A Mountlake Terrace High School student has been selected to play with the Gibson-Baldwin Grammy Jazz Band in Hollywood the first week in February.

James Rothenberger, a senior at Mountlake Terrace’s Renaissance School, will play lead trumpet for the band.

Students from around the country auditioned for the Grammy High School Jazz Ensembles, and those selected get to attend the Grammy Awards ceremony Feb. 8 in Hollywood.

The 18-member jazz band and a seven-member jazz choir will perform at a reception following the awards, at several other venues in Hollywood and at schools in the Hollywood area.

Catholic Community Services thanks everyone who helped make the holidays brighter for those in need.

Sharon Paskewitz, chief of staff, said the agency’s 2003 Holiday Giving Project served 1,882 children, 364 families and 707 seniors and people with disabilities.

The Pacific Northwest is looking at some average winter weather ahead, forecasters say.

The 90-day forecast for February, March and April indicates that the region can expect near normal temperatures. However, forecasters predict above average rainfall.

The annual Tri-County Cattlemen’s Winterschool and Trade Show begins at 8 a.m. Feb. 7 at Skagit Valley College in Mount Vernon.

Commercial exhibitors, agencies and breed organizations will answer questions and show new products and programs designed to enhance meat production.

A prime-rib buffet luncheon is included in the price of admission. For ticket information, call Del Fox Meats at 360-629-3723.

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