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President Used Marijuana but Mocks & Dismisses Legalization

A former marijuana user; Obama says there will be no quarter for the herb under his reign.

(EUGENE, Ore.) - So... Mr. Obama doesn't think that legalizing cannabis (marijuana) is a good idea and we aren't going to go there? Huh. I can't say as I'm shocked. I will say that I am disappointed.

As a former pot smoker himself, the President should realize that while his pot smoking didn't disqualify him as a candidate for the highest office in the land, a conviction surely would have.

Video Released in Confrontation Between Chinese Vessels and USNS Impeccable (VIDEO)

There don't appear to be hard feelings in the high sea antics between the U.S. and the Chinese.

(SALEM, Ore. ) - Five Chinese vessels shadowed and in the words of the U.S. Navy, "aggressively maneuver in dangerously close proximity to USNS Impeccable in an apparent coordinated effort to harass the U.S. ocean surveillance ship while it was conducting routine operations in international waters.

Chinese officials say the Impeccable was part of a calculated U.S. surveillance operation in the South China Sea.

Candle for Missing Son Burns After Four Years (VIDEO)

Ahren lived in Boise for 33 years, has many friends and associates and owns his own home. He has strong ties to the community and two very beautiful young children.

(SALEM, Ore.) - Ahren Barnard vanished from Boise, Idaho on Saturday, December 4th 2004. His mom, Vicki Barnard, says she is holding out hope that someone knows what became of her son who is also a father of two beautiful children.

Ahren vanished when he returned to his home after dropping off his young son at his mother's home for the evening. Ahren had plans that evening and was going to pick up his son the next morning to continue their weekend visitation, his mom explains.

Six-Year Old Girl Nabs a Trout at Canby Pond (VIDEO)

Catching a fish on this day means another notch in a little girl's fishing pole, and great stories to share at school.

(CANBY, Ore.) - Oregon kids and handicap permit holders who like to fish have a fantastic opportunity waiting for them at the Canby Pond.

Youngsters like Penny Olheiser are taking advantage of recent changes that mean the pond can only be used by kids and Oregon handicap permit holders; many of whom are veterans.

Salem Electric Car Dealer Feels Effects of Sagging Economy (VIDEO)

Times are tough even for green businesses in Oregon, but a little help could get this one over the hump.

(SALEM, Ore.) - Salem, Oregon has a dealership for the greenest cars in existence. Electric Wheels Inc. has been open for over four years and over that time period technology has made rapid advancements.

Will a California Court Martyr Charles Lynch or Avoid Disaster?

Sentencing is set for Monday, and one law-abiding citizen may be imprisoned for decades.

(SALEM, Ore.) - San Luis Obispo, California Sheriff Pat Hedges tried and tried to catch Medical Marijuana dispensary owner Charles Lynch doing something illegal, but he simply wasn't violating the law.

After exhausting his local resources, the sheriff brought in federal agents from the DEA and they finally got a security guard to sell some pot to them. Over that, Lynch now faces years in prison.

40 Anti-War Groups Demonstrate for Peace in Salem (VIDEO)

Numerous speakers took to the podium during this peace demonstration and rally.

(SALEM, Ore.) - Hundreds of anti-war demonstrators gathered in Salem today to call for an end to the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan, and to condemn the Israeli attacks on Gaza. The event was also held to stand for the rights of immigrants.

The march was actually put together by 40 different organizations and KBOO Radio was there to help spread the word of peace through the airwaves.

Medical Marijuana Q&A: The Doctor is In

Reefer madness is alive and well in America today, and comes face to face with Oregon's most well-known medical marijuana physician in this report as he reveals many untruths still being propagated.

(SALEM, Ore.) - What exactly is Reefer Madness? Is it a notion, a movie... a propaganda project of the government? The answer would be yes to all of the above.

The movie was bankrolled and produced in the 1930's to convince Americans that using this natural herb was more than dangerous; it made people believe that those who smoke pot turn into ax murderers.

Vietnam Army Medic Walks for Children

“Doc” Duff, age 59, now lives with his Vietnamese wife in Nha Trang, Vietnam, which is the kick-off point for this year’s walk.

(SOMERDALE, N.J.) - A Vietnam Army veteran begins the second annual walk in Vietnam on April 3, 2009 to support children disabled from Agent Orange

If you asked most Irishmen, they will know about the Orange Walks in Northern Ireland on July 12th, which mark the victory of Prince William of Orange over King James II at the Battle of the Boyne in 1690.

Former Oregon Guard Spokesman Arnold Strong Promoted to Lieutenant Colonel

Celebrating a significant promotion with his wife Margaret, his two sons and his parents; Arnold Strong's new silver oak leaves were attached to his shoulders by his parents.

(VANCOUVER, Wash.) - "Ladies and gentlemen, I present Lieutenant Colonel Arnold Strong..."

A military officer whose face is familiar to Oregon and Washington residents was promoted to the rank of Lieutenant Colonel this week at the Fort Vancouver Barracks in Washington.