News 2008-05-27 Andanh.com

United by sacrifice Mon, 26 May 2008 23:11:00 EST
They died in different ways, at different times and in different places, but what the more than 1,700 male and female soldiers buried at City View Cemetery in Salem share in common is their sacrifice to the nation.

Survey: Free online gambling puts teens at risk Mon, 26 May 2008 21:00:00 EST
Sex. Drugs. Alcohol. They're all topics that parents, teachers and community leaders tend to talk to children about in hopes of preventing risky behavior.

School bond effort gets $2,938 push Mon, 26 May 2008 21:00:00 EST
The political-action group working to persuade voters to pass a $242.2 million construction bond for Salem-Keizer schools has added $2,938 to its coffers during the past month.

Art becomes lesson Mon, 26 May 2008 22:54:00 EST
Jody Bartruff is a 70-year-old who didn't feel like taking it easy when she retired.

Police find dead turkey in business; it apparently flew through window Mon, 26 May 2008 21:00:00 EST
KALAMAZOO, Mich. — A police officer investigating an apparent break-in at a Kalamazoo business instead nabbed a dead 10-pound turkey, police said.

Director Sydney Pollack dies at 73 in Los Angeles Sun, 25 May 2008 21:00:00 EST
LOS ANGELES — Academy Award-winning director Sydney Pollack, a Hollywood mainstay who achieved commercial success and critical acclaim with the gender-bending comedy "Tootsie" and the period drama "Out of Africa" while often dabbling as a television and movie actor, has died. He was 73.

Mini-grants to aid with kids' fitness activities Mon, 26 May 2008 22:15:00 EST
From shooting hoops to playing the video game Dance Dance Revolution, children in the Mid-Valley soon will be getting fit thanks to grants from Marion County Health Department.

Multiple-Oscar winner Sydney Pollack, who directed 'Tootsie,' dies Mon, 26 May 2008 21:00:00 EST
LOS ANGELES — Academy Award-winning director Sydney Pollack, a Hollywood mainstay who achieved commercial success and critical acclaim with the gender-bending comedy "Tootsie" and the period drama "Out of Africa," has died. He was 73.

Keizer Rapids Park could have additional access soon Mon, 26 May 2008 21:00:00 EST
Additional access to Keizer Rapids Park could be available within 60 days — opening 85 more acres to park visitors.

Three charged in man's kidnapping Mon, 26 May 2008 21:00:00 EST
DAMASCUS — Police, with the help of a text message, arrested three men accused of kidnapping a 35-year-old man from a trailer in the Portland suburb of Damascus, the Clackamas County Sheriff's Office said.

Hops resurgence may brew in Southern Oregon Mon, 26 May 2008 21:00:00 EST
CENTRAL POINT — The cost of hops is about to drive Alex Amarotico to drink.

Company receives remodeling awards Mon, 26 May 2008 21:00:00 EST
salem — Olsen Homes & Renovation received awards in two categories at the Oregon Remodelers Association's annual Outstanding Remodeling Achievement awards program. Twenty two recipients were formally recognized at the annual awards luncheon meeting.

Two couples partner to purchase Gene's Meat Market in Mehama Mon, 26 May 2008 21:00:00 EST
mehama — Gene's Meat Market in Mehama has changed hands. Two couples — Steve and Kay Giesy of Independence and Chris and Cindy Shoemaker of Lorraine — have partnered to buy the business from Jim Dolby.

OSU's run comes to an end Tue, 27 May 2008 00:08:00 EST
CORVALLIS — Oregon State's reign as the king of college baseball is over. The Beavers, who have won back-to-back national championships, did not receive an at-large bid Monday when the NCAA tournament field was announced.

Familiar foes to face off in 3A softball Tue, 27 May 2008 00:13:00 EST
Familiarity is said to breed contempt, but it also can breed comfort.

Olys girls soccer gets new coach Mon, 26 May 2008 21:00:00 EST
Kevin Plechl has been hired as the girls soccer coach at Sprague High School.

Area track and field bests Tue, 27 May 2008 00:18:00 EST
There were 15 state champions from the mid-valley this season.

Running club inspires fitness, friendship Mon, 26 May 2008 21:00:00 EST
At 68, when most guys his age are waking up late on Saturdays for a morning of newspaper reading and puttering around the house, Burke Schmidt is at the Governor's Cup coffee house, sipping Earl Grey tea after two hours on the streets of Salem, training for a marathon.

Around Oregon Mon, 26 May 2008 21:00:00 EST
Miami FC 2, Portland 0: The Timbers lost to Miami FC at PGE Park, marking the first time since the 2006 season the team has lost consective matches and third straight without a goal.

Eliminating hunger is up to all Oregonians Mon, 26 May 2008 21:00:00 EST
Oregon may no longer be the nation's "hungriest" state, according to Census data. But pressed by rising fuel and food costs, more families are asking local food banks for emergency boxes of food to tide them over for a few days.

Not-so-cheap seats ... and other editorial cartoons Mon, 26 May 2008 18:32:00 EST
The May 27 cartoon gallery includes cartoons from around the world, with drawings by cartoonists in Latin America, Asia, Europe and North America.

Updated at 10:04 a.m. Obama urges patriotism in action Mon, 26 May 2008 21:00:00 EST
If the 2008 election is to be a debate about the true meaning of patriotism, then bring it on.

Linfield's Old Oak taught us lessons of life, longevity Mon, 26 May 2008 21:00:00 EST
A sigh, a salute and a thud. Such was the early afternoon of Jan. 8, 2008, when The Old Oak, Linfield College's symbol-in-chief, quit this life after an estimated 250 years.

Existing schools deserve level playing field Mon, 26 May 2008 21:00:00 EST
Would you borrow money to pay for painting houses in another's neighborhood?

Obama makes missteps about economy Mon, 26 May 2008 21:00:00 EST
SAN DIEGO — With soaring gas prices, a shaky job market and a surge in home foreclosures, many people in the U.S. say their No. 1 issue is the economy.

Election seasons seem to bring out the worst in us Mon, 26 May 2008 21:00:00 EST
Our forefathers brought forth upon this virgin continent 13 colonies dedicated to a vigorous pursuit of liberty.

If you really care about being green, you'll pick up litter Mon, 26 May 2008 21:00:00 EST
I listen as many people earnestly talk about "going green" and their sincere concerns about "global warming" and other such ecological topics.

A restaurant free of children isn't so bad Mon, 26 May 2008 18:19:00 EST
Regarding the Red Thai Room restaurant in Silverton: I feel really left out because I can no longer fit through the tubes or slide on the slides at my local McDonald's Playland.

Another View: Immigration Mon, 26 May 2008 21:00:00 EST
If there is a lesson in the number of deportations of illegal immigrants resulting from Metro traffic stops, it's that old adage that you should be careful what you wish for.

Cloth diapers are making a comeback Mon, 26 May 2008 22:54:00 EST
Stacey Eshelman Lindsay was the only one she knew using cloth diapers when her daughter was born three years ago.

Walking tour highlights Salem's historic buildings Mon, 26 May 2008 21:00:00 EST
My daughter took the tour instructions and the control.

Four coastal grounds open near Brookings Tue, 27 May 2008 00:18:00 EST
Four Rogue River-Siskiyou National Forest campgrounds on the Chetco River on the coast of Southern Oregon have been opened for the season.

Footage of Klamath Levee blast on OPB Mon, 26 May 2008 21:00:00 EST
The video crew of "Oregon Field Guide" was on hand for a spectacular blast that destroyed the Klamath Levee, and footage will be shown at 8:30 p.m. Thursday (May 29) on Oregon Public Broadcasting, (Comcast 10). For years, concerned groups of activists, including the Nature Conservancy that purchased 2,500 acres at the tip of the Klamath delta, have been working on a plan to return the area to marshland. By blowing up the levee, land managers allowed the Upper Klamath Lake and the Williamson River to reconnect.

ODOT opens Forest Road 23 Tue, 27 May 2008 00:20:00 EST
Bear Camp Road, a travel route between Galice and the Oregon Coast, is open and and has been deemed safe for public travel by the Oregon Department of Transportation, which has completed snow removal.

Youths should learn to navigate, rely on mass transit Mon, 26 May 2008 21:00:00 EST
Gasoline consumption in Oregon, Idaho and Washington dropped 11 percent between 1999 and 2007, according to a Seattle research institute. Apparently, rising fuel prices and increasing congestion are driving folks to make lifestyle changes, like switching to the bus.

Choose your strategic partner carefully Mon, 26 May 2008 21:00:00 EST
Strategic partnerships can help you creatively compete in today's volatile business climate. Strategic partnerships allow you to expand your business, increase your visibility, enhance your products and improve your customer service.

The ultimate sacrifice Tue, 27 May 2008 03:00 EST

CENTRAL POINT — An old war wound kept Robert Maxwell from his date at the ground-breaking ceremony for the Oregon Fallen War Heroes Memorial on Monday.

WWII hero continues to inspire Tue, 27 May 2008 03:00 EST

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Wheels of their own Tue, 27 May 2008 03:00 EST

If you have an old bike or skateboard cluttering your garage, you might be able to help Jason Flinn become an Eagle Scout.

Surviving cancer, high school Tue, 27 May 2008 03:00 EST

On Thanksgiving during his fifth grade year, Adam Bradfield was rushed to the emergency room at Rogue Valley Medical Center for flu-like symptoms.

Agriculture census officials need more responses Tue, 27 May 2008 03:00 EST

With the deadline to respond to a national Census of Agriculture extended through June 1 due to poor turnout, local officials are urging farmers to submit requested information to help determine needed services and funding for the area.

Talent museum's long-term funding future is uncertain Tue, 27 May 2008 03:00 EST

TALENT — Reserves to operate its museum for at least another year at current levels are on hand, the Talent Historical Society president said. But operations beyond that time will either require grant support or rely on volunteers.

Wait to see who will come Tue, 27 May 2008 03:00 EST

Do you have any idea of what type of stores will be going in at the Lone Pine Square that's currently under construction at the top of Lone Pine Road and Foothill Road?

Emergency Services Tue, 27 May 2008 03:00 EST

Felony arrests

Sisters leave legacy of generosity behind Fri, 23 May 2008 03:00 EST

Two sisters who understood the needs of their community have left bequests totaling more than $750,000 to three local charitable organizations, agency leaders say.

Lewis to test his options in draft Tue, 27 May 2008 03:00 EST

As a senior at Phoenix High, Jordan Lewis is used to taking tests.

Strikers derail Outkast in familiar fashion Tue, 27 May 2008 03:00 EST

No goal went unanswered and no spectator left Monday's epic championship clash in the U-19 boys division unsatisfied at the 15th annual Rogue Valley Cup soccer tournament.

Red Wings keep Penguins scoreless Tue, 27 May 2008 03:00 EST

DETROIT — Hockeytown is halfway to hoisting the Stanley Cup again.

Oregon State won't get to defend title Tue, 27 May 2008 03:00 EST

CORVALLIS — There will be no three-peat for the Oregon State Beavers, whose season ended Monday when they weren't selected for an NCAA regional.

Everyone's asking if housing's hit bottom Tue, 27 May 2008 03:00 EST

WASHINGTON — Like spring flowers, the "For Sale" signs are sprouting in front yards all over the country.

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