The Castlegar Sun Wednesday, July 6, 1994 ican help you with all your advertising needs — — BIG or small! REMEMBER — it's easier to work with someone you know. Project Accompaniment sends volunteer to Guatemala Submitted The West Kootenay region is making in Guatemala, when, on July 1, it sent off its first volun- teer, local resident Valerie Huff, with Project Accompaniment. in response to the Guatemalan refugee in Mexico's request for international accompaniment as they attempted to return to Guatemala in a peaceful ad about to make a small, but sig- organized way. nificant contribution to peace- This unique Canadian grass- roots organization was created Cathy Ross ea ey Sales ‘The copasre Counsellor INVENTO BIKES FOOTWEAR CLOTHING LIQUIDATION *SKATES SKIS *“HOCKEY EQUIPMENT BOOTS BALL EQUIPMENT BINDINGS *Trail & Castlegar Only . 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Her presence in the new communities may help to ensure that the agreements made between the returnees and the Guatemalan government will be respected by the mili- tary, thus allowing the people to go about the hard work of building their settlements in peace and some security. An emergency response net- work is being organized locally just in case the accords are vio- lated and the safety of Valerie or the returnees is threatened Valerie plans to keep in touch with the committee while she’s away, promising regular letters and some phone calls. In turn, the committee will distribute the letters out through its net- work in the region. As well, it’s hoped that the local media will be willing to publish at least some of the reports. Since the early 1980s, when military violence forced the Guatemalans to flee their homes into Mexican exile, West Kootenay individuals, church- es, unions and other groups have been actively finding ways to be supportive to the refugees. Over the years the region has sent delegations to the camps and to Guatemala, sponsored educational events, welcomed refugee families into various communities, purchased handi- crafts from Teardrop Crafts and helped to fund projects in 3h south. Valerie’s role with Pisject Accompaniment is viewed as a new and very positive next step in supporting the process of creating a more peaceful and just society in Guatemala. 365-2260 365-6739 Wednesday, July 6, 1994 The Castlegar Sun SHARLENE IMHOFF Sun Editor - A Slocan cowboy is living proof that dreams do come true. Gerald Conkin, 56, better known as Buckaroo. Jake Conkin, the Cowboy Poet, may be the latest Kootenay resident to hit the bright lights of a Hol- lywood movie set. The best part is, Conkin blends in so naturally with the set, since his cowboy lifestyle was partly reponsible for his casting in a new Lonesome Dove made-for- TV series. “I was travelling outside of Calgary when I heard about the casting call over one of the radio stations. I knew that if I didn’t seize the opportunity I'd really be making a big mistake.” So Conkin did seize the opportunity, along with more than 5,000 others, hopeful that they too would play the part of perhaps a sheriff, town banker, outlaw or good-guy. “People had been lined up since three or four in the morning. It was amazing.” Many are called, but few are chosen—forty, to be exact— also on the good side of Lady Luck. That's cowboy logic Buckaroo Jake Conkin evolves from poetry to movie script Buckaroo Jake Conkin His initial interview was posi- tive, and the casting crew soon knew that the likes and looks of Conkin are few and far between. So true to their word, Conkin received a call back a few weeks later, and was placed in front of the camera during the shoot of two big scenes, both of which are in the pilot production of the New series. “Tt was a real surprise. But I figure ths is just another evolu- tion for me,” sid the one-time school superintendent. “T really think the cowboy poetry I write and of course my own lifestyle, has been an advantage for me.” Set in the 1870s, taping is taking place in two fictional towns, the derelict town of Sweet Water, North Dakota and a town of comparable notoriety called Curtis Wells in the Mon- tana Territory. Conkin is now waiting to Treceive another call, telling him that his character of either a banker or a wayward cowboy is needed “If someone had told me ten years ago that I'd be having this experience, I'd say they were crazy.” In the meantime, Conkin is still writing poetry and hosting tours at his ranch. His book sales are doing better than ever, par- ticularly in the United States. On Sunday, July 3rd, 1994, Vince Santurbano- of Castlegar, B.C. passed away, at the age of 67. Vince Santurbano was born February 6, 1927 in Preturo, Italy. In 1948, he immigrated to Canada where he has since resided. He is survived by his wife, Shirley Santurbano of Castlegar, and his three sisters, one of Vancouver, one of Spain, and one of Argentina. Funeral services will be held at St. Rita's Catholic Church, Thursday, July 7th, 1994, 10:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory can be sent to the charity of your choice. Expect delays for intersection construction SUN STAFF It's finally happening—clearing and site preparation has begun for the Brilliant Intersection located at the junction of Robson Access Road and Highway 3A. It was originally planned that the intersection would be com- pleted at the sarhe time the Rob- son-Castlegar Bridge was completed, thereby allowing chip truck traffic to bypass downtown Castlegar. But delayed funding from BC 21 stopped interchange work before it had begun. That's all changed now. The saccessful bidder for the project, Tangier Contractors Lid., of Rev- elstoke, has already begun work on the intersection. Project Manager for the Min- @ Grizzly ciated ebagtruction ‘of the Robson-— istry of Transportation and High- ways, Rocky Vanlerberg said there will be delays of up to 20 minutes Monday through Friday, and requests public cooperation during construction. “Along with construction comes delays. Public coopera- tion was great, and much appre- throughout the ‘astlegar Bridge; I'd like to take this opportunity to thank the public, particularly the residents of both Robson and Castlegar. We certainly would appreciate continued public and cooperation regarding the traffic delays associated with the construction of the Brilliant intersection.” The delays began July 4 and will continue to Monday, Octo- Continued from 1A because of the bear's aggressive nature, Farynuk said he had no Choice but to shoot and kill the sow. “I wanted to scare it off, that was my intention. But it had already [the homeown- er’s) dog, it was acting aggres- sively and then it charged me. When it veered off towards a construction site where a number of workers were I knew I had to de: /“” paces in the 2800 block of 9th Avenue, Farynuk said the area was just too residential to attempt a tranquilizer. “If it had been in a rural area the situation might have been different.” Farynuk said it was the first time in about five years that a grizzly was found in Castlegar, though sightings have occurred Canada e Jeunesse World 5 Canada Youth Monde Canada World Youth, B.C. - Indonesia exchange in Castlegar. Wanted host families renumeration paid. Please Call 365-7043 PEATURING Upper Room Gift Shep 314-10th Ave. 365-2213 above the city. Farynuk said the incident is an isolated one and residents should not be concerned that a grizzly bear problem exists. The sow did not have a cub. ber 31, 1994. “Should the delay schedule require alter- ation, we will be certain to advise the public of such changes immediately,” assured Vanlerberg. Those traveling to the Castlegar Airport should allow themselves enough time Urquhart Meat Process Beef Prices Have Dropped recently to the lowest level in several years. Now is the best time to order a side of beef as prices are volatile. We can hold your side of beef until you are back from holidays and if necessary we will provide an innovative payment plan for you (O.A.C.) Call Today For Details Open Tuesday to Saturday 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Call 367-6661 to meet their flight schedule. As well, vehicles will no longer be able to park at the east end of the Brilliant Bridge as it is now part of the con- Struction sight. The Ministry is pursuing other options for a new park and ride location. 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