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Governor Proclaims Women`s Military History Week in Oregon

An estimated 30,000 and 500,000 female service members were enlisted during World Wars I and II.

(SALEM) - Governor Kulongoski has signed a proclamation designating the week of March 19th-23rd, as Women's Military History Week in Oregon.

For well over two centuries, America's military history is filled with women courageously answering the call of duty during our nation's darkest hours.

Since the American Revolution, women have enlisted in the U.S. Armed Forces to help combat tyranny and preserve the country's freedoms.

Oregon`s Unemployment Rate Up Slightly in February

Seasonally adjusted total nonfarm payroll employment rose by 7,000 in February after a revised decline of 500 in January.

(PORTLAND) - Oregon’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate was 5.3 percent in February compared with 5.2 percent in January. The U.S. seasonally adjusted unemployment rate was 4.5 percent in February and 4.6 percent in January.

In February, Oregon’s seasonally adjusted nonfarm payroll employment rose by 7,000.

Seasonally adjusted total nonfarm payroll employment rose by 7,000 in February after a revised decline of 500 in January (previously reported as a gain of 500).

Oregon House Passes Bill that Updates Disabled Veterans Property Tax Exemption

Currently, approximately 37,500 Oregon veterans receive this property tax exemption.

(SALEM) - Representative Vicki Berger (R-Salem) presented House Bill 2237 to lawmakers during the floor session on Monday.

Be Aware! Salem Road Construction Projects This Week Could Hamper Your Commute

Expect some delays and congestion near these workzones.

(SALEM) - The City of Salem Public Works Department wants you to Be Aware! of some major road construction projects that could affect your commute through Salem.

Please make a note of these projects, and if your commute takes you through one of these workzones, be prepared for delays, or use an alternate route to get to your destination.

Vigil at Oregon Capitol Will Honor War Dead

Iraq War Anniversary Vigil at Salem's Capital, Salem at 6:00 PM

Iraq War Anniversary Vigil at Monteith RiverPark, Albany at 7:00 PM

(SALEM) - Hundreds are expected to gather at the Oregon State capitol tonight for a special candlelight vigil honoring those who have died in combat overseas.

Sponsored by the anti-war activist group moveon.org, the event is a chance for people to gather and share a solemn moment and words of unity. A spokesperson says the event marks an anniversary.

Oregon Lottery Still Looking for $182 Million Powerball Jackpot Winner

This marks the fourth Powerball® jackpot prize won in Oregon.

(SALEM) - Oregon Lottery Still Looking for $182 Million Powerball Jackpot Winner

“In October 2005, we had a $340 million Powerball® jackpot winner from southern Oregon and it was nearly one month before they came to Salem to redeem their ticket,” said Chuck Baumann, Oregon Lottery® spokesman. “The primary reason they waited that long was that they were working with a financial planner and were developing a plan for their winnings,” said Baumann.

Public Urged to Restrain from Touching Seal Pups

In past worst-case scenarios, concerned beach-goers have picked up seal pups and taken them away from the beaches – and their mothers.

(NEWPORT, Ore. ) - Seal pups are beginning to appear on the beaches of Oregon and an Oregon State University marine mammal biologist is urging the public to restrain from trying to “rescue” them.

During this time of year, seal pups are frequently discovered alone on the beach, and “this is perfectly normal,” said Jim Rice, coordinator of the statewide Oregon Marine Mammal Stranding Network headquartered at OSU’s Hatfield Marine Science Center.

Newborn pups typically spend several hours each day waiting for the mothers, he pointed out.

Brooks, Porter Lead Oregon into Sweet 16

The third-seeded Ducks (28-7) will play seventh-seeded UNLV in the semifinals of the Midwest Regional in St. Louis.

(SPOKANE, Wash. ) - So much for the little guys.

The ones from Winthrop, at least. There's one from Oregon still standing mighty tall in the NCAA tournament.

Aaron Brooks' 22 points and a smothering defense led Oregon over the frazzled Eagles 75-61 and eliminated the last remaining double-digit seed from the tournament.

Diminutive but destructive Tajuan Porter, the shortest man on the floor at 5-foot-6, broke open a close game by making his first four shots of the second half Sunday, all from long range.

Be Aware! I-5 Paving Project Between Salem and Aurora Begins Sunday

Drivers should allow extra travel time and consider using alternate routes.

(SALEM) - Beginning Sunday night, a contractor working for the Oregon Department of Transportation will close one set of off and on-ramps per night for repaving along southbound I-5 between Aurora and Salem.

NCAA Tournament: Oregon Heading to Sweet 16

The Ducks blew open a close game in the second half.

(SPOKANE, Wash.) - Oregon is headed to the Sweet 16.

In the Midwest Regional, the #3 Oregon Ducks pounded #11 Winthrop, 75-61.

Oregon will now meet #7 UNLV, who upset #2 Wisconsin, 74-68.