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By Tuesday, the Foley Ridge Fire east of McKenzie Bridge had been mapped at approximately 437 acres, with most of the fire activity along the western edge of Foley Ridge.

Officials reported aerial infrared mapping with drones showed the fire’s ridges holding well, with minimal remaining heat. The overall strategy, they report is to “box in” the fire using dozer lines, existing roads, and fuel breaks.

“The first time people wear up-down glasses they careen into walls and tables. But eventually their brain adjusts to life in a topsy-turvy world.” That advice from Wayne and Tamara Mitchell is in this Week’s Direct Answers.

They also advised another woman that people “shouldn’t fear reality. We should fear the illusions we try to maintain in the face of reality.”

A Chevy with a Hemi? Learn more about the transformation by longtime car enthusiast Bud Johnson – who proves that with enough creativity, patience, and welding skills, even the most worn-out or burned-up vehicle can be brought back to life.

People got to see the result of that kind of dedication at this year’s Celebration at the McKenzie Community Track.