News 2008-06-02 Andanh.com

Olivia's Legacy Mon, 02 Jun 2008 03:00 EST

Rogue Valley nurses rally behind effort to grant a lasting tribute to the woman who led the way.

Restaurant Inspections Mon, 02 Jun 2008 03:00 EST

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

Slim Jim Lane Mon, 02 Jun 2008 03:00 EST

With a little help from the community, an unlikely strip of blackberry bushes will soon be transformed into Slim Jim Lane, a walkway for pets awaiting adoption at the Jackson County Animal Care and Control Center.

Computer recycling made easier, cost will fall Mon, 02 Jun 2008 03:00 EST

Soon you'll be able to drop off computers and screens at Rogue Disposal's transfer station for recycling, thanks to a new state law aimed at preventing toxic "e-waste" from clogging landfills or getting shipped to Third World countries.

CSN kick off Britt season with mellow, heartfelt show Mon, 02 Jun 2008 03:00 EST

It figured that Crosby, Stills and Nash would kick off their show — and Britt's summer season — with an acoustic version of "Wasted on the Way.

Medford K-12 budget: No teacher cuts Mon, 02 Jun 2008 03:00 EST

The Medford School District expects no teacher position cuts in next year's budget and will see moderate growth in state education funding for the second consecutive year.

Emergency Services Mon, 02 Jun 2008 03:00 EST

Felony arrests

School zones in summer: Play it safe Mon, 02 Jun 2008 03:00 EST

Are the 20 mph speed limits in school zones effective during the summer when school is out of session?

Busch-whacked Mon, 02 Jun 2008 03:00 EST

DOVER, Del. — As is the case at most NASCAR tracks, Kyle Busch heard the boos at Dover International Speedway.

North Medford baseball tryouts today Mon, 02 Jun 2008 03:00 EST

Signups and tryouts for the North Medford summer baseball programs will be held today at 4 p.m. at the North Medford High School fields.

Red Wings on verge of winning Cup Mon, 02 Jun 2008 03:00 EST

DETROIT — Nicklas Lidstrom's feet rested inches away from the winged wheel logo on the floor of the Detroit dressing room, a veritable shrine to the storied history of the Original Six franchise.

Boyd's big day keeps Mustangs perfect Mon, 02 Jun 2008 03:00 EST

RED BLUFF, Calif. — Griff Boyd was so hot on Sunday, he could have beaten Red Bluff by himself.

HomeGrown: Make solid choices on the road to success Mon, 02 Jun 2008 03:00 EST

Editor's note: This is one in a weekly series of profiles on locally owned and operated businesses in Southern Oregon. Lisa Kelly answered the following questions.

Flawed victory Mon, 02 Jun 2008 03:00 EST

The Supreme Court pleased workers last week when it ruled in two cases that employees who suffer retaliation after complaining about discrimination may sue under existing civil rights law.

Walden backs Bush, again Mon, 02 Jun 2008 03:00 EST

Greg Walden voted against the new GI Bill. Not surprising considering that he has been nothing but a sycophant for this traitor, George W. Bush, we still have to call president.

Press should smarten up, not dumb down, campaign coverage Mon, 02 Jun 2008 03:00 EST

As dramatic as the contests have been for the Democratic and Republican presidential nominations, they have not been enough to satisfy the myth-makers.

Invasion of nonnative species is not welcome
DIAMOND LAKE - A silent invasion of nonnative species could be under way in any of Oregon's water bodies, but by the time one would be obvious it would already be too late.

UCC nursing program works to improve passing percentage
WINCHESTER - Second-year Umpqua Community College nursing student Stephanie Randolph failed her first midterm that was written in the same style as the national licensing test.

Crater picks off Glencoe for 5A title
Class 5A

Ashland holds off Thurston, 4-3
KEIZER - Luke Jannusch's solo home run in the top of the seventh proved to be the game-winner in Ashland's 4-3 win over Thurston in the 5A title game at Volcanoes Stadium Saturday.

2008 Spring All-League Selections
BASEBALL

Partnership between colleges benefits community
We're always in favor of advancing educational opportunities for Douglas County residents.

Postal Service stamps half of Roseburg with new zip code
Residents that live in about 12,000 Roseburg-area homes will have a new zip code starting July 1, according to Jerry Copelin, postmaster of the Roseburg Post Office.

Adding mistake leads to incorrect campaign finance disclosures
Campaign expenses listed for candidates for Douglas County commissioners and sheriff were misreported in stories that ran last week.

Grants Pass scores in 10th to stun Roseburg, 2-1
CORVALLIS - After dropping a pair of 10-inning games to Roseburg during the regular season, the third time was a charm for Grants Pass on softball's center stage on Saturday.

Police: Alleged robbers took almost $6,000 from bank
Perhaps drawing from past experience, a Coos Bay man is said to have warned tellers during his alleged robbery of a Roseburg bank not to pull any tricks as he threatened to shoot them and demanded cash from their tills.

Royals take victory from UVC's grasp
KEIZER - In the closest of games, the difference between victory and defeat is minute. In the OSAA Class 2A/1A state championship baseball game Friday, both Portland Christian and Umpqua Valley Christian came within inches of victory ... twice.

Hooves in the garden
DAYS CREEK - When she was 3 years old, California-born Catherine Lassesen fell in love with horses.

Fire season officially started Mon, 2 Jun 2008 00:26:53 -0700
8 a.m., Monday, June 2, 2008 Klamath and Lake County fire officials have declared Saunday the first day of fire season and limited some activities on private, county and state forestlands.

Ceremony marks transfer of Klamath Sportsmans Park Sun, 1 Jun 2008 17:06:24 -0700
5 p.m., Sunday, June 1, 2008 The Bill Scholtes Klamath Sportsmans Park near Keno kicked-off the outdoor recreation season with a ribbon cutting ceremony on Saturday to mark a change in ownership.

Foreclosure trend hits Basin Sun, 1 Jun 2008 12:06:46 -0700
Noon, Sunday, June 1, 2008 At least 100 Klamath County property owners are facing foreclosure proceedings and likely will lose their land and homes.

Hosanna has new administrator Sat, 31 May 2008 17:06:15 -0700
5 p.m., Saturday, May 31, 2008 Richard “Jeff” Mudrow was hired as the new head administrator at Hosanna Christian School.

EagleRidge director named Sat, 31 May 2008 12:07:31 -0700
Noon, May 31, 2008 The lead teacher at EagleRidge High School was named the school’s director, effective July 1.

Agencies look at ways to accommodate future development Fri, 30 May 2008 23:02:37 -0700
10 p.m, Friday, May 30, 2008 Klamath County leaders are examining the urban growth boundary to determine whether it needs to expand to accommodate future development and industry.

Cardiac patients host goodbye party Fri, 30 May 2008 12:08:18 -0700
Noon, Friday, May 30, 2008 Heart attack survivors who attended Sky Lakes Medical Center’s cardiac rehabilitation program will gather for one more time today before the program closes.

Purple Parrot robber pleads guilty Fri, 30 May 2008 11:52:34 -0700
10 a.m., Friday, May 30, 2008 A woman facing charges for robbing the Purple Parrot lounge Sept. 12 pleaded guilty to second-degree robbery Wednesday and will be sentenced in June. Jennifer Renee Baker, 24, pleaded guilty as part of a plea agreement. Additional charges of first-degree robbery and conspiring to commit robbery were dismissed.

Final performances sold out Thu, 29 May 2008 12:47:42 -0700
12:45 p.m. Thursday, May 29, 2008 Tickets to the last two performances of the Linkville Players' production of 'Man of La Mancha' are sold out. The locally produced show's final performances are set for Friday and Saturday, ending the month-long production. The Linkville's next production, "Little Violet and the Angel," will run July 11-Aug. 2.

Saturday night with the Klamath Crusaders Sun, 1 Jun 2008 23:32:12 -0700
The smell of fresh popcorn was in the air an hour before game time Saturday night at Mazama High School’s football stadium.

The time to plant Tue, 27 May 2008 15:10:39 -0700
Back and forth temperatures have caused concern for local nurseries, but owners are still optimistic that the season will end strong.

Public safety Sun, 1 Jun 2008 23:32:12 -0700
Klamath County Jail As of Sunday evening, there were 125 people in the Klamath County Jail, which has a designed capacity of 152.

Major criminal cases in Klamath County Thu, 15 May 2008 15:49:09 -0700
Here is a list of current major crime cases in Klamath County (please note that this list includes a wide assortment and variety of crimes, some of which may be very upsetting to readers). Most of these cases are being handled locally. Readers who know of other developments in these or other cases, email mdoyle@heraldandnews.com or news@heraldandnews.com.

Crusaders end season with 35-34 victory Sat, 31 May 2008 23:47:33 -0700
Posted 11:45 p.m. Saturday, May 31, 2008 Klamath Crusaders tight end Mitch Heath picked a great time to grab his first touchdown catch of the season. Then, the kicking game picked an even better time to convert. Heath reeled in a game-tying, 15-yard touchdown pass from Craig Schofield with one minute, 22 seconds remaining, then Chris Dodd made a rare Klamath extra-point kick to lead the Crusaders to a 35-34 victory over the Vancouver Vipers Saturday night in an Oregon Football League game at Viking Field.

Henley's Patzke earns Skyline Player of the Year Sat, 31 May 2008 23:47:33 -0700
Posted 11:45 p.m. Saturday, May 31, 2008 Henley second baseman Sierra Patzke has been named Skyline Conference Player of the Year for the recently completed softball season. She was one of five Henley players to gain first-team recognition by the league’s coaches.

SCL softball honors go to youngsters Sat, 31 May 2008 23:47:33 -0700
Posted 11:45 p.m. Saturday, May 31, 2008 CHILOQUIN — Youth was served when coaches in the Southern Cascade League voted on the 2008 all-conference softball team, with just eight seniors gaining honors, four each on the first and second team.

East dominates SCL baseball honors Sat, 31 May 2008 23:47:33 -0700
Posted 11:45 a.m. Saturday, May 31, 2008 CHILOQUIN — The Southern Cascade League 2008 all-league baseball team had a distinct eastside look.

A perfect ending Sun, 1 Jun 2008 23:32:12 -0700
With 4 seconds on the clock, Klamath Crusaders linebacker Rocky Nelson had one play left in his football career.

World class air show shouldn’t ban alcohol Sun, 1 Jun 2008 23:32:12 -0700
Three of the four Klamath Falls City Council members have their business heads in the sand by denying alcohol at the upcoming air show.

Why did treatment take so long? Sun, 1 Jun 2008 23:32:12 -0700
At 6:15 p.m., a friend of mine called wanting a ride to the emergency room because of a bad migraine.

Force automakers to fight oil companies Sun, 1 Jun 2008 23:32:12 -0700
The help needed to curb the “rape at the pump” cannot be found in an e-mail saying to not buy gas or diesel on any certain day. That just makes the oil companies laugh.

Who’s really at fault when students fail to learn in school? Sun, 1 Jun 2008 00:05:59 -0700
Weeks ago I read an article in the Herald News with which I agree fully. It said that teachers should not hold all the responsibility in whether the child in the classroom is there to learn or just there because the truancy cop comes by their house and tells them to.

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