Author: paulinemasson

By: Pauline Masson – A two-story white frame house once occupied the spot where Bank of America (soon to open new Pacific Post Office) now stands on St. Louis Street. It had crisp shutters, a front porch with a second-story balcony that was supported by six square beams, a railing and a door that opened onto it. For some reason (that I have not uncovered) the house was named the Blue Goose and was later considered by the grandchildren of … Continue reading “The Blue Goose / Lost Landmark Remembered”

By Pauline Masson –  Ward Two Alderman James Cleeve took on the Pacific Partnership over comments organization leaders made at the Dec. 19 board of aldermen (BOA) meeting. Speaking at the Jan. 2 BOA meeting, Cleeve said he felt like he took a beating from the Partnership on Dec.19 and he was not happy about it. “But I just sat here and kept my mouth shut, like a good little boy,” he said. With time to think it over, he … Continue reading “Cleeve Takes On the Pacific Partnership Over Contract Comments – No More Good Little Boy”

After 24 Years of Success On Two Fronts the Pacific Partnership Wants a New Deal ______________________________________________________________________________________________________ By Pauline Masson –  After 24 years of luring new businesses to the old downtown business district and welcoming big crowds to outdoor events, the Pacific Partnership rejected a new contract with the City of Pacific, leaving many observers to question what is it all about. In an email message to the City, Josh Sachs, Partnership president said the group wanted to cancel the … Continue reading “What In the World Is the Pacific Partnership – City of Pacific Disconnect All About?”

By Pauline Masson –  Alderman Scott Lesh lashed out at City Administrator Harold Selby threatening to fire him during a discussion on city employee pay raises at a strained board of aldermen (BOA) meeting last Tuesday. The measure had received preliminary approval Dec. 5 in a 3-3 split vote. Lesh, James Cleeve and Debbie Kelley opposed the raises. Aldermen Rafael Madrigal, Anna Meadows and Rick Presley voted in favor of the measure. Mayor Heather Filley broke the tie to approve … Continue reading “Aldermen Derail Then Approve Ordinance to Raise City Employee Pay – Lesh Lashes Out”

By Pauline Masson – Nine times a year the Pacific Partnership and what ever volunteers they can round up, promote and conduct a familiar series of outdoor events. These are the parades, pageants, music shows, car show and rodeo that entice residents out of doors to mix with friends and acquaintances and enjoy the rites of the seasons. The Pacific Partnership and its volunteers hosted nine outdoor events in the city in 2023 –  the St. Patrick’s Day Parade, four … Continue reading “Public Events Take Center Stage as Pacific Partnership Recognizes Workers Who Help Make it Happen”

By Pauline Masson –  In Pacific the holiday season always brings a feel good tradition of offering a special community Thank You, to individuals who helped shape the community this year – and in some cases for many past years. The folksy recognition pageant takes place during the Pacific Area Chamber of Commerce and Pacific Partnership Christmas gathering, which was held at the Pacific Eagles December 13. This annual celebration dates back more than twenty years. When Ed Hillhouse was … Continue reading “Popular Pacific Holiday Tradition – Accolades to Indiviuals Who Shape the Community”

By Pauline Masson – If you are one of those people that lets name dropping get on your nerves, don’t read this. I’m just having a bout of Christmas memories that toggles between, silent movies, symphony concerts and famous and near famous that I’ve rubbed elbows with. And I wanted to write it down before I forget. What triggered this absolute kaleidoscope of nostalgic moments was an announcement in the New York Times that for three consecutive nights, December 20-22, … Continue reading “Silent Movies Concerts and Real Life Celebrities Create a Jumble of Christmas Memories”

By Pauline Masson –   Aldermen disagreed in an even 3-3 split on whether all city workers should get a pay raise beginning in January 2024. Mayor Filley broke the tie in favor of giving the raises. With City Hall audio system not working for the Dec. 5 board meeting, residents had to wait until Saturday, Dec. 9 to hear the discussion as aldermen considered whether to even read the bill to grant a ten percent pay increase for city … Continue reading “In 3-3 Vote Aldermen Disagree On City Worker Pay Raises – Mayor Breaks Tie In Favor Of Employees”

By Pauline Masson –  Aldermen are set to act on Tuesday on an ordinance that if approved would give across the board pay raises to all city employees.  It’s worth paying attention to, City Administrator Harold Selby says, because it would help the city fill a number of vacancies where employees have left City of Pacific jobs for higher pay in other cities. The most crucial example is the 911 dispatch desk, which currently has only three employes. “And they … Continue reading “Selby Calls For Pay Raises For All City Employees – Says “We Have to Keep Our Departments Manned””

By Pauline Masson –  A neon sign that once lured travelers to a roadside tourist court keeps the adventure of early Route 66 alive in Pacific. For more than 40 years, the tall blinking neon sign invited travelers on the new Route 66 to stop overnight in one of The Beacon Court’s “tastefully decorated cottages.”  When it opened in 1946, Beacon Court, located two miles east of Pacific, had ten units. By this time it closed in the 1980s it … Continue reading “BEACON Sign – Lured Motorists to Former Tourist Court – Now Preserves Segment of Rt 66 History”