NEWS & NOTES

New physician: Dr. Antoine Sayegh is the newest physician in The Corvallis Clinic Oncology and Hematology Department, joining Dr. Vicky Lee and Dr. Martin Majer. He replaces Dr. Stephen Neville, who retired April 3. Dr. Sayegh comes from the Sacramento Center for Hematology and Medical Oncology, where he worked since 1993. He completed a fellowship in hematology and medical oncology at Hershey University Hospital, Pennsylvania State University in 1986, and a fellowship in bone marrow transplantation at Vancouver General Hospital at the University of British Columbia in 1993. Dr. Sayegh completed his residency and internship in internal medicine at Atlantic City Medical Center in 1983. He received his medical degree from Aleppo University School of Medicine in Aleppo, Syria, in 1979. Dr. Sayegh is board certified in medical oncology, hematology and internal medicine.

The Corvallis Clinic's board-certified medical oncologists serve patients in Benton, Linn and Lincoln counties, including the Clinic's Albany office at 1705 Waverly Drive S.E. For more information, call (541) 754-1256.

Manager promoted: Washington Federal Savings has named Albany branch manager Stacy Hart the Western Oregon Manager of Commercial Estate Lending, announced Roy Whitehead, company president and CEO. Hart, who has 29 years banking experience, attended the University of Oregon. She has managed the Albany branch for the past nine years and prior to that spent five years as manager of Washington Federal's Hillsboro office.

Washington Federal has 150 offices in eight states and specializes in residential real estate lending.

New Oregon operation: The Residential Power Systems Division of the SunWize Technologies Distributed Power Group has expanded its operations into Oregon. The first branch will be located in Philomath and serve the Interstate 5 corridor between Eugene and Portland. The Philomath office will focus on residential projects. Dave and Heidi Eveland, with over five years of experience in the Oregon solar market, will operate the business.

SunWize is offering a limited-time discount for residential customers purchasing a solar electric system in April. Information and a free site evaluation can be obtained by calling the Philomath office at (541) 929-9999.

Blue Distinction: In recognition of its demonstrated commitment to quality care and better overall outcomes for cardiac patients, the Samaritan Heart & Vascular Institute has been awarded the Blue Distinction for Cardiac Care. The facility met stringent clinical criteria, developed in collaboration with expert physicians' and medical organizations' recommendations, including the American College of Cardiology and the Society of Thoracic Surgeons. Samaritan Heart & Vascular Institute provides a full range of cardiac care services, including inpatient cardiac care, cardiac rehabilitation, cardiac catheterization and cardiac surgery (including coronary artery bypass graft surgery).

BUSINESS CALENDAR

April 14: "Doing Business In a Bad Economy," presented by Linn-Benton Employer Council. Speaker: Jennifer Germundson. Time: 8:30 a.m. to noon. Location: Central Willamette Community Credit Union, 7101 Supra Drive S.W., Albany. Overview of what business leaders need to know about downsizing, pay cuts, reducing hours and other information employers need to protect their business. Info: Greg Ivers, (541) 967-2171, ext. 264.

April 14: "Money Sense For Women -

Session 2: Insurance Basics, Are You Covered?" Time: 5:30 to 7 p.m. Location: OSU Federal Financial Center, 1980 N.W. Ninth St., Corvallis. Cost: $10 workbook fee. Info: Anissa at (541) 714-4093 or anissa@osufederal.com.

April 14: Linn Soil and Water Conservation District public meeting. Time: 7 p.m. Location: 33935 Highway 99 E., Suite C, Tangent. Info: (541) 926-2483.

April 21: "Getting Into Business," presented by Business Enterprise Center. Time: 9 a.m. to noon. Location: Business Enterprise Center, 1965 S.W. Airport Ave. Cost: $10. Info: Barb Sloan at (541) 758-4009 or thebec@thebec.com.

April 21: Lebanon Area Chamber of Commerce 2009 Business Expo. Time: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Location: The River Center, 3000 S. Santiam Highway, Lebanon. Free to the public. Info: (541) 258-7164.

April 21: Albany Area Chamber of Commerce Business After Hours. Time: 5:15-7 p.m. Location: Central Willamette Community Credit Union Administrative office, 7101 Supra Drive S.W., Albany. Cost: $6 pre-registered members; $7 members at the door; $10 non-members. Info: Call (541) 926-1517.

April 21: "Money Sense For Women - Session 3: Investing Basics". Time: 5:30-7 p.m. Location: OSU Federal Financial Center, 1980 N.W. Ninth St., Corvallis. Info: Call Anissa (541) 714-4093 or email to anissa@osufederal.com.

April 22: CASA of Linn County hosted luncheon. Time: noon-1 p.m. Location: Linn County Fair & Expo Center, 3700 Knox Butte Road, Albany. Sponsored by Northwest Natural. Info: Call (541) 926-2651.

April 22: Albany-Millersburg Economic Development Corporation: "Starting, Managing or Expanding Your Business in Tight Times". Presenter: John Pascone, AMEDC president. Time: 3:30-5 p.m. Location: Albany Area Chamber of Commerce, 431 First Ave. W. RSVP requested. Info: Call (541) 926-1517.

April 22: Sweet Home Chamber of Commerce After Hours. Time: 5:30-7 p.m. Location: Les Schwab, 1707 Main St., Sweet Home. Info: Call (541) 367-6186.

April 23: "Getting Into Business" presented by Business Enterprise Center. Time: 6-9 p.m. Location: Business Enterprise Center, 1965 S.W. Airport Ave. Cost: $10. Info: Barb Sloan at (541) 758-4009 or email at thebec@thebec.com.

April 23: "Helping Kids Succeed" luncheon. Time: 8:30 a.m.-3 p.m. Location: Oregon State University Alumni Center, 725 S.W. 26th St., Corvallis. Luncheon and vendor fair open to communities in Linn and Benton counties.

April 23: A live broadcast of "Town Hall for Hope", presented by Abundant Life Center of Jefferson. A nation-wide live broadcast about the economy, recession and other subjects hosted by Dave Ramsey. Time: 7 p.m. Location: Abundant Life Center, 835 N. Second St., Jefferson. Childcare will be provided. Info: Call Susan at (541) 327-3337, ext. 237.

April 24-26 & May 1-3: "Wildland Firefighting" offered by Linn-Benton Community College Business and Employer Services. Time: 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Location: LBCC main campus, 6500 Pacific Blvd. S.W., Albany. Class size is limited. Participants must be 18 or older, in good physical condition and have 2 forms of government-issued identification. Cost: $275. Info: Call (541) 917-4923.

April 25: Traffic Control Flagger Certification. Time: 8 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Location: LBCC College Center Boardroom, 6500 Pacific Blvd. S.W., Albany. Completion of course along with meeting all requirements certifies students to flag traffic in Oregon, Idaho, Montana and Washington. Cost: $80 (includes materials). Info: Call (541) 917-4923.

April 25: Procession of Species Celebration and Michael Stern Family Concert. Time: Parade at 11 a.m.; Concert at 12:30 p.m. Location: Parade through Downtown Albany; Concert at Albany Senior Center. Parade through downtown Albany. Info: Contact www.mikesongs.net or Albany procession.wordpress.com.

April 25-26: 2009 Oregon Ag Fest featuring Trade, Craft and Garden Show. Time: 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m., both days. Location: Oregon State Fairgrounds in Salem. Info: Michele Ruby at (503) 550-4765, or online at www.oragfest.com.

April 28: "Cash is King: Understanding & Improving Cash Flow". Presenter: Alan Fudge, Director of LBCC Small Business Development Center. Time: Noon-1:30 p.m. Location: Albany Area Chamber of Commerce, 435 First Ave. W., Albany. Cost: $10 for chamber members; $20 for non-members. Cost includes refreshments & light lunch. Info: Call (541) 926-1517.

April 28: "Money Sense For Women - Session 2: Investing For Retirement". Time: 5:30-7 p.m. Location: OSU Federal Financial Center, 1980 N.W. Ninth St., Corvallis. Info: Call Anissa (541) 714-4093 or email to anissa@osufederal.com.

April 29: Albany Area Chamber of Commerce Membership Forum Luncheon: "The Impact of U.S. Treasury Programs on Oregon Banks", sponsored by Citizen's Bank. Speaker: Linda Navarro, President and CEO, Oregon Banker's Association. Time: 11:30 a.m. -1 p.m. Location: Linn County Fair & Expo Center, 3700 Knox Butte Rd. Cost: $13 for pre-registered members; $15 members at the door; $17 guests. Pre-registration deadline is April 24. Info: Call (541) 926-1517.

April 30: "PYI: Protecting Your Investment" presented by Mid-Willamette Valley Investment Networking Group. Speaker: Bob Loewen, City of Corvallis Housing Programs Specialist. Time: 7-9 p.m. Location: Keller Williams Realty Mid Willamette Valley, 815 N.W. Ninth Street, Suite L-195, Corvallis. Info: Call (541) 766-0262.

May 5: "Money Sense For Women - Session 2: Planning For Future Life Events". Time: 5:30-7 p.m. Location: OSU Federal Financial Center, 1980 N.W. Ninth St., Corvallis. Info: Call Anissa (541) 714-4093 or email to anissa@osufederal.com.

May 7: Town Hall 2009: "Prosperity That Fits". Speaker: Dr. Robert Young, University of Oregon. Time: 5:30-8 p.m. Location: CH2M Hill Alumni Center Ballroom, 725 W.W. 26th St., Corvallis. Discussion on sustainable cities. Free to the public. Info: Contact www.prosperitythatfits.us.

May 12: Linn Soil and Water Conservation District public meeting. Time: 7 p.m. Location: 33935 Hwy 99 E., Suite C, Tangent. Info: Call (541) 926-2483.

May 14: Willamette Angel Conference for investors. Keynote Speaker: Dave Hersch, CEO of Jive Software. Time: 7:30 a.m.-6 p.m. Location: Oregon State University, CH2M Hill Alumni Center, Corvallis. Cost: Student registration $75; Regular registration $199. Info: Online at www.willametteconference.com.

June 5: Albany Area Chamber of Commerce 2009 Wah Chang Golf Tournament. Time: Shotgun start at 7 a.m. Location: Spring Hill Country Club. Cost: $125 per person/$625 per team before May 15; $135 per person/$675 per team after May 15. Info: Call (541) 926-1517.

June 10: Sweet Home Chamber of Commerce After Hours. Time: 5:30-7 p.m. Location: Edgewater RV Resort, 1400 60th Ave., Sweet Home. Info: Call (541) 367-6186.

June 22-27: "Wildland Firefighting" offered by Linn-Benton Community College Business and Employer Services. Time: 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Location: LBCC main campus, 6500 Pacific Blvd. S.W., Albany. Class size is limited. Participants must be 18 or older, in good physical condition and have 2 forms of government-issued identification. Cost: $275. Info: Call (541) 917-4923.