News 2008-05-26 Andanh.com

No deed is too low for garlic mustard, the state's most devious weed Sun, 25 May 2008 23:07:00 EST
Susan Peek asked for one Christmas present last year: a backpack pesticide sprayer.

Small tokens of gratitude go a long way Sun, 25 May 2008 23:12:00 EST
It's the thank-you note that counts. That's what John Baker realized about three years ago when he formed Operation: Love Boxes for Our Troops. The soldiers he sends care boxes to want to know their service is appreciated.

Many sing the praises of South Salem High's influential band director Sun, 25 May 2008 23:08:00 EST
Mary Lou Boderman, believe it or not, wasn't the first choice when South Salem High School was looking for a new band director 18 years ago.

Good wines are close to home Sun, 25 May 2008 23:09:00 EST
It's a popular annual event that's as much a Memorial Day weekend celebration as it is a festival for the palate.

Conference Center in growth mode Sun, 25 May 2008 21:00:00 EST
Salem Conference Center is one of the premier meeting facilities in Oregon, hosting conferences, corporate meetings, exhibitions and social events year-round.

Music will soar July 4th in Salem Sun, 25 May 2008 22:50:00 EST
This year's July 4 Celebration in Salem's Riverfront Park will take on a symphonic tone for the first time.

Man's body found at base of cliff Sun, 25 May 2008 21:00:00 EST
NEWPORT — Oregon State Police and the Lincoln County medical examiner are investigating the death of a Eugene-area man whose body was found Saturday morning at the base of a cliff between the Inn at Otter Crest and Devil's Punch Bowl State Natural Area.

Monmouth police seeking reserve officers Sun, 25 May 2008 21:00:00 EST
MONMOUTH — Monmouth police are seeking applicants in its reserve police officers program, officials said.

OSU wins regular-season finale Sun, 25 May 2008 23:49:00 EST
CORVALLIS — Oregon State has made its case for an at-large bid to the NCAA tournament.

Counties are at forefront in war on noxious weeds Sun, 25 May 2008 22:55:00 EST
When a landowner called Marion County with worries that giant hogweed was growing on his property, botanist Tanya Beard was quick to check it out.

Seed packets often hold nasty stowaways Sun, 25 May 2008 22:45:00 EST
Wildflower seed packets sometimes contain a nasty ingredient: weeds.

OSU ensemble to perform at Carnegie Hall Sun, 25 May 2008 21:00:00 EST
CORVALLIS — Oregon State University's wind ensemble, including five students from Salem, will perform June 1 at Carnegie Hall.

Woodburn Company Stores to add seven outlets by November Sun, 25 May 2008 22:45:00 EST
WOODBURN — Seven more stores will be added to the Woodburn Company Stores by November as the fourth phase of the development moves ahead.

Country Financial names agent Sun, 25 May 2008 21:00:00 EST
SALEM — Country Financial has named Doug Short of Keizer an agent and investment solutions representative. Short can provide clients with access to Country Financial services, including retirement planning, investment management and trust services.

Symmonds to return quickly after injury Sun, 25 May 2008 21:00:00 EST
Nick Symmonds' Olym-pic dreams received a bit of a scare last week in Carson, Calif.

Runner will try to break 10,000 record Sun, 25 May 2008 21:00:00 EST
EUGENE — Kenenisa Bekele of Ethiopia will try to break the world record in the 10,000 meters June 8 at the Prefontaine Classic at Hayward Field.

Linfield's season ends with loss Sun, 25 May 2008 21:00:00 EST
GRAND CHUTE, Wis. — Needing a run to save its season with the bases loaded in the bottom of the ninth inning Sunday, the No. 8 Linfield Wildcats could not get the hit they needed and lost to Adrian (Mich.) 3-2 in an elimination game at the NCAA Division III finals.

Local bowlers get on a roll at junior tournament Sun, 25 May 2008 21:00:00 EST
Shane Marx and Jason McCormic of Salem placed first out of 21 teams in the 'A' division of the Oregon Junior Classics Tournament Association Northwest bowling tournament May 18 at Firebird Lanes.

Timbers suffer 1st loss Sun, 25 May 2008 21:00:00 EST
PORTLAND — Vicente Arze scored in the 60th minute Saturday to lead the Vancouver Whitecaps to a 1-0 victory against the Portland Timbers in a United Soccer League First Division matchup.

Memorial Day and other editorial cartoons Sun, 25 May 2008 09:11:00 EST
For more cartoons, click on the individual galleries.

Our viewpoint: Memorial Day honors comrades, heroes Sun, 25 May 2008 23:17:00 EST
Memorial Day can't be traced to a single formal beginning. Those who mourned the dead of the Civil War simply went out to decorate their graves, North and South, and a tradition began.

Rename streets for fallen troops, who sacrificed all Sun, 25 May 2008 18:41:00 EST
It is a tradition to honor civil-rights leaders by renaming streets for them so that they will not be forgotten.

On Memorial Day, remember those who serve Sun, 25 May 2008 21:00:00 EST
"We're a military at war, not a nation at war," the lieutenant colonel said ever so quietly but harshly as he leaned across the table at an Austin, Texas-area Rotary Club luncheon.

Another View: No time for politics over aid Sun, 25 May 2008 21:00:00 EST
It was Lord Acton, the British historian, who observed, "Power tends to corrupt; absolute power corrupts absolutely."

The Rant Sun, 25 May 2008 09:16:00 EST
Our main hope on Memorial Day 2008 should be that any veterans who served during wartimes and in peace or for "The Noble Cause" will get the noble care that they have earned and deserve and truly need.

Recognizing tourism as an economic development industry Sun, 25 May 2008 09:16:00 EST
The Salem Convention and Visitors Association (SCVA) recognizes the entire month of May as Tourism Month.

Global warming situation needs to be addressed Fri, 23 May 2008 12:00:00 EST
As the media coverage has steadily increased, so has the awareness of global warming. In my opinion, it's a real life issue that needs to be addressed.

Time may shift Oregon political landscape Sun, 25 May 2008 02:03:00 EST
The courtship may cool off only a little by this autumn. For Oregon this year, there appears to be only one answer from national politicians to the voters' question posed in the century-old song, "Will You Love Me in December as You Do in May?"

Comedic 'eco-fable' tackles environmental issues Sun, 25 May 2008 21:00:00 EST
Things are not going well for logger Russ T. Sawyer: His wife left him for an environmentalist, he's unemployed and now attracted to a new female acquaintance.

Powder House ramp reopens near Prineville Fri, 23 May 2008 23:34:00 EST
A renovated boat ramp at Powder House Cove at Prineville Reservoir State Park has been reopened.

Washington sites also have closures Fri, 23 May 2008 21:00:00 EST
Campers who might be heading north because their traditional Oregon camping spot is snowed under for Memorial Day weekend should take heed: Late snow and spring flooding have closed many campgrounds across Washington, and campsites are at a premium.

Butterfly, bird trip is set for June 3 Fri, 23 May 2008 21:00:00 EST
An outing to look for butterflies and birds in the West Eugene Wetland will be June 1. The trip is sponsored by the Eugene-Springfield Chapter of the North American Butterfly Association and is free and open to anyone.

Court decision bolsters marriage Sun, 25 May 2008 18:40:00 EST
The recent ruling by the California Supreme Court declaring its state laws limiting marriage to a man and a woman unconstitutional didn't undermine the institutions of marriage and family; it actually bolstered them.

Ditching the baggage could make life easier Sun, 25 May 2008 00:20:00 EST
I've got a new outlook on life. And I owe it to Sacramento.

Professionals now a necessity in the Salem arts scene Sat, 24 May 2008 23:08:00 EST
As Yogi Berra once said with a stunning lack of self awareness, "It's deja vu all over again."

Church hymns once were church rock 'n roll Fri, 23 May 2008 22:31:00 EST
Songs with fast-paced, modern tunes always have been embraced in the church — NOT!

All Americans deserve timely access to health care Fri, 23 May 2008 21:00:00 EST
Too many Americans from Oregon to Massachusetts access health care through the revolving doors of an emergency room without a family doctor.

Plant's departure leaves big hole for McKay girls hoops Thu, 22 May 2008 21:00:00 EST
When Mike Plant took over the McKay High School girls basketball team four years ago, nobody really noticed.

Remembering the fallen should come easy Thu, 22 May 2008 17:10:00 EST
Got a minute to spare Monday between grilling bratwurst and boating (with life jackets) on Detroit Lake?

Excitement at owner's return leads to trouble Thu, 22 May 2008 15:01:00 EST
Dear Smudge and Bryson: My name is Duncan. I am a two year old pug/poodle. I have been with my owner for a year now. I have 2 questions about the things I do that drive my mom crazy.

Cut costs vs. quality in remodels Thu, 22 May 2008 21:00:00 EST
Curt and Pauly Norby of Keizer recently had their kitchen remodeled. They found some great money-saving strategies in the process that saved them thousands of dollars and made the process fun. Here is some of their advice:

Baseball: Beavers complete sweep of Pacific, find out NCAA fate Monday Sun, 25 May 2008 15:36:00 EST
CORVALLIS — The Oregon State baseball team came into the weekend needing a three-game sweep of lightly regarded University of the Pacific to have shot at a third consecutive College World Series.

Postcards to the edge Mon, 26 May 2008 03:00 EST

The thoughts are written on white, 3-by-5 cards tied by ribbons to an 18-foot tree of steel.

How're them apples? Mon, 26 May 2008 03:00 EST

APPLEGATE — When J.D. Rogers walks into his apple orchard, he steps back into another time, another place.

Not all agree on housing report data Mon, 26 May 2008 03:00 EST

In forecasting Medford's housing needs 20 years out, officials don't agree what the future will look like.

Sticking with it: Lily's story Mon, 26 May 2008 03:00 EST

Seventeen-year-old Lily Mejia didn't speak any English when she began the seventh grade at Scenic Middle School in Central Point.

Push begins for 'artisan corridor' at Exit 33 Mon, 26 May 2008 03:00 EST

CENTRAL POINT — Local business owners will soon embark on a new way of marketing their quiet town that, over the years, has become a hub for artisan vendors offering everything from chocolate, wine and cheese to custom glass and furniture.

Here's when they can tow, tow, tow your car away Mon, 26 May 2008 03:00 EST

In the state of Oregon, for what traffic violations can one be cited and released by a city police officer (wherever or whenever one happens to be pulled over), yet have one's vehicle towed away?

Since You Asked: Television 2.0 on sale, coupons available Mon, 26 May 2008 03:00 EST

I just received my "coupon" from the government to purchase a new digital TV converter box, so my screen won't go blank next February. When I searched online for the "participating" retailers, I found that the cheapest box I could find was still over $52.

Emergency Services Mon, 26 May 2008 03:00 EST

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