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Candidates in final stretch of primary Sat, 17 May 2008 22:27:00 EST
For Oregon Democrats, Tuesday's primary might rank as a once-in-lifetime event, starting at the top with the presidential nominating contest between Sens. Hillary Clinton of New York and Barack Obama of Illinois.

Obama campaigns in Oregon's Republican territory Sat, 17 May 2008 17:53:00 EST
ROSEBURG — Democrat Barack Obama brought his presidential campaign to Republican-leaning Southern Oregon on Saturday and got a friendly reception from a crowd of more than 1,400.

Thousands enjoy Keizer parade in sun Sat, 17 May 2008 22:25:00 EST
KEIZER — Residents celebrated their city's flower Saturday with a march down River Road N.

Obama surprises crowd at festival Sat, 17 May 2008 22:25:00 EST
KEIZER — Concessionaire Darla Baker of Salem was just about to make more cotton candy at the Keizer Iris Festival when she had a request from a surprise customer: presidential candidate Barack Obama.

Mastenbroek takes two titles Sun, 18 May 2008 03:08:00 EST
MONMOUTH — Coming down the stretch of the boys 200-meter dash at the OSAA Class 3A track and field state championships Saturday Scio's Coulter Mastenbroek could see his second title of the day.

Heat eases after record-breaker Sat, 17 May 2008 22:27:00 EST
Wendy Biggs of Salem didn't mind sitting outside in the heat Saturday. To her, it beat being out in the record-breaking temperatures of Friday.

Clinton charges on in visit to Kentucky Sat, 17 May 2008 22:17:00 EST
LORETTO, Ky. — The day of campaigning had barely begun and Hillary Clinton already was eyeing the whiskey.

Relay offers fun on run Sun, 18 May 2008 02:59:00 EST
Lauren Taber nervously paced around in the shade as she waited for her team's race. The second-grader at Wright Elementary School was confident in her speed but a little worried about being in the spotlight.

Jefferson boy hit by train while playing on the tracks Sun, 18 May 2008 02:52:00 EST
A 13-year-old boy remained in critical condition at a Portland hospital Saturday evening after he was hit by a train Friday night in Jefferson while playing on railroad tracks with friends, officials said.

Event will honor award recipients Sun, 18 May 2008 02:52:00 EST
MONMOUTH — Recipients of the Mario and Alma Pastega Awards will be honored from 4:30 to 6 p.m. Wednesday in Werner University Center's Columbia Room at Western Oregon University.

Polk commissioner seeks write-in votes from Democrats Sun, 18 May 2008 03:00:00 EST
Polk County Commissioner Mike Propes issued an interesting election-season twist recently when he released a flier inviting county Democrats to write in his name on their ballots.

Young Latinos have voice at ballot box Sun, 18 May 2008 03:00:00 EST
At 17, Woodburn teenager Ana Flores may be too young to vote, but that didn't stop her from translating her passion for politics into a push to register thousands of Latino young adults to vote.

Oregon ranks 11th in nation for value of its Fri, 16 May 2008 21:00:00 EST
Cut flowers, potted flowering plants and bedding plants are a small, but perhaps the most colorful, component of Oregon's $966 million nursery industry. Oregon ranks 11th in the nation for the value of floriculture, according to a U.S. Department of Agriculture survey.

Phelps Ranch joins breed registry group Fri, 16 May 2008 21:00:00 EST
The Phelps Ranch in Salem is a new member of the American Angus Association, a national breed registry organization in St. Joseph, Mo.

Salem Academy wins 400 relay Sun, 18 May 2008 03:10:00 EST
MONMOUTH - The oldest member of Salem Academy's 400-meter relay team is barely old enough to get a driver's license.

South Salem duo finally runs out of gas Sun, 18 May 2008 03:12:00 EST
BEAVERTON — Kate Thurber and Sarah Miller were tired. Who could blame them?

Damascus Christian athlete wins four events Sun, 18 May 2008 03:10:00 EST
MONMOUTH — The day didn't start well for Damascus Christian junior Sean Lewis, but he made up for it Saturday during the OSAA Class 1A state track and field meet.

High school highlights Sat, 17 May 2008 21:00:00 EST
District meet: Dustin Remesnik (200) and the 4x400 relay team produced its only wins, but Cascade picked points elsewhere on the way to a second place finish (139 points) at Gladstone.

Beavers' postseason hopes battered again Sat, 17 May 2008 21:00:00 EST
LOS ANGELES — Two-time defending NCAA national champion Oregon State might be running out of chances to advance to the postseason.

Oregon men run to Pac-10 title Sat, 17 May 2008 21:00:00 EST
TEMPE, Ariz.— The University of Oregon men's track and field team ran away with its second consecutive Pacific-10 Conference championship Saturday at Arizona State.

Around Oregon Sat, 17 May 2008 21:00:00 EST
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Obama won't appease ... and other editorial cartoons Sat, 17 May 2008 22:02:00 EST
For more cartoons, click on the individual galleries.

Obama: American dream attainable through change Sat, 17 May 2008 22:12:00 EST
This is a defining moment. At a time when our nation is at war and our American dream is slipping away, we cannot settle for the status quo. In this election, Oregon can stand for change.

Clinton: Oregon can lead the way to find solutions Sat, 17 May 2008 22:12:00 EST
Campaigning in Oregon and across this country has been an honor and a privilege.

Obama's promises are hard to believe Sun, 18 May 2008 03:04:00 EST
Obama is not the best choice for this country. For me, this decision was easily reached by listening to the ridiculous campaign promises he is making.

U.S. does not need another 'fighter' Sun, 18 May 2008 03:04:00 EST
Most Americans probably don't have as much of a problem with a woman president as the candidate does.

Clinton is better able to compete against McCain Sun, 18 May 2008 03:04:00 EST
I'm voting for Hillary Clinton in the Oregon primary.

Chapman offers a sustainable future Sun, 18 May 2008 03:01:00 EST
Lloyd Chapman is the candidate who will provide a balanced, thoughtful and sustainable vision to lead the city council.

Taylor will continue to get things done for Salem Sun, 18 May 2008 03:02:00 EST
I don't like politics. Never have. Probably never will.

Gilliam best qualified to help injured veterans Sun, 18 May 2008 03:02:00 EST
Traumatic brain injury (TBI) is a serious problem among returning veterans, and Rep. Gilliam has the passion and experience necessary to help TBI victims.

Legislature must address pay for attorney general Sun, 18 May 2008 03:02:00 EST
As members of the Salem City Club, my wife and I recently attended a luncheon and enjoyed remarks by the two Democratic candidates for Oregon attorney general.

Try some juicy portobello burgers with pinot noir Sat, 17 May 2008 21:00:00 EST
Growing up in a family of meat lovers, I never understood why people ordered portobello mushroom burgers, until I finally tried one. I discovered a meaty vegetable that soaks in the flavors of a marinade really well so that you end up with a juicy, flavorful burger.

Two former Salem students return to honor their teachers Fri, 16 May 2008 16:35:00 EST
When Keizer's Michael Uppendahl and Salem's Mark Kelly made the jump to a highly selective theater school at the University of Southern California, Los Angeles, they were unfazed.

Redhawk offers weekend of wines, food and fun Sat, 17 May 2008 21:00:00 EST
Join the Redhawk Winery family for a Memorial Day weekend full of wine, food and music from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. May 24-26 at 2995 Michigan City Ave. NW in Salem.

The Ram in Salem is expanding its wine list Sat, 17 May 2008 21:00:00 EST
The Ram Restaurant and Brewery in Salem is expanding its wine list to include many middle-of-the-road and upper-end wines, more than doubling its current wine list, according to general manager Christian Griffin.

Taste wines at J. Bella's Ristorante on June 5 Sat, 17 May 2008 21:00:00 EST
Enjoy a taste of Oregon during the wine-tasting event beginning at 6 p.m. on June 5 at J. Bella's Ristorante, 114 S Main St. in Independence.

'Blend Your Own Wine' class offered in Portland Sat, 17 May 2008 21:00:00 EST
Ever think about making your own wine? Urban Wine Works in Portland gives you that opportunity in its ongoing "Blend Your Own Wine" class 6:30 p.m. Tuesdays and 1 p.m. Saturdays at 407 NW 16th Ave.

Willamette River slide show offered Sat, 17 May 2008 00:16:00 EST
A slide show of the Willamette River, from its headwaters to its confluence with the Columbia — free and open to anyone — will be given by Willamette Riverkeepers at 7 p.m. Thursday at the Salem Public Library, 585 Liberty St SE.

Mountain bike clinic for women set Sat, 17 May 2008 00:15:00 EST
Registration is open for a beginners mountain biking clinic for women. Instruction will be conducted by a commercial outfitter May 24, June 7 and July 20 on the trail network near Bend. The fee is $75.

Motorized access meetings scheduled Sat, 17 May 2008 00:15:00 EST
A series of open houses to provide information and allow for public comment on a new policy concerning motor vehicle access in the Deschutes and Ochoco National Forests and on Crooked River Grassland will begin Monday.

Chemeketa makes a difference in many lives Sun, 18 May 2008 03:03:00 EST
Here's my Chemeketa story.

The arts aren't just a frill; they provide money and jobs Sat, 17 May 2008 21:00:00 EST
The arts often have been viewed as a frill, an embellishment and a decorative part of our lives, which is true to some extent.

No NBA games? Who cares, I'm still talking playoffs Sat, 17 May 2008 21:00:00 EST
Relax a bit, take a breather. You've earned it. What's going on? Saturday was the first day since the NBA playoffs began in which there were no games. But I'm still thinking NBA. Heck, why not? After the Preakness finished Saturday afternoon (less than two minutes after it began) sports television flat-lined.

As birthdays add up, numbers can bring greater wisdom, compassion Fri, 16 May 2008 23:20:00 EST
In my vast experience, it seems that once one reached the lofty age of 18 or 21, or perhaps even 30, most people would just as soon stop counting the years added to their age.

Devices intended to prevent drunken driving can work Fri, 16 May 2008 21:00:00 EST
This month there's been plenty of community conversation about DUIIs.

Cara Graca enters a public stage of recovery Sun, 18 May 2008 03:00 EST

In the past year, Cara Graca's face has aired in a public service announcement on the dangers of methamphetamine.

That Was Then ... This Is Now Sun, 18 May 2008 03:00 EST

Scattered pieces are starting to fit together for Robert Nguyen.

Restaurant Inspections Sun, 18 May 2008 03:00 EST

Jackson County health inspectors evaluated 120 restaurants in April. A portion of scores appear weekly in the Mail Tribune.

Shady Cove will collect water fee Sun, 18 May 2008 03:00 EST

SHADY COVE — The Shady Cove Water District board has unanimously voted to impose a monthly $6 water service fee, though it doesn't supply any actual water.

Memorial planned for Talent man Sun, 18 May 2008 03:00 EST

A memorial service is set for 3 p.m. Monday at the First United Methodist Church in Ashland for a Talent man who died in a motorcycle crash Wednesday on his way home from his job with the U.S. Forest Service in Fort Jones, Calif.

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