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The State of Media in Oregon`s Capital City

Salem, Oregon should not let Portland dictate what news coverage we receive.

(Salem) - The laws that Oregon`s citizens live by evolve from the state capitol in Salem. People here, decide how people throughout the rest of the state live and what laws they have to abide by. Newspapers, television stations and radio stations from throughout Oregon have crews based in the capitol during legislative season, because Salem is where everything happens when it comes to lobbying and lawmaking.

Super Sunday--- Battle of the Underdogs?

Sports

(Salem) - There is no doubt that this has been an exciting and surprising year in the NFL. Lots of people saw a sure win for the AFC in Indianapolis, Denver, or even late-season bloomers New England. Over in the NFC, Carolina, Seattle, and Chicago all looked like strong hopefuls. Why is this years` big game the battle of the underdogs?

Be Aware! Turner Road Underpass Closed For Two Nights Beginning Wednesday

(Salem) - The Turner Road underpass at I-5 will be closed for two nights on February 8th and 9th as part of the I-5 N. Santiam to Kuebler Highway Project. The closure is scheduled each night from 7:00 PM to 5:00 AM.

Fraud Tip #1 From Salem Police- Mail Theft

(Salem) - Statistically, one out of every ten persons living in Salem will become a victim of Identity Theft during his or her lifetime. In 2004, Portland and Salem had the highest number of reported cases of Identity Theft of all cities in Oregon.

Op-Ed- Oregon Education: Myths Mislead Many, Money Now Mandated, Methods Must Be Measured

"Public records readily available show most school districts managed at least as well as would most businesses, of any size and type, under the same drastic dollar disasters."

(Salem) - Far too many Americans today, including some parents who surely should know better, believe our schools are failing miserably. Inefficient operation, inexcusable administration, and uncaring teachers seeking only salary rises and obese pensions are loudly proclaimed as the evil causes.

Guest Opinion- Contrary to Popular Belief, Meth Addicts Can Recover

Study finds possible treatment for meth addicts.

(Salem) - Besides offering hope for a new weapon against addiction, that Page One headline in an Oregon newspaper unconsciously fueled a common misconception: "People don't recover from meth."

Two-Week Three Flags Campaign Blitz Starts Monday February 6th

(Salem) - The Oregon State Police (OSP) will be joining traffic enforcement officers in Oregon, Washington and British Columbia during the first of three special enforcement blitzes designed to promote proper use of safety restraints, deter speeding and dangerous drivers, and remove impaired drivers from our highways.

Tony Mounts Appointed to City Finance Director

(Salem) - Salem City Manager, Robert Wells, has announced the appointment of Tony Mounts as Finance Director. Mounts has been serving as the City`s interim General Services Director since August of 2005.

Information Available to Homeowners Concerned About Wells and Septic Systems

(Corvallis) - Recent rain and floods have homeowners worried about their wells and septic systems. To ensure safe drinking water taken from private wells, the Oregon State University Extension Service recommends following guidelines from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.

Governor Kicks Off Annual State Employees Food Drive

Goal is 3.5 million pounds of food for the Oregon Food Bank Network

(Salem) - Continuing his efforts to radically reduce hunger in Oregon, Governor Ted Kulongoski kicked off his annual state employees` food drive Thursday. The Governor has set a goal of collecting 3.5 million pounds of food for distribution to needy people through the Oregon Food Bank Network.