News 2008-06-01 Andanh.com

$235,350 for a public restroom? Sun, 01 Jun 2008 03:07:00 EST
Bush's Pasture Park is getting a new restroom, complete with stainless steel fixtures and sturdy concrete construction. Park visitors will have a functional, if not fancy, place to "go." It's the price tag — on par with the cost of a three-bedroom house — that has people talking. Taxpayers are handing over $235,350 for the restroom building and related site costs, city records show.

Official decries lack of parole notification Sun, 01 Jun 2008 03:11:00 EST
New criticism of Oregon's parole board comes from Bill Carroll, chief investigator for the Criminal Services Division in the state attorney general's office.

'We are an amazing class' Sun, 01 Jun 2008 02:23:00 EST
Malena Thackeray, 17, was excited to get out of high school and start the rest of her life.

Kids fall short of can-collecting mark Sun, 01 Jun 2008 02:30:00 EST
KEIZER — Twelve children, ages 11 months to 9 years, worked a 9-to-5 on Saturday in Keizer — collecting aluminum cans to break the Guinness world record for the most cans collected in an eight-hour period.

Council to decide about flight school on Monday Sun, 01 Jun 2008 02:29:00 EST
Salem City Council faces a difficult choice: alienate neighbors or risk a fight with the federal government.

Father, son shoot each other at home Sun, 01 Jun 2008 02:29:00 EST
A father and son shot each other Friday night in Grand Ronde during a family argument fueled by alcohol, officials said.

Police respond to man holed up in house Sun, 01 Jun 2008 02:32:00 EST
A Salem Police SWAT team was called to a northeast Salem home Saturday afternoon after a man barricaded himself inside, police said.

Upcoming county roadwork schedule Sun, 01 Jun 2008 02:32:00 EST
POLK COUNTY — Polk County Public Works office roadwork schedule includes upcoming road improvement projects on Mill Creek, Brown and James Howe roads.

Rosé is the perfect warm-weather wine Sun, 01 Jun 2008 03:02:00 EST
Dry rosé is a perfect choice when the weather turns warm, though many enjoy it year-round. Imported rosé can range from bone dry and minerally to more lush and fruit forward.

Missing woman's husband fails lie-detector test Sun, 01 Jun 2008 02:52:00 EST
PORTLAND — The husband of a Portland-area mother who has been missing since March has failed a lie-detector test.

African students an encouragement Sun, 01 Jun 2008 02:30:00 EST
Among Corban College's 900-plus students, there are two who have a penchant for making a difference in people's lives simply by embracing and spreading their joy of life to people around them.

Three join Associated Oregon Industries Fri, 30 May 2008 17:46:00 EST
Vice presidents Elizabeth "Betsy" Earls, J.L. Wilson and Robert "Bob" Richmond have been hired by Associated Oregon Industries in Salem.

Regional personal per capita income drops, bureau reports Fri, 30 May 2008 17:46:00 EST
Oregonians are losing ground, in terms of money, compared with the rest of the country.

Seventh-inning homer lifts Ashland to title Sun, 01 Jun 2008 01:25:00 EST
KEIZER — It might have been strange enough that Ashland's cleanup hitter didn't have any home runs this year.

Hoopla basketball tournament hits 10-year mark Sun, 01 Jun 2008 01:27:00 EST
One of the Salem-area's signature events turns 10 years old next month.

Marist tops Henley for 4A softball crown Sun, 01 Jun 2008 01:29:00 EST
Whitney Hoff scored the game-winning run in the 10th inning, as Marist outlasted Henley, 1-0, to win the Class 4A state championship Saturday at the OSU Softball Complex in Corvallis.

Late 2-run homer lifts Clackamas Sun, 01 Jun 2008 01:37:00 EST
KEIZER — Tigard pitcher Ryan Gorton lost his no-hitter, then his defense behind him and then, ultimately, the game.

A chance at redemption? Sun, 01 Jun 2008 01:32:00 EST
ALEXANDRIA, La. — An umpire teasingly calls him "Bat Man." His teammates consider it an embarrassment and a "slap in the face." His former ballclub sees it as a bit of harmless fun.

Without top pitcher, Newport captures state title Sun, 01 Jun 2008 01:39:00 EST
KEIZER — Losing its No. 1 starting pitcher and cleanup hitter in the midst of the OSAA Class 4A state baseball playoffs easily could have meant disaster for Newport.

Readers sound off on Beavers, other topics Sun, 01 Jun 2008 02:02:00 EST
Beavers didn't deserve berth, neither did Sooners

Grants Pass wins 6A title in 10 innings Sun, 01 Jun 2008 01:39:00 EST
CORVALLIS — Chelsey Chamberlain singled in the game-winning run for Grants Pass in the 10th inning to capture the Class 6A state championship 2-1 against Southwest Conference rival Roseburg.

Oregon sends 14 athletes to NCAA championships Sun, 01 Jun 2008 02:12:00 EST
NORTHRIDGE, Calif. — Rachel Yurkovich defended her NCAA West Regional women's javelin title, Andrew Wheating's undefeated season rolled on, and Oregon advanced another nine competitors and the men's 4x400 relay team to the NCAA Championships during Saturday's action at Matador Track and Field Complex.

Around Oregon Sun, 01 Jun 2008 02:12:00 EST
OGA Tournament of Champions: Rebecca Kim, a former McNary golfer who is taking a leave of absence from Duke to pursue a professional golf career, is four shots ahead of the field with a 68 after the first round of the Oregon Golf Association Tournament of Champions at the OGA course in Woodburn.

'Indiana Jones' and unleaded gas Sat, 31 May 2008 16:37:00 EST
Click on the cartoon galleries to see more cartoons.

Youths accept gay marriage more than some Sat, 31 May 2008 21:00:00 EST
MERCED, Calif. — A commencement address should be uplifting and enlightening. Leave it to me to deliver one that inadvertently was controversial because it touched on a subject that some people don't feel comfortable discussing: gay marriage.

No one trusts a snitch, Scott Sat, 31 May 2008 21:00:00 EST
Sometimes the answers to our most perplexing questions can be found on the playground.

Campaign season brings its share of positive, negative press Sat, 31 May 2008 21:00:00 EST
WASHINGTON — As dramatic as the contests have been for the Democratic and Republican presidential nominations, they have not been enough to satisfy the myth-makers.

Helicopter school doesn't belong in urban area Sat, 31 May 2008 21:00:00 EST
On June 2, the Salem City Council will decide on an issue that will affect the quality of life for thousands of people living in and around Salem.

Helicopter school not compatible with safety Sat, 31 May 2008 21:00:00 EST
I must disagree with Donald Jay's assertion that there was only one school affected by helicopter training flights (letters, May 28).

Flight school noise annoying to resident Sat, 31 May 2008 21:00:00 EST
Has another flight school started up to replace the former Silver State Helicopters that went bankrupt?

Chalkboard Project can help school districts Sat, 31 May 2008 21:00:00 EST
So much about education comes down to what happens between the teacher and the student. It stands to reason that our communities want teachers who grow and learn throughout their careers. We want them to be rewarded for taking on extra responsibilities. We want young teachers to be mentored so they don't burn out early. We want talented veterans to stay in the classroom, if that's where their heart is, rather than jumping to administration because the pay is better.

Wake up and vote; turnout must increase Sat, 31 May 2008 21:00:00 EST
I read in the Statesman Journal that 60 percent of registered voters took part in our recent primary election. They seemed to think that was a goodly figure of voters.

Ballots should include postage that is due Sat, 31 May 2008 21:00:00 EST
I really appreciate being able to vote by mail. It is the hassle of what to do with the ballot after voting.

DHS tobacco-free-zone policy takes effect Fri, 30 May 2008 21:00:00 EST
Phillip McCoy's favorite spot for smoke breaks is gone, but then, he doesn't need it anymore.

Chinook fishing to be halted on Willamette Fri, 30 May 2008 21:00:00 EST
The news wasn't good Friday for Chinook fishermen on the Willamette River or for halibut anglers who fish out of Columbia River ports.

Sunday's ride to kick off rodeo season Fri, 30 May 2008 23:10:00 EST
More than 400 horseback riders are expected to participate Sunday in the annual Trail Ride and Pancake Breakfast that kicks off the St. Paul Rodeo season.

Wildflower hike set for Sunday Fri, 30 May 2008 23:11:00 EST
An all-day hike to view wildflowers on Dog Mountain — an outing of the Willamette Valley Chapter of the Native Plant Society that is free and open to anyone — will be led by the club's John Savage on Sunday. To register and to obtain trip details, call (503) 399-8615 after 7 p.m.

Landslide closures opened after months Fri, 30 May 2008 21:00:00 EST
Three roads in the Middle Fork Ranger District of Willamette National Forest that have been closed since Jan. 19 due landslides have been reopened, but numerous other forest roads in the are will remained closed to protect public safety. The opened roads are Forest Road 5875, also knows as Shady Gap-Fields Road, Forest Road 5883, also know as Eagle Creek Road, and Forest Road 2316, also knows as Wolf Mountain Road.

Our tech-dependence grows, better or worse Sat, 31 May 2008 21:00:00 EST
The staff knows that, in an emergency, call my wife. She'll track me down. Chances are I'm around — but sometimes without my phone.

Salem's Hallie Ford Museum is making its mark Fri, 30 May 2008 14:38:00 EST
When it comes to art museums, most people don't think of Salem; instead, they focus on the Portland Art Museum or the Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art in Eugene.

Who are the best internationals in NBA history? Sun, 01 Jun 2008 01:29:00 EST
For the past week, I've been mired in basketball history Web sites and chatting up the rest of the Statesman Journal on my latest whimsical project. The goal: to find the best team of international basketball players in NBA history. I had one key rule that eliminates some players from contention: The player had to come directly to the NBA from international play.

Salem community gives back Fri, 30 May 2008 17:46:00 EST
This week the South Salem Little League Mets lost to the Rangers. The boys were sad, but it wasn't something a mother's stash of Laffy Taffy and big sub sandwiches after the game couldn't cure.

Pastors need help from prayers too Fri, 30 May 2008 17:37:00 EST
Ministers are thought to be professional prayers. After all, they get paid to do the religious stuff so they should be able to offer a prayer for a need at the drop of a hymnbook.

Caregivers and their charges need to know you care Thu, 29 May 2008 20:03:00 EST
I have a confession to make: I didn't write all of this column.

Exercise, diet change may ease dog's constipation Thu, 29 May 2008 19:36:00 EST
Dear Smudge and Bryson: I enjoy your column. I have a big problem with constipation.

Words add personal thought to decorating Thu, 29 May 2008 19:04:00 EST
We have found so many wonderful letters and words in craft stores lately, it is hard to decide just which ones to purchase.

Chinese fringetree Thu, 29 May 2008 18:59:00 EST
Well, despite the vagaries of our spring, the season is steadily progressing toward summer. We've witnessed a multitude of flowering plants, from dogwoods to rhododendrons to spiraea.

Boxwood plant disease Thu, 29 May 2008 18:50:00 EST
The Master Gardeners' Question of the Week is courtesy of Oregon State University Extension Service's master gardeners. The master gardeners are trained volunteers who offer homeowners help with gardening problems. Call (503) 623-8395 in Polk County or (503) 373-3770 in Marion County to talk with a master gardener.

Evolution in the Woods Sun, 01 Jun 2008 03:00 EST

In theory, an agreement between loggers, environmentalists and the state to enable forest restoration would seem a victory for all sides of a long-standing dispute. Now the theory is being put into practice.

Closed sessions topic of Phoenix City Council meeting Sun, 01 Jun 2008 03:00 EST

PHOENIX — The City Council on Monday will discuss adding language to council meeting guidelines discouraging public officials from speaking outside closed sessions.

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