ON THE EDGE

D-H motorcycle crew reports on their journey

The Democrat-Herald's Steve Lundeberg and David Patton are three days into their week-long motorcycle journey around the perimeter of the state.

Lundeberg says one of the highlights so far has been Cape Blanco, which he says is "unbelievably windy but really, really beautiful," and he thinks it's the most western point in Oregon.

He says they went to the hard-to-find memorial commemorating the spot where six people were killed by a Japanese balloon bomb in World War II near Bly. It's about halfway between Klamath Falls and Lakeview, up in the woods in the mountains. "It was pretty cool to actually be able to find that," he says.

They packed up camp in Lakeview this morning, and are heading to a ranch in Jordan Valley today.

You can follow their journey online at www.democratherald.com/ontheedge. Look for a series of stories and photos next week in the print edition of the Democrat-Herald.

ALBANY

Vendors sought for Crazy Days flea market

The Albany Downtown Association will sponsor a downtown flea market during the Crazy Days celebration July 13-14. The market will be on Ferry Street between First and Second avenues.

The cost is $30 for a 10-foot space for the two-day event, with all funds going to pay for advertising and other expenses. Security will be provided overnight Friday for vendors who leave their booths in place.

The flea market offers a spot for anyone with garage-sale-type items but no other place to sell them.

For more information, contact the downtown association at 928-2469.

JEFFERSON

Kids invited on top secret reading adventure

Jefferson Public Library presents "Top Secret, A Reading Adventure that Takes You Around the World," at 11 a.m. July 12 at the Greater Jefferson Community Center. Kids are invited to join "Secret Agent" Curt Nelson as he takes them on an amazing mission solving clues that lead to tons of fun.

This program takes a subject that kids find irresistible - secret agents and spy gadgets - and combines it with magic, puppets and a cute bunny rabbit.

Children who have signed up for the Summer Reading Program and bring their reading folder will receive a special reward.

For more information, call (541) 327-3826.

LEBANON

Habitat for Humanity to dedicate its 8th home

Lebanon Area Habitat for Humanity will dedicate its eighth home in a ceremony at 10 a.m. Saturday, July 14. The home, at 2850 S. 12th St., is owned by Jamie Davis and her two sons.

The public is invited to come to the dedication, to get more information about the Lebanon Habitat affiliate, and see the quality construction of the home.

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