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Series of Disaster Relief Measures Approved by Senate

Coastal delegation praises responsiveness to recent storms, commitment to preparedness.

(SALEM, Ore.) - Legislators passed a series of bills on the floor today that address disaster relief for Oregonians. Partly inspired by the devastating coastal storms of December 2007, HB 3605 and HB 3606 will give relief to Oregonians in a declared emergency. Additionally, HB 3608 clarifies the role of Oregon in the Pacific Northwest Emergency Arrangement.

"We saw devastation throughout my district this winter," said Sen. Betsy Johnson (D-Scappose), "This suite of bills will offer real relief to Oregonians who are adversely affected by declared natural disasters."

Lincoln City: Gem of the Oregon Coast (VIDEO)

The gift of sunny skies and warm air was especially appreciated Wednesday on the Oregon coast.

(SALEM, Ore.) - There may have been plenty of competition, but the most beautiful place in Oregon Wednesday had to be Lincoln City; a seaside community on the state's central coast.

During the 80's Lincoln City still looked much like it had in prior decades, today it is very different. Upgraded buildings that include restaurants and motels and tourist facilities are matched by stunning oceanfront homes with sweeping views.

Dalke Construction Wins Fire Station Contract

All four stations were designed using the same floor plan for efficiency by Group Mackenzie Architecture of Portland.

(SALEM, Ore.) - The City of Salem has awarded to Dalke Construction Company, Inc., a contract in the amount of $7,807,000 for the construction of new Fire Station Nos. 5, 7, 10, and 11.

In 2006, the residents of Salem passed a $24.72 million Fire General Obligation Bond that provided funding for fleet replacement, station construction, and station upgrades.

State Had More Job Losses than Gains in Second Quarter of 2007

The Oregon data show a long-term trend of declining job churn due to growing and shrinking businesses. The same trend is seen in new businesses and those going out of business.

(SALEM, Ore.) - Oregon’s private sector lost 104,666 jobs in businesses that closed or contracted between March and June of 2007. It gained 101,225 jobs in businesses that opened or expanded.

The net loss of 3,441 jobs was the first quarterly loss since the second quarter of 2003, at the tail end of the last recession.

Micro-Publisher`s Book Hits Big Time

3rd Printing in Three Months for The True Story of the Bilderberg Group.

(PORTLAND, Ore.) - As the Northwest has led the country in the micro-brew industry, TrineDay, an Oregon micro-publishing house that releases 4-6 books a year, has garnered big sales with its latest release, The True Story of the Bilderberg Group by international bestselling author, Daniel Estulin.

After the major and small publishers had rebuffed efforts by Eustlin's literary agents (one of Europe's top firms) to find a U.S. publisher for his Bilderberg book, which sold over 1.5 millions copies world wide.

Kosovo and the Politics of Recognition

Thoughts on the situation in Kosovo by Stephen Zunes, a professor of politics and international studies at the University of San Francisco, and a contributor to Foreign Policy In Focus.

(SAN FRANCISCO) - Even among longstanding supporters of national self-determination for Kosovo, the eagerness with which the Bush administration extended diplomatic recognition immediately upon that country’s declaration of independence has raised serious concerns.

Indeed, it serves as a reminder of the series of U.S. policy blunders over the years that have compounded the Balkan tragedy.

Marketing Exchange Luncheon Attracts New Business to Your Door

Reserve your place now as there will be limited seating.

(SALEM, Ore.) - The Salem Convention and Visitors Association (SCVA) is holding their Marketing Exchange luncheon Thursday, March 6th, 2008 from 11:45 AM – 1:15 PM at Willamette Valley Vineyards, RSVPs and prepayment are required.

SCVA’s Marketing Exchange will provide the opportunity for businesses to gain knowledge of the visitor industry and how to tap into Salem’s lucrative $226 million industry that employs 2,400 people.

President`s Proposed Budget Cuts Would Hurt Oregonians and Shift Costs to State

Under the President's plan, Oregon would lose about $23 million for adult education and worker training programs.

(SILVERTON, Ore.) - President Bush's proposed 2009 budget would cut over $200 million in federal funding for a slew of social programs in Oregon, shifting costs to the state at time when a weakening economy has shrunk state revenues, according to the Oregon Center for Public Policy.

The proposed budget would slash about $20 billion in spending nationally on domestic "discretionary" programs -- those that must be approved each year -- outside of homeland security, while making permanent all of the 2001 and 2003 Bush tax cuts.

Op Ed: Impeachment Essential NOW
For Congress to Defend
Constitutional Demands

Constitutional abuses by the Bush administration thoroughly demonstrate the need to consider impeachment.

(BEND, Ore. ) - The time has come, once again since the Nixon debacle and the Clinton comedy, for Congress to tighten its surveillance, set up secure hearings to explore explanation for recent and current events, and put into operation the Constitutional process provided by the Founders, if facts prove the need.

Stayton Discusses Skate Park During City Council Meeting

Councilors present Tuesday night were Steve Frank, Don Walters, Tim Grimes & Don Koenig by telephone. Presiding was Mayor Virginia Honeywell.

(STAYTON, Ore.) - In opening remarks, Stayton City Councilor Grimes said that this city is not serving all the residents by limiting where people, namely young people, can congregate or recreate. He spoke about the need for a skate park and that currently anyone wishing to skateboard must leave town.

16-year old Colton Bradley spoke to the city about the need for a skate park so that young persons have a clean place to go and burn off energy and skateboard where it's legal. They say they are tired of being chased off from many places in the city that have banned skateboarders.