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Last Call for First Salem-News Volunteer Orientation

Several people have contacted Salem-News.com to visit our studio this weekend and learn more, there is still room.

(SALEM, Ore.) - After five years, Salem-News.com exists as the largest Internet news group under private ownership - in the world. We have climbed in Web ranking, on the search engines, and we're one of the only U.S. news groups that exists within the mainstream while approaching journalism with no strings attached.

Our original and enduring vision is to help develop and launch Internet news sites all over the nation, and world.

The Future of Education is Online

Who Says? Author Lisa Gillis - and the 1 Million U.S. Students Attending Virtual Schools Gillis Available to Media for Insights and Advice on Today's Hottest Education Trend

(PORTLAND, Ore.) - Every parent wants the best education for their child. And for today's plugged-in students, the best education may be online. Author Lisa Gillis provides insights and practical advice for parents in a new book, "Virtual Schooling: A Guide to Optimizing Your Child's Education," (Palgrave Macmillan, $15.95).

More than 1 million U.S. elementary and secondary students now take all or part of their class load online, according to The Sloan Consortium.

Report: `Electrosmog` is an Emerging Public Health Issue (AUDIO)

A certain type of air pollution is being overlooked, according to a new report landing in Congress’ mailbox this week. The study shows the biological effects of wireless radiation, also called ‘electrosmog.’

(WASHINGTON D.C. ONS) - Cell phones, wireless networks and the developing "smart grid" utility technologies are being hailed as progress for communication and information, but the downside is an emerging public health issue.

A report documenting health hazards linked to wireless radiation, called "electrosmog," is landing on desks in Congress this week, issued by the National Institute for Science, Law and Public Policy (NISLAPP).

Body Found in Detroit Lake Identified as 60-Year Old Idanha Man‏

From all indications it appears the victim suffered from a medical issue and fell into the lake while fishing.

(DETROIT, Ore.) - The Marion County Sheriff's Office responded to the report of a body in Detroit Lake near the Breitenbush River Friday. Lt. Sheila Lorance says fishermen found the body and immediately called 911.

"When deputies arrived, they were able to remove the body from the lake and it was identified as 60-year old Harold Buckles of Idanha," Lorance said.

According to his family, Mr. Buckles went fishing on June 22nd, 2009, four days earlier, and had not been seen since.

Media Arts Academy in McMinnville Recognizes Student Achievment (VIDEO)

MACA is unique, and its location in a rural community proves that it doesn't take a big city to administer a high quality technology environment.

(MCMINNVILLE, Ore.) - On June 10th, The Media Arts & Communications Academy in McMinnville, Oregon recognized student achievements in a special annual event that displays the student's best work. Laurie Cooper, the school's principal, explains that the evening is something they all look forward to each year.

Statement by President Obama on the Transition to All-Digital Programming

The Digital Revolution is on our doorstep and the President had a few thoughts to share with the American people.

(WASHINGTON D.C.) - Here is the President's message to the people of the United States about a vast and sweeping technology upgrade about to take place with regard to television.

The one thing that Obama says won't happen, is another delay. The President says he recognizes that some people are unprepared for the change, but suggests in essence, that the show must go on.

Salem TV Station KWVT and FCC Team Up for DTV Switchover Presentation

Free help for consumers preparing for DTV transition.

(SALEM, Ore.) - Consumers with questions about preparing for the digital television transition can now get help in Salem, Oregon at a special event that put together by the Federal Communications Commission and local television station KWVT Challel 17.

Representatives of the FCC will be on hand to answer questions about setting up digital-to-analog converter boxes, antennas, reception, the benefits of digital TV, and other issues.

One Month Remains Before DTV Transition

With one month remaining before DTV transition, area DTV organizers seek DTV volunteers to help with local canvasses.

(PORTLAND, Ore.) - Thousands are still struggling with the switch to digital TV in Portland. Now, with the digital television transition just one month away, local organizations are ramping up efforts to help area families get DTV-ready.

While many affected households in Portland have taken action, there are still many hard-to-reach communities who are not yet prepared for the June 12 switch.

Texting to Death? (VIDEO)

25 people were recently added to the list of those killed as a result of phone texting.

(SALEM, Ore.) - What are the electronic manufacturers and marketing guru's trying to do to our fair society? Weren't things bad enough before texting became the unexplainable phenomena that it is?

I was driving down the freeway last week in Portland and when I looked at the BMW in the lane to my immediate right, I saw that the driver was busy texting away without an eye on the road. I'm sure this driver has no ill will toward the world, but if he hit somebody and killed them, would it be any different from a DUII?

Conflict in Pakistan Displaces Tens of Thousands

UN agencies concerned over 'massive displacement' in Pakistan

(NORTH WEST FRONTIER PROVINCE, Pakist) - The United Nations agencies tasked with protecting refugee and children's rights today expressed deep concern over the “massive displacement” in north-west Pakistan caused by the widening armed conflict between Government forces and militants.

The provincial government estimates between 150,000 to 200,000 people have already arrived in safer areas of North West Frontier Province (NWFP) over the last few days, with another 300,000 already on the march or about to leave, according to the UN High Commission for Refugees (UNHCR).