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California National Guard To Conduct Largest Unit Deployment Since Korean War

This unit has already served one year-long tour to Iraq from April 2004 to 2005

(SAN BERNARDINO, Calif. ) - A farewell ceremony for approximately 850 California National Guardsmen from the 1st Battalion, 185th Armor will be held Friday, August 22nd, at the National Orange Show Fairgrounds in San Bernardino, Calif.

The soldiers, from throughout California, will leave for Fort McCoy, Wisconsin after Friday's ceremony where they will spend approximately two months preparing for their year-long deployment to Iraq. This is the largest California National Guard single-unit deployment since the Korean War.

The Cold War is Over

The Bush Administration blames Russia of the very things it has done in the 21st Century while dismissing its conduct in Iraq as being of no consequence. A large majority of Americans would disagree.

(PASO ROBLES, Calif.) - The U.S. accuses Russia of returning to its authoritative past, but logic suggests the United States is more the aggressor than the Russians.

Since the end of the Cold War and the break up of the Soviet Union, Russia has cooperated with the United States in many significant ways that one would think should cement relationships between them.

Under reasonable circumstances it would, but Geo. W. Bush and his administration seem less interested in rapport [a friendly relationship between people based on mutual respect, trust, and a sense that they understand and share each other's concern] than in expanding U.S. influence worldwide as it relates to Bush’s religious concept.

30 Kilos of Cocaine Seized by Oregon State Police Near Sutherlin

"Winston", a DINT drug detection canine assisted with the bust.

(SUTHERLIN, Ore.) - Two Washington men were arrested after approximately 65 pounds of cocaine were found in hidden compartments in their car during a traffic stop Thursday morning.

Police say that about 10:00 AM, an OSP senior trooper stopped a 2007 Honda Accord displaying Washington license plates traveling north on 1-5 near milepost 140, for following too close and other hazardous traffic offenses.

Authorities say the seized cocaine has an estimated value of approximately $600,000.

Sex: Men, Women and Pussy Wussies

Sexual exploits of people in the spotlight are judged and persecuted as if their behavior was somehow unique. Sex isn't new, what's to ponder?

(MOLALLA, Ore.) - I am constrained by recent stories of the sexual peccadillo's of prominent men including the likes of Presidents Jefferson, Cleveland, Eisenhower, Kennedy, and Clinton, all distinguished presidents of this fair country.

I’m not going to be rehashing their impact but writing about something I know a little more about, namely, The Greatest Generation, male and female.

Benny and Sid`s Your Public Service Announcements #8

(Salem) - This week's announcements include a look at His Highness George Bush's spiritual bonding with America's Best, the ever credible Jerome Corsi's take on John McCain, and guess who's joining Republicans for Obama? See you there!

Incoming Storm Bears Strong Likeness to Winter Weather System

An unseasonably strong weather system is moving over southwest Washington and Northwest Oregon beginning this afternoon.

(SALEM, Ore. ) - In stark contrast to the record-setting summer temperatures of last week, dark clouds are coming, if they haven't arrived in your neck of the woods.

According to the NOAA, the unusually strong weather front will produce relatively gusty winds along the Oregon Coast with gusts at their strongest late this evening.

Wind will likely gust in the 40 to 50 mph range near coastal headlands at the peak of the storm. Coastal communities will experience winds peaking around 30 mph.

Salem-News Follows Oregon Soldiers Departure For Iraq (VIDEO)

Tim King is embedded with the 2-641 Aviation group; watch for his ongoing series from the Iraq war zone

(FORT BENNING, Georgia) - Oregon Guard soldiers from 2-641 Aviation on their way to a deployment in Balad, Iraq have spent the last week at Fort Benning, Georgia preparing for their deployment in the war theater. The weather has been warm and humid but they say the training is essential toward their preparation.

Staff Sergeant Chris Fisher with the Oregon Guard says it’s a change from Northwest living.

"It’s hot and muggy here, that’s for sure, it is quite a culture shock and a weather change from being on the west coast."

Presidential Race `08 Panders to Prejudices

Truth-in-Politics just isn't what it used to be, and nobody seems to know the difference.

(SALEM, Ore.) - It's bias that is the by-word in the Great Presidential Race of '08. Color of skin? Shade of hair? Tenure vs. tenderfoot? Born on mainland or the Hawaiian Islands somewhat offshore?

Fatal Two-Vehicle Accident North of Madras

Oregon State Police is continuing the investigation into the cause of this fatal traffic crash.

(MADRAS, Ore.) - A Clackamas-area woman died and six others were injured Sunday night in a two-vehicle crash on Highway 26 north of Madras.

Stabbing Death in NE Salem Still Under Investigation

Anyone with information regarding this homicide is asked to contact the Salem Police at: 503-588-6050

(SALEM, Ore.) - A 37-year old Salem man died after being stabbed in North East Salem August 12th. The Salem Police Department has been conducting an extensive investigation into the circumstances surrounding the homicide.