was pre- sented to Patty Bourne, volunteer at the St Eliza- beth Community Hospi- tal. Nancy Shilts pre- sented a check to Richard Bourne, who in turn presented it to Emily Westhal of Girls Inc. Courtesy photo Soroptimist International of Red Bluff Award Banquet recipients pic- tured back row: Austin Shilts, Red Bluff High Scholarship; Zack Whit- ten, President’s Project-Whittenberg School; M&M Ranch House- Business of the Year- Jordan, Mikel, Mike Marsh. Middle: Erin Eicholtz-Violet Richardson Award; John Martin standing in for Ash- ley Martin-Darliene Lundberg Award; Ryan Howell-Corning High Scholarship; Richard Bourne standing in for Patty Bourne-Ruby Award; Mary Hurton-American Christian Academy-Scholarship; Heidi Baldwin-Women Opportunity Award; Emily Westhal-Girl‚s Inc. Front row: Noah Baldwin; Ashiah Scharaga-Red Bluff High Scholarship; Brandon, Zackery, Emily Marsh and Ryker Trejo. Rose Hablitzel hon- ored Heidi Baldwin with the Women’s Opportuni- ty Award. Bev Ross had the honor to present M &M Ranch House with the Business of the Year Award, for its ongoing support of the Soropti- mist mission. Most of the family was able to Lassen View art auction Courtesy photo Lassen View School will host its annual Open House 5:30-7:30 p.m. Thursday, May 26, along with its first ever silent art auction. The artwork pictured was created by kinder- garten students and their teachers. All pro- ceeds benefit the Lassen View Library. attend the event. The local club mem- bers selected one of their own to honor and Presi- dent Vici Miranda sur- prised Kathleen Rook with that award. A monetary donation was provided to the Whittenberg School by Miranda, as the selected President’s Project. For more information about Soroptimist Inter- national of Red Bluff you can visit www.soroptimist.org. To learn more about the local group you can contact Vici Miranda at siredbluffclub@yahoo.c om or the club at PO Box 962, Red Bluff, CA, 96080.