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A Son is Given

Christianity is a composite of its religious philosophy and that of others.

(PASO ROBLES, Calif.) - Isaiah was part of a group that, because its thinking rose above the bonds of tradition, exceeded the bounds of its community. When he wrote his prophecy the details were already worked out, and the "essential man" [Jesus] selected:

“For to us a child is born, to us a son is given;” Jesus was the son of Mary, whose personal commitment to Christianity she passed on to her son.

Piracy in the Red Sea: Saudi Points Towards Israel

Columnists fear that a plan is underway for ‘internationalization’ of security in the Red Sea.

(PARIS) - Not only do columnists and analysts openly accuse Israel of sponsoring acts of piracy that multiply off Somali waters, but they also do not hide their fears of an internationalization of security in the Red Sea, where Israel plays a decisive role.

“What is happening in the Horn of Africa is not a simple case of piracy. These acts of piracy raise various questions about the capabilities and equipment of simple outlaws who are seeking ransoms,” wrote Tuesday (November 25) Nawaf Al-Meshal Sabhan in the Saudi daily Al-Iqtissadia.

Police Say Man Killed Himself After Highway Crash

The crash and apparently self-inflicted gunshot wound happened on Highway 197 south of Maupin, Oregon.

(MAUPIN, Ore.) - Oregon State Police troopers are continuing the investigation into the death of a Madras-area man who reportedly shot himself following a Sunday afternoon traffic crash on Highway 197 about eleven miles south of Maupin.

The deceased man had reportedly been involved in an argument with his girlfriend and was the subject of an attempt to locate out of the Madras area.

Israel Reportedly `Breaking the Bones` of Peaceful Demonstrators

Rabin’s legacy: Protesters' accounts show Israel ‘breaking the bones’ of peaceful demonstrators.

(SALFIT ) - Israeli forces are carrying out a policy of shooting at the legs of peaceful demonstrators who protest the Israeli separation wall each Friday in towns across the West Bank, demonstrators are reporting.

The accounts of the Palestinian demonstrators who have been wounded by Israeli fire in recent weeks are raising the legacy of the first Palestinian Intifada, when Israeli then-defense minister Yitzak Rabin ordered his soldiers to “break the bones” of young protesters.

More American Soldiers Killed in Iraq

The soldies were assigned to the 3rd Battalion, 8th Cavalry Regiment, 3rd Brigade Combat Team, 1st Cavalry Division, Fort Hood, Texas.

(WASHINGTON D.C.) - The Department of Defense announced the death of four soldiers who were supporting Operation Iraqi Freedom.

They died February 9th in Mosul, Iraq, of wounds suffered when an improvised explosive device detonated near their vehicle.

Local, International Films Highlight 6th Video Festival

A video festival in Salem that has grown steadily, this year goes international.

(SALEM, Ore.) - The 6th Mid-Valley Video Festival returns for two day of independent films, networking and parties, February 27 and 28 at Northern Lights Theatre Pub in Salem.

Several locally-produced full length features will also be shown. The debut from writer, director, and star Raymond Steers, "Sum of the Parts" blends action, science fiction, innovative editing and a montage of photos and computer effects to reveal a captivating and suspenseful thrill ride.

Police Officer Shoots Pit Bull After Pair Attack Dogs

One officer discharged his side arm fatally wounding one pit bull, saying he feared for the safety of responding police.

(BEAVERTON, Ore.) - Beaverton Police responded to a report today at 2:25 p.m. from a woman who said she had two pit bulls in her backyard attacking her dogs.

Presidents Day - Washington`s Birthday History

Is it Presidents Day or Washington's Birthday?

(Salem) - Washington's Birthday as a federal holiday was created in 1880 for government offices in the District of Columbia and expanded nation wide in 1885.

It was the first federal holiday to honor an American citizen.

U.S. Senate Celebrates Oregon`s Sesquicentenial

Wyden, Merkley Led Effort to Honor Oregon’s 150th Year of Statehood.

(WASHINGTON D.C.) - The United States Senate today unanimously passed a resolution introduced by Senators Ron Wyden and Jeff Merkley celebrating 150 years of Oregon statehood. The action comes two days before Oregon’s sesquicentennial.

“Since its first days, Oregon has embodied the pioneering spirit of our nation. It has always attracted people who are exploring for new ideas and new ways of life,” Wyden said.

FDIC closes Pinnacle Bank in Beaverton

Pinnacle Bank becomes first bank closed in Oregon since 1991.

(Salem) - On Friday February 13^th Pinnacle Bank of Beaverton became the first Oregon bank to be closed since 1991 and the 13^th bank to be close this year.

Washington Trust Bank of Spokane, Washington will assume all of the deposits.