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New Oregon Wine Country Maps Detail Vineyards, Wineries In State`s Winegrowing Regions

The Map Store Uses Computer Mapping and Internet Technology to Produce Groundbreaking New Wine Maps for the Oregon Wine Industry.

(WINDSOR, Calif.) - The Map Store has just announced the release of the Oregon State American Viticultural Area Maps. These maps, a first for the Oregon wine industry, provide topographical details of Oregon vineyards as well as pinpoint winery and tasting room locations.

Siemens to Supply 141 Wind Turbines for Oregon Wind Farm

The Siemens Energy Sector is the world's leading supplier of a complete spectrum of products, services and solutions for the generation, transmission and distribution of power and for the extraction, conversion and transport of oil and gas.

(ORLANDO, Fla.) - Siemens Power Generation, Inc., part of the global Siemens Energy Sector, has been awarded another major order for its 2.3-megawatt (MW) wind turbines.

Siemens will supply 65 wind turbines for the Biglow Canyon Wind Farm Phase 2 and 76 units for the Biglow Canyon Wind Farm Phase 3 in Sherman County in Oregon.

Albany to Host Public Forum on Bike Park

Local BMX riders asked for a bike park at the March 5th Parks & Recreation Commission meeting

(ALBANY, Ore. ) - Albany Parks & Recreation staff will host a public forum and workshop to consider creating a bike park in Albany.

UN Cites Major Gains in Treating Women and Children with AIDS

UN report cites major gains in treating women and children with AIDS.

(GENEVA) - A United Nations report released today shows progress in treating children with AIDS and preventing mother-to-child transmission of HIV, but urges greater efforts to stem the tide of the global epidemic.

According to Children and AIDS, there were some 2.1 million children under 15 living with HIV in 2007, most of whom were infected before birth, during delivery or while breastfeeding.

Silverton Man Struck by Vehicle on Highway 214

Police say the driver immediately stopped and rendered assistance to the injured man.

(SILVERTON, Ore.) - Police say a 79-year old Silverton man received non-life threatening injuries Thursday morning when he was struck by a car while attempting to walk across Highway 214 in Silverton.

Preliminary investigation indicates that this morning at approximately 6:30 AM, 79-year old Martin Nelson of Silverton, was attempting to walk across Highway 214 from the local McDonald's restaurant.

Governor`s Alcohol Awareness Month Decree Focuses on Teen Drinking

Problems continue in Oregon; 20 percent of 18- to 25-year olds abuse or are dependent on alcohol and need treatment.

(SALEM, Ore.) - Alcohol abuse and underage drinking continue to plague Oregon, and the health and social consequences are serious, sometimes fatal, according to the Oregon Department of Human Services Addictions and Mental Health Division.

Drinking starts young in this state. Thirty-one percent of Oregon's eighth graders and half the 11th graders reported regular alcohol use last year.

Meetings Allow Input Over Oregon`s Health Reform Proposal

Oregon Health Fund Board members will crisscross the state for public input on health care system changes.

(SALEM, Ore.) - Beginning on May 1st, the Oregon Health Fund Board will kick off a series of 13 community meetings across the state to listen to public input on the broad concepts of health reform.

The Oregon Health Fund Board, established by the 2007 Legislature, is a diverse group of seven citizens responsible for developing a statewide health reform proposal in time for the 2009 Legislative session.

Uyghur Homes in Remote Xinjiang Raided by Chinese Police

Muslims and Communists traditionally couldn't be at farther ends of the political spectrum. Now Beijing is accused of using the U.S. "war on terror" to crack down on nonviolent supporters of Uyghur independence.

(HONG KONG) - Chinese police have conducted raids on several houses in the restive northwestern region of Xinjiang, possibly looking for weapons, sources in the area have told Radio Free Asia.

Southern Oregon Site to be Treated for Gypsy Moths

Introductions of gypsy moths in Oregon can usually be traced to vehicles or outdoor household articles originating from infested areas of the northeastern U.S.

(SALEM, Ore. ) - The state's zero tolerance policy for gypsy moths is scheduled to be on display later this month as the Oregon Department of Agriculture conducts an eradication project in Southern Oregon against the non-native plant-eating insect pest.

UPDATE: Hillary Clinton to Campaign in Oregon Saturday

Oregon's primary will be held May 20th, and has 52 delegates at stake.

(PORTLAND, Ore. ) - Hillary Clinton is set to campaign in Oregon this weekend.

Hillary will hold a “Solutions for America” event in Portland Saturday morning, and a “Solutions for America” rally in Eugene at South Eugene High School that afternoon.