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Reverend Benny & Mister Sid`s At Your Service #32

This week Reverend Benny sneaks us into the inner workings of a group of Young Republicans. Take note of this group's solution to all the world's problems.

(Salem) - President Obama understands what few in Washington understand. That reality television isn't really reality.

That cable television reflects (mostly) right-wing politics. Our Man from Chicago flew to Indiana, a state bright red for decades until it voted for Obama in '08, to promote his stimulus package which conservatives tried to recast as a spending bill.

Paul Stanford Discusses Increasing Medical Marijuana Acceptance in U.S. (VIDEO)

How do the increasing number of states legalizing marijuana for medical use affect the rest of the country?

(SALEM, Ore.) - Medical Marijuana is now legal in 13 U.S. states. This ironic number is a demonstration of the growing popularity of laws that legalize and regulate the medicinal use of cannabis for sick people.

Along with Dr. Phillip Leveque who writes regularly on the subject, one of Oregon's central figures in the effort to bring this herb to people in a legal way is Paul Stanford of The Hemp and Cannabis Foundation which operates clinics in several states. The newest clinic is in Michigan.

Bi-Partisan Bill Would Protect Rights of Gun Owners

There are more than 109,000 Oregonians with a Concealed Handgun License. Each has undergone an extensive background check and firearms training.

(SALEM, Ore.) - State Representative Kim Thatcher (R-Keizer, St. Paul, Newberg) and State Representative Jeff Barker (D-Aloha) introduced House Bill 2727 today to shield the private information of Oregonians with Concealed Handgun Licenses (CHL).

“Disclosure defeats the whole point of having a concealed weapons permit,” said Thatcher. “The private information about these Oregon gun owners should also remain concealed.”

Powerhouse of Local Sustainability Representatives Gather in Salem Thursday

Sustainability Summit takes place this week in Salem‏.

(SALEM, Ore.) - A distinguished delegation of sustainability representatives, will gather Thurs., Feb. 19, from 8:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. at the Phoenix Grand Hotel in Salem, Oregon.

The group plans to explore opportunities for sustainability partnership projects in Salem and the region. The State of Oregon and many Salem organizations are already leading the way in sustainability efforts.

Reed to Host Rouslin Art Benefit For Salem Chamber Orchestra

The event happens on the first Wednesday in March.

(SALEM, Ore.) - The Reed Opera House, in concert with the Salem Chamber Orchestra, will launch an exhibit of watercolors by Dr. Sam Rouslin at a wine reception on Wednesday, March 4, in the Reed’s second floor Gallery 205.

The “First Wednesday” wine reception honoring Dr. Rouslin from 5:30 to 8 p.m. is open to the public. All of the paintings in the exhibit have been gifted to the Salem Chamber Orchestra, and all proceeds from the sale of the Rouslin art will directly benefit the orchestra.

Nearly Half of Oregonians Oppose Efforts to Allow Employers to Penalize

This analysis is based on 500 interviews; the survey was conducted December 3 - 7, 2008.

(PORTLAND, Ore.) - Almost a Majority of Oregonians Oppose Efforts to Revise the Oregon Medical Marijuana Act to Allow Employers to Fire or Not Hire Medical Marijuana Patients.

By a margin of 17 points, voters oppose amending Oregon’s 1998 Medical Marijuana Act (for which there is still resounding support across the state) to allow employers to discriminate against medical marijuana patients.

Foster Parent Who Had 90 Kids Over the Years, Arrested for Sexual Abuse

If you have any information regarding victims of Warren Tripp, please call Detective Doug Cook at (503)846-2597.

(ALOHA, Ore.) - Criminal investigators say Aloha resident 59-year-old Warren Tripp, was arrested in January on charges involving sexual molestation of a child in his foster care home.

Sheriff's Detectives are seeking the public's help with identifying any other victims that may have suffered sexual abuse by Mr. Tripp but have not yet reported it to law enforcement.

State Urges Drivers to Use Fog Lights Correctly and Safely

If you plan to install fog and/or auxiliary lights as an after market feature, it is important to know that Oregon has adopted special rules that manufacturers must meet.

(SALEM, Ore.) - With steadily increasing numbers of vehicles on the road with auxiliary or fog lights, state transportation safety officials are reminding people to use vehicle lighting correctly and safely.

"Driving towards a car with both headlights and fog or auxiliary lights on can be like driving toward a car with its high headlight beams on, it can be blinding," said Michele OLeary with the Oregon Department of Transportation's Safety Division.

Rich Countries Grab Land to Safeguard Future Food Supplies

Land grabs are taking place in poor countries all over the world where governments are desperate for income.

(LONDON) - Rich governments and corporations are triggering alarm for the poor as they buy up agricultural land in developing countries to secure their own long-term food supplies.

Amber Alert Issued in Texas for Little Girl

Anyone with information is asked to call the Conroe, Texas Police Department at 936-522-3200 or dial 911.

(CONROE, Tx.) - The Sate of Texas issued an Amber Alert Tuesday morning after a girl was abducted on Monday night in Conroe.

Police in Texas believe the child is in danger.

5-year old Annabelle Williams-Furlano, a white female, is three feet four inches tall and she weighs about 35 pounds.