Our centerpiece story this week centered around Nolan Gorman, a Redmond High senior who had his dreams of a military career dashed by his peanut allergy. Gorman has long been driven to attending the Air Force Academy, but after an initial acceptance, he found his entry into the prestigious academy rescinded. Read the story to read about the difficult news leveled on Nolan, and how he has already planned a new route to success.

We had a huge turnout on Friday at Redmond’s only candidate forum on the county commissioner race. Thanks to all who showed up and listened and asked questions. We’ll have a recap in next week’s paper.  

That May primary election coming up fast in Oregon. Keep an eye on our opinion page as letters and columns come in with reasons why to support or opposes specific measures and candidates. Election season is always a vibrant time for the editorial page. 

If you are looking for something to do this weekend, check this out. The free compost and workshops will make you a better recycler. 

Here’s a sneak peak at Negus Transfer Station, which is set to re-open in Redmond next month. And did you miss the note that Sara Johnson is taking over at the Redmond-based High Desert Education Service District? Read about her here. 

You’ve probably shopped at Nolan Town Center a thousand times (or stopped for quick Big Mac or cappuccino), but did you know where the name comes from? The shopping center was once a beautiful farm house that got nearly swallowed up by the expanding holiday. Read about the World War II hero that lived there.

Speaking of World War II heroes, some of them are still with us. August Souza celebrated his 100th birthday last week in Redmond. Souza landed in Normandy just days after D-Day, and fought all the way to Germany. He worked as a tuna fisherman and at Sears, and did 100 pushups a day until he was 97. The key to a long life!

Quote of the Week

“We talk a lot about resiliency and making the most about our opportunities … being adaptable. Nolan is excellent at that. I have absolutely no doubt that he’s going to be successful and find a new way.”

— Redmond High principal Audrey Haugan

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— Tim Trainor is editor of the Redmond Spokesman.