Salem-News.com News Feed for articles tagged with audio www.salem-news.com 2010 Food is heading out the doors of Oregon Food Bank network locations almost as fast as it's coming in. There's been a 13 percent increase in the number of emergency food boxes distributed for the fiscal year that ended in June. The boxes contain enough to feed a family for several days. There has been a 13 percent increase in the number of emergency food boxes distributed for the fiscal year that ended in June. The boxes contain enough to feed a family for several days. http://salem-news.com/articles/september142009/or_food_bank_ct_9-14-09.php http://salem-news.com/articles/september142009/or_food_bank_ct_9-14-09.php Mon, 14 Sep 2009 22:30:00 PDT Gary Phillips, a Salem-Keizer School District school bus driver, remains in critical condition today after being hit Monday morning while walking on his way to work. - Salem firefighters evacuated 160 people following an ammonia leak at the Rainsweet plant in Northeast Salem Tuesday morning. - Oregon Governor Ted Kulongoski, joined by family and friends, took the oath of office Monday for his second four-year term as Governor of Oregon, calling upon all Oregonians to work together in building a brighter future. - Frigid weather is on the way to the mid-valley. The National Weather Service says a blast of cold air from Canada will arrive Wednesday and linger into the weekend. http://salem-news.com/articles/january092007/tuesday-audio.php http://salem-news.com/articles/january092007/tuesday-audio.php Tue, 09 Jan 2007 11:54:00 PST A fire Friday night in southeast Salem has displaced four families from the Village East Apartment complex. Fortunately no one was injured during the 11:00 PM fire and evacuation. One firefighter was taken to Salem Hospital with unknown injuries. Salem-News.com will have complete coverage of the 2007 Legislative session beginning on Monday. Salem police are asking for the public’s help in finding a suspect who robbed two northeast Salem convenience stores early Friday morning. The War in Iraq may dominate the headlines but as Salem-News.com’s Tim King tells us in his latest Dispatches From Afghanistan report, soldiers at remote outposts in Afghanistan are seeing plenty of action. Oregon guard Aaron Brooks scored 25 points, including the game-winning base-line jumper with :13 seconds left, as #16 Oregon handed #1 UCLA its first loss of the season, 68-66 on Saturday at McArthur Court. (MORE) http://salem-news.com/articles/january072007/sunday-audio.php http://salem-news.com/articles/january072007/sunday-audio.php Sun, 07 Jan 2007 19:55:00 PST Beginning Friday, the Oregon DMV will no longer accept rental agreements or lease contracts as proof of residence when customers apply for driver licenses or identification cards because they are too easy to counterfeit. ODOT spokesman David House says state law requires proof of a person’s home address before DMV can issue a driver license, instruction permit or ID card because only Oregon residents are eligible for Oregon driving privileges and ID cards. http://salem-news.com/articles/august212006/dmv_audio_82106.php http://salem-news.com/articles/august212006/dmv_audio_82106.php Mon, 21 Aug 2006 00:06:00 PDT Investigators say they still don’t know how a 16-month old child left in the care of a relative drowned Friday in a backyard pool in Albany. Albany police and an ambulance responded to the home located at 3666 Tudor Way S.E. at 11:30 AM Monday on a report of a possible child drowning. When crews arrived on scene, they say they located little Joelle Carr, who was found unconscious and unresponsive in 2 feet of water. It is reported that the youngster was being cared for by her grandmother while her parents were at work. http://salem-news.com/articles/july262006/child_drowning_72606.php http://salem-news.com/articles/july262006/child_drowning_72606.php Wed, 26 Jul 2006 01:03:00 PDT As the Stem Cell Research Enhancement Act of 2005 (HR 810) moves through Congress, Governor Kulongoski, Oregon Senator Gordon Smith, and others urged passage of the health care initiative. "Stem cell research holds the potential to significantly benefit as many as 100 million Americans with new cures for some of the world’s most deadly diseases," the Governor said. "I urge the Bush administration not to play politics with important scientific research that could save many lives and lead to dramatic health care innovations." http://salem-news.com/articles/july192006/stem_cell_71906.php http://salem-news.com/articles/july192006/stem_cell_71906.php Wed, 19 Jul 2006 11:05:00 PDT Oregon’s county fair season kicks-off this week, and state officials are taking precautions to protect animals and the public from Avian Influenza. With Avian Flu affecting other parts of the world, and fears that it may soon spread to the U.S., the Oregon Department of Agricultures key safety concept for county fairs this summer is bio-security. State Veterinarian Dr. Don Hansen says ODA will be asking exhibitors for permission to examine poultry. http://salem-news.com/articles/july132006/avian_precautions_71306.php http://salem-news.com/articles/july132006/avian_precautions_71306.php Thu, 13 Jul 2006 10:08:00 PDT A 22-year-old McMinnville soldier is recovering in a Texas military hospital from burns suffered in a roadside attack on his Bradley fighting vehicle on June 23rd in Iraq. Salvador Trujillo-Lopez suffered second- and third-degree burns over 40 percent of his body, according to his wife, Brittnay. She is with her husband at Brook Army Medical Center, at San Antonio's Fort Sam Houston, where he is expected to spend the rest of the year. http://salem-news.com/articles/july122006/soldier_hurt_71106.php http://salem-news.com/articles/july122006/soldier_hurt_71106.php Wed, 12 Jul 2006 10:36:00 PDT Beginning Sunday night. Drivers need to watch for lane closures on Lockhaven Drive as crews pave the street near Keizer Station. The work is a continuation of a project to revamp, widen and improve the road. Crews will overlay Lockhaven from west of the railroad tracks to McLeod Lane NE, and continuing through to Klicitat Drive during evening hours. The work began Sunday and should be completed by Wednesday morning. http://salem-news.com/articles/july102006/road_report_71006.php http://salem-news.com/articles/july102006/road_report_71006.php Mon, 10 Jul 2006 19:11:00 PDT Oregon Senator Gordon H. Smith has released a draft proposal regarding grazing in the Cascade-Siskiyou National Monument in southern Oregon. The proposal, which Smith will introduce as legislation in the coming weeks, is the result of lengthy discussions between Senator Smith, cattle ranchers and environmentalists. “I think buyouts should be rare,” Smith said. “But these circumstances are unique and are putting the squeeze on our ranchers. This legislation is needed to keep them in business and in the saddle. Instead of turning to the courts, two interested parties found common ground to solve this problem. That’s the Oregon way and a great basis for legislation.” http://salem-news.com/articles/july082006/grazing_nuyout_7706.php http://salem-news.com/articles/july082006/grazing_nuyout_7706.php Sat, 08 Jul 2006 12:08:00 PDT Field burning in the Willamette Valley is about to get underway this summer. If all goes according to plan, Willamette Valley residents will see the traditional plumes of smoke billowing up from grass seed fields but should not be impacted by the smoke, says John Byers of the Oregon Department of Agriculture's Smoke Management Program:. Byers: "Field burning season is on target. They are starting to harvest now, which means that we will burning fields typically mid-July. We will occasionally burn after October first, but most of the fields are burned by the end of September." http://salem-news.com/articles/july052006/field_burning_7506.php http://salem-news.com/articles/july052006/field_burning_7506.php Wed, 05 Jul 2006 21:38:00 PDT The following road construction projects are set to begin on Wednesday... Liberty St NE Between Division St NE and Broadway St NE and High St NE - Eola Dr NW Between Gehlar Rd NW and Doaks Ferry Rd NW - Lane closure with flaggers for sewer line installation. Wayside Terrace NE Between 30th Ave NE and 32nd Pl NE Street closure for sewer service repair. http://salem-news.com/articles/july032006/road_report_7306.php http://salem-news.com/articles/july032006/road_report_7306.php Mon, 03 Jul 2006 14:45:00 PDT The 13th annual Mid-Valley Civil War Re-enactment will be held July 1st-4th at Willamette Mission State Park. Put on by the Northwest Civil War Council, this is one of the major events of the year for re-enactors and promises to be educational and exciting for spectators. http://salem-news.com/articles/june292006/civill_war_62906.php http://salem-news.com/articles/june292006/civill_war_62906.php Thu, 29 Jun 2006 22:25:00 PDT With continued high fuel costs for everyone, there is tremendous interest by farmers in Oregon and elsewhere in growing crops that can be turned into biofuels. Hilburn: "Canola is an excellent oil crop. With all the push for alternative fuels–biodiesel– canola is the leading crop for making that kind of a biological fuel." Dan Hilburn, administrator of the Oregon Department of Agriculture's Plant Division, says, however, canola could be a problem if grown in certain parts of the state... http://salem-news.com/articles/june292006/canola_oregon_62906.php http://salem-news.com/articles/june292006/canola_oregon_62906.php Thu, 29 Jun 2006 21:15:00 PDT The Linn County Sheriff`s Office Dive team is back searching the murky waters of Walter Wirth lake at Cascade Gateway Park, for a 13-year-old girl who apparently drowned Saturday while swimming with a friend. The Salem Fire Department`s Water Rescue team spent most of Saturday evening searching the north end of the lake, but couldn`t find the girls body. The park is a popular picnic spot that draws many local families. http://salem-news.com/articles/june252006/missing_girl_update_2_62506.php http://salem-news.com/articles/june252006/missing_girl_update_2_62506.php Sun, 25 Jun 2006 13:55:00 PDT Oregon State held on to beat North Carolina 3-2 for its first College World Series title. The national title is only the second in Oregon State history. The Keizer City Council last week approved a 4 percent water rate increase. The increase means residents on average will pay between $7 and $8 more per year for water services. Patients at the Oregon State Hospital in Salem, are using culture and art as part of their therapy and daily living. http://salem-news.com/articles/june242006/audio_news_2_62706.php http://salem-news.com/articles/june242006/audio_news_2_62706.php Sat, 24 Jun 2006 12:28:00 PDT The Hottest Weather of the year will likely come to the inland areas of northwest Oregon and southwest Washington this weekend. High Temperatures in much of the interior of northwest Oregon and Southwest Washington will be around 90 on Saturday and in the mid to upper 90`s Sunday. Monday will be the hottest day with highs near 100 degrees in most of the Willamette Valley. http://salem-news.com/articles/june242006/salem_wx_alert_62406.php http://salem-news.com/articles/june242006/salem_wx_alert_62406.php Sat, 24 Jun 2006 02:39:00 PDT The World Beat Festival begins Saturday at Salem`s Riverfront Park. The event runs from 10:00 AM till 11:00 PM on Saturday, and from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM on Sunday. The Marion County Sheriff's Office is inviting north Marion County farm owners to attend a meeting on Tuesday to discuss the recent theft of metal from farm fields in the area. Predicted hot, dry weather is expected to dry out the forest and elevate the risk of wildfire. The declaration of fire season places restrictions on timber harvest activities in the forest. The Oregon State Fairgrounds is turning silver, as an estimated 12-hundred Airstream trailers and RV`s from across the U.S., Mexico, and Canada converge on the fairgrounds for the 49th Annual Wally Byam Caravan Club International Rally. Be Aware! Traffic could be very congested at times along Front Street at the Salem Riverfront Park, Saturday and Sunday during the World Beat Festival. If your travels take you through this area, Please Slow Down and Watch For Pedestrians. http://salem-news.com/articles/june232006/audio_report_62406.php http://salem-news.com/articles/june232006/audio_report_62406.php Fri, 23 Jun 2006 22:17:00 PDT The high temperature in Salem on Monday according to the National Weather Service was 103 degrees. The overnight low was 61 degrees. Hundreds flocked to the Oregon coast to beat the valley heat. The high temperature in Newport and Lincoln City was 63 degrees. Beginning August 1st, Keizer residents will be paying more for water. The Keizer City Council last week approved a 4 percent water rate increase. http://salem-news.com/articles/june232006/audio_news_62706.php http://salem-news.com/articles/june232006/audio_news_62706.php Fri, 23 Jun 2006 00:38:00 PDT During a hearing of the Special Committee on Aging hearing, Chairman Gordon Smith, R-OR, questioned actor and writer Ben Stein as to how people can set a retirement savings goals. Smith also pointed to the dramatically declining U.S. savings rate as a reason why Congress should implement reforms to help American`s better save for retirement. "Tomorrow's retirees will need to stretch retirement dollars over a longer period of time," said Smith. "We need to find better ways for people to manage their assets and preserve their savings throughout retirement. With a huge wave of baby boomers about to enter retirement, it is more important than ever that we educate Americans about the financial risks in retirement." http://salem-news.com/articles/june222006/ben_stein_62206.php http://salem-news.com/articles/june222006/ben_stein_62206.php Thu, 22 Jun 2006 16:51:00 PDT Word slowly spread Tuesday that the body of Private first class Thomas Tucker and that of a Houston soldier had been found in Iraq. Both were tortured. Governor Kulongoski has ordered all flags at public institutions to be flown at half-staff on Thursday, in memory of 22-year-old Army Specialist Robert L. Jones, of Milwaukie. Seven Marines and a sailor have been charged with murder in the April death of an Iraqi civilian, the Marine Corps said Wednesday. http://salem-news.com/articles/june212006/audio_am_62206.php http://salem-news.com/articles/june212006/audio_am_62206.php Wed, 21 Jun 2006 22:14:00 PDT Private first class Thomas Tucker thrived on adrenaline, whether he was working construction in Oregon or manning checkpoints in Iraq. Word slowly spread Tuesday that his body and that of a Houston soldier had been found in Iraq. Both were tortured. http://salem-news.com/articles/june212006/audio_midday_62106.php http://salem-news.com/articles/june212006/audio_midday_62106.php Wed, 21 Jun 2006 11:18:00 PDT Linn County Sheriff`s Office divers recovered the body of 13-year-old Maria Martinez Sunday just before 2:00 PM in Walter Wirth Lake at Cascade Gateway Park. Since Friday, there have been four deaths on Oregon waterways. Governor Kulongoski has ordered all flags at public institutions be flown at half-staff Monday, in memory of Private First Class Thomas Tucker of Madras. Salem Police and Salem Fire Department will increase their enforcement of illegal fireworks this Fourth of July holiday. http://salem-news.com/articles/june202006/audio_62606.php http://salem-news.com/articles/june202006/audio_62606.php Tue, 20 Jun 2006 23:10:00 PDT The family of an Oregon soldier missing in Baghdad says it has heard no word from the military but a family spokesman says they are prepared for the worst. Two 15-year-old Sprague High School students were arrested Tuesday for starting the fire in the girl's bathroom on Wednesday, the first of two suspicious fires in one week at the school. Friday`s community enforcement and crime prevention event in east Salem, and Keizer led to 44 arrests. In addition, nearly 4 oz of cocaine were seized along with small amounts of other drugs. http://salem-news.com/articles/june202006/audio_pm_62006.php http://salem-news.com/articles/june202006/audio_pm_62006.php Tue, 20 Jun 2006 21:25:00 PDT The family and friends of Army Private First Class Thomas Tucker of Madras, a soldier believed to have been killed in Iraq this week, say they appreciate the outpouring of support from people all around the nation. U.S. Maj. Gen. William Caldwell said the remains found by U.S. troops were believed to be those of Thomas Tucker, 25, and Private First Class Kristian Menchaca, 23, of Houston, Texas. http://salem-news.com/articles/june202006/soldier_kex_reports_62006.php http://salem-news.com/articles/june202006/soldier_kex_reports_62006.php Tue, 20 Jun 2006 19:44:00 PDT Here are today`s top stories from Salem-News.com I`m Kevin Hays reporting... An umbrella group that includes al-Qaida in Iraq claimed in a Web statement monday morning that it has kidnapped two U-S soldiers reported missing south of Baghdad. A 22-year-old soldier from Milwaukie is dead, after an explosion in Iraq. Army Specialist Robert Jones was killed Friday in an ambush while on foot patrol in Baghdad. Sprague High School was the scene of second arson fire within the last week. The first one happened Wednesday June 14th. Fire Spokesman Bill Holmstrom says it was set in the girl's bathroom. http://salem-news.com/articles/june202006/audio_news_am_62006.php http://salem-news.com/articles/june202006/audio_news_am_62006.php Tue, 20 Jun 2006 00:55:00 PDT Here are today`s top stories from Salem-News.com I`m Kevin Hays reporting…. An umbrella group that includes al-Qaida in Iraq claimed in a Web statement this morning that it has kidnapped two U-S soldiers reported missing south of Baghdad. Two public safety officers escaped serious injuries this weekend after their patrol cars were hit by suspected drunk drivers. Summer vacation time is here once again, and for many Oregonians that means packing up the family and hitting Oregon roadways to get to their vacation destination. http://salem-news.com/articles/june192006/audio_am_61906.php http://salem-news.com/articles/june192006/audio_am_61906.php Mon, 19 Jun 2006 11:34:00 PDT Two public safety officers escaped serious injuries this weekend after their patrol cars were hit by suspected drunk drivers. Keizer police Stg. David LeDay`s patrol car was rammed by 19-year-old Eric Gilmore`s 1985 GMC Jimmy early Saturday morning at Arcade Court and Larchwood Street NE. The incident occurred when LeDay attempted stop Gilmore on suspected drunken driving. Gilmore fled Leday`s pursuit, and turned down a cul-de-sac. http://salem-news.com/articles/june182006/police_smashed_audio_61806.php http://salem-news.com/articles/june182006/police_smashed_audio_61806.php Sun, 18 Jun 2006 22:54:00 PDT Here is the latest news from Salem-News.com`s Tim King... Keizer Police sergeant David LeDay was fortunate Saturday, escaping serious injuries when a driver who police believed may be intoxicated, gave chase, then smashed his SUV into LeDay`s police cruiser. Several climbers involved in a severe fall on Mount Hood were recovered by an Oregon National Guard helicopter crew Saturday from Salem`s 1042nd Medical Company. The climbing accident happened on the top of Crater Rock. Oregon`s capitol city is home to one of the most radical, inspirational and durable Kickboxing instructor/champions in the nation. In fact, there may not be a tougher martial arts instructor alive. Newly filed campaign finance reports suggest that Oregon's 2006 governor's race could be the most expensive competition for the state's top job in Oregon history. The candidates raised and spent more than $6 million in the primary. http://salem-news.com/articles/june172006/audio_weekend_61706.php http://salem-news.com/articles/june172006/audio_weekend_61706.php Sat, 17 Jun 2006 23:36:00 PDT (Audio transcript) SEVENTEEN STUDENTS AND TEN PARENTS FROM HOUCK MIDDLE SCHOOL HAVE EXCEEDED THEIR GOAL AND RAISED ABOUT 20-THOUSAND DOLLARS FOR THEIR DRAMA TRIP TO NEW YORK CITY. NEARLY 8-THOUSAND ADDRESSES FROM THE 97301 ZIP CODE ARE BEING MOVED INTO THE NEW 97317 ZIP CODE. ELECTRONIC FILES CONTAINING PERSONAL DATA OF UP TO 22-HUNDRED OREGON TAXPAYERS MAY HAVE BEEN COMPROMISED BY AN EX-EMPLOYEE'S USE OF A COMPUTER. http://salem-news.com/articles/june142006/audio_pm_61406.php http://salem-news.com/articles/june142006/audio_pm_61406.php Wed, 14 Jun 2006 22:33:00 PDT