Ore. tax hike foes argue ballot unconstitutional Nov 14, 2009
SALEM (AP) Opponents of a $733 million tax increase aimed at corporations and wealthy Oregonians told a judge Thursday the process used to draft a pair of ballot titles is unconstitutional. Their attorney, John DiLorenzo, asked Marion County Circuit Judge Paul Lipscomb for a preliminary injunction to prevent Oregons secretary of state from using the pair of ballot titles for Measures 66 and 67, scheduled for a statewide vote on Jan. 26. (Ontario Argus Observer, OR)
Two killed, 14 injured in I-84 van rollover Nov 13, 2009
"These guys are grieving and cried all day."There are broken legs and bones, backs, ankles, elbows," he added.Associated Press Writers Judith Kohler in Denver, Jeff Barnard in Grants Pass, Ore., Brad Cain in Salem, Ore., and Steven DuBois in Portland contributed to this report. CONCERNED CITIZEN wrote on Nov 13, 2009 12:54 AM:" My prayers are with all involved, and all who love them. " Have something to say about this story? Submit it! The comments approved for posting aren't edited, and don't... (Longview Daily News, WA)
Is it better to spend money on schools, or on keeping criminals in prison longer? Nov 13, 2009
OH PLEASE wrote on Nov 12, 2009 2:55 AM:" Don't fill your arguements with "probably". The word "probably" in a letter here = I haven't got a clue. Please! Klamath has made it's decision long ago, prefering jails to schools. In easy to understand terms: We've built a new jail.... we've closed a bunch of schools and we have an annual cut-the-schools-cause-we can't-afford-it Festival. When have we ONCE cut jail funding for the same reason? Quit being hyprocrits. We are who we are, and we will never... (Klamath Falls Herald & News, OR)
Richard D. Dick Francis Nov 13, 2009
daughter, Kendra and Glen McCasland of Charleston; daughters, Dorothy Sims of Salem and Cindy and Matt Alumbaugh of Vashon Island, Wash. 14 grandchildren; several great-grandchildren; brothers, Larry Miller of Sutherlin, Mike Mueller of Glide and Pat Mueller of Roseburg; sisters, Jean Hadley of Bowie, Texas, Margie Collins of Rice Hill and Loretta VanCleve of Oatman of Ariz. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
Western places eight among GNAC academic all-stars Nov 13, 2009
43, Salem, OR) *Jaclyn Puga, Northwest Nazarene (Biology/Pre-Med, Jr., 3 ... 54, Salem, OR) *Alee Rowley, Western Oregon (Public Health, Sr., 3. (Wwuvikings.com)
Green transit Nov 12, 2009
This past year, the City Council in Salem, Mass. passed a host of regulations to deal with the rising pedicab industry, member Steven Pinto said. (USA Today)
Adrian man sent back to mental hospital Nov 12, 2009
At his arraignment hearing Sept. 15, his attorney filed a motion to send Holmes to the Oregon State Hospital in Salem for an examination to determine if he was mentally fit to proceed for a trial. Oct. 28, in a hearing at Malheur County Circuit Court, the evaluation from Oregon State Hospital was reviewed and it was determined Holmes was unable to aid and assist in his trial proceedings and he was ordered to return to the state hospital, Assistant Malheur County District Attorney Erin Landis... (Ontario Argus Observer, OR)
Northbound air service grant application to be discussedGrant could guarantee service for two years Nov 11, 2009
Klamath Falls Airport director Derek Martin is working with airport officials at the Salem Municipal Airport and Coos County Airport District to apply for a joint $1. 4 million grant that will guarantee air service from Klamath Falls and Coos Bay to Portland for two years and for new service between Salem and Seattle. (Klamath Falls Herald & News, OR)
Barbara Jean James Nov 11, 2009
Barb was a loving grandmother to Kelly Schellong of Crescent City, David Schellong of Bandon, Tim Holland of Pennsylvania, Sarah Holland of Salem, Chelsea and Trevor Lee of Snohomish, Wash. Robert Coyle of Coos Bay, Alisha Shook of Portland, Alexanderia Shook of Portland, Chelle Rock of Bandon, and Christina and Marissa Barretta of Fresno, Calif. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
ASU Game Set for 7:20 P.M. Nov 10, 2009
UC-Davis and Colorado State will play the opening game at 4:30 p.m. Friday, followed by the Ducks and Winston Salem (NC) State at 7 p.m. Oregon will face UC-Davis at 2 p.m. Saturday, with Colorado State and Winston Salem State squaring off at 4:15 p.m. Sundays schedule calls for UC-Davis and Winston Salem State to play at 1 p.m., and Oregon to play Colorado State at 3:30 p.m.. Kickoff for the Ducks Nov. 21 football game at Arizona could be announced as soon as tomorrow. (eDuck.com)
GOP targets Oregon lawmaker after health reform vote Nov 10, 2009
06:07 PM PST on Monday, November 9, 2009. By BRAD CAIN, AP Writer. (KGW Northwest NewsChannel 8, OR)
Man, 7 children found stranded by Breitenbush Lake Nov 10, 2009
Tuesday, November 10, 2009. Mark Shaver, 43, of Eagle Creek, failed to return with the children - ages 3 to 14 - onSaturday and was reported missing near Breitenbush Lake. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
Man Charged With Drunken Driving Called To Report Stolen Pot Nov 10, 2009
Current conditions for local cities. Forecasted Temperatures. (KIRO TV, WA)
Candidate for governor stops in Klamath FallsFormer state lawmaker John Lim running in GOP primary Nov 10, 2009
Besides when are you Republicans going to realize that state elections are decided from the voters around the Portland and Salem area. He does not have a chance. (Klamath Falls Herald & News, OR)
Riverboat freed after running aground near Salem Nov 10, 2009
(AP) -- The Willamette Queen sternwheeler was freed after running aground near Salem Monday ... The boat carries thousands of people a year on cruises along Salem's riverfront. (KGW Northwest NewsChannel 8, OR)
Oregon Men Solid In Final Tune-up Nov 9, 2009
The Ducks begin their regular season journey Friday, November 13 at 7:00 pm against Winston Salem State in what will be the second game on the opening night of the BTI Tip-Off Tournament. and UC Davis kick things off at 4:30 pm. (eDuck.com)
Oregonians finding they cant have things both waysCost for prisoners competes with other needs, like schools Nov 9, 2009
Dave wrote on Nov 8, 2009 5:52 AM:" The state wastes so much money it isn't funny. They just had a diversity conference that brought in almost 900 state employees to the Salem Conference center. And it's an annual event. They could easily come up with enough money to keep the prisons full without hurting schools, police and most social services. The state of Oregon has a spending problem. Uncle Ted gave out bonuses this year.....again. ". Submit a Comment. (Klamath Falls Herald & News, OR)
What is it worth to have 30 more positions for local foster children?Both sides in the Kleos-DHS impasse should ask that question Nov 9, 2009
Erinn Kelley-Siel, director of children, adults land families for the DHS, said the state s Salem staff has met with Hankins to try and improve things ... JA wrote on Nov 3, 2009 10:45 AM:" Keep asking the questions. Hold them accountable both here & in Salem.Hope you sent a copy to Central Office in Salem. ". (Klamath Falls Herald & News, OR)
Inmate release program criticized Nov 8, 2009
SALEM - Anti-crime activists and some prosecutors are taking aim at the Oregon Legislatures move to reduce many state prison inmate sentences as a way to save money. Oregon Anti-Crime Alliance spokeswoman Tara Lawrence said Friday that courts and district attorneys around Oregon are being saddled with extra costs and workload from having to conduct thousands of resentencing reviews. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
Vineyards report good yields Nov 8, 2009
Sunday, November 08, 2009. Final numbers are still pending, but the state s vineyards are reporting good yields, volume and quality for 2009. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
Underemployment suggests Oregon economy worse off Nov 8, 2009
The Statesman Journal also noted that about a third of the Oregonians who are no longer considered actively looking for work are from Marion and Polk counties, or the Salem area ... The Salem area has a disproportionate number of those former workers: 2,114 by the state's most recent tally ... "Normally, it's not that chaotic," said Pat O'Connor, a regional economist with the state employment department, whose territory includes the Salem area. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Oregon's inmate release program draws flak Nov 8, 2009
09:49 AM PST on Saturday, November 7, 2009. -- Anti-crime groups and prosecutors are taking aim at the Oregon Legislature's move to reduce many state prison inmate sentences as a way to save money. (KGW Northwest NewsChannel 8, OR)
Oregon teen survives head run over by tire Nov 8, 2009
Marion County sheriff's deputies said 18-year-old Heather Wolff of Scotts Mills was trying to avoid hitting a car driven by 30-year-old Brandon Steinke of Salem when she was thrown over the handlebars of her bicycle and her head was run over by a rear wheel of the vehicle. Deputies said the bike helmet was crushed but Wolff was released from Salem Hospital shortly after the Wednesday night accident. (KGW Northwest NewsChannel 8, OR)
High school football scores for Nov. 6 Nov 7, 2009
North Salem 19, McNary 14 ... West Salem 34, McKay 6. (KGW Northwest NewsChannel 8, OR -- Sports)
Odd News: Salem man charged with DUII after reporting marijuana stolenTold dispatchers his truck had been broken into Nov 7, 2009
Odd News: Salem man charged with DUII after reporting marijuana stolen ... Saturday, November 7, 2009 12:55 AM PST SALEM (AP) Oregon police have charged a man with drunk driving after he called police to report his marijuana as stolen. (Klamath Falls Herald & News, OR)
Ex-Trail Blazer Eyes Ore. Gov Race Nov 7, 2009
Ex-Trail Blazer Eyes Ore. SIGN UP FOR FREE NEWS ALERTS. (Newsmax)
Man who reported his pot was stolen arrested for drunken driving Nov 7, 2009
Marion County sheriff's deputies say 21-year-old Calvin Hoover, of Salem, told dispatchers early Tuesday that someone had broken into his truck and stolen cash, a jacket and a small amount of marijuana while he was at a tavern in Salem ... Pinky wrote on Nov 6, 2009 10:05 AM:" Salem's finest!!! ". (Longview Daily News, WA)
Missing 87-Year-Old Found In Oregon Restaurant Nov 7, 2009
-- The Oregon State Police Department has confirmed that a missing 87-year-old Bakersfield man was located at a Subway restaurant in Salem, Ore. Osborne "Ozzy" Louis Johnson was found safe at a Salem-area Subway sandwich business, Lieutenant Gregg Hastings with the OSPD said ... On Friday around 11 a.m., OSP Detective Gregg Withers received information of a confused elderly male matching Johnson's description at a Subway shop located in the 1500 block of Hawthorne Boulevard in Salem, OSDP said. (KERO 23, CA)
Oregon man charged with DUI after 911 call Nov 7, 2009
Marion County sheriff's deputies say 21-year-old Calvin Hoover, of Salem, told dispatchers early Tuesday that someone had broken into his truck and stolen cash, a jacket and a small amount of marijuana while he was at a tavern in Salem ... Marion County sheriff's deputies say 21-year-old Calvin Hoover, of Salem, told dispatchers early Tuesday that someone had broken into his truck and stolen cash, a jacket and a small amount of marijuana while he was at a tavern in Salem. (Fresno Bee)
Ex-Trailblazer may pursue governors slot Nov 7, 2009
SALEM Chris Dudleys free throw shots were always iffy propositions. Now the former Portland Trail Blazer is in a new arena taking aim at a governors chair and Oregons Republicans think he can score. (Ontario Argus Observer, OR)
Police: Drunk man calls 911 to report pot stolen Nov 7, 2009
Marion County sheriff's deputies say 21-year-old Calvin Hoover, of Salem, told dispatchers early Tuesday that someone had broken into his truck and stolen cash, a jacket and a small amount of marijuana while he was at a tavern in Salem ... A Salem phone number listed for a Calvin Hoover had been disconnected. (AZCentral -- News)
Sheriffs' group opposes guns for pot smokers Nov 7, 2009
By Brad Cain, Associated Press Writer Thursday, November 05, 2009. Advocates for the state s medical marijuana law countered Wednesday in the Oregon Court of Appeals that the sheriffs simply don t like the program and are looking for ways to undermine it. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
Stolen marijuana call to police leads to DUII arrest in Salem Nov 6, 2009
A suspected drunk driver was arrested in Salem early Tuesday morning after deputies said he called to report that his marijuana had been stolen. Marion County Sheriffs said 21-year-old Calvin Hoover called from outside the Free Loader Tavern on Lancaster Drive around 1 a.m.. (KGW Northwest NewsChannel 8, OR)
Suspended NW pilots try to get licenses back Nov 6, 2009
National Transportation Safety Board spokesman Ted Lopatkiewicz said Thursday that Captain Timothy Cheney of Gig Harbor, Washington, and First Officer Richard Cole of Salem, have filed appeals. Raw: Salem pilot speaks. (KGW Northwest NewsChannel 8, OR)
Oregon vineyards report high yields & quality Nov 6, 2009
Oregon vineyards report high yields ty. 06:46 AM PST on Thursday, November 5, 2009. (KGW Northwest NewsChannel 8, OR -- Business)
Oregon governor expands flu readiness authority Nov 6, 2009
04:31 PM PST on Thursday, November 5, 2009. (AP) -- Gov. Ted Kulongoski has signed an executive order giving the state public health director more authority to prepare Oregon for a major flu outbreak and manage the response. (KGW Northwest NewsChannel 8, OR)
Better at politics than free throws? Ex-Trail Blazer eyes Oregon governor's race Nov 6, 2009
Better at politics than free throws. Ex-Trail Blazer eyes Oregon governor's race - WTIC. (FOX61, CT)
Gun laws, medical-marijuana laws at odds in Oregon Nov 5, 2009
Past Month's Most Commented Stories. Wednesday, November 4, 2009 11:18 PM PST. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Financial play with pensions may force future cuts Nov 5, 2009
By MACKENZIE RYAN(Salem) Statesman Journal Wednesday, November 4, 2009 11:14 AM PST. SALEM (AP) A financial investment that has helped fill gaps in pension funding since 2002 quickly turned sour with the stock markets misfortunes last year, losing $1 ... This year, Oregon might save $80 million, and Salem-Keizer School District might save $10. (Ontario Argus Observer, OR)
Should Oregon let medical marijuana users carry guns? Nov 5, 2009
Should Oregon let medical marijuana users carry guns. Should Oregon let medical marijuana users carry guns. (KGW Northwest NewsChannel 8, OR)
Police seek owners of steer that was hit by car near Salem Nov 5, 2009
01:43 PM PST on Wednesday, November 4, 2009. By DAVID KROUGH, KGW.com. (KGW Northwest NewsChannel 8, OR)
Activists rally to OK gay nuptials Nov 5, 2009
By Brad Cain, Associated Press Writer Tuesday, November 03, 2009. Evan Wolfson of the national gay rights group Freedom to Marry said Monday he thinks hearts and minds are changing and that Oregon voters will at some point be willing to reverse their 2004 vote banning same-sex unions. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
New rules created for green tax breaks Nov 5, 2009
SALEM (AP) Oregons Department of Energy has issued new rules aimed at curbing a state program that grants lucrative tax credits for wind, solar and other renewable power plants. The changes are intended to trim the programs cost by making it harder for one project to qualify for multiple tax credits and by giving state officials greater leeway to deny an application. (Ontario Argus Observer, OR)
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The World Link : Activists rally to OK gay nuptials. Activists rally to OK gay nuptials. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
Chiloquin mayor resigns, closes juniper businessMark Cobb said he can't afford mandatory fire safety improvements Nov 4, 2009
Frank wrote on Nov 3, 2009 3:40 PM:" Brilliant, State of Oregon. Our malignant state government is destroying business. Now there's 26 MORE people out of work.. We would all be much better off if we shut down Salem. They are all idiots. ". CC wrote on Nov 3, 2009 1:17 PM:" Kirk O to the rescue.....After he does his research of course. ". (Klamath Falls Herald & News, OR)
Oregon earns strong credit rating Nov 4, 2009
09:23 AM PST on Tuesday, November 3, 2009. (AP) -- The Oregon treasurer's office says national credit rating firms are reporting that Oregon remains a safe credit risk at a time when many states are being warned about potential downgrades. (KGW Northwest NewsChannel 8, OR -- Business)
Johnson 50th Anniversary Nov 4, 2009
Gary recently retired from the Oregon State Police headquarters in Salem, and they have finally returned to living on their beloved Oregon Coast. They built a wonderful home in Bandon on oceanfront property Betsy s father had purchased in the 1950s. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
Financial play with state pensions may force future cuts Nov 4, 2009
By MACKENZIE RYAN, (Salem) Statesman Journal ... This year, the state of Oregon might save $80 million, and Salem-Keizer School District might save $10 ... The Oregon state capitol building in Salem. (KGW Northwest NewsChannel 8, OR)
Oregon tries to tap into growing solar power demand Nov 3, 2009
The tax credit and property tax waivers had even more pull for Sanyo Solar, which last month opened its wafer and ingot facility in Salem ... Combined, the Business Energy Tax Credit, enterprise zone property tax waiver, and other incentives are estimated to cover half of Sanyo's $80 million costs to set up its Salem plant. (KGW Northwest NewsChannel 8, OR -- Business)
Oregon gay rights activists aiming for new vote on same-sex marriage Nov 3, 2009
Past Month's Most Commented Stories. Tuesday, November 3, 2009 12:32 AM PST. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Skeleton-faced robbers nab pizza box full of cash Nov 3, 2009
Two robbers in skeleton masks made off with a pizza box full of cash from a Salem restaurant Halloween night, deputies said. According to Marion County Sheriffs, the two men went into the Primetime Pizza parlor on Rich Drive NE just before 10:30 p.m. They told the employee they wanted a pizza and all the money in the cash register. (KGW Northwest NewsChannel 8, OR)
Supporters seek new vote on gay marriage Nov 3, 2009
12:24 PM PST on Monday, November 2, 2009. By BRAD CAIN, Associated Press Writer. (KGW Northwest NewsChannel 8, OR)
Texting and driving can be deadly Nov 3, 2009
10:00 PM PST on Monday, November 2, 2009. By AMANDA BURDEN, kgw. (KGW Northwest NewsChannel 8, OR)
What is it worth to have 30 more positions for local foster children?Both sides in the Kleos-DHS impasse should ask that question Nov 3, 2009
Erinn Kelley-Siel, director of children, adults land families for the DHS, said the state s Salem staff has met with Hankins to try and improve things. Both Kleos and DHS say they would like to work together again. (Klamath Falls Herald & News, OR)
Willamette Valley National Wildlife... Nov 2, 2009
The three refuges are located along Oregon's I-5 corridor and the Willamette River, from Baskett Slough just west of Salem to Ankeny just south of Salem and William L. Finley just south of. The primary goal of the Willamette Valley Refuges is to provide a habitat for wintering dusky Canada geese. (Suite101.com)
Commentary:Politics won in legislative efforts to deal with taxes Nov 2, 2009
Sunday, November 1, 2009 6:09 AM PST The old axiom that power tends to corrupt, but absolute power corrupts absolutely, is alive and thriving in Salem ... Lacr0ix wrote on Nov 1, 2009 9:52 AM:" Despite an otherwise well-written letter, one must question the legal acumen of a law-maker who repeatedly uses a word in a context that suggests the inverse (proscribed rather than prescribed) of the word used.Despite his complaints about 'posturing' - what exactly is this letter - published too late to... (Klamath Falls Herald & News, OR)
Cell phone driving ban looms Nov 2, 2009
Salem resident Jim Allhiser, who owns a home inspection business, isn't waiting for Jan. 1 ... Salem real estate broker Sylvia Perry is among those who are in full support of Oregon's new cell-phone ban. (KGW Northwest NewsChannel 8, OR)
Don Schirmer (1) Nov 2, 2009
Don is survived by his wife and love of his life, Pat; two brothers, Wallace and Vangie Schirmer of Eugene and Marvin Schirmer of Florence; sister-in-law, Dora Schirmer of Eugene; four daughters, Vicki Pedersen of Portland, Donna Meenen of Myrtle Point, Kayleen and husband, Steve Renee of Salem and Sherri and husband, Mike Cartee of Rosamond, Calif. stepchildren, Michelle and husband, George Carnes of San Antonio, Texas, Bobye and Mark Schneider of Albany, Paul Howell of Brookings, Douglas and... (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
From the Editor's Desk Browns visit voluntary Nov 1, 2009
For Brown, it was a chance to get out of Salem and see the rest of the state. For Ontario and Eastern Oregon, her visit to our part of the state was a low-key affirmation that, even though it might not feel like it a lot of the time, the power center in Salem is still as much a part of Oregon as Ontario or Baker City ... If she did, she could easily stay in Salem and ignore areas like Eastern Oregon. (Ontario Argus Observer, OR)
No change for Oregon video lottery retailer payouts Nov 1, 2009
SALEM The Oregon Lottery Commission voted unanimously Friday to maintain compensation rates for video lottery retailers despite claims by education advocates that the bars and taverns are being overpaid for hosting the games. The commissioners followed a recommendation by Lottery Director Dale Penn, who said reducing payouts to retailers as school advocates had urged would eventually have the unintended consequence of reducing revenues. (Ontario Argus Observer, OR)
Oregon gears up for cell phone ban Nov 1, 2009
SALEM As of Jan. 1, you can get slapped with a $90 fine if you use a hand-held cell phone while driving in Oregon ... Salem resident Jim Allhiser, who owns a home inspection business, isnt waiting for Jan. 1 ... Salem real estate broker Sylvia Perry is among those who are in full support of Oregons new cell-phone ban. (Ontario Argus Observer, OR)
North Bend Hall of Fame inductees Nov 1, 2009
Heart problems stopped his coaching career and he served two years as athletics and activities director before moving to the Salem area. He worked at McNary High School for six years and then finished his career as athletic director at Sprague High School. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
Team ailing, Salem high school cancels game Oct 31, 2009
- With barely enough players to field a team feeling well enough to play, a Salem high school has canceled its Friday night football game. Sprague High School was scheduled to go against Lake Oswego, but Principal Curt Scholl says fewer than a dozen of Sprague's 65 varsity football players were up to it. (OregonLive, OR -- Sports)
Flu forces Sprague to cancel football games with Lake O Oct 31, 2009
SALEM -- has cancelled varsity and JV and freshman football games this week with Lake Oswego because too many students are out sick. Classes at the South Salem school have not been cancelled ... Officials at the South Salem school didn't cite a specific illness but most cases are presumed to be the swine flu. (KGW Northwest NewsChannel 8, OR)
Bulldogs to honor coaches Oct 30, 2009
He was athletic director in North Bend for two years before moving on to the Salem area, and he finished a 33-year career in education as athletic director for Sprague High School. Ulum, who is deceased, was North Bend s superintendent from 1970 to 1993. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
