October 07th, 2025

Dessert Auction raises $4,200 for Linn Dems

​More than 50 people turned out for the 2025 Linn County Democrats' Cookout and Dessert Auction on Sept. 14 at Santiam Place Wedding & Event Hall in Lebanon. Cindy Bethell had the evening's high bid of $300 for Nichole Case's Triple Berry Pie entry. After posing with Nichole and the pie, Cindy quickly served it up to anyone who wanted a slice. State Sen. Sara Gelser Blouin baked two of the more than 20 desserts that were auctioned off:  A "decadent coconut cake" and a Berry Blush cake. The auction, which is the biggest annual fundraiser for the Linn County Dems, brought in about $4,200. Thanks to everyone who baked and contributed the desserts and to those who organized the event and made it a fun evening.