On May 23, 2013, 71-year-old Jacqueline McLain was reported missing to the Portland Police Bureau by her adult children, who are out-of-state. McLain has not been seen or heard from since Monday, May 20, 2013, which was described as being highly out of character for her, as she usually has daily contact with family members.

McLain lives in the 2400 block of Northwest Irving Street, where Central Precinct officers responded today to check her welfare. They did not locate her, and found no evidence of foul play inside her apartment. It is unknown if she left home on foot, or may have last been driving, as officers were unable to locate her car in the neighborhood.

McLain is described as a white female, 71 years old, 5'2", 120 pounds, with curly, collar-length blonde hair and blue eyes. No clothing description is available. Family members advised she may also go by the first name Evelyn.

McLain's vehicle is described as a 1997 Lexus ES300 4-door sedan, beige in color, with a beige interior. It may have a GPS unit affixed to the front windshield. No license plate information is available at this time, other than it had Oregon plates.

Anyone with information about McLain's current whereabouts is asked to call 9-1-1. Anyone with additional information about this case is asked to contact Detective Mike Weinstein, Missing Persons Unit, at (503) 823-0446 or Mike.Weinstein@portlandoregon.gov.

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Attached Media Files: 2013-05/3056/64575/MCLAIN_Jacqueline_dmv.jpg

SPECIAL SESSION

The Gervais School District #1 School Board, Gervais, Oregon will convene in a Special Session in the Gervais School District Conference Center on Wednesday, May 29, 2013 at 5:30 p.m. The agenda for the meeting includes, but is not limited to, the following business:

Action Items:
Gym Contractor
Sale of Building Offer
WESD Board Election


EXECUTIVE SESSION

The Gervais School District #1 School Board, Gervais, Oregon will hold an Executive Session, under ORS 192.660(2)(e) "Real Estate Transactions" and ORS 192.660(2)(f) "Exempt Public Records", following the Special Session in the Gervais School District Conference Center on Wednesday, May 29, 2013, to discuss real estate and personnel.

The Parkrose Board of Education of School District No. 3, Multnomah County, Oregon, will convene in a Regular Board Business Meeting on Wednesday, May 29, 2013 in the Boardroom at the Parkrose District Office located at 10636 NE Prescott St., Portland, Oregon at the hour of 7:00 p.m. The board will be honoring Parkrose Retirees. The agenda is posted on the Parkrose School District Website at https://v3.boardbook.org/Public/PublicHome.aspx?ak=1000205.

This afternoon, Thursday May 23, 2013, at 1:46 p.m., North Precinct officers responded to the Layu Cateca Store, located at 4620 Northeast Cully Boulevard, on the report of an armed robbery.

Officers arrived in the area and contacted the victim at the store. The victim told police that two men entered the store and demanded money. One of the men was armed with a handgun. After obtaining an undisclosed amount of money, the suspects ran from the store and were last seen running southbound on Cully Boulevard.

Officers, including a police K-9 unit, searched the neighborhood but did not locate the suspects.

The suspects are described as African American males in their 20s, wearing all gray clothing. One of the suspects was armed with a handgun.

Anyone with information about this robbery is asked to contact the Robbery Detail at (503) 823-0405.

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The Parkrose Board of Education of School District No. 3, Multnomah County, Oregon, will convene a Budget Committee Meeting on Wednesday, May 29, 2013, in the District Office Boardroom at the Parkrose District Office located at 10636 NE Prescott St., Portland, Oregon at the hour of 6:30 p.m. The agenda is posted at https://v3.boardbook.org/Public/PublicHome.aspx?ak=1000205.

An investigation by the Oregon State Police (OSP) Fish & Wildlife Division at the Newport Area Command office is leading to multiple charges for several individuals including a Tidewater-area man previously charged with the unlawful sale of commercial/sport caught Dungeness crab to a local café.

After the completion of a commercial fisheries investigation in 2011-2012 that led to charges for KEITH PAULSON, age 64, from Tidewater, additional complaints regarding PAULSON were reported. Allegations of several crimes between August and November 2012 led to more charges by the Lincoln County District Attorney's Office. On May 14, 2013, PAULSON was also charged with the following crimes:

* Unlawful Sale of Sport Caught Crab
* Exceeding the Daily Limit of Sport Caught Crab
* Failure to Sell to a Licensed Wholesale Dealer
* Failure to Sell/Retain for Personal Use

Others implicated during the investigation were cited to appear in court on various charges. The owner of the Dock of the Bay, JANA BOATRIGHT, age 51, from, Waldport, is being charged with Unlawful Possession of Sport Caught Crab and Unlawful Sale of Sport Caught Crab.

Additional charges are pending for others. The investigation is continuing.

### www.oregon.gov/OSP ###

Oregon State Police (OSP) troopers from the Springfield Area Command office are continuing the investigation into Thursday morning's fatal traffic crash involving a Lane County Public Works vehicle and a passenger car on Highway 126W east of Veneta. The crash resulted in the death of an adult male and injuries to the truck's driver. The victim's name is withheld pending next of kin notifications.

Preliminary investigation indicates on May 23, 2013 at approximately 8:00 a.m. a passenger car driven by the 32-year old victim was eastbound on Highway 126W near milepost 49. For an unknown reason, the car crossed the centerline and collided head-on with a westbound 2011 Volvo truck pulling an empty semi-trailer. The truck's driver, RANDY R. FOSTER, age 43, from Harrisburg, wasn't able to avoid the collision.

The car's driver was pronounced deceased at the scene. He was using a shoulder restraint only and the lap belt was not utilized.

FOSTER, who was using safety restraints, was transported by ambulance to Sacred Heart Medical Center at RiverBend for treatment of minor injuries. He was driving a truck for Lane County Public Works.

OSP troopers were assisted at the scene by Lane Rural Fire Department, ODOT , and Northwest Hazmat, Inc. Preventative steps were taken to prevent any vehicle fluids from getting into the Fern Ridge Reservoir. The highway was closed over four hours.

Trooper Kyle Bachmeier is the lead investigator.

Photographs - Oregon State Police

### www.oregon.gov/OSP ###


Attached Media Files: 2013-05/1002/64568/052313.fatal.hwy126wmp49.1.JPG , 2013-05/1002/64568/052313.fatal.hwy126wmp49.2.JPG , 2013-05/1002/64568/052313.fatal.hwy126wmp49.3.JPG

Missing Persons Unit detectives are asking for the public's help in locating a missing and endangered 17-year-old boy from Northeast Portland's Irvington neighborhood.

Gabriel Artoum Kearns is described as 5'6", 120 pounds, short blonde hair, last seen wearing a bright purple and green Nike running jacket, blue jeans and blue Nike shoes. The photo being released was taken two weeks ago.

Gabriel left his home this morning at approximately 10:45 a.m. without saying anything to his family. Gabriel does not attend school and is familiar with TriMet.

Due to some medical history, Gabriel is considered endangered and Portland Police would like the public's assistance in locating him safely.

Anyone seeing Gabriel is asked to call 9-1-1. Anyone with non-emergency information can call Detective Lori Fonken at (503) 823-1081.

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Attached Media Files: 2013-05/3056/64567/Gabriel_Kearns.png

Students, school officials and law enforcement personnel attended the Jefferson Middle School assembly this afternoon to witness the selection of the Marion County Sheriff's Office Jefferson Patrol patch.

Our Office contracts with the City of Jefferson to provide police services and wanted to build on that relationship by having a special uniform patch designed and worn by the deputies working in the City of Jefferson.

Children from the City of Jefferson were challenged to design their own patch with the only condition that the patch contain the basic elements and colors of the regular patch worn by all MCSO deputies.

A total of nineteen submissions were received. The winning patch was selected by a panel of personnel from the Sheriff's Office and Jefferson City officials.

The winner of the contest was Mason LaCrosse, a 7th grade student at Jefferson Middle School.

Jefferson Mayor Ben Pickett attended the assembly and commended each artist for their submission and thanking them for getting involved in their community.

MCSO Commander Kevin Schultz also attended the event. He added: "I really appreciated the fact that these students participated in this event. Their stepping up and getting involved is what helps to unite this community and make it stronger and safer. This patch will be visible in the community for years to come as the patch will be proudly worn by Deputies. The design is very unique to the City of Jefferson".

The patch will be registered with the United States Copyright Office - Library of Congress; thus copyrighting and protecting it forever, from inappropriate use.

A photo of the winning patch and the contest winner is attached to this release.


Attached Media Files: Mason LaCrosse, Deputy West & Mayor Pickett , Winning Patch

The Beaverton Police Department will be participating in a national traffic safety campaign, with a focus on impaired drivers beginning Friday, May 24, 2013 and ending on Memorial Day May 27, 2013.

During this time the Beaverton Police Department will have officers out on focused patrols for impaired drivers. The goal of this campaign is to save lives and educate the motoring public.

Drunk driving, impaired driving or buzzed driving all have the potential to claim lives and often will result in jail time. The men and women of the Beaverton Police Department ask you to please think about this before you operate a motor vehicle after drinking alcohol.

It is also important that you read the labels on any prescription medication you take, before consuming any alcoholic beverage. Drinking alcohol while on some prescription medications can increase your inability to safely operate a motor vehicle and this could lead to serious injury or death.

Here are several things you can do to avoid becoming a statistic:

1)ï,·Do not drink and drive.
2)ï,·Do not ride with anyone who has been drinking.
3)ï,·Do not use illegal drugs.
4)ï,·Do not drive a motor vehicle until you know how a prescription medication affects you.
5)ï,·Do not mix prescription medications and alcohol.
6)ï,·Always use a seat belt.
7)ï,·Have a designated driver.
8)ï,·Report drunk drivers by calling 911.

Impaired driving is not an accident; it is an intentional and willing act that you have control over.


Attached Media Files: Press release

The Longview Police Department will soon be auctioning unclaimed property through the Internet, pursuant to Washington State Law. The web site at www.propertyroom.com will be conducting the auction of Longview's unclaimed property like it does for police departments across the nation.

A complete list of Longview's auction items is available now at the Longview Police Department or viewable online on the City's web site at http://www.mylongview.com/police/auction.html. Claims against property listed on the auction block must be made in writing to the Longview Police Department prior to June 15, 2013. Interested persons may view the auction items and submit their bids by logging onto www.propertyroom.com on about June 25, 2013.

All online auction items are contained within specific categories. Simply click on a category and follow prompts for entering bids. Bidding for unclaimed properties provided by Longview will commence on approximately June 25 and will continue until the date indicated on the site. Bidders are responsible for shipping and handling of online purchases, and all sales are final.

The Longview Police Department has been using online auction services since September 2003 and has submitted over 3,700 items.

The Longview Police Department makes no guarantee or warranty, expressed or implied, of any nature as to the condition of the goods offered for auction.

MEDIA ALERT
Food Luminary Dinner at OMSI's Theory Rings in New Quarterly Offering

OMSI eatery offers four-course dinner with local cookbook author, June 6

WHAT:
A delectable dinner inspired and made in part by local cookbook author Martha Holmberg to kick off a quarterly program.

DETAILS:
To inaugurate the museum eatery's new Food Luminary program, Theory at OMSI is hosting a scrumptious four-course dinner of science and cuisine with Bon Appétit and local cookbook author Martha Holmberg. The program, in collaboration with Bon Appétit, will highlight local luminaries in the food world and bring their expertise to OMSI on a quarterly basis.

The first dinner in the series will begin with a food science demonstration by an OMSI educator, during which guests can enjoy wine and hors d'oeuvres. After a presentation by Holmberg, the eatery will serve a four-course meal created by Holmberg in collaboration with Bon Appétit executive chef, Ryan Morgan. Holmberg will also answer questions, sell and sign copies of her new book, Modern Sauces, after the dinner.

WHEN: Thursday, June 6, 2013 6:00 - 9:00 p.m.

WHO: This event is for adults 21+ years only.

WHERE: Theory eatery, located inside OMSI: 1945 SE Water Ave., Portland

COST: Tickets $60 (includes four-course dinner with wine)

Menu and tickets: www.omsi.edu/events/food-luminary/060613

More about Theory: theoryatomsi.com

About Martha Holmberg
Martha Holmberg is an award-winning food editor and cookbook author. Her most recent book, Modern Sauces, was nominated for both a James Beard and an IACP award in 2013. From 2005 through 2010, Martha was the food editor of The Oregonian newspaper; under her tenure, the section was awarded several national journalism awards. Martha is also the founding editor of MIX magazine, a highly acclaimed monthly magazine about the Portland food scene. Before moving to Oregon, she was the editor-in-chief of Fine Cooking magazine for 11 years.

About Bon Appétit Management Company
Bon Appétit Management Company (www.bamco.com) is an on-site restaurant company offering full food-service management to corporations, universities, and specialty venues in 32 states, including eBay, the University of Pennsylvania, and the Getty Center. All Bon Appétit food is cooked from scratch, from stocks to sauces and soups. A pioneer in environmentally sound sourcing policies, Bon Appétit has developed programs addressing local purchasing, the overuse of antibiotics, sustainable seafood, the food and climate change connection, humanely raised meat and eggs, and farmworker welfare. It has received numerous awards for its work, from organizations including the International Association of Culinary Professionals, the James Beard Foundation, Chefs Collaborative, Natural Resources Defense Council, Seafood Choices Alliance, The Humane Society of the United States, and Food Alliance.

About OMSI
Founded in 1944, the Oregon Museum of Science and Industry (OMSI) is one of the nation's leading science museums, a world-class tourist attraction, and an award-winning educational resource for the kid in each of us. OMSI is located at 1945 SE Water Ave., Portland, OR 97214. For general information, call 503.797.4000 or visit www.omsi.edu.

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Attached Media Files: PDF File (Recommended)

(Portland, OR) May 23, 2013 - The Salvation Army's Emergency Disaster Services (EDS) is providing food, beverage, and spiritual support to survivors and first responders following the severe tornado activity in Moore, OK and surrounding impacted areas on May 19th and 20th.

The Salvation Army is on the ground in Moore, OK, with multiple disaster response units (canteens) and personnel coordinating with Local and State Emergency Management to serve first responders and those affected by the tornado.

Since service began on Sunday evening, The Salvation Army has provided approximately:
*4,684 meals
*7,752 drinks
*3,188 snacks
*Emotional and spiritual care to more than 600 persons, including first responders as well as those affected by the tornadoes
*722 hours of employee and volunteer service

In addition to feeding and emotional and spiritual care, The Salvation Army is prepared to provide:
*Clean-up kits containing brooms, mops, buckets and cleaning supplies
*Hygiene kits
*Drinking water
*Shower units
*First-aid supplies

Monetary donations are the most critical need as supplies and personnel are mobilized. Your support now will not just help meet immediate needs - The Salvation Army will remain on scene providing long-term assistance to those getting back on their feet after these devastating tornadoes.

FOR MORE INFORMATION on HOW TO GIVE and to see a SHORT VIDEO capturing relief efforts in Moore, OK, please visit: http://blog.salvationarmyusa.org/2013/05/23/disaster-services-continues-in-oklahoma/

For the latest updates on The Salvation Army's response to this disaster, please visit http://blog.salvationarmyusa.org, www.facebook.com/salvationarmyusa or www.twitter.com/salvationarmyus.



***At this time, The Salvation Army in Oregon has not been asked to send volunteers. Should volunteers be requested, you will be notified. Until then, it is critical that support for relief efforts be shared.***

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About The Salvation Army
The Salvation Army, an evangelical part of the universal Christian church established in London in 1865, has been supporting those in need in His name without discrimination for 130 years in the United States. Nearly 30 million Americans receive assistance from The Salvation Army each year through the broadest array of social services that range from providing food for the hungry, relief for disaster victims, assistance for the disabled, outreach to the elderly and ill, clothing and shelter to the homeless and opportunities for underprivileged children. 82 cents of every dollar The Salvation Army spends is used to support those services in 5,000 communities nationwide. The Salvation Army works in 126 countries worldwide. For more information, or to make a donation, visit us online at www.salvationarmyportland.org. People wishing to make monetary donations can do so by calling 503.238.GIVE (4483), or by mail, The Salvation Army, 8495 SE Monterey Avenue, Happy Valley, OR 97086-7844.

Friend us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/SalvationArmyPortland

This morning, Thursday May 23, 2013, at 8:54 a.m., East Precinct officers responded to the report of an armed robbery at the Division Market, located at 2404 Southeast 79th Avenue.

Officers arrived in the area and contacted the victim at the store. The victim told police that the suspect entered the market, armed with a handgun, and demanded money. After obtaining an undisclosed amount of money, the suspect left the store. The victim did not know where the suspect went after leaving the store.

Officers searched the neighborhood using a Police K-9 Unit but did not locate anyone matching the suspect's description.

The suspect is described as a white male in his 20s, 5'10", 180 pounds, blonde or brown hair, wearing a bandana covering his face, baseball cap, dark-colored jacket, and blue jeans.

Robbery detectives have not determined if this suspect was involved in any of the armed robberies on Wednesday afternoon.

Anyone with information about this robbery is asked to contact the Robbery Detail at (503) 823-0405.

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Five people were arrested on drug-related charges Wednesday following the execution of a search warrant at a Toledo-area residence by the Lincoln Interagency Narcotics Team (LINT) with the assistance of Toledo Police Department, Oregon State Police, and Newport Police Department.

On May 22, 2013, a search warrant was served at a residence in the 600 block of SE 2nd Street in Toledo. The subsequent search led to the seizure of methamphetamine, marijuana, and other evidence related to the sale and use of illegal drugs. Five adults were arrested and a minor child found living in the residence was removed and turned over to Oregon Department of Human Services.

The five individuals arrested and lodged in the Lincoln County Jail are identified as:

CYNTHIA MARIE STAFFORD, age 37
* Unlawful Manufacture, Possession and Delivery of a Controlled Substance - Methamphetamine
* Child Neglect in the First Degree

JAMES EARL GILLASPY, age 41
* Unlawful Manufacture, Possession and Delivery of a Controlled Substance - Methamphetamine
* Child Neglect in the First Degree

ELENA RENE GREWELL, age 26
* Frequenting a Place Where Controlled Substances are Sold

MASTON McMILLAN, age 28
* Frequenting a Place Where Controlled Substances are Sold

DANIEL ALVAREZ, age 26
* Frequenting a Place Where Controlled Substances are Sold

LINT is comprised of members from Oregon State Police, Lincoln County Sheriff's Office, Newport Police Department, and Lincoln City Police Department. Anyone with information about this investigation or any other drug-related case is encouraged to call LINT at (541) 265-5354.

Photographs - Lincoln County Sheriff's Office

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Attached Media Files: 2013-05/1002/64558/Cynthia_Stafford.jpg , 2013-05/1002/64558/James_Gillaspy.jpg , 2013-05/1002/64558/Elena_Grewell.jpg , 2013-05/1002/64558/Maston_McMillan.jpg , 2013-05/1002/64558/Daniel_Alvarez.jpg

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Matthew Marheine, domestic preparedness coordinator for Oregon Emergency Management (OEM), gives a briefing to county liaisons, operations staff and state agency representatives from OEM, May 23, in the Emergency Coordination Center at the Anderson Readiness Center in Salem, Ore., during the Portland Area Capabilities Exercise. The exercise tests emergency response capabilities. The role of the Emergency Coordination Center at Oregon Emergency Management is to support counties and liaison with the federal government during an emergency, if necessary. Last year, the ECC received major technological upgrades. (Photo by Cory Grogan, Oregon Emergency Management)

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Beth Depew, an Oregon Health Division health care liaison for Josephine and Jackson Counties, and Keith Moen, system coordinator for the emergency response Real Time Assessment and Planning Tool for Oregon, collaborate in the Emergency Coordination Center at the Anderson Readiness Center in Salem, Ore., during the Portland Area Capabilities Exercise, May 23. The exercise tests emergency response capabilities. The role of the Emergency Coordination Center at Oregon Emergency Management is to support counties and liaison with the federal government during an emergency, if necessary. Last year, the ECC received major technological upgrades. (Photo by Cory Grogan, Oregon Emergency Management)

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Doug Jimenez, exercise coordinator with Oregon Emergency Management and exercise controller for the Portland Area Capabilities Exercise, views the emergency response Real Time Assessment and Planning Tool for Oregon in the Emergency Coordination Center at the Anderson Readiness Center in Salem, Ore., during the Portland Area Capabilities Exercise, May 23. The exercise tests emergency response capabilities. The role of the Emergency Coordination Center at Oregon Emergency Management is to support counties and liaison with the federal government during an emergency, if necessary. Last year, the ECC received major technological upgrades. (Photo by Cory Grogan, Oregon Emergency Management)


Attached Media Files: 2013-05/3986/64557/130523-A-FS713-138.jpg , 2013-05/3986/64557/130523-A-FS713-68.jpg , 2013-05/3986/64557/130523-A-FS713-43.jpg

*NOTE: CONCERT TICKET PRICES REVISED FROM PRIOR PRESS RELEASE*

Brantley Gilbert - Fri Aug 23rd, 8PM - Tickets $30, $40 & $50
Terry Fator - Sat Aug 24th, 8PM - Tickets $25, $30 & $40
The Oak Ridge Boys 40th Anniversary Tour - Sun Aug 25th, 3PM - Tickets $20, $25 & $30
REO Speedwagon w/ special guest Loverboy - Fri Aug 30th, 8PM - Tickets $30, $40 & $50
Bridget Mendler - Sat Aug 31st, 7PM - Tickets $20, $30, & $40
Martina McBride - Mon Sept 2nd, 7PM - Tickets $30, $40, & $45

All concert tickets purchased in advance include Fair admission valued up to $11. Doors open 1 hour prior to showtime.

Buy tickets:
. Online: oregonstatefair.org
. Charge by phone 877-840-0457 Mon-Fri 8AM-7PM Sat 10AM -4PM Sun 12PM-4PM
. Oregon State Fair Box Office, 2330 17th St N.E. in Salem Mon-Fri 8AM-5PM

Service Fees:
-There is a service fee of 50 cents attached to each Fair admission ticket sold online.
-There is an order fee of $2.50 per online order and a $5 fee for phone orders.
-Mail delivery adds a $1 charge per order.
-No fees are charged for tickets purchased at the Box Office in person.

Kelso- Cowlitz 2 Fire & Rescue and Kelso McDonalds Restaurant, in conjunction with a supportive donation from Safe Kids Coalitions of Washington, are awarding local kids for practicing safe bicycle and skateboard riding habits. Firefighters will be issuing "citations" (coupons for a free Happy Meal) when they see kids wearing helmets while riding their bicycles and skateboards while on duty. They will be patrolling local schools, Riverside Park in Lexington, the Rotary skate park, and Tamo O'Shanter Park issuing the citations until supplies last.

Over 500,000 Americans suffer from injuries related to bicycle accidents and 700 people die each year. Children, 15 years old and younger, make up 59% of those emergency room treated injuries, according to Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Cyclists' death, adults and children, resulting from not wearing a helmet was decreased by 53% in a 20 year study in 28 countries with mandatory helmet laws, according to Road Safety Annual Report 2011 published by the OECD's International Transport Forum found at: http://www.cycle-helmets.com/helmet_statistics.html.

Since 2006, McDonald’s has supported the Council for Better Business Bureaus (“CBBB�) Children’s Food and Beverage Advertising Initiative (“CFBAI�) involving a voluntary Food Pledge to only nationally advertise products to kids that represent healthier dietary choices. McDonald’s was actively engaged in the process to help develop CBBB’s recently announced more rigorous pledge standards, which include stricter sodium and sugar criteria and zero grams artificial trans fat per labeled serving.

In 2012, McDonald’s also raised nutrition awareness among children and parents through national marketing initiatives. Nutrition messaging is now in 100 percent of its national kids’ communications, including merchandising, advertising, digital and the Happy Meal packaging. McDonald’s also provides funding for grass roots community nutrition awareness programs.

The local owner operators of The Washington State Owners Association are generously donating thousands of BOG (“Be Our Guests�) cards, which are redeemable for free Happy Meals at each participating location. In alignment with our Food Pledge, each Happy Meal now offers all white meat Chicken McNuggets, apple slices, kids fries and fat-free milk.

Child safety and balanced diet are issues that our local owner operators feel very strongly about. This commitment to Safe Kids is an example of the ongoing support the local owners/operators of Washington State are proud to provide to their communities.

McDonalds is happy to reward the children in our community and encourage them to practice safe riding habits. This offer is in conjunction with a supportive donation to the Safe Kids Coalitions of Washington.


Attached Media Files: 2013-05/3738/64554/image4453.jpg

Wells Fargo & Company is donating $100,000 to the American Red Cross to assist the individuals and families affected by this week's devastating tornado in Moore, Okla., and surrounding areas. The American Red Cross will use the money to help tornado victims in the region.

"When a community is faced with such a tragic loss of life and destruction of property, it's our duty to act and to help bring relief to those in need," said Jon Campbell, executive vice president of Government and Community Relations at Wells Fargo. "We hope our contribution will help the people in this community address their very vital, immediate needs and begin the longer process of recovery."

"The impact of this storm on this community is simply staggering," added Rick Folmar, Oklahoma and Northwest Arkansas complex manager for Wells Fargo Advisors. "We are providing assistance to all of our customers who were affected by it. There are many people in need here, and we will help them recover and rebuild."

Wells Fargo team members will continue to work with the American Red Cross to support relief efforts and help these communities recover. It is one of many community-focused efforts that Wells Fargo supports year-round.

About Wells Fargo
Serving the Pacific Northwest since 1852, Wells Fargo & Company (NYSE: WFC) is a nationwide, diversified, community-based financial services company with $1.4 trillion in assets. Wells Fargo provides banking, insurance, investments, mortgage, and consumer and commercial finance through more than 9,000 stores; 12,000 ATMs; and the Internet (wellsfargo.com).

What: Golf Tournament
When: Thursday, June 6, 2013 7 am check-in; 8 am Shotgun Start
Where: Camas Meadows Golf Course

Evergreen Habitat for Humanity is holding our 8th Annual Golf Tournament on Thursday, June 6th at the Camas Meadows Golf Course. The tournament format will be a 4-person scramble. The cost is $150 per golfer which includes the round of golf, golf cart, and a delicious barbecue lunch and prize raffle immediately after.

Through volunteer labor and tax deductible donations of money and materials, EHFH builds simple, decent houses with the help of homeowner (partner) families. To date, EHFH has partnered with 27 families to help them achieve their dreams of home ownership, financed the construction of 30 homes in developing countries through our partner affiliates, and repaired over ten owner-occupied homes through our A Brush With Kindness program. All funds raised from the golf tournament go directly back into our program!

Opportunities for tournament sponsorships are still available. Please contact Melissa Edwards at 360-737-1759 or Melissa@ehfh.org for details.

There are a few teams spots left, so sign up now!


Attached Media Files: 2013-05/3419/64552/EHFH_Golf_Poster_Registration_2013_revised_5-3-13.pdf

On Friday, May 10, 2013, Clackamas County Sheriff's Office detectives arrested David Alan Feb on 30 counts of Sex Abuse of a Child.

Following a lengthy criminal investigation, Sheriff's Office Child Abuse Team detectives arrested David Alan Feb, age 60, at his Beavercreek residence and transported him to the Clackamas County Jail. He is charged with 30 counts of Sex Abuse in the First Degree. Bail is set at $500,000.

The victim is a family member who was between the ages of 3 and 12 when the alleged abuse occurred. The numerous crimes allegedly occurred at Feb's Beavercreek residence between 2000 and 2009.

Investigators are not ruling out the possibility of other non-related victims.

A booking photo is attached and can also be found here: http://www.clackamas.us/safetyapp/inmates/inmate.jsp?in=2013014256

For more information on our Child Abuse Team, visit http://www.clackamas.us/sheriff/cat.html

ADDITIONAL VICTIMS, TIPS SOUGHT

If you or someone you know has been victimized by David Feb, please contact us using the Clackamas County Sheriff's Office Tip Line -- by phone at 503-723-4949 or by using the online e-mail form at http://www.clackamas.us/sheriff/forms/tip.html Please reference Clackamas County Sheriff's Office Case #12-31944.

The public can also submit crime-tip text messages to the Clackamas County Sheriff's Office from a cell phone. All users have to do is send a text message to CRIMES (274637 on your phone keypad) -- with the keyword CCSO as the first word in the message body.

Important reminder: Please do not send emergency messages using the text-messaging system -- in case of an emergency, call 911.

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Attached Media Files: Suspect David Alan Feb

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Fair admission and concert tickets go on sale Friday, May 31st at 10 a.m.

Bridgit Mendler with very special guest (to be announced) performs Saturday August 31st at 7 p.m.

Fans of Bridgit Mendler already know she's a terrific singer. After all, the star of the Disney Channel original series "Good Luck Charlie" sings the show's theme song and has sung in lead roles of Disney original films like "Lemonade Mouth." But she's no newcomer. Bridgit has been writing songs since age 6, and in recent years has made songwriting a daily habit.

Born in Washington, D.C., Bridgit moved with her family to Northern California when she was eight years old. By the time she began middle school, she was deep into artists and bands that ultimately influenced her: from Maroon 5 and the Red Hot Chili Peppers, to Ingrid Michaelson, Feist and Destiny's Child. She also had started acting, first in local productions and, later, in Los Angeles, where the young teen headed to pursue a career. She landed early roles in soap operas and films before Disney discovered her, giving her guest roles in shows like "Jonas" and "Wizards of Waverly Place."

Bridgit's big break came when she was cast as Teddy in the series "Good Luck Charlie," which debuted on the Disney Channel in 2010. Her role as the protective big sister of baby Charlie catapulted Bridgit to stardom in the Disney world and beyond. She juggled work on the series with lead roles in "Lemonade Mouth," gueststarring roles in shows like "House," and voicing the title character in the hit Walt Disney Pictures animated film, "The Secret World of Arrietty."

Bridgit Mendler has recorded one studio album, "Hello My Name Is..." released on October 22, 2012, one soundtrack album, two singles, three promotional singles, five music videos and five album appearances. Her first soundtrack, Lemonade Mouth peaked at number 4 on the Billboard 200. Her first single, "Somebody", sold 6,000 copies in the first week She has recently released a video to support her new hit single "Hurricane". Already Bridgit has had 7 award wins and 3 nominations. Her most recent award was for Best Acoustic Performance at the Disney Music Awards. She currently has a nomination for the upcoming Teen Choice Awards to Air Sunday August 11th on Fox TV for Choice TV Actress: Comedy!

OREGON STATE FAIR ADMISSION & CONCERT DATES, HOURS & PRICES

FAIR DATES
Friday, August 23, 2013, through Monday (Labor Day), September 2, 2013

HOURS OF OPERATION:
Sunday - Thursday 10 am - 9 pm
Friday - Saturday 10 am - 11 pm
Carnival opens at 11 am daily

FAIR ADMISSION PRICES:
Adults (13 - 64): in advance (up to 8-22-13) $ 7.00 - at the gate $11.00
Seniors (65 and over): in advance (up to 8-22-13) $ 3.00 - at the gate $ 6.00
Children (6 - 12): in advance (up to 8-22-13) $ 3.00 - at the gate $ 6.00
Kids (5 and under): in advance (up to 8-22-13) free - at the gate free

GROUP RATES
For 50 persons or more in a group: $ 5.00 each

MULTI-DAY PASSES (3-DAY PASS)
Adults (13 - 64): $ 20.00
Seniors (65 and over): $ 9.00
Children (6 - 12): $ 9.00

CONCERT TICKETS:
Brantley Gilbert - Fri Aug 23rd, 8PM - Tickets $20, $30 & $40
Terry Fator - Sat Aug 24th, 8PM - Tickets $15, $20 & $30
The Oak Ridge Boys 40th Anniversary Tour - Sun Aug 25th, 3PM - Tickets $10, $15 & $20
REO Speedwagon w/ special guest Loverboy - Fri Aug 30th, 8PM - Tickets $20, $30 & $40
Bridget Mendler - Sat Aug 31st, 7PM - Tickets $10, $20, & $30
Martina McBride - Mon Sept 2nd, 7PM - Tickets $20, $30, & $35

Concert tickets purchased in advance include Fair admission valued up to $11. Doors open 1 hour prior to showtime.

BUY TICKETS:
. Online: oregonstatefair.org
. Charge by phone 877-840-0457 Mon- Fri 8AM-7PM Sat 10AM -4PM Sun 12PM-4PM
. Oregon State Fair's Box Office, 2330 17th St N.E. Salem Mon- Fri 8AM-5PM

SERVICE FEES:
-There is a service fee attached to each Fair admission ticket of 50 cents per ticket sold online.
-There is an order fee of $2.50 per online order and a $5 fee for phone orders.
-Mail delivery adds a $1 charge per order.
-No fees are charged for tickets purchased at the Box Office in person.


Attached Media Files: Bridgit Mendler

Drawing opportunity and giveaway for all presenting donors

Portland, OR, May 22, 2013 -- Memorial Day signals the unofficial start of summer, the holiday's true meaning is undeniable, to honor members of the United States Armed Forces. Historically, during the summer months of June, July and August, about two fewer donors give blood at each Red Cross blood drive than what patients need. But, this seasonal challenge can be overcome two generous donors at a time, at every blood drive, every day.

To kick off the summer season, all presenting donors at donor centers across the Pacific Northwest region before and after the Memorial Day holiday, between May 23 and 31, could win one of five $1,000 American Express gift cards*.

Additional special offer available at the following blood drives:
All presenting donors at the following blood drives(only)will receive a stadium seat cushion to use while watching summer sports and other fun activities.

Portland Donor Center blood drive, 3131 N. Vancouver Ave., Portland, OR 97227
Saturday May 25 from 7:30 AM to 1:00 PM
Monday May 27 from 7:30 AM to 1:00 PM

Clark County Donor Center blood drive, 5109 NE 82nd Ave., Vancouver, WA 98662
Saturday, May 25 from 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Monday, May 27 from 1:30 PM - 7:30 PM

Salem Donor Center blood drive, 475 Cottage Street NE, Suite 110, Salem, OR 97301
Friday, May 24th- 8:00 AM - 1:30 PM
Monday, May 27th- 8:00 AM - 1:30 PM

Central Oregon Donor Center blood drive, 815 SW Bond St Suite 110, Bend, OR 97702
Friday, May 24th- 9:00 AM - 2:30 PM
Monday, May 27th-1:00 PM - 6:30 PM

Roseburg Donor Center blood drive, 1176 NW Garden Valley Blvd, Roseburg, OR 97470
Friday, May 24th- 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Monday, May 27th- 12:30 PM - 6:30 PM

Medford Donor Center blood drive, 1174 Progress Drive, Suite 102, Medford, OR 97504
Friday, May 24th- 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Monday, May 27th- 12:30 PM - 6:30 PM

To donate blood or platelets over the coming holiday weekend, individuals can visit redcrossblood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) to make an appointment to help save lives. To view Red Cross stories, visit redcrossblood.org/summer.

*For American Express gift card drawing official rules and regulations please visit www.redcrossblood.org/summerrulesandregs

How to donate blood
Simply call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) or visit redcrossblood.org to make an appointment or for more information. All blood types are needed to ensure a reliable supply for patients. A blood donor card or driver's license or two other forms of identification are required at check-in. Individuals who are 17 years of age (16 with parental consent in some states), weigh at least 110 pounds and are in generally good health may be eligible to donate blood. High school students and other donors 18 years of age and younger also have to meet certain height and weight requirements.

About the American Red Cross:
The American Red Cross shelters, feeds and provides emotional support to victims of disasters; supplies about 40 percent of the nation's blood; teaches skills that save lives; provides international humanitarian aid; and supports military members and their families. The Red Cross is a not-for-profit organization that depends on volunteers and the generosity of the American public to perform its mission. For more information, please visit redcross.org or visit us on Twitter at @RedCross.
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Attached Media Files: Summer of Stories Logo

A family of three has been devastated by a second-alarm fire in Aloha this morning. At 4:48am frantic callers to 9-1-1 reported smoke and heavy flames coming from a three-story town home located at 3159 SW Jaden Drive. The sounds of screams could be heard in the background as callers described the burning, three story town home with known occupants trapped inside.

Prior to firefighters' arrival, an attempt had been made by a Washington County Sherrif's deputy and neighbor to reach the trapped occupants with a ladder, but smoke and fire conditions proved too dangerous. A crew of firefighters from Tualatin Valley Fire & Rescue's Aloha station was the first to arrive on scene within four minutes of being dispatched. They immediately began rescue operations and brought an adult female down a ladder from the third floor. At the same time that the Aloha crew was providing medical treatment to the adult female, firefighters from Beaverton Station 67 began to attack the fire and search for other occupants on the first and second floors. Firefighters from Hillsboro Fire Department's Engine 2 and TVF&R Station 67 found an 11-year-old boy in a second-story hallway and brought him out the front door. Moments later, firefighters searching the third floor found an adult male and brought him out a third-story window.

All three were treated on scene by paramedics from Tualatin Valley Fire & Rescue and Metro West Ambulance. CPR was administered to both males (father and son) prior to being transported by Metro West Ambulance to Legacy Emmanuel Hospital. The adult female (mother) was transported to St. Vincent's Hospital.

Because of the rapid response time, aggressive firefighting efforts and the presence of a fire wall, the fire did not spread to the adjacent town home. Most of the damage to the fire unit occurred on the first-floor garage where it is believed the fire started. Fire extended to the second floor and heavy smoke permeated every level of the affected town home. Though the fire was extinguished within twenty minutes, hot spots remained for hours after the fire started.
Fire investigators remain on scene examining material evidence and burn patterns to determine the exact cause of the fire. There is no damage estimate at this time.

Please see the TVFR Facebook page for photos.

The residential fire was reported at 4:49 a.m. located at 3159 SW Jaden Drive in Aloha. TVF&R is handling the majority of the media information. The Sheriff's Office is releasing the names of the victims.

Jia Zeng, 40 years-old. Mother
Gang Huo, 34 years-old. Father
Tengyuan Huo, 11 years-old. Son

Mother transported to St. Vincent Hospital, Father and son transported to Emanuel Hospital.

Further info available from TVF&R

THIS IS A DRILL, THIS IS A DRILL, THIS IS A DRILL

Dispatchers have received report of an Active Shooter Incident at Kellogg Middle School, 3330 SE 69th Ave. Police, Fire and EMS resources are enroute.

THIS IS A DRILL, THIS IS A DRILL, THIS IS A DRILL

Media staging will be located at the tent in the parking lot indicated in the attached map. A spokesperson will be available at the media tent. All media is directed to stage vehicles on the WEST side of 69th Ave, leaving sufficient space for responders to access the south parking lot.

THIS IS A DRILL, THIS IS A DRILL, THIS IS A DRILL


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PORTLAND, Ore. - (May 23, 2013) - Northwest farmers will fight hunger throughout June Dairy Month. The goal is to raise $100,000 and 100,000 pounds of food in partnership with Fred Meyer stores to benefit Oregon Food Bank, Food Lifeline, and Second Harvest.

The month-long drive includes events in Portland, Medford and Bend. The kick-off event is from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on June 3 at the Hollywood Fred Meyer Store in Portland. Attendees include Laura Golino de Lovato, director of development at Oregon Food Bank and Katy Coba, director of the Oregon Department of Agriculture, as well as Oregon dairy farmer Jerome Rosa to collect food and cash donations.

Donations of non-perishable food will also be accepted at the Dairy Farmers of Oregon Milk Carton Boat Race on June 9 at Westmoreland Park. Special donation events at Fred Meyer stores in Medford and Bend will be held in tandem on June 22.

Donations may be made at 110 Fred Meyer locations in Oregon and Washington. Cash donations can be made at Fred Meyer checkout registers and online at http://bit.ly/YWue9y.

"Oregon's 37,000 family farms grow an abundance of nutritious food," said Coba. "This food drive will help channel some of our state's bounty toward local families experiencing hunger during the summer months."

Hunger doesn't take a summer vacation. Requests for emergency food increase in the summer when children no longer have access to school breakfast and lunch programs.

"When my four-year old son is hungry, our whole family suffers...from his resulting impatience, lack of understanding and tantrums. My heart goes out to all the families who will struggle to feed their kids this summer," said Morgan. "We can all help these families have a happy, well-nourished summer. We encourage everyone to join the Northwest farmers and Fred Meyer stores in the fight against hunger at the Milk Carton Boat Race and other fun activities during June Dairy Month."

Hunger is at an all-time high in Oregon. In an average month, an estimated 270,000 people in Oregon and Clark County, Washington, ate meals from emergency food boxes during the past year. Of those, almost 92,000 were children.

Distribution of emergency food throughout the Oregon Food Bank Network increased 9 percent during 2011-2012 and 41 percent since the beginning of the recession as long-term unemployment, persistent underemployment and the high cost of food, fuel, and housing forced more and more to seek emergency food.

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About Dairy Farmers of Oregon
Dairy Farmers of Oregon is a program of the Oregon Dairy Products Commission. The Commission works on behalf of Oregon's dairy farm families who, with the help of 123,000 dairy cows and Oregon dairy processors, provide award-winning cheeses, milk, butter, and an extensive line of premium ice cream, sour cream and yogurt. Milk is the official state beverage of Oregon, and Oregon is recognized nationwide as a leader for milk quality. The Oregon dairy industry is a community-conscious, caring business that contributes to nearly $1 billion to Oregon's economic well-being each year. Oregon dairymen and women care about their cows, their communities, and the land, air and water of Oregon. www.dairyfarmersor.com. The Commission also provides nutrition education through its program of the Oregon Dairy Council. www.oregondairycouncil.org

About Oregon Food Bank
Oregon Food Bank's mission: to eliminate hunger and its root causes ... because no one should be hungry. With sufficient public will and support of the entire community, we believe it is possible to eliminate hunger and its root causes. Oregon Food Bank collects and distributes food through a network of four OFB branches and 16 independent regional food banks serving Oregon and southwest Washington. The OFB Network helps nearly 1 in 5 households fend off hunger. OFB also leads statewide efforts to increase resources for hungry families and to eliminate the root causes of hunger through advocacy, nutrition education, garden education, and helping communities strengthen local food systems.


Attached Media Files: 2013-05/4131/64545/NW-Farmers-Fighting-Hunger.jpg

Marion County Sheriff's Office Parole & Probation Deputy Anna Whitlock was recently recognized by the Oregon Department of Corrections for her dedication and outstanding service in the filed of parole & probation. Deputy Whitlock was selected from a group of nominees submitted to the DOC from throughout the State of Oregon.

On Wednesday, May 15th, she was presented the "Community Corrections Outstanding Service Award" in recognition of her work in the Transition Services Unit (TSU) of the Marion County Sheriff's Office Parole & Probation Division. This unit provides recently released offenders who have served time within the Department of Corrections assistance with their re-entry to society.

With the TSU, Deputy Whitlock was primarily involved with the Student Opportunity for Achieving Results (SOAR) program, an intensive and collaborative 12 week treatment and employment program designed to provide a variety of services including enhanced supervision, cognitive programming, parenting classes, mentoring, housing, employment services, and addiction treatment. A copy of the program's objectives is attached to this release.

Deputy Whitlock began her career with the MCSO in 2000. She is one of two deputies assigned to the Transition Services Unit.

P&P Commander Jeffrey Wood commended her in his nomination to the DOC, saying, "Anna is the type of parole & probation deputy that every Commanders wants working for them. She cares for her community, cares for her clients, and believes that positive change leads to public safety."

He added, "I once heard a SOAR graduate comment, "Anna is like my mom, only with a gun". This is a perfect description of the complex role played by Deputy Whitlock. She takes this role seriously and applies her trade passionately. Her clients believe in her because they see how she believes in them".

Deputy Whitlock is one of 35 Parole & Probation Deputies supervising approximately 3800 clients in Marion County. She can be contacted at Awhitlock@co.marion.or.us .


Attached Media Files: SOAR Program Description , Commander Jeff Wood & Deputy Whitlock , Service Award

The professional sales certificate program in the College of Business at Washington State University Vancouver has been named one of the 2013 Top University Sales Programs by the Sales Education Foundation. WSU Vancouver's program was recognized for preparing students for professional selling careers and placing top talent in professional selling roles.

The Sales Education Foundation, a non-profit that promotes the sales profession through college and university programs, reports that more than 50 percent of college students in the United States enter sales careers, and many fail due to lack of professional preparation. Universities with professional selling programs are receiving significant attention from companies for successful hiring.

WSU Vancouver's professional sales certificate program has gained national notoriety through fine performances by students at the Western States Collegiate Sales Competition and the National Collegiate Sales Competition.

Twenty-nine students from 10 colleges competed in the Western States Collegiate Sales Competition April 19 at Chico State University in California. WSU Vancouver's team included top performers from the WSU Vancouver Professional Sales Competition in December. The team members were Azur Buljubasic, Devin Ferner, Justin Johnson, Shaina Schlansky and Katelyn Vivian.

The WSU Vancouver team won third runner-up overall. Schlansky won second runner-up for her ADP payroll services role play. Ferner won second place in the TEKsystems IT staffing solutions role play, and second runner-up overall.

Shaynne Goodwin and James Kramer, top two performers from the WSU Vancouver Professional Sales Competition in December, represented WSU Vancouver at the National Collegiate Sales Competition in Kennesaw, GA in March. Both Students performed well and narrowly missed qualifying for the quarter finals.

To earn a professional sales certificate, students complete courses in marketing, professional sales, sales management, business-to-business marketing and negotiations. The courses are applied and interactive. Students complete sales and negotiation role plays, and shadow professional sales people. Graduates of the program are in great demand, often entertaining multiple employment offers.

2013 graduates of the professional sales certificate program have been hired by some of the top sales organizations in the area including: ASC Professional staffing, Alpha Broadcasting, Boeing, Consolidated Electrical Distributors, Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants, Nautilus, Northwestern Mutual, Tom James Clothiers, U.S. Bank and Zones, Inc.

The professional sales certificate program has benefitted greatly from local business-community involvement. Local sales professionals have served as guest speakers, competition judges, career fair exhibitors and members of the Professional Sales Advisory Task Force.

The professional sales certificate program is directed by Ron Pimentel, clinical assistant professor of marketing and faculty director of professional sales; and Alberto Sa Vinhas, assistant professor of marketing.

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Attached Media Files: Western States Collegiate Sales Competition team: left to right, Shaina Schlansky, Devin Ferner, Azur Buljubasic, Katelyn Vivian, and Justin Johnson

A civilian employee of the Marion County Jail was arraigned in the Marion Circuit Court this morning following an investigation into alleged inappropriate interactions with female inmates at the Marion County jail.

Nathaniel W. Johnston, 33, has served as a Facility Security Aide since February of 2007, and has been on administrative leave since April 22, 2013.

Johnston was charged with three counts of ORS 162.415 - Official Misconduct in the First Degree (an A Misdemeanor) and released with a new court date of July 1, 2013 at 1:30pm.

The interactions for which Johnston has been charged allegedly occurred during a year-long period beginning in May, 2012.

Sheriff's Office officials became aware of the allegations that lead to the charges in April, 2013. After conducting an initial review, it appeared that the conduct may have constituted a violation of state laws. Consistent with Sheriff's Office policy, Sheriff Myers called upon the Linn County Sheriff's Office to conduct an independent investigation into the allegations.

The results of that investigation were submitted to the Marion County District Attorney's Office for review. The charges were filed on May 20th.

Sheriff Jason Myers commented, "As an Office, we support our employees and stand behind them when they make sound decisions. However, every decision must adhere to the standards of our policies, procedures, office code of ethics and the public's trust in our office. If they don't, we are committed to being accountable."

Mr. Johnston is represented by Salem Attorney Jeff Jones. He was charged by way of District Attorney's Criminal Information filing; there is no PC statement available.

Oregon State Police (OSP) troopers are continuing the investigation into Wednesday morning's serious injury collision involving a passenger car and commercial truck that occurred at the intersection of Old Highway 99S and the northbound Interstate 5 off ramp at exit 112 north of Myrtle Creek. The names of the two injured females are released in this update.

According to Lieutenant Doug Ladd, on May 22, 2013 at approximately 11:20 a.m., a commercial truck driven by STANLEY McHUGILL, age 63, from Sutherlin, was exiting the northbound lanes of Interstate 5 at exit 112. A 2001 Dodge Stratus two-door with 2 teen occupants from California traveling on Old Highway 99S failed to stop at a stop sign, drove into the truck's path and was struck in the driver's side.

The Dodge's 17-year old female driver, NATASHA HASTINGS from Redondo Beach, California, was not using safety restraints and received serious injuries. She was extricated by firefighters and initially transported by ambulance to Mercy Medical Center in Roseburg, then transferred to Sacred Heart Medical Center at RiverBend in Springfield. She is in critical condition.

The 18-year old female passenger, GABRIELLE SWAIN from Redondo Beach, was using safety restraints and received minor injuries. Airbags deployed in their car.

McHUGILL was not injured. He was using safety restraints.

OSP troopers from the Roseburg Area Command office are investigating. Local emergency responders and ODOT assisted at the scene.

OSP reminds drivers and passengers that we are in midst of the "Click It or Ticket" campaign that runs through June 2. All vehicles occupants are urged to use safety restraints because it is the single most effective way to protect vehicle occupants involved in a crash from injury or death. More information about the May campaign and increased enforcement effort is available on our website at http://www.oregon.gov/osp/NEWSRL/Pages/news/05_15_2013_click_it_or_ticket.aspx.

Photograph - Oregon State Police

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Press Release #0523-01

PORTLAND, Ore. - The Director of the Portland VA Medical Center is leaving his position May 31, 2013 after nearly three years as head of the 11-facility, 4,000-employee Veteran health care center for his new post in Nashville, Tenn.

John Patrick has been selected as the new Department of Veterans Affairs MidSouth Healthcare Veterans Integrated Service Network (VISN) 9 Director. Brian W. Westfield, the current Director of the Walla Walla VA Medical Center, will serve as Interim Director in Portland beginning in June until the Portland position is filled.

"Portland VA Medical Center is one of the best places that I have worked in my VA career because of the steadfast focus on clinical excellence and an environment of creativity and innovation," said Patrick in a recent message to his staff. "The staff and volunteers of this great facility have not only provided me with unparalleled professional support as a leader, but a culture of warm collaboration second to none."

Patrick began his career with the VA in 1983, working in various clinical and administrative positions across the country. He has been the Medical Center Director in Portland since July 2010. During a portion of this time, he also served as Interim Director of VA Puget Sound Health Care System in Seattle. From January 2007 until his arrival in Portland, Patrick served as Director of the Salem VA Medical Center, in Salem, Va.
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The Portland VA Medical Center (PVAMC ) is a 284-bed facility serving more than 80,000 Veterans in Oregon and Southwest Washington in 2012, PVAMC consists of the main tertiary care medical center located near downtown Portland, Ore., the Vancouver Campus located near downtown Vancouver, Wash., a Community Resource and Referral Center (CRRC) in downtown Portland, as well as eight community outpatient clinics across Oregon that support our Veterans in rural areas. These clinics are located in Bend, east Portland, Hillsboro, Warrenton, Newport, Salem, The Dalles, and West Linn, Oregon.


Attached Media Files: John E. Patrick, outgoing Director of the Portland VA Medical Center

23-year-old James Lee Moultrie was booked into the Multnomah County Jail on charges of Assault in the Second Degree, Kidnap in the First Degree, Rape in the First Degree and Sodomy in the First Degree.

Investigators learned that during this attack, Moultrie sexually assaulted his wife.

Moultrie will be arraigned later today.

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###ORIGINAL MESSAGE BELOW###

On Wednesday May 22, 2013, at approximately 4:00 p.m., North Precinct officers responded to the Parkway Gardens Apartments, located at 14202 Northeast Sandy Boulevard on the report of a stabbing.

Officers arrived and located the female adult victim suffering from multiple stab wounds. She was transported to a Portland hospital for treatment. Her injuries are not believed to be life-threatening.

Officers leaned that the suspect in the stabbing was the estranged husband of the victim's roommate.

Officers learned that the suspect came over to the apartment and assaulted his wife then stabbed the victim while she tried to intervene.

The suspect fled the location but was later located and arrested by East Precinct officers.

Assault detectives are continuing the investigation.

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PF&R and PPB personnel will be training on  an "active shooter" scenario today at  Kellogg Middle School (SE 69th and Powell). The drill will involve aprox. 50 moulaged (make-up that simulates injuries) victims and several PF&R and PPB resources. The training is designed to give first responders a "real life" experience as they navigate the difficulties of trying to control a threatening shooter and also get medical care to victims inside the school. PF&R and PPB communication groups will be on-site prepping for simulated press conferences and testing public notification and social media plans. There will be designated area's for media to shoot video of the rescue operation and coordinated walk-thru's of patient treatment and triage area's. This drill will take  place between 9am-12pm. Please contact Lt. Rich Chatman or Sgt. Pete Simpson for specific information.

One adult and a dog received assistance from Red Cross after a single family fire in the 14400 block of SW Walton Street in Beaverton Wednesday evening. The pair received assistance with lodging, food, clothing, and information about health and mental health services.

Two people were injured Wednesday afternoon in a four-vehicle traffic crash along Highway 20 about three miles east of Albany. Oregon State Police (OSP) troopers from the Albany Area Command office are continuing the investigation and no citations have been issued at this time.

According to Senior Trooper Scott Granger, on May 22, 2013 at approximately 3:00 p.m., a 2006 Ford F350 pickup driven by GREGORY SCHMICK age 49, from Silverton, was westbound on Highway 20 near milepost 4 when it crossed the double solid center lines into the eastbound lane and crashed into a 2012 GMC Sierra driven by GERALD FRITZ, age 47, from Lebanon. A third vehicle driven by STANLEY PESEK, age 82, from Oroville, California, moved into the westbound lane to avoid the Ford pickup but was struck in the passenger side. A fourth vehicle driven by APRIL HALL, age 34, from Lyons, Oregon, was also struck by the Ford pickup.

A passenger in the third vehicle identified as TRUDY PESEK, age 69, from Oroville, was extricated from the vehicle by Albany firefighters. STANLEY and TRUDY PESEK were transported by ambulance to Albany General Hospital where they were treated and released for minor injuries.

No other persons were reported injured.

Safety restraint use information is not available. Airbags in the Ford pickup and PESEK's vehicle deployed.

The highway was cleared about 6:00 p.m. ODOT assisted with traffic control during the investigation and clearing of vehicles from the scene.

Photographs - Oregon State Police

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Vancouver, WA--

Wetlands exploration, nature hikes, a stream table, craft projects, and more are on tap at the upcoming Family Field Trip Day at Columbia Springs. Bring the family to explore the wonders of nature on Saturday, June 1 from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. The event is open to children of all ages. Participants will experience some of the same hands-on learning stations that over 5,000 local school kids get to enjoy each year during their field trips to Columbia Springs. Columbia Springs, hundred-acre urban natural area and historic fish hatchery is located at 12208 SE Evergreen Highway, Vancouver, WA 98683.

The cost to participate is $5 per child and free for adults accompanying children. Food will be available for purchase, and picnicking areas are available on site. Water will be available to refill reusable water bottles.

Walk-ins are welcome, but register online by Tuesday, May 28 to insure your spot. Registration is available at www.columbiasprings.org/family-field-trip-day/ or by calling 360-882-0936 ext. 230.

For more information, contact Events and Volunteer Coordinator Mariah Acton at volunteer@columbiasprings.org or by calling 360-882-0936 ext. 230.


Attached Media Files: The Damon Family of Vancouver, WA explore the wonders of wetlands at Columbia Springs' Family Field Trip Day

Today, Wednesday May 22, 2013, Portland Police officers responded to three separate armed robberies at businesses in Portland. Robbery detectives have not determined if these robberies were committed by the same suspect or if they are related to each other.

The first robbery occurred at approximately 1:20 p.m., at the Baskin Robbins Ice Cream located at 11011 Northeast Halsey Street. The suspect entered the shop armed with a handgun and demanded money. After obtaining an undisclosed amount of money, the suspect fled the area.

The suspect is described as an male Hispanic or light-skinned African American in his 20s or 30s, 5'8" tall, 160 pounds, dark clothes, armed with a handgun.

The second robbery occurred at approximately 3:00 p.m., at the Baskin Robbins Ice Cream located at 4102 Southeast Powell Boulevard. The suspect entered the shop armed with a handgun and demanded money. After obtaining an undisclosed amount of money, the suspect fled the area. A neighborhood search by officers and a police K-9 unit did not locate the suspect, who had a similar description as the first robbery.

The third robbery occurred at approximately 4:30 p.m., at the Mocha Express located at Southeast 51st Avenue and Holgate Street. In this robbery, the suspect was armed with a handgun and obtained an undisclosed amount of money before he ran into the neighborhood. A neighborhood search did not locate the suspect.

This suspect is described as a white male in his 20s, 5'10" tall, thin to medium build, wearing a dark or blue jean jacket.

Anyone with information about any of these robberies is asked to contact the Robbery Detail at (503) 823-0405.

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On May 22, 2013, at approximately 3:20 p.m., Detectives from the Children's Justice Center (CJC) utilized the SW Washington Regional SWAT team to serve a search warrant at a residence in the 9200 block of NE 14th Way. Detectives from CJC are conducting an investigation into the rape of a 5 year old child, a relative of the suspect. The SWAT team located the suspect, Christopher R. Warren, DOB 2/14/80, of Vancouver at the residence. Warren was arrested for Rape of a Child I and will be booked into the Clark County Jail.

The investigation is still ongoing and no further information will be released related to this case at this time.

A number of regional agencies participated in a simulated bioterrorism attack exercise to evaluate interagency and regional response at Camp Withycombe in Clackamas, Ore., May 22.

The Portland Area Capabilities Exercise (PACE) involved agencies from Clackamas, Clark, Washington, Multnomah and Columbia Counties.

The exercise brought together several agencies, including Clackamas Fire District #1, the fire departments of Canby, Gladstone and Boring, American Medical Response, Metro West Ambulance, Lifeflight, Clackamas County Medical Examiner, The American Red Cross, Clackamas County's Office of Emergency Management, and Department of Communications.

The Oregon National Guard's 102 Civil Support Team provided observers and evaluators for the exercise.

Photo Captions:
130522-Z-OT568-092: Firefighters with Clackamas Fire District #1 evacuate victims of a simulated bioterrorism attack from the Armed Forces Reserve Center during the Portland Area Capabilities Exercise (PACE) Setter at Camp Withycombe in Clackamas, Ore., March 22. The purpose of the PACE Setter exercise is to test regional and interagency response to public health incidents affecting multiple agencies. (Photo by Staff Sgt. April Davis, Oregon Military Department Public Affairs)

130522-Z-OT568-112: Capt. Daniel Fay, with the Oregon National Guard's 102 Civil Support Team, evaluates first responders reacting to a simulated bioterrorism attack at the Armed Forces Reserve Center during the Portland Area Capabilities Exercise (PACE) Setter at Camp Withycombe in Clackamas, Ore., March 22. The purpose of the PACE Setter exercise is to test regional and interagency response to public health incidents affecting multiple agencies. (Photo by Staff Sgt. April Davis, Oregon Military Department Public Affairs)

130522-Z-OT568-119: Firefighters decontaminate and triage victims of a simulated bioterrorism attack at the Armed Forces Reserve Center during the Portland Area Capabilities Exercise (PACE) Setter at Camp Withycombe in Clackamas, Ore., March 22. The purpose of the PACE Setter exercise is to test regional and interagency response to public health incidents affecting multiple agencies. (Photo by Staff Sgt. April Davis, Oregon Military Department Public Affairs)

130522-Z-OT568-127: Capt. Daniel Fay (center) and Maj. Patrick Birbeck (right), both with the Oregon National Guard's 102 Civil Support Team, evaluate first responders reacting to a simulated bioterrorism attack at the Armed Forces Reserve Center during the Portland Area Capabilities Exercise (PACE) Setter at Camp Withycombe in Clackamas, Ore., March 22. The purpose of the PACE Setter exercise is to test regional and interagency response to public health incidents affecting multiple agencies. (Photo by Staff Sgt. April Davis, Oregon Military Department Public Affairs)


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Vancouver, Wash., May 21, 2013--More than 650 people attended the Community Foundation for Southwest Washington's 2013 Annual Luncheon, themed Better Together, at the Hilton Vancouver Washington. The event and awards ceremony recognized the interdependence between communities and philanthropy, and also honored a number of the individuals who have given generously to improve the quality of life in southwest Washington.

"The more we practice philanthropy as individuals, the more we will flourish as a community," Richard Melching, President of the Community Foundation for Southwest Washington, said.

The afternoon began with an augmented reality presentation that was created in partnership with the Creative Media and Digital Culture program at WSU Vancouver. This display drew hundreds of attendees who interacted with colorfully, illustrated banners placed around the room. Through the use of an image recognition mobile application, called Aurasma, the banners allowed guests to learn about collaborative projects that have made positive impacts on southwest Washington. Each of these projects and their outcomes can be explored further on the Foundation's comprehensive Better Together website at www.cfsww.org/bettertogether.

A portion of the formal program looked back on the Foundation's 2012 accomplishments. Over the course of last year, the organization was able to distribute $5,865,074 through more than 1,000 grants and scholarships. Many of these individual and community-based grants stayed local, with 78 percent of the funds staying in the Foundation's three-county service area of Clark, Cowlitz and Skamania Counties. Kaycee Wiita, Board Chair of the Foundation, also shared the organization's 29-year granting total--nearly $127 million.

An awards ceremony soon followed, presenting Jim and Kay McClaskey as the 2013 Philanthropists of the Year--the organization's most prominent award. A video capturing their generous character emphasized their support for the PeaceHealth Southwest Medical Center Foundation and the Foundation for Vancouver Public Schools. The Friend of the Foundation award was also presented to outgoing president Richard Melching for his leadership and dedication to the Community Foundation and its mission of promoting philanthropy and improving the quality of life in southwest Washington.

The Better Together theme also made appearances throughout the remarks. It served as the impetus for encouraging the audience and the greater community to get involved in philanthropy. The Foundation provides many ways to do so, but emphasized its initiative to interrupt the cycle of intergenerational poverty as a primary focus in 2013. Jennifer Rhoads, the Foundation's Vice President of Development and President Designate, also extended an invitation to get involved through a series of civic conversations that the organization will offer, in partnership with The Columbian, to the general public. More information can be found by visiting www.cfsww.org.

"We need a forum where we can learn about the current state of our communities and start talking about what we want them to look like," Rhoads said. "We know our best and brightest ideas will come from our citizens, so we hope you will join us and share your voice."

About the Community Foundation for Southwest Washington

Established in 1984, The Community Foundation helps a broad cross section of citizens build stronger communities through effective philanthropy. One of the nation's more than 700 community foundations, it is a tax-exempt, public charity that primarily serves southwest Washington. The Foundation holds nearly 280 distinct funds, which are pooled, managed and invested to generate growth and income for granting purposes. Governed by a volunteer Board of local leaders, the Foundation offers services to donors and nonprofit organizations, as well as a wide range of benefits to the community.

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One person received minor injuries early Wednesday afternoon in a collision on the southbound lanes of Interstate 5 south of Roseburg involving their sport utility vehicle towing a travel trailer and a commercial truck. One freeway lane was blocked for several hours causing a significant back up until the road could be cleared.

According to Lieutenant Doug Ladd, on May 22, 2013 at approximately 12:10 p.m., a 2005 Ford Expedition pulling a 26-foot travel trailer driven by JENNIFER GEHO, age 53, from Roseburg, was southbound on Interstate 5 near milepost 116 in the left lane. As the Ford and travel trailer were passing a commercial truck pulling a semi-trailer, the travel trailer began to fishtail. The commercial truck driver saw what was happening and began to move toward the right shoulder where the travel trailer struck the side of the truck.

After impact, the travel trailer flipped onto its side. The overturned travel trailer still connected to the Ford Expedition came to rest in the right southbound lane.

GEHO received minor injuries and was transported by ambulance to Mercy Medical Center in Roseburg. She was using safety restraints and was later cited by OSP for Fail to Drive Within a Lane.

The truck's driver was not injured. He was also using safety restraints.

OSP troopers from the Roseburg Area Command office investigated. Winston Dillard Fire Department and ODOT assisted at the scene.

Photograph - Oregon State Police

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Meeting agenda includes workshop on environmental permitting process for proposed crude oil facility

VANCOUVER, Wash. -The Port of Vancouver USA Board of Commissioners will meet Tuesday, May 28, to attend to routine port business, including the consideration of action items, approval of minutes and the payment of vouchers. Open session begins at 9:30 a.m. in the Commission Room at the port's administrative building located at 3103 NW Lower River Road, Vancouver.

Immediately following the regular meeting, a workshop will be held to provide the commissioners with an overview of the environmental permitting process related to the proposed expansion of the port's liquid bulk handling capabilities. This is the second commission workshop in a series tied directly to the April 22 announcement of plans by longtime port tenant Tesoro to construct and operate a crude oil facility at the Port of Vancouver.

In a joint venture with the logistics company Savage, Tesoro is proposing to bring North American crude oil to the port by rail where it would then be transferred to marine vessels for transport to refineries in California, Washington and Alaska.

As with every potential tenant, the Tesoro-Savage Joint Venture is required to obtain all necessary environmental permits for the proposed facility as a condition of operation at the port. With the State of Washington's Energy Facility Site Evaluation Council (EFSEC) acting as lead permitting agency for local and state permits, the companies will work through an extensive process, addressing local, state and federal requirements. Tuesday's workshop will provide the commissioners with an overview of the process, the projected timeline, and opportunities for public involvement.

Jim Luce, chair of EFSEC, will be in attendance to present general information on the EFSEC process and answer questions from the commissioners. Created in 1970 to provide "one stop" licensing for large energy projects, EFSEC is charged with balancing the demand for new energy facilities with the broad interests of the public. Appointed chair of the agency in 2001 by Washington State Governor Gary Locke, Luce is joined on the council by representatives from five state agencies, including the Departments of Commerce, Ecology, Fish and Wildlife, Natural Resources and the Utilities and Transportation Commission.

Also presenting at the workshop will be Helen Devery, vice president of Berger/Abam Engineers, Inc. As a consultant for the Tesoro-Savage Joint Venture, Devery will provide additional information on the environmental processes as it relates to the project.

As always, commission workshops are open to the public and interested parties are welcome to attend. For those community members not able to attend Tuesday's meeting, both the regular meeting and the workshop will be televised live on CVTV (cable channels 21 and 23) beginning at 9:30 a.m. It also will be streamed live on www.cvtv.org and will be archived later in the day on the same website for future viewing. A link to this program, as well as a link to the May 14 commission workshop on Marine Safety and Oil Spill Response, is also available on the port's website at www.portvanusa.com.


The Port of Vancouver USA is one of the major ports on the Pacific Coast, and its competitive strengths include available land, versatile cargo handling capabilities, vast transportation networks, a dependable labor force and an exceptional level of service to its customers and community. For more information, please visit us at www.portvanusa.com.

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Kick Off Event at Marshall Park on June 15th from 1pm-3pm

Vancouver Summer Adventure is a FREE resource guide to healthy summer fun full of low-to-no cost activities. Mayor Tim Leavitt will be joining us at the kickoff event which offers families loads of fun. Come with your kids and dance, try a heart-healthy snack, hear an award-winning children's story and help with a service project supporting the park. You'll even have the chance to meet Smokey the Bear and Sophie the Otter (from the library) and WIN PRIZES. This is your opportunity to join the Vancouver Summer Adventure and pickup a passport full of low-to-no cost activities for the whole family.

The goal of Vancouver Summer Adventure is to get families to Eat Smart, Play Hard, Experience Nature, Learn, and Serve. Vancouver Summer Adventure challenges families and friends to have fun together, leading to a healthier community! We ALL can improve our health and develop at least one new healthy habit.

About the Planning Committee:
VSA is brought to you by a group of dedicated community organizations that are combining forces to be an active participant in combating childhood obesity by linking community resources with schools and parents in the Central Vancouver area where over 6000 students go to school. We're also encouraging local businesses and government to provide opportunities that promote a healthy environment and increase community connection.

We want the healthiest children we can have in our community. If current trends in childhood obesity continue, nearly one in three American children born in the year 2000 (and one in two minority children) will develop type 2 diabetes in their lifetime. Currently more than 1 in 3 children nationwide are overweight or obese, and if this continues, it will likely be the first time in US history that the coming generation will have a shorter life span than their parents. In an average Clark County classroom of 30, 7 students are overweight or obese and 24 do not meet physical activity recommendations for good health. The associated diseases and rates of diabetes, heart disease, kidney failure, and cancer will increase as unhealthy weights are maintained. We can prevent this from happening by making healthy options easy and affordable for families.

Sponsorship and the Fiscal Agent:
As a partner, the Parks Foundation of Clark County, has agreed to serve as the fiscal agent for this project. If you'd like more information about sponsoring, the Parks Foundation phone number is 360-487-8370. Sponsorship dollars should be directed to the Parks Foundation office at PO Box 61424, Vancouver, WA 98666. Please mention Vancouver Summer Adventure on the "For" line of your check. For your records, the Parks Foundation's Tax I.D. number is 91-1986747.

Contacts:
Anne Johnston
Clark County Public Health
360-397-8000 x7337
Anne.Johnston@clark.wa.gov

Michael Downes
USFS - Mount St. Helens District
360-449-7868
medowns@fs.fed.us

Laurie Sween
The Hope Heart Institute
425.456.8730
lsween@hopeheart.org

May 22, 2013--Metro area Sheriff's Office's from Clackamas, Marion, Multnomah, Washington, and Yamhill Counties will be increasing their DUII patrols during this Memorial Day holiday weekend. Deputies will be out in force working in a regional effort to identify and arrest DUII drivers and other aggressive drivers.

The Sheriffs of these five counties have collectively agreed to target intoxicated drivers on their respective roadways with the goal of ZERO traffic related fatalities during the holiday weekend. Through this collaborative effort, thousands of miles of roadways will be patrolled by deputies actively looking for impaired dangerous drivers. Deputies will also be looking for drivers that are distracted, speeding, or following too closely.

The National Safety Belt Enforcement Campaign began on May 20, 2013 and will continue through June 2, 2013. Deputies will be working to gain compliance with seatbelt laws in efforts to reduce fatal and injury traffic crashes.

On Tuesday, a follow-up media release will detail the combined actions taken by the deputies through the holiday safety mission. Media are invited to ride along in the county of their choice by contacting that county's Sheriff's Office Public Information Officer directly.

The Sheriffs will continue this partnership to utilize combined resources to enhance public safety. They agree that combining resources within the metro area and surrounding counties will best assure that the mission of each office will be served.

The elected office of Sheriff is unique. By statute they are responsible for several areas of public safety that are critical, including operating a jail, search and rescue, waterway protection, and civil services.

Please visit the Oregon State Sheriffs' Association website or any members of the coalition for more information on the Office of Sheriff.

On Wednesday 05/22/13 at approximately 12:45 p.m. a Multnomah County Sheriff's Office River Patrol boat on routine patrol on the Willamette River was flagged down by US Army Corps engineers standing on the bank of the river by the US Army Corps of Engineers building south of the St. Johns Bridge. The engineers said they thought they could see a body floating in the water near the shore. MCSO River Patrol Deputies investigated and recovered the body of a deceased adult male floating in the water close to the west bank of the Willamette River near the US Army Corp of Engineers building. MCSO River Patrol deputies secured and transported the body to the 2200 NW Front boat ramp. MCSO detectives have responded and are handling the investigation. The Medical Examiner has been notified and the body will be turned over to the Multnomah County Medical Examiner's office. We are not releasing any additional information at this time pending identification and family notifications.

At 12:22 pm, TVF&R received a report of an electrical meter blown off a house at 17826 S.W. Cereghino Lane in Sherwood. As firefighters were responding to the home, calls began pouring into the 9-1-1 center reporting similar instances of blown meters, smell of smoke in homes, non-working traffic signals, and power outages intersections stretching from King City to Sherwood.

According to PGE, a tree limb apparently fell in the area of S.W. Pacific Highway and Cipole Road in Sherwood, causing a power surge. The power surge has caused nearly 15,000 customers to be without electricity in Washington County. While there have been no fires or injuries resulting from the power surge, the situation is taxing TVF&R resources, as firefighters, fire investigators, and other staff are responding to check the safety of homes, schools, and senior centers who have reported possible problems. Over the past hour there have been dozens of calls to 9-1-1. TVF&R has a battalion chief at the Washington County 9-1-1 Center helping triage the calls, while maintaining service levels throughout the district. TVF&R has also activated its Fire Operations Center in Tigard, whereby incident management staff are directing fire department operations and working closely with other local governments and service providers.

Until such time that power is restored, TVF&R advises the following:
- Treat intersections without a working traffic signal as a four-way stop.
- Don't touch exposed electrical meters or wiring. Call 9-1-1.
- Individuals should check on their senior neighbors until power is restored.
- Candles are a fire hazard. Use flashlights and light sticks to light your home.

You can get updates on the situation via local news media or PGE's Twitter at @PortlandGeneral

The MacLaren Youth Correctional Facility (YCF) in Woodburn has named Ron Taylor its volunteer of the year for 2013.

Taylor, a retired high-school teacher and coach who resides in Gladstone, began volunteering at the facility in 1996. Since then, according to facility Superintendent Sid Thompson, "he has met and counseled many kids. He has a heart for helping incarcerated youth to change their lives and find hope."

Matt Griffin, an employee at MacLaren, says, "I have known Ron for more than 15 years. He faithfully continues coming in week after week to meet with youth one-on-one or in groups. Ron truly cares about the welfare of the kids here."

The facility honored Taylor at a ceremony earlier this month. He was presented with a certificate and an OYA coin award, a silver dollar-sized medal bearing the state seal.

MacLaren YCF is one of 10 youth correctional and transitional facilities operated statewide by the Oregon Youth Authority.

NOTE: A photo is available by contacting CJ.Drake@oya.state.or.us

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The Oregon Youth Authority is the state's juvenile justice agency, reducing victimization by helping at-risk young people lead productive, crime-free lives. Learn more at www.oregon.gov/oya and follow us on Twitter at www.twitter.com/oregonyouth.


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The Portland Police Bureau's Service Coordination Team (SCT) has scheduled a graduation for Thursday May 23, 2013, from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m., in City Council Chambers at Portland's City Hall.

City Hall is located at 1220 Southwest 4th Avenue.

Coffee and cake will be served immediately afterwards in the foyer on the first floor.

The Service Coordination Team is a Portland Police Bureau program that provides drug treatment to chronic offenders as an alternative to incarceration, working to address the root cause of their criminal activity.

Thursday, the SCT will be honoring 14 graduates from the Central City Concern Housing Rapid Response Program and the Volunteers of America Day Treatment and Residential Support Programs.

This will bring the total number of SCT graduates to 116 people.

Darryll White, Class of 2009, will be Master of Ceremonies, Commissioners Amanda Fritz and Steve Novick will be making welcoming remarks and Portland Police Chief Mike Reese will be presenting the certificates.

Expected to attend are the 14 new graduates, including several of whom are referrals from the Drug Impact Area (DIA) Program. Additionally, 13 previous graduates will be honored as they have achieved a year or more of sobriety.

The graduation program is a moving opportunity to see the power of change at work and the success of the Service Coordination Team's partnerships.

The Service Coordination Team is a partnership between the Portland Police Bureau, the Multnomah County Sheriff's Office, the Multnomah County District Attorney's Office, the Multnomah County Department of Community Justice, Portland Patrol Inc., Project Respond, JOIN, Transition Projects Inc., Volunteers of America, Central City Concern and the Portland Business Alliance Clean and Safe program.

For additional information about the Service Coordination Team, contact Program Manager Austin Raglione at Austin.Raglione@PortlandOregon.gov

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Contacts:
Ryan Knox, Construction Project Engineer, City of Vancouver Public Works, 360-487-7750 or ryan.knox@cityofvancouver.us
Loretta Callahan, Public Information/Community Relations, City of Vancouver Public Works, 360-487-8255 or loretta.callahan@cityofvancouver.us

Starting next Tuesday, May 28, Esther Street will be temporarily closed at Phil Arnold Way to allow for next steps in construction of Vancouver's Waterfront Access Project, aimed at restoring an historic connection between the community and the Columbia River waterfront.

Phil Arnold Way will also be closed next Tuesday as part of the construction effort. Both streets will reopen when the Waterfront Access Project is complete by late 2013. Drivers, bicyclists and pedestrians are urged to be alert to detour signs and flaggers, and proceed through construction zones with caution.

The Waterfront Access Project also will bring the permanent closure of Jefferson Street between Eighth and Evergreen, currently anticipated for late summer or early fall 2013 when a new underpass from Sixth/Grant to Seventh/Jefferson is opened. Meanwhile, routine train horns will continue to sound at at-grade vehicle crossings, according to rail regulations and standards, as long as such crossings remain open.

The City of Vancouver's Waterfront Access Project work is taking place in two phases: a Railway Phase and a Roadway Phase.

The project's Railway Phase, which began in January 2011 , is now substantially complete, a major milestone for the Waterfront Access Project. Constructed by Burlington Northern Santa Fe (BNSF) Railway Company, the Railway Phase included reconstruction of the main rail line from Columbia Street to Jefferson Street, and new bridge structures at Esther and Grant streets. In addition to removing barriers between the community and the river, that work improves the efficiency and safety of vital rail traffic in Vancouver.

Improvements planned for the Roadway Phase include: extension of Esther and Grant streets south under the rail line to the waterfront site; connection of Eighth Street to Jefferson Street; closure of at-grade rail crossings at Eighth and Jefferson to improve safety and reduce train horn noise; construction of a Sixth/Seventh Street extension from Grant Street to the west to serve the industrial area; new signal installations of Grant Street intersections at Eighth Street and the extended Sixth Street; and related street resurfacing, sidewalks and utility work. Also planned are pavement overlay and ADA ramp work along West Seventh, King Street, and Eighth Street west of Jefferson Street; and fiber optic work on Harney Street from Eighth to just north of 12th Street.

More details about the Waterfront Access project can be found on the City of Vancouver website at www.cityofvancouver.us/waterfrontaccess.

All four school option levies in Oregon passed Tuesday, including a closely watched race in Beaverton. Other districts passing five-year levies were Milton-Freewater, Siuslaw and Philomath.

Four of 10 general obligation bonds passed: Eugene, Bend-La Pine, Klamath County and Crook County.

"Seeing four of four local option levies pass is a really encouraging sign, said Betsy Miller-Jones, executive director of the Oregon School Boards Association. "It shows that local voters continue to believe in the value of public education, and they're willing to put their money where their beliefs are."

Local communities have been struggling for nearly a decade with the effects of reduced state funding for K-12 education. Thousands of teachers have been laid off or reassigned, and schools are experiencing shorter school calendars and growing class sizes. Sixty districts statewide have adopted a four-day week, which means that roughly 30 percent of districts no longer hold class Monday through Friday.

Going back to 2003-2005, education held 44.8 percent of the state general fund and lottery budget. That figure dipped to 38.7 percent in 2011-13. But the governor and Legislature have demonstrated a renewed interest in education funding this year; though figures have not been finalized there are commitments for at least $800 million more in education funding for 2013-15.

Trending on local option levies and bonds for schools has been very positive over the last year. Before Tuesday, 75 percent of both local option levies (6 of 8) and general obligation bonds (9 of 12) had passed since May 2012.

Full levy and bond results can be found at: http://www.osba.org/Resources/Article/Budget_and_Finance/Election-Recent_Bond-Local_Option_Election_Results.aspx?d=5/21/2013

OSBA is a member services agency for nearly 1,400 school board members in school districts, education service districts and community colleges. It also provides services to charter schools and their boards.

Salem, Ore. - The forecast calls for sunny and warm for this Memorial Day weekend, which is also the official kick-off the boating season in Oregon. The Oregon State Marine Board wants to remind boaters headed to the water for fun to stay sober, wear a life jacket and be courteous to other boaters.

"A fun-filled day can turn tragic from drinking while boating. It impairs your judgment and you take risks you normally wouldn't," says Ashley Massey, Public Information Officer for the Marine Board. "We see a lot of reckless operation and behavior, not to mention falling overboard when people consume alcohol and many of the accident victims are passengers. The operator is not only responsible for their boat, but their passengers' safety, too."

The U.S. Coast Guard reports that remains in the top 10 contributing factors in accidents and fatalities. In 2011 there were 296 accidents with 243 injuries and 125 deaths attributed to alcohol consumption, nationwide.

Alcohol or other substances impair judgment, vision, balance and coordination and the effects are amplified on the water due to the motion of the boat and environmental stressors such as glare, wind and sun -- increasing the likelihood of boating accidents and fatalities. And the reality is any amount of alcohol impairs a person to some degree, usually starting with their inhibitions.

In Oregon, a boater is considered legally "under the influence" with a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of 0.08 percent or higher. What this means is the boater will automatically lose boating privileges and pay a hefty fine. Marine deputies can still arrest boaters for observed impairment below 0.08 percent BAC, which can still lead to a boating under the influence of intoxicants (BUII) conviction. An impaired boat operator who is arrested for BUII faces fines of up to $6,250 and/or up to one year in jail, loss of boat operation privileges and suspension of boat registration for up to three years.

"Reckless operation is taken very seriously," said Massey. "We have to be tough on violators to keep Oregon's waterways safe for everyone, because innocent people are usually the victims."

Play it safe by:
* Leaving alcohol at home or on the shore. Instead, take along a variety of non-alcoholic beverages and plenty of water.
* If you are feeling fatigued, take a break on land and return to the water when you are reenergized and alert.
* If you dock somewhere to eat and choose to drink alcohol with your meal, wait a minimum of one hour for each drink consumed before operating your watercraft.
* Being alcohol-free while onboard is the safest way to enjoy the water. Intoxicated passengers are equally at risk of injury and death.
* Operators and passengers should wear properly fitting life jackets. To learn more about life jacket types, styles and legal requirements, visit http://www.oregon.gov/OSMB/pages/safety/lifejacket.aspx.
* Take a boating safety course. In Oregon, all boaters must now take a boating safety course and carry a boater education card when operating a powerboat greater than 10 horsepower.
* Never boat alone -especially when paddling.
For more information about safe boating in Oregon, visit www.boatoregon.com
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(May 22, 2013 - Vancouver, WA) - The Fort Vancouver National Trust will be hosting its annual Open Cockpit Day on Saturday, May 25th, 2013 from 9:00am-5:00pm at the Pearson Field Education center at 201A East Reserve Street. Free airplane rides will be offered to youth, ages eight (8) through seventeen (17), with written permission from parents or guardians. Rides will be given on a first-come, first-serve basis; weather depending.

Young Eagles Program is presented by Experimental Aviation Association Chapters 105 and 782.

For more information about Open Cockpit Day and other Fort Vancouver National Trust Aviation Education Programs, please visit www.fortvan.org/AviationEducation or contact Deborah Bessette at (360) 992-1815 or at deborah.bessette@fortvan.org.

About Fort Vancouver National Trust
Established in 1998, Fort Vancouver National Trust is a private non-profit organization dedicated to advancing the preservation and education purposes of Fort Vancouver National Site. The mission of the Trust is to achieve national recognition of Fort Vancouver National Site as a premier historic destination. The Trust supports Fort Vancouver partners in a collective effort to preserve, enhance and operate Fort Vancouver for public benefit through education, resource development, advocacy, community identity, programs and cultural tourism. For more information, visit www.fortvan.org or call (360) 992-1800.


Attached Media Files: Flyer

MEDIA ADVISORY

Youth Sexual Health in Multnomah County:
Celebrating Oregon Youth Sexual Health Awareness Month and National Teen Pregnancy Prevention Month


WHAT: An interactive panel conversation about youth sexual health, teen pregnancy, and teen parenting in Multnomah County. Hear from nine local organizations working to prevent teen pregnancy and improve youth sexual health in Multnomah County. Hear directly from teen program participants! Also, learn the results of a national survey among Latino youth and families, indicating the importance of addressing teen pregnancy and promoting sex education.

WHEN: Wednesday, May 29, 2013
3:30 - 5:00 p.m.

WHERE: Planned Parenthood Columbia Willamette's Regional Service Center
3727 NE Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd.
Portland, OR 97212

WHO:
* Planned Parenthood Columbia Willamette
* Multnomah County Health Department
* Opciones Y Educacion (OYE) - The Latino Sexual Health Coalition
* Portland Public Schools Teen Parent Services Program
* Insights Teen Parent Program
* Pathfinder Academy; My Future My Choice
* Oregon Teen Pregnancy Task Force
* Oregon Youth Sexual Health Partnership
* Oregon Health Authority, Public Health Division, Adolescent Health Program



MEDIA: To RSVP or questions, please contact Liz Delapoer, liz.delapoer@ppcw.org or 503-314-5768.

(Hillsboro, Oregon) A Hillsboro school teacher's husband who is battling cancer is getting his wish for a family trip back to his hometown in New York courtesy of the Hillsboro Firefighters' Random Acts of Kindness charity. Forty-seven year old Joe Genduso was recently diagnosed with stage four Glioblastoma, an aggressive form of brain cancer. He is undergoing radiation and chemotherapy.

Joe wanted to take his wife, Nicole, the daughter of former Hillsboro City Manager Tim Erwert, and their two children, Joey and Brooklyn, to see his family and make some special memories for all. They set up a web site at www.gofundme.com/2x4ux8 and raised a portion of the funds to make the trip. Hillsboro firefighters pitched in $3,500 for the remainder of the travel expenses. Any additional funds raised through the web site will go toward the family's medical expenses.

You can help either by contributing at the web site or by attending the rummage sale being held at Ladd Acres Elementary School, 2425 SW Cornelius Pass Road. The sale, organized by family and friends, will be held this Friday, May 24th, from 9 am to 5 pm. One-hundred percent of the proceeds will go toward the Genduso family medical bills.



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Photo Caption: Joe Genduso and family with Hillsboro Battalion Chief Brian Washam.


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Contacts:
Dan Swensen, Vancouver Public Works Engineering and Construction Services Manager, 360-487-7754 or dan.swensen@cityofvancouver.us
Matt Ransom, Vancouver Development and Policy Manager, 360-487-7707 or matt.ransom@cityofvancouver.us

On Monday, May 20, Vancouver City Council unanimously approved the formation of a Local Improvement District (LID) to fund approved safety improvements at four railroad crossings and establish a quiet zone in East Vancouver. Championed by citizens, the LID allows 467 property owners who will directly benefit from the quiet zone to pay for the necessary safety enhancements at the crossings of Southeast 139th, 144th, 147th and 164th avenues.

For years, the City of Vancouver has worked with residents on the east side of Vancouver to find a feasible solution to quiet the increasing, routine train horns. Citizen efforts and the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) considerations have successfully laid the way for the second Train Horn Quiet Zone in Vancouver. "We want to thank everyone involved in working to bring about this Quiet Zone that will improve the quality of life for thousands of east Vancouver residents," said Roger Parsons, spokesperson for the citizens' East Vancouver Train Horn Noise Advisory Committee. "After many years of cooperative effort, research, hard work and persistent advocacy, we now have a solution that makes this a better place to live."

Property owners will be charged an LID assessment fee based on a three-tiered system developed from a sound study showing those areas that would benefit most from the silencing of train horns. As currently estimated, the property assessments may range from approximately $744 to $2,478 (lump sum), with the properties nearest the railroad tracks paying the highest assessment. Property owners can elect an option to repay this amount over 20 years. These estimates are used for preliminary planning; when construction of safety improvements is finalized, exact assessment fees will be determined and property owners will be notified.

Under Washington state law, a Local Improvement District is a tool that allows property owners to fund a public improvement that benefits them all and share the cost. LIDs are commonly used to finance roadway, street light and utility installations where those who directly benefit from the improvement, pay for the improvement.

The process next sets forth a 30-day appeal period. After that period, City Council can award the project to the successful bidder for construction. Installation of the alternative safety measures on the crossings at Southeast 139th, 144th, 147th and 164th avenues are currently scheduled to start in July. After the work is fully complete, the city will send an official notice to FRA to establish and post the train horn quiet zone. Train horns will continue to sound routinely through the crossings until the work is fully completed and FRA has certified the safety improvements and established the quiet zone, anticipated for later this fall. More details can also be found on the city's website at: www.cityofvancouver.us/trainhorns/east

A Portland Water Bureau crew is currently making repairs to the Elk Fountain, located on SW Main Street, between SW 3rd and SW 4th avenues in downtown Portland. SW Main Street is a one-way, two lane street with traffic traveling westbound.

Traffic is reduced to one lane around the work zone. Work hours are 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Repairs should be completed by Friday, May 24th.

The Water Bureau crew is repairing minor damage to the historic fountain caused by two past incidents involving automobile collisions.

Motorists and bicyclists are encouraged to take alternate routes.


Attached Media Files: Official Traffic Advisory

Motorists traveling over mountain passes to and from the southern Willamette Valley this morning should be prepared for winter driving conditions and monitor www.TripCheck.com prior to traveling.

Approximately five inches of snow fell overnight on Willamette Pass on OR 58 (Willamette Hwy.).

Similar conditions exist at Santiam Pass on US 20.

Motorists should carry chains or traction devices, and extra clothing or blankets.

Chain requirements are being implemented on OR 58 at milepost 54, just west of the Salt Creek Tunnel (MP 56), where a major construction project is restricting travel to a single lane controlled by flaggers and a pilot car.

Motorists are urged to reduce speed significantly as they approach the project limits and be prepared for 20 minute delays.

Conditions are expected to improve as the temperature warms later today. If possible, motorists might want to delay travel in the higher elevations.

Oregon's Aging and Disability Resource Connection (ADRC) recently received high marks and positive comments from a customer satisfaction survey conducted by Portland State University.

"This is a valuable service," said one respondent in the survey. "Without them I would be pulling my hair out." Said another: "The stress would have been overwhelming...without the ADRC I do not think the outcome would have been as positive." And another said: "We would have been devastated--we really appreciate the services they were able to help us get."

Currently, Oregon's ADRC is a "one-stop shop" for older adults, people with physical disabilities, their caregivers and families to get the information and services as their health and long-term care needs change. However, expansion to other populations is planned within the year.

Earlier this year, ADRC opened a statewide toll-free telephone number so that all Oregonians can easily access resources and information from anywhere in the state on issues related to aging or living with a physical disability.

The phone number is 1-855-ORE-ADRC. After dialing the number, callers will be prompted to enter their zip code. This will connect them to their local ADRC who will be able to provide the information and services they are looking for. If the caller has specific questions, they may be connected with and Options Counselor who will be able to meet with them one on one to address their specific needs. Oregonians called the ADRC 49,864 times in 2012 and searched its website over 91,000 times. It is funded by DHS and local Area Agencies on Aging through federal grants.

"With May being Older Americans Month, we want to remind people that this is one of those phone numbers Oregonians should keep handy," said Mike McCormick, Deputy Director of the Aging and People with Disabilities Program at the Oregon Department of Human Services.

"You may not need it now, but someday you will," McCormick said. "As Oregonians age and baby boomers turn 65 in greater numbers, the ADRC will be here to answer questions and help families make decisions and locate vital services."

For more information on Oregon's ADRC, call 1-855-ORE-ADRC or go the website at www.adrcoforegon.org. The website is also available in Spanish by clicking on "espanol" on the lower left side of the home page. ADRC also has a Facebook page: www.facebook.com/ADRCofOregon .

News Release (Photos Attached)

Please refer to Clackamas County Case #2013-15501

On Tuesday May 21st at around 9:09 pm Clackamas County Deputies responded to a report of a crash SE Bakers Ferry Rd and HWY 224 in Boring. The crash involved a 1989 Chevrolet Corvette and a power pole.

Boring Fire, AMR, and PGE crews responded to the scene and are currently working to restore power and rescue the driver. The crash has left more than 2000 customers in the area without power.

The driver, who had just purchased the Corvette earlier today, lost control of the vehicle and left the roadway, striking a power pole. The fallen power lines prevented the driver from being extracted from the vehicle for more than one hour until PGE crews could assure his safety.

The driver, Ethan Cross 42 from Battle Ground, Washington was not injured as a result of the crash. Mr. Cross was cited and released for Reckless Driving.

Speed and acceleration appear to have been factors in the crash. The crash investigation is ongoing.

Please refer to Clackamas County Case #2013-15501


Attached Media Files: Car with powerpole , Driver trapped in his car

American Medical Response (AMR) will open the fifteenth season of its River Rescue Program this week amid events held in honor of Emergency Medical Services (EMS) week. AMR's River Rescue team will provide demonstrations for media at High Rocks City Park on Friday, May 24, 2013.

The River Rescue Lifeguards will be on duty seven days a week at High Rocks Park in Gladstone and Glenn Otto Park in Troutdale starting Memorial Day weekend throughout the summer to Labor Day.

"Play it Safe, Wear a Lifejacket!" In early spring, Oregon's rivers harbor dangers including cold water and swift currents that threaten even the strongest swimmers. The popular swimming holes at Glenn Otto Park and High Rocks Park saw drowning deaths each year until 1999, when AMR launched its River Rescue Program at Glenn Otto Park in Troutdale and which was expanded to High Rocks City Park in Gladstone in 2002. AMR River Rescue Lifeguards have watched over more than 500,000 visitors to the two parks since the program began.

Who: AMR's River Rescue Team
Date: 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 pm Friday, May 24, 2013
Location: High Rocks City Park
75 82nd Dr
Gladstone, OR 97027

50 School Children to Receive Bicycles from Milwaukie Police Department - Obtained Through Local Donations

Representatives from the Milwaukie Police Department will deliver bicycles to 50 elementary and middle school children on Thursday morning, May 23, 2013.

Ten children from each school, Ardenwald Elementary, Milwaukie Elementary, Linwood Elementary, Lewelling Elementary, and Rowe Middle School will have bicycles delivered and presented to them.

In addition, Clackamas County Fire District Number 1 donated 50 bicycle helmets. Each child will be properly fitted with the correct size bike, and individually fitted with a proper size helmet - Safety being an important factor.

The Milwaukie Public Safety Advisory Committee promoted the event and the Milwaukie Public Safety Foundation donated funding for the event.

Local business owner Eric Deady, of the Bike Commuter located at 13th and SE Umatilla in the Sellwood neighborhood donated his technical expertise to ensure the bikes were in top condition.

Vince Alvarez, a member of the Lake Road neighborhood association and Milwaukie Police Officer Billy Wells also helped craft this third annual event.


The delivery itinerary is as follows: Thursday, May 23, 2013

9:30 a.m. at Ardenwald Elementary School, 8950 SE 36th Avenue, Milwaukie.

10:15 a.m. at Milwaukie Elementary School, 11250 SE 27th Avenue, Milwaukie

11:00 a.m. at Linwood Elementary School, 11909 SE Linwood Avenue, Milwaukie.

11:45 a.m. at Rowe Middle School, 3606 SE Lake Road, Milwaukie.

Seth Lewelling Elementary School had a conflicting engagement, so bike delivery is scheduled for next week.######################


Attached Media Files: Bounty of Bikes stored in the police sally port

Do you have thoughts on how to improve transportation in Beaverton? Beaverton is seeking funding for the Canyon Road Safety and Streetscape Enhancement Project. Canyon Road (OR-8, between Hocken Avenue and 117th Avenue), an outmoded state highway in the heart of Beaverton. Through the Regional Flexible Funds program, Metro is working to select among 29 locally proposed projects and want to hear from you. Beaverton has applied for $3.25 million through the Metropolitan Transportation Improvement Program.

Through June 7, Metro will be taking comments to help make a decision on which local projects to fund. They'll also be asking for feedback on region wide programs as well as projects that support regional economic opportunity.

Canyon Road serves 50,000 transit riders per week and accommodates 30,000-plus vehicles a day. Sections of Canyon in Beaverton's downtown are consistently ranked in the top 10 and 5 percent safety concern areas on the Oregon highway system. If funded, the Canyon Road Safety and Streetscape project would add the first phase of improvements envisioned for Canyon Road, primarily safety measures for pedestrians at intersections and crossings.

"Fixing Canyon Road was a recommendation of Beaverton's recently adopted Community Vision and Civic Plan," said Mayor Denny Doyle. "We're asking you to weigh in and show our regional leaders that you care about making downtown Beaverton a better connected and vibrant place, improving a facility for all users, and building the regional economy."

The Regional Flexible Funds program includes funds from three federal programs and is allocated every two to three years. During the current three-year cycle, the flexible funds program has approximately $94.58 million available for area projects ranging from regional trails to major road improvements. A final decision on which projects to fund will occur this fall. For more information, please visit www.OregonMetro.gov/RFFA.

Metro will take comments to help make a decision on which local projects to fund. Project descriptions are provided in English, Spanish, Vietnamese, Chinese, and Russian. There is also an opportunity to provide your comments at a public hearing on Thursday, May 30 at 5 p.m. at the Metro Council Chamber (600 NE Grand, Portland, Or 97232).

For more information on the Canyon Road project, please contact Laura Kelly, senior planner, at lkelly@BeavertonOregon.gov or 503-526-2548.

In 2013, Beaverton was again recognized as the safest city in Oregon. Since 2007, Beaverton has been named one of the safest cities in the Northwest. In 2012, the city was awarded the Mayors' Climate Protection Award from the U.S. Conference of Mayors. It was one of just four cities of its size recently recognized as a "Smarter City" energy leader by the Natural Resources Defense Council and one of the 100 Best Places to Live in America by Money magazine. In addition, Beaverton was named one of the best places to raise kids by BusinessWeek magazine, an All-America City finalist, as one of the top 25 Suburbs for Retirement by Forbes.com, one of the 100 Best Walking Cities in America by Prevention magazine, the Recycler of the Year from the Association of Oregon Recyclers, a Tree City USA by the Arbor Day Foundation, a Bronze Award Bicycle Friendly Community designation by the League of American Bicyclists and as one of the Environmental Protection Agency's Green Power Communities, the Beaverton Community Vision program was named Public Involvement Project of the Year--Best Planning Project by the International Association of Public Participation (IAP2) Cascade Chapter. Beaverton also enjoys one of the most diverse populations in Oregon. For more information, please visit www.BeavertonOregon.gov or follow us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/CityofBeaverton.


Attached Media Files: If funded, the Canyon Road Safety and Streetscape project would add the first phase of improvements envisioned for Canyon Road, primarily safety measures for pedestrians at intersections and crossings. , Sections of Canyon Road in Beaverton’s downtown have pedestrian crossing issues. The Metro funds will help address some of these issues.

The 25th Annual Fire District 3 Pancake Breakfast and Open House is set for Saturday, June 1 at Fire Station 31 in Hockinson.

The all-you-can-eat breakfast is scheduled from 7:00 a.m. to noon. Breakfast includes pancakes, ham, eggs, orange drink, and coffee. Individuals eat for $5.00, or you can feed the whole family for $15.00. It's a great breakfast for a great cause.

Proceeds will be used to purchase emergency medical equipment for the Fire District.

Open House is scheduled for 8:00 to noon. Attendees will enjoy interactive displays, firefighting and emergency medical demonstrations, station tours, apparatus and equipment displays, Life Flight helicopter, and many more exciting events. Don't miss the water squirt for kids, the auto extrication demonstration, a real structure fire and rescue in the training tower, and the popular Clark County Sheriff's Office K-9 Unit demonstration.

The Hockinson Fun Days Parade starts at noon, followed by loads of fun at the Hockinson Fun Days carnival held at Hockinson Middle School.

Park at Hockinson High School and ride the free shuttle bus to all events!


Attached Media Files: 2013-05/1566/64499/2012-06-02_K-9_A.jpg , 2013-05/1566/64499/2012-06-02_Extrication_B.jpg , 2013-05/1566/64499/2012-06-02_Breakfast_A.jpg

The Oregon State Medical Examiner has determined that the driver in yesterday's crash, 63-year-old Charles McNew, died of natural causes prior to the rollover crash.

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This afternoon, Monday May 20, 2013, at approximately 12:00 p.m., North Precinct officers responded to the report of a rollover crash on the exit to Hayden Island from northbound I-5.

Portland Police and Portland Fire & Rescue personnel arrived and determined that the lone male occupant was deceased.

Traffic officers are conducting the crash investigation and are looking into the possibility that the driver may have suffered a medical event prior to the crash.

The offramp to Hayden Island from northbound I-5 is expected to be closed for the next 1 1/2 to 2 hours.

Northbound drivers needing access to Hayden Island should continue North on I-5 into Washington, then come back southbound to access the island.

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Longview, Wash - (13-6260) On 5-20-13 at about 5:30P.M. - An astute neighbor, Ray Kahler, noticed a suspicious vehicle and two young men at his neighbor's house, at 301 Sunset Drive (Longview). He got the suspect vehicle's license plate and the suspect's description and called 911. Another neighbor, Joan Edwards, also spotted the suspects and gave additional descriptions. Deputies responded and confirmed the house had been burglarized. They located several firearms that had been removed from the house; some were stashed in the bushes bear the home. (The neighbor's addresses have been intentionally omitted from this media release)
The vehicle, bearing Washington plate AHK1085 came back registered to Larry Peterson. Cowlitz Law Enforcement Records clerk, Julie Harris, recognized the vehicle description and knew (from past law enforcement reports) that the vehicle was probably being operated by Dominique Peterson who is Larry Peterson's grandson. She notified this information to Deputy Craig Shelton as well as advising that Dominique's girlfriend lived at 1510 9th #1 Ave in Longview.
Deputy Craig Shelton, along with other deputies contacted Dominique Petersen as he arrived at the 9th Ave address at about 12:30am that night and arrested him. The deputies found two pistols under the passenger seat, and a pistol clip in the back seat. The deputies also matched Petersen's shoes to a shoe print that was found on top of a desk inside the victim's house. The victim of the burglary came to the scene and identified both pistols as being stolen from his house. The victim is Jeffery Stoelk, of 301 Sunset Drive, Longview Washington.
Deputies also arrested, Justin Tran, 20 years of Longview, who was in the passenger seat of the car when it was stopped.
Josue Sanchez-Juarez was in the backseat. He was questioned and released.
Dominique Petersen and Justin Tran were both arrested and booked in jail for Burglary First degree, Unlawful Possession of a firearm, Theft of a firearm X 11 counts.

Contacts: Kim Armstrong, WA Green Schools, 206.372.1680, kim@wagreenschools.org

Lisa Morgan, Green Team Leader and 3rd Grade Teacher, 360 604 6850 X2818, lisa.morgan@evergreenps.org

Barbara Ayers, City of Vancouver Communications Manager, 360.487.8614, Barbara.ayers@cityofvancouver.us


Image Elementary School in Vancouver, WA is the first school in the state to achieve the Level 4 Green Schools certification in the State of Washington.

Friday, Mayor Timothy D. Leavitt presented Image Elementary School with the Level 4 status certification award. Leavitt spoke about how the actions of students in schools like Image elementary fit with the sustainability goals of the City of Vancouver.

Lisa Morgan, Green Team Leader and 3rd Grade teacher at Image said, "The assembly was full of positive energy. It felt great to have so much support and interest from the community and both Washington and Oregon."

The Image Elementary Green Team has completed environmental action projects in their school related to energy, water, waste and recycling, and now healthy school buildings.

Sarah Pokorny, 3rd grade Image student in Green Team said, "I joined green team this year because it sounded fun to help the environment and our school, and it was!."

Washington Green Schools is a non-profit that provides K-12 schools across Washington with a certification system, education resources, and tools for students, teachers and communities to create greener, healthier schools. To learn more, visit www.wagreenschools.org.


Attached Media Files: Image Elementary students , Mayor Leavitt presents Green Schools Award

Prineville OR - Viewings of Saturn will be the highlight of the annual Star Party at Prineville Reservoir State Park on Saturday, June 1. The planet will be sharing the night sky with colorful star clusters, nebulae (interstellar clouds of dust and gases), and distant galaxies. All will be observable from the park's day use area, where stargazers can gather by a permanent observatory housing "Big Doug," a 16-inch telescope.

The Oregon Observatory at Sunriver and OPRD are co-organizers of the event, which invites "partygoers" to peer through Big Doug and other telescopes provided by professional and amateur astronomers beginning at 10 p.m. A 30-minute orientation---"A Guided Tour of the Night Sky"---will precede the viewing.

"Central Oregon skies are usually clear and generally free of light pollution, which allows for unforgettable views of night sky objects," said Paul Patton, the interpretive coordinator for eastern Oregon with the Oregon Parks and Recreation Department (OPRD). "Prineville Reservoir in particular is an incredible location for stargazing. The annual star party is a great summer activity for families to enjoy."

The star party will begin at noon with a variety of astronomy-related exhibits and activities for all ages in the day-use area, including a solar car demonstration by the Central Oregon High School Solar Car Team at 1 p.m. Afternoon presentations will include "So You Want to Go to Mars" (2 p.m.), "Galileo's Telescope" (3 p.m.), and "Planning Your Next Vacation--in Space!" (4 p.m.). Safe solar viewing opportunities will be offered throughout the day.

Evening activities and presentations leading up to the main stargazing event will include children's activities focused on rocketry, impact crater formation, and solar energy; an introductory talk on the planet Saturn; and "Exoplanet Report; A Look at Worlds Beyond the Solar System," a special presentation at 7 p.m. by renowned space artist and photographer John Foster focusing on the search for habitable planets outside of our solar system.

For visitors staying all night, Prineville Reservoir State Park offers nearly 100 campsites--both RV and tent sites--and five deluxe cabins in its main campground. All are reservable online at www.oregonstateparks.org or by phone at 1-800-452-5687. Another 30 electrical hookup sites in the park's Jasper Point campground are available first-come, first-served. Tent and RV sites as well as day-use parking will be free on June 1, which is State Parks Day in Oregon.

Prineville Reservoir State Park is located 16 miles southeast of Prineville on Southeast Juniper Canyon Road. More information and directions are available from www.oregonstateparks.org.

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Portland, OR May 21, 2013 - Oregon Lions Clubs are working with the Oregon Lions Sight & Hearing Foundation (OLSHF) to combat preventative blindness and deafness in the community through free health screenings. The Oregon Lions Mobile Health Screening Program (MHSP) will provide free health screenings to the adult public in the following areas: visual acuity, hearing, blood pressure, diabetes (with a 3 hour fast) and glaucoma (see schedule below). Walk-ins welcome, no registration or appointments necessary.

MHSP is the only free screening program of its kind in Oregon. It will serve approximately 50,000 Oregonians this year at over 300 events in nearly every county in the state.

Many community members lacking primary care are unaware they have health conditions that threaten their sight, jobs, quality of life and potentially their lives. The MHSP has and will continue to positively impact lives through the early detection that we provide.

About Us: The Oregon Lions Sight & Hearing Foundation, founded in 1959, serves as the non-profit arm of the Lions Clubs of Oregon. The Mission of the Foundation is "to screen, treat, save, and restore sight and hearing, in partnership with Lions Clubs, in order to prevent blindness and deafness for those in need." MHSP is one of numerous programs that the OLSHF operates to deliver humanitarian service; others include the Lions Patient Care Program and the Lions Eyeglass Recycling Program.

Screening Details:

June 1, 9am-4pm
Vernonia Health Fair
Providence Clinic Parking Lot
510 Bridge St
Vernonia, OR 97064

June 8, 8am-3pm
St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Community Health Screening
St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church
3145 SW 192nd Ave
Aloha, OR 97006

June 9, 9:30a-12pm
Central Lutheran Community Health Fair
Central Lutheran Church
1857 Potter St
Eugene, OR 97403

June 22, 10am-2pm
Dr. Daly Days Community Health Fair
Lakeview District Hospital
700 South J St.
Lakeview, OR 97630

June 22, 10am-1pm
Healthy Kids Program Screenings Warrenton Soccer Complex
Directly across from:
589 NW Ridge Rd
Warrenton, OR 97121

June 29, 9am-3pm
Hodaka Days Health Fair
409 E Main St
Athena, OR 97813

For further information or to schedule a health screening for your community, contact Mara Steen, Mobile Health Screening Program Coordinator, at (503) 413-7527.

For additional details on this and other programs, please visit our website at www.olshf.org.

In keeping with the "Click It or Ticket" mobilization running May 20 - June 2, Oregon State Police, county sheriffs and local police agencies urge local and long distance travelers to be aware of the increased enforcement efforts during the Memorial Day Holiday weekend.

Starting 6:00 p.m., Friday, May 24, through 11:59 p.m., Monday, May 27, Oregon State Police (OSP) troopers working with our law enforcement partners will focus enforcement efforts at encouraging vehicle occupants to buckle up, keeping impaired drivers off the road, and deterring distracted and dangerous driving behavior that affect everyone's safety.

"OSP troopers are committed to these important interagency mobilization efforts, day and night, to keep our highway users safe and roads open for travel," said OSP Captain Ted Phillips, Patrol Services Division director.

During the 2012 Memorial Day holiday period, ODOT's Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS) reported three people, all 'vulnerable highway users', died in three separate traffic crashes in Oregon. Last year's victims were a pedestrian, a bicyclist, and a motorcycle operator. Since 1970, more than 260 people died after being involved in crashes during the holiday period that kicks off the summer travel season. More than half occurred in alcohol-involved crashes.

Prior to the start of the current annual "Click It or Ticket" campaign, ODOT noted in Oregon that 61 vehicle occupants who died in crashes in 2012 were completely unbelted. The majority of those - 49 - were occupants in pickups, and two-thirds of the unbuckled fatalities occurred in nighttime crashes.

During the previous six Memorial Day holiday weekends, OSP troopers arrested over 470 DUII drivers, including 64 DUII drivers arrested during last year's 78-hour period. Troopers' stepped up enforcement effort supports Operation C.A.R.E. (Combined Accident Reduction Effort) and the work of other law enforcement agencies in Oregon and around the country to discourage the most common causes of injury crashes - speeding and impaired drivers.

An example of one of OSP's planned efforts will occur in central Oregon where, using overtime grant funding, troopers will focus on speed, safety restraint, and DUII enforcement on Highway 97, Highway 20, and Highway 26.

Oregon State Police, Oregon State Sheriff's Association (OSSA), Oregon Association of Chiefs of Police (OACP), and ODOT offer the following safety reminders:

* Get rested before you are tested. Fatigued drivers are more frequent during holiday weekends because of increased travel and activity. Be patient and allow plenty of time to reach your destination.
* Pay attention. An inattentive driver is a growing safety concern on our roads and an increasing factor in traffic crashes.
* Know before you go: Stay up to date on road conditions by visiting TripCheck.com or calling 5-1-1.
* Even when workers are not present, all work zone speed limits still apply and fines double. Inactive work zones still have equipment, detours, and incomplete changes in the roadway so drivers need to slow down and be alert.
* Share the road. Don't tailgate and be sure to check your mirrors and blind spots before changing lanes.
* Be on the lookout for bicyclists, pedestrians and other vulnerable users of our roads.
* Always use safety restraints and child safety seats correctly (see www.childsafetyseat.org for free safety seat clinics and proper buckling tips).
* Don't drink and drive; don't be impaired and drive. These can be deadly combinations.
* MOVE OVER if you are approaching any type of emergency vehicle, tow truck or roadside assistance vehicle which is stopped on the roadside with emergency lights activated.

OSP, OSSA, OACP and ODOT remind every traveling person - bicyclists, pedestrians, motorcyclists and motorists alike - that we all have individual responsibility for keeping our roads safe. Immediately report aggressive, dangerous and intoxicated drivers to 9-1-1 or call OSP at 1-800-24DRUNK (800-243-7865).

Oregon law requires the following:

* A child weighing less than 40 pounds must be restrained in a child safety seat.
* A child under one year of age or weighing less than twenty pounds must be restrained in a child seat, rear facing.
* A child over forty pounds or who has reached the upper weight limit of their forward-facing car seat must be restrained in a booster seat until they reach age eight or 4'9" in height and the adult safety belt system fits them correctly.

"Best Practice Recommendations" of the American Academy of Pediatrics and U.S. DOT suggest that children ride in rear-facing seats to age two or the upper weight limit of the seat in use. Children should continue to ride in safety seats to forty pounds or the upper weight limit of their safety seat before transitioning to a booster seat. Children under thirteen should ride in the back seat.

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NOTE: Questions regarding your local OSP or other law enforcement agency enforcement efforts should be directed to those OSP offices or other agencies. OSP media ridealong requests should be arranged through your local OSP office before the holiday weekend starts.

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Attached Media Files: 2013-05/1002/64494/osp.crashscene.helo.1.JPG

On Thursday, May 16th, the Tigard Police Criminal Investigations Unit (CIU) conducted an operation to target and arrest prostitution customers ("johns"). As a result, 5 men were taken into custody based on patronizing a prostitute for services.

The operation took place throughout the afternoon and early evening. Several Tigard Police detectives, along with patrol officers converged on a Tigard area hotel. Over the past year, numerous Tigard businesses have contacted police to express their frustration and concerns about suspected prostitution operating out of their businesses, hotels being the most impacted. In response to their needs, Tigard Police began to place focus on the crimes of prostitution which has moved into the 21st century, along with most other criminal ventures.

The criminal acts of prostitution are mostly arranged beforehand using websites such as BackPage.com or TNAboard.com . Over the past 18 months, the Tigard Police CIU conducted a probe which resulted in numerous arrests of subjects advertising the sale of sexual services. Investigators felt it also important to direct efforts to simultaneously combat the customers of prostitution services. In terms of the actual operation last week, over 75 calls were received from interested "johns" within 24 hours of placing two online listings advertising prostitution services. Another key driving force behind the operation is reinforcing the fact that prostitution is not a victimless crime. The numbers are staggering regarding victims compelled into prostitution, now more likely to be connected to human trafficking. Maintaining a zero tolerance policy regarding prostitution is one way to help draw attention to this criminal venture and possibly prevent the vulnerable for entering into this enterprise. Tigard Police plan to conduct additional operations.

Partnering with residents 60 years-of-age and older who live at the nonprofit retirement community Homewoods on the Willamette, in Milwaukie, Ore., the Well Arts Institute and their team of volunteers have melded history with the human story. This Clackamas County oral history theatre workshop (Well Arts has done several in Oregon) pairs residents at Homewoods (inbetween the ages of 60 and 96) with highschool students and community volunteers who interview the residents about their lives. Professional actors are auditioning to work with elders to perform the transcripts on stage, literally bringing their life histories alive. The goal is to provide community, connection and a forum to capture the individual stories that are Oregon's history and culture.

The Clackamas County performance called "Come Home" will be presented at Rex Putnam High School's Blackbox Theatre 4950 SE Roethe Rd, Milwaukie, Ore. 97267 on Saturday June 8th, 2013 at 2 p.m., admission is free. The collaboration with the residents of the retirement community Homewoods on the Willamette, and an all-volunteer scribe team, includes Amy Loynd and Colton Merris, juniors at Rex Putnam High School in Milwaukie. The writing workshop team of over a dozen scribes, elders and facilitators have spent many hours together creating the stories that will be performed on stage.
Amy Loynd volunteered for the project on top of a full schedule of International Baccalaureate courses. This first-time experience for Amy is one that she would gladly repeat despite a tight eight-week schedule leading up to the June 8 performance. Well Arts director Katy Liljeholm or Sandra deHelen who has been a Well Arts volunteer for 10 years are facilitating the one-hour writing sessions. The volunteer scribe team includes Anet Ris-Kelman, Farrah Thekkedom, Cherie Panek, Ann Singer who travel to Homewoods on the Willamette in Oregon City from various locations in Portland and Matt McCoy who is business office manager at Homewoods on the Willamette and lives in Oregon City.

Well Arts was part of the Artists' Repertory Theatre's (ART) community and education outreach conceived by Kate Hawkes. "Wit," a Pulitzer Prize winning play about a woman dying of cancer was produced by ART and the production was life-changing for the writers, actors and audiences. Hawkes, the director and facilitator, three of the writers: Doug Devers, Barbara Pongracz and Melanie Curry, and actors Michael Teufel and Susan Jonsson, together with three audience members, formed The Well Arts Institute in 2000.

Well Arts is an arts-in-medicine 501(c)3 nonprofit that provides writing and oral history workshops for people with physical or mental illness, or social trauma, that culminates in public performances of stories written by people in the workshops. The goal is that empathy, honoring, creativity, learning, and community-building becomes an important part of all of our healing. Well Arts has partnered in the past with OHSU, Doernbecher Children's Hospital, Portland Vet Center, the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation, the National MS Society: Oregon, the National Alliance on Mental Illness, Elders in Action, Hollywood Senior Center, Friendly House, Emerson House, and many others to create these workshops for seniors, veterans, people living with cancer, AIDS, MS, addiction, mental illness, and children living with cancer and diabetes.

Homewoods on the Willamette is a retirement community in Milwaukie, Oregon focused on affordable active living and longevity. Currently at capacity with 113 residential apartments, the nonprofit offers free tours, inclusive community activities and maintains a waiting list.

A retired university administrator has been named volunteer of the year at Hillcrest Youth Correctional Facility (YCF) in Salem.

Dr. Larry Griggs began volunteering at Hillcrest YCF in 2010. Since then, "his commitment to the youth we serve has never faltered," said facility Superintendent Troy Gregg. "He is a great advocate and role model for our kids."

Hillcrest YCF is one of 10 youth correctional and transitional facilities operated statewide by the Oregon Youth Authority (OYA). Griggs leads the facility's African-American Support Group, and has donated books and movies to Hillcrest's at-risk youth to motivate them to lead better lives after they leave OYA.

"When I was younger my family and the adults I associated with taught me to give back to the community," said Griggs when asked why he volunteers his time with at-risk youth. "I can't change the behavior that got them incarcerated but I can encourage them to change their behavior in the future. It's really critical that they change their behavior so they become productive in the future, through a trade or some kind of training or by continuing their education. It sends the message that they are valued, that their community cares about them."

Griggs received his undergraduate and master's degrees from Pacific Lutheran University in Parkland, Wash. After graduation, he continued his education at Oregon State University (OSU) in Corvallis, where he received his doctorate in 1978. In 1987, he was appointed director of OSU's Educational Opportunities Program, a position he held until his retirement in 2008.

Griggs lives in Corvallis, where he has volunteered with the city and the local Boys and Girls Club.

NOTE: For a photo, contact CJ.Drake@oya.state.or.us

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The Oregon Youth Authority is the state's juvenile justice agency, reducing victimization by helping at-risk young people lead productive, crime-free lives. Learn more at www.oregon.gov/oya and follow us on Twitter at www.twitter.com/oregonyouth.


Attached Media Files: Dr. Larry Griggs (center) has been named volunteer of the year at Hillcrest Youth Correctional Facility (YCF) in Salem. He is joined by Hillcrest YCF Superintendent Troy Gregg (left) and Karen Daniels, assistant director of Facility Services for the Orego

Boarding floats will be installed at Wallace Marine Park boat ramp on Wednesday, May 22, 2013.

Boarding floats are removed in mid to late fall to prevent them from collecting debris, being damaged, or carried away as river levels rise. In the spring, when river levels recede, they are reinstalled.

At approximately 11:30pm, Monday night, Marion County Deputies were called to a disturbance at a residence in the 100 block of Main Street, Idanha.

A neighbor had observed a male subject entering the residence and knew he didn't belong there. He called 911. At about the same time, the owner of the house also called 911 saying that he was confronted by a man who assaulted him and tried to strangle him. The homeowner said the man appeared intoxicated. He tried to steal some prescription medications from the victim and ran from the house following the confrontation. Witnesses reported him running toward Highway 22.

Several deputies, including canine Deputy Jason Bernards and Rolo, arrived in the area to search for the suspect.

Rolo immediately began to track the suspect's scent from the victim's residence. He followed it across the Santiam River, and again picked up the scent on the Linn County side. Rolo and Bernards followed the scene for about a mile until Rolo stopped at the front door of a home in the 300 block of Blossom Avenue.

Deputies ultimately contacted Waylon Clayton Blanchette, 33, who lived at the house. He appeared intoxicated and matched the description of the suspect in the assault and burglary.

Blanchette was arrested and booked into the Marion County Jail on charges of Burglary 1, Assault 4 and strangulation. He is also being held without bail on a Parole Violation detainer. He will be in court this afternoon at 3:00pm.


Attached Media Files: Waylon Blanchette , Deputy Bernards & Rolo

Salem - A total of 972 individuals are running for school board positions today in Oregon, according to a survey conducted by the Oregon School Boards Association. That figure is roughly in line with typical numbers of about 850 to 1,050 candidates, and includes K-12 school districts, education service districts and community college boards.

There are 741 open positions across the state, and 517 incumbents are running.

Betsy Miller-Jones, OSBA's executive director, said board members fulfill an important community role.

"Board members have the most important job in the world," she said." They are charged with two vital tasks: educating children and responsibly spending public money."

Other findings from the survey include:
ï�(R) For K-12 district boards, 827 candidates are running for 626 positions. More than half of the races (55.1 percent) are uncontested. In 192 races (23.2 percent), no candidates are running.

ï�(R) For ESD boards, 61 people have filed for 54 positions. Forty-one are unopposed, and 15 races have no candidates.

ï�(R) For community college boards, 84 people filed for 61 slots. Forty-three are unopposed, and in 17 races there are no candidates.

School board elections are held every two years.

OSBA is a member services agency for nearly 1,400 school board members in school districts, education service districts and community colleges. It also provides services to charter schools and their boards.

***UPDATE***
Mr. Frison was treated and released from OHSU and his injuries were to his extrimities. We have not released any information or description of a suspect, because we do not have that information at this time.

***UPDATE***
The victim of this shooting is Brandon Jesse Frison 34 years old. Frison is recovering at a local area hospital.

We do not have information on a suspect at this time. Detectives are are working all leads to identify the person responcible for this incident.

On May 21, 2013 at approximately 1:00 a.m. Beaverton Police Officers responded to the 15000 block of SW Sparrow Loop on a report of shots fired into a residence with injuries.

When officers arrived they identified one victim, an adult male. The victim was struck by gun fire while inside his residence. The injuries do not appear to be life threatening and he was taken to an area hospital for treatment.

At this time we do not have a suspect identified and the investigation is ongoing.
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Attached Media Files: Press Release , Photo

Tillamook County Sheriff's Office confirmed THOMAS ANTHONY WHITE, age 28, from Hillsboro, was arrested Monday afternoon, May 20, in the area law enforcement officers were searching south of Highway 6 near Lee's Camp after he fled on foot from a stolen vehicle into the woods near C-Line Road and Lyda Road. A deputy was flagged down by loggers who were aware of the search after spotting a man matching WHITE's description.

WHITE was lodged in the Tillamook County Jail on the following charges:

* Felony Attempt to Elude in a Vehicle
* Misdemeanor Attempt to Elude on Foot
* Reckless Driving
* Recklessly Endangering Another Person
* Unauthorized Use of a Motor Vehicle
* Possession of a Stolen Vehicle
* Warrant (Washington County) - Failure to Appear - Theft in the First Degree

Questions about the arrest should be directed to Tillamook County Sheriff's Office

On May 20, 2013 at approximately 1:23 a.m., the Tillamook Police Department attempted to stop a stolen 2001 Chrysler Sebring displaying Oregon license plates eastbound on Highway 6 east of Tillamook. An OSP trooper and Tillamook County Sheriff's Office joined Tillamook police as the stolen vehicle fled eastbound at a high rate of speed, turning south of Highway 6 onto county roads near Lee's Camp.

At approximately 1:50 a.m., the two occupants abandoned the vehicle on C-line Road near Lyda Road and fled on foot. The vehicle's passenger, EDER ALEJANDRO HERNANDEZ, age 22, from Hillsboro, was located and taken into custody. HERNANDEZ was lodged in the Tillamook County Jail for Unauthorized Use of a Motor Vehicle and misdemeanor Attempt to Elude on Foot.

The driver was identified as WHITE who was wanted out of Washington County for Failure to Appear - Theft in the First Degree.

White photograph (dated 4/2013) courtesy Washington County Community Corrections.

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Memorial Day is at once a day to honor the fallen in our nation's wars and the unofficial start of the summer season when we fire up the barbecues and enjoy our rivers, lakes and beaches.

Many veterans and military families voice frustration at this dichotomy and the dilution of Memorial Day. In the lead up to the last Monday in May, we will see many articles, editorial cartoons, blog posts and twitter feeds urging us all to remember the real meaning of Memorial Day.

I join them here in highlighting the true cost of war - a cost far beyond dollars and cents. In Iraq and Afghanistan alone, we have lost more than 6,000 of America's best men and women - 138 were from Oregon. We owe them and their families a debt that can never be repaid.

But I also worry that our pointed effort on Memorial Day to remember the legacy of those lost will not bridge the civilian-military cultural divide. World War II was fought by 10 percent of our citizens, affecting a large segment of the population. Today, the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan have been fought by less than 1 percent of our population.

Even for those of us who work closely with veterans, it is disconcertingly easy to go about our everyday lives forgetting that thousands are still deployed overseas in harm's way. We must all go beyond a day and recommit to building the critical relationship between our citizens, military families and veterans.

Sharing our stories and experiences is not always easy, but it is essential as we ramp up and sustain community support for our veterans. Ultimately, our efforts are not simply for the troops. The bond between a nation and its veterans is about our way of life that the military defends and that we all actively create and cherish: a democratic nation, full of freedom, with justice and opportunity for all.

As we honor the fallen on Memorial Day this year - let us take to heart the symbolism in the flag code. The flag will be flown half-mast from sunrise until noon when it will then be flown at the peak until sunset. Flying the flag first at half-mast is to honor all those who have given their lives in the service of our nation. It is then flown high to show that the nation they defended lives on.

What began as Decoration Day in May 1868, when flowers were laid on the graves of Union and Confederate soldiers at Arlington National Cemetery, continues to have an even greater significance today as we remember the fallen on Memorial Day.

We must continue to share the stories of our military's service and most importantly share the stories of all those who have made the ultimate sacrifice. Thank you for all of your support for our veterans and God Bless all those still serving around the world.


(Cameron Smith served three tours in Iraq as a U.S. Marine captain and is the Director of the Oregon Department of Veterans' Affairs.)


Attached Media Files: Cameron Smith, Director, Oregon Dept. of Veterans' Affairs

This morning, Tuesday May 21, 2013, at approximately 1:30 a.m., North Precinct officers responded to the parking lot of a residence in the 10500 block of Northeast Fremont Street on the report of shots fired in the area.

Officers arrived but did not locate any victims. Witnesses at the scene described hearing shots and seeing several vehicles leave the area.

Shortly after North Precinct officers arrived, East Precinct officers responded to the report of a gunshot victim arriving at Portland Adventist Medical Center. The victim, 45-year-old William Rasmussen of Southeast Portland, was suffering from two non-life-threatening gunshot wounds and was transported from PAMC to Legacy Emanuel Medical Center for treatment.

Rasmussen told police he was in the parking lot of the apartment complex when he was approached by the suspect who fired shots at him for no reason.

Rasmussen could not provide any suspect information.

Anyone with information about this shooting is asked to call the Assault Detail at (503) 823-0400.

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(Portland, OR) -

From Portland's famous Forest Park to New York City's Central Park, America's urban forests store an estimated 708 million tons of carbon, an environmental service with an estimated value of $50 billion, according to a recent U.S. Forest Service study.
Annual net carbon uptake by these trees is estimated at 21 million tons and $1.5 billion in economic benefit.

In a study published recently in the journal Environmental Pollution, Dave Nowak, a research forester with the U.S. Forest Service's Northern Research Station, and his colleagues used urban tree field data from 28 cities and six states and national tree cover data to estimate total carbon storage in the nation's urban areas. The study resonates with tree stewards here in Portland.

"As cities and suburbs grow and grow, trees and urban forests are becoming increasingly important to the health and well-being of our environment" said Jenn Cairo, City of Portland Urban Forester. "Trees provide carbon storage, filter stormwater, help cool the air, and provide wildlife habitat. This study is a reminder of the many values of trees and we hope it spurs even more people to care for them."

Cairo noted that the Portland Parks & Recreation (PP&R) Urban Forestry division actively partners with neighborhood volunteers to manage the urban forest and quantify the carbon sequestration benefits street trees provide to their communities through the Neighborhood Street Tree Inventory Project (TIP). Portland community volunteers in a TIP project are taught to collect street tree data and utilize it in ways including

-Identifying space for more tree plantings and
-Creating Neighborhood Tree Plans to promote good tree management.

Since 2010, nine Portland neighborhoods have completed such projects.

"The street trees in those nine neighborhoods alone are estimated to provide over $34,000 worth of annual carbon sequestration benefits, with an estimated 480 tons of carbon sequestered per year," said Cairo. "We're tallying the dollar value of carbon sequestration city-wide as more neighborhoods complete inventories; eight more are participating this summer. And our carbon sequestration capacity will increase if we continue our careful stewardship of our urban forests."

To volunteer with the Neighborhood Street Tree Inventory Project, please contact trees@portlandoregon.gov.

Nationwide, carbon storage by trees in forestlands across the country was estimated at 22.3 billion tons in a 2008 US Forest Service study; additional carbon storage by urban trees bumps that to an estimated 22.7 billion tons.

According to the US Forest Service, carbon storage and sequestration rates vary among states based on the amount of urban tree cover and growing conditions. States in forested regions typically have the highest percentage of urban tree cover. States with the greatest amount of carbon stored by trees in urban areas are Texas (49.8 million tons), Florida (47.3 million tons), Georgia (42.4 million tons), Massachusetts (39.6 million tons) and North Carolina (37.5 million tons).

The total amount of carbon stored and sequestered in urban areas could increase in the future as urban land expands, says the Forest Service. Urban areas in the continental U.S. increased from 2.5 percent of land area in 1990 to 3.1 percent in 2000, an increase equivalent to the area of Vermont and New Hampshire combined. If that growth pattern continues, U.S. urban land could expand by an area greater than the state of Montana by 2050.

The study is not the first to estimate carbon storage and sequestration by U.S. urban forests; however it provides more refined statistical analyses for national carbon estimates that can be used to assess the actual and potential role of urban forests in reducing atmospheric carbon dioxide.

More urbanization does not necessarily translate to more urban trees. Last year, Nowak and Eric Greenfield, a forester with the Northern Research Station and another study co-author, found that urban tree cover is declining nationwide at a rate of about 20,000 acres per year, or 4 million trees per year.

Carbon Storage by Urban Trees
State Carbon Stored (tons)
Texas 49,800,000
Florida 47,300,000
Georgia 42,400,000
Massachusetts 39,600,000
North Carolina 37,500,000
New York 35,400,000
California 34,600,000
Pennsylvania 31,700,000
New Jersey 30,900,000
Connecticut 25,700,000
Ohio 25,300,000
Michigan 25,200,000
Tennessee 20,800,000
Alabama 20,600,000
Illinois 20,600,000
South Carolina 19,100,000
Virginia 18,300,000
Washington 15,200,000
Maryland 13,100,000
Missouri 12,400,000
Louisiana 11,600,000
Indiana 10,700,000
Wisconsin 10,400,000
Minnesota 10,200,000
Oregon 8,900,000
Arkansas 8,500,000
Mississippi 8,200,000
New Hampshire 7,900,000
Kentucky 7,100,000
Arizona 6,000,000
West Virginia 5,700,000
Kansas 5,300,000
Colorado 4,800,000
Oklahoma 4,800,000
Rhode Island 4,600,000
Maine 4,200,000
Iowa 4,100,000
Delaware 2,500,000
Hawaii 2,400,000
Utah 2,300,000
Alaska 2,200,000
New Mexico 2,000,000
Nebraska 1,800,000
Vermont 1,700,000
Nevada 1,400,000
Idaho 1,200,000
South Dakota 800,000
Montana 500,000
North Dakota 500,000
Wyoming 300,000
Total 708,100,000


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Attached Media Files: Photo: Sunbeams and shadows dance around trees at a Portland Parks & Recreation park. Courtesy: Portland Parks & Recreation, Portland, OR

Linn County Sheriff Tim Mueller reports his deputies and detectives are investigating the disappearance of 52 year old David Wayne Hultberg.

Mr. Hultberg, a resident of Tangent, was reported missing by his family on May 2, 2013 after he didn't return home. His vehicle a 2002 Ford pickup, was located May 6, at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints parking lot in Stayton. Detectives have confirmed he was observed in an Arco gas station security camera video on the night of April 26 in Stayton. Mr. Hultberg was also reported as being seen by one of his associates on the morning of April 27th in the Lebanon area.

Mr. Hultberg is 5'9", 210 pounds with brown hair and brown eyes. He has one silver front tooth and a tattoo of Pegasus on his back. He was reported to be wearing tan Carhart pants a light blue shirt, a tan Carhart jacket and work boots. However, his associate who saw him in the Lebanon area stated he was not wearing a shirt or jacket.

The disappearance is being treated as suspicious. Anyone that has knowledge of Mr. Hultberg's whereabouts or any information that may assist in the investigation is encouraged to contact the Linn County Sheriff's Office at 800-884-3911.


Attached Media Files: Hultberg photo

MUMMIES OF THE WORLD ARRIVES IN NORTHWEST UNDER HEAVY SECURITY FOR DEBUT AT OMSI

Largest exhibition of real mummies and related artifacts ever assembled to be turned over to OMSI for exclusive Portland engagement

WHAT:
More than 40 precious mummies will arrive in Portland on Wednesday, June 5, 2013, under heavy security detail for the upcoming Mummies of the World exhibition at the Oregon Museum of Science and Industry (OMSI). The mummies will have traveled nearly 800 miles from Salt Lake City, UT to make their highly-anticipated Pacific Northwest premiere as part of the largest exhibition of real mummies and related artifacts ever assembled.

Upon arrival, the security detail and exhibitors will sign over the mummies for the Museum's safe-keeping. Key exhibition and venue representatives will speak to the press during a brief presentation as the off-loading of the mummies begins. Following the ceremonious arrival, curators and exhibition staff will work day and night on the load-in and installation of the exhibition, which is set to debut at OMSI on Friday, June 14, 2013.

The official arrival and welcoming of the mummies to Portland will offer great opportunities for visuals and one-on-one interviews with Marc Corwin, president and CEO of American Exhibitions, Inc. - producer of the groundbreaking Mummies of the World exhibition; Dr. Heather Gill-Frerking, director of science & education for the Mummies of the World exhibition; and Nancy Stueber, president of OMSI. Media interested in covering this event should please contact OMSI PR Manager Amita Joshi at 503.797.4517 or ajoshi@omsi.edu.

WHEN:
Wednesday, June 5, 2013 | 10:15am
**Truck to arrive promptly at 10:30am with security detail; great opportunity for visuals

WHERE:
1945 SE Water Ave., Portland, OR 97214
**Arrival and presentation to take place at OMSI main entrance.

DETAILS:
Mummies of the World is the largest exhibition of mummies and related artifacts ever assembled, featuring an astounding collection of 150 specimens and objects including real human and animal mummies, and related artifacts from South America, Europe, Asia, Oceania and Ancient Egypt. The blockbuster exhibition will be opening at OMSI in Portland, Ore. for its exclusive Pacific Northwest debut. More information is available online at omsi.edu and mummiesoftheworld.com.

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Attached Media Files: PDF File (Recommended)

On June 1, the Oregon Parks and Recreation Department (OPRD) will celebrate the 15th annual State Parks Day by offering free tent, RV, and horse camp sites and free day-use parking at state parks throughout Oregon. State Parks Day is held on the first Saturday in June each year. It was established in 1998 by a joint resolution of the Oregon State Legislative Assembly.

"It's a great way to thank Oregonians and visitors for their support of our state parks," said OPRD Director Tim Wood. "A day of free parking and a night of free camping---it gives everyone a chance to enjoy the experience of being outdoors during the summer."

State Parks Day will kick off Oregon Outdoors Week (June 1-9), a new initiative that links other statewide and national events promoting outdoor recreation, including the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife's Free Fishing Weekend, National Fishing and Boating Week, National Marina Day, National Trails Day, and National Get Outdoors Day.

The theme of State Parks Day this year is "Let's Go," in honor of the Let's Go program, which was started by The Friends of Tryon Creek 15 years ago to offer low-cost introductory family camping in the Portland area. OPRD adopted the program and took it statewide in 2009. This year, it has expanded the program to include four new activities in addition to camping: Let's Go Birding, Let's Go Disc Golfing, Let's Go Hiking, and Let's Go Paddling.

Three Let's Go events will be offered on State Parks Day. Rangers will lead the activities and provide the necessary gear so that families can try new outdoor activities with confidence. The events are open to ages 8 and up; youth under 14 need to be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Some activities require preregistration--you must be 18 to sign up. The events are:

* Let's Go Disc Golfing at L.L. "Stub" Stewart State Park, noon to 2 p.m. Meet at Dairy Creek Camp West and wear sturdy shoes. Registration fee $10 per person. Limited to 12 participants.
* Let's Go Paddling (kayaking) at Milo McIver State Park, 9 to 11 a.m. Meet at Estacada Lake and wear shoes that can get wet. Bring a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, and water. Registration fee $15 per person. Limited to 11 participants. Youth ages 8-14 need to have an adult with them in the kayak.
* Let's Go Birding at Tryon Creek State Natural Area, 7 a.m. to 10 a.m. Meet at the Nature Center and wear shoes for hiking. Binoculars will be available. Free. First-come, first-served---no registration required.

Many other parks will also host special events on State Parks Day; check www.oregonstateparks.org for the full schedule of events and a list of future dates and locations for Let's Go camping and day programs throughout the summer. To register for a Let's Go program, call 1-888-953-7677.

Those planning to camp at a reservable site on State Parks Day should make their reservation early: sites can be booked two days or more in advance by visiting www.oregonstateparks.org or calling Reservations Northwest at 1-800-452-5687 before 5 p.m. on May 30th. Yurts, cabins, tepees, and group sites will be available at regular rates. It costs $8 to make a reservation, even for sites that are free for the night.

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WILSONVILLE, OR -- At the May 20, 2013, meeting of the Wilsonville City Council, Mayor Tim Knapp proclaimed May 19-25 as "National Public Works Week," recognizing "public works, infrastructure, facilities and services that are of vital importance to the livability of our community and enhance the health, safety, and well-being of the people of Wilsonville."

City Manager Bryan Cosgrove reviewed Council Goals and related performance measures developed by the Council at an April 12-13 retreat session. Key components of the Council Goals include:
* Clear Vision and Community Design: Develop a plan to improve bike and pedestrian connectivity throughout the community and integrate the plan in the City's Capital Improvement Plan.
* Thoughtful Land Use: Complete a formal concept plan for Advance Road and Frog Pond Residential Areas.
* Community Amenities and Recreation: Complete a feasibility study for a community recreational/ aquatic center in Wilsonville. Complete a plan for successful integration of our existing living, working and playing areas in existing planned development through TSP adoption, the launching of concept planning and CIP by the Third Quarter of 2013.
* Economic Development: Develop and begin to implement a strategy to increase occupancy by filling vacant store fronts. Develop a funding and annexation strategy for implementing Coffee Creek Industrial Area in 18 months. Complete and adopt Basalt Creek industrial area concept plan in the next 18 to 24 months. Develop a strategic branding plan, including complete visual identity plan and logo, to promote the City's livability and economic opportunities by April 2014.

The City Council approved Resolution No. 2418 by a vote of 5-0, which updates the City's section of the Clackamas County "Multi-Jurisdiction Hazard Mitigation Plan."

During Mayor's Business, Mayor Knapp recognized the Wilson's NAPA store chain, which was named on May 20 "Family-Owned Business of the Year" by the U.S. Small Business Administration's Portland District Office. Owned by Gail and Tony Wilson, who bought their first NAPA auto-parts store in Wilsonville in 1987 with three employees and $220,000 in sales, Wilson's NAPA store chain has grown to 15 stores employing 165 with sales of nearly $25 million in 2012.

During the work session, City Council discussed a number of issues, including covered trash-container enclosures, City Council goals, Library Board appointments and the City's update to the Clackamas County "Multi-Jurisdiction Hazard Mitigation Plan."

City Manager Cosgrove announced that the July 1 City Council meeting would be cancelled due to a lack of a quorum.

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At 4:39am Portland Fire & Rescue responded to a vehicle accident east of SE 111th on Foster Rd. Engine 29 (Powellhurst) arrived at 4:43am and found two vehicles involved and three original patients. One of the patients was pinned-in the vehicle by the steering wheel and dashboard. Engine 29 worked on patient assessment and care while Engine 11 (Lents) pulled protection hose lines in case of a vehicle fire and Truck 7 (Mill Park) used specialized extrication equipment to remove the trapped patient.

One of the three original patients refused transport while the other two were transported to the hospital. The trapped patient was extricated from the vehicle at 5:06am. The conditions of the patients are unknown at this time. Foster was shut down in both directions. Please use alternate routes for the time being. More information will be given as it becomes available.

This evening, Monday May 20, 2013, at 7:09 p.m., Central Precinct officers responded to the report of an armed robbery in the 2100 block of Northwest Irving Street.

Officers arrived in the area and spoke to the victim, a valet for Café Mingo, who told police that a man robbed him at gunpoint then ran away westbound on Irving Street. Café Mingo is located at 807 Northwest 21st Avenue

Officers searched the neighborhood but did not locate anyone matching the suspect's description.

The suspect is described as a white male, 25 years old, wearing a black knit cap, black jacket, black pants, armed with a handgun.

Anyone with information about this robbery is asked to call the Robbery Detail at (503) 823-0405.

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Oregon State Police (OSP) is continuing the investigation into the cause of Monday afternoon's serious injury traffic crash involving a motorcycle and passenger car on Highway 99W near Adair Village. The two motorcycle occupants were ejected and transported to an area hospital for treatment of serious and minor injuries. The motorcycle operator's name is released in this update.

According to Sergeant Mike Iwai, on May 20, 2013 at approximately 12:25 p.m., a 1998 Honda Accord driven by RACHELLE COLLIER, age 29, from Albany, was northbound on Highway 99W near milepost 76. The Honda's right turn signal was activated as it slowed to turn right onto Ryals Avenue when a following 2006 Harley Davidson motorcycle attempted to pass on the right side. The motorcycle collided with the side of the turning car and both motorcycle occupants were ejected as it traveled off the highway into tall grass.

The motorcycle's 18-year old operator, JOHN D. WHITEWATER JR from Corvallis, was seriously injured and transported to by Corvallis Fire Department ambulance to Good Samaritan Regional Medical Center in Corvallis. The 14-year old female passenger received minor injuries and was transported by ambulance to the same hospital where she was treated and released. Both were wearing protective helmets.

COLLIER and her 3-week infant passenger were not injured.

OSP troopers from the Albany and Salem Area Command responded to the scene to investigation. Trooper Jeff Moran is the lead investigator. Benton County Sheriff's Office, Adair Rural Fire & Rescue, Corvallis Fire Department, and ODOT assisted at the scene.

Photographs - Oregon State Police

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After a fire in the 1100 block of 45th Avenue NE in Salem, Red Cross provided assistance to a local family. Red Cross provided lodging, food, clothing, and information on health and mental health services.

Oregon State Police (OSP) is continuing the investigation into Monday morning's single vehicle fatal traffic crash along Highway 101 about fifteen miles south of Tillamook that resulted in the death of a 20-year old man. The victim's name is released in this update. Speed and failure to wear a safety belt are possible contributing factors.

On May 20, 2013 at approximately 6:18 a.m., a 2001 Dodge pickup driven by LUIS CORONA ESPINOZA, age 20, from Beaver, was northbound on Highway 101 near milepost 81. As the pickup was negotiating a sweeping right curve, the driver lost control and traveled off the shoulder striking an embankment. The pickup rolled and came to rest on its roof. The driver, who was not using safety restraints, was ejected from the pickup and pronounced deceased at the scene.

OSP troopers from the Tillamook work site office are continuing the investigation. Trooper Sarah Reding is the lead investigator.

OSP was assisted at the scene by Tillamook County Sheriff's Office, Nestucca Fire & Rescue, and ODOT. The highway was closed for about five hours.

This fatal crash occurred on the first day of the "Click It or Ticket" campaign that runs through June 2. OSP and ODOT remind everyone that the proper use of safety restraints is the single most effective way to protect vehicle occupants involved in a crash from injury or death. According to ODOT, even though Oregon now has the second highest safety belt use among U.S. states, 49 people last year lost their lives in crashes where they were in a pickup and were not wearing a safety belt.

More information about the May campaign and increased enforcement effort is available on our website at http://www.oregon.gov/osp/NEWSRL/Pages/news/05_15_2013_click_it_or_ticket.aspx.

Photographs - Oregon State Police

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A number of regional agencies are scheduled to participate in a week-long exercise to evaluate interagency and regional incident response, at Camp Withycombe in Clackamas, Ore., May 21-23.

The Portland Area Capabilities Exercise (PACE) involves agencies from Clackamas, Clark, Washington, Multnomah and Columbia Counties. Participants will have an opportunity to practice and coordinate incident-related roles and responsibilities in response to mock domestic emergency response scenarios.

The exercise will bring together several agencies, including Clackamas Fire District #1, the fire departments of Canby, Gladstone and Boring, American Medical Response, Metro West Ambulance, Lifeflight, Clackamas County Medical Examiner, The American Red Cross, and Clackamas County's Office of Emergency Management, and Department of Communications.

The Oregon National Guard's 102 Civil Support Team will provide observers and evaluators for the exercise.

"This exercise will strengthen inter-agency cooperation and help participants understand the bigger training picture when it comes to emergency response and working with other first responders," said Gregg Ramirez, Emergency Manager for Clackamas Fire District #1.

A media day is scheduled for May 22. Members of the media are encouraged to RSVP for the event by contacting the individual listed below.

The Tualatin Hills Park & Recreation District and Beaverton School District have agreed to a deal in which the Park District will purchase about 1.7 acres of land on the west side of William Walker Elementary School.

The property, at 11940 SW Lynnfield Lane between Cedar Hills Boulevard and Highway 217, is directly adjacent to THPRD's Cedar Hills Park, which currently encompasses 10.3 acres. It will be used as part of a bond measure-funded project to expand and improve the park.

Purchase price is $346,000. The deal should close within the next few months.

Leaders of the two districts have signed an intergovernmental agreement that addresses shared access, shared parking and other issues besides the property sale.

"We are excited to be able to acquire this property and move ahead with our plan for improving Cedar Hills Park," said THPRD General Manager Doug Menke. "Once again, we thank our partners at the Beaverton School District."

In March, THPRD announced it is purchasing land from the school district at Mountain View Middle School in Aloha that will become part of a new 20-acre community park. The park will feature a multipurpose sports field complex that THPRD will build on BSD property and share with the school district.

"When our two districts work together, the community wins," said Dr. Jeff Rose, BSD superintendent. "This is another efficient agreement that will produce real benefits to taxpayers for decades."

THPRD's plan for Cedar Hills Park includes an oversized, multipurpose, synthetic turf sports field with lights; a baseball field made of natural grass; a splash pad water play area; play
equipment, including a new play structure for the school; permanent restrooms; a picnic area; walking path; and a community garden.

William Walker Elementary School students will have access to the synthetic turf during recess and for physical education classes. BSD athletes will have some access to the synthetic turf field during the school year.

Park and school parking lots will be shared at certain times. Automobile and pedestrian access to both the school and the park will be improved.

Redevelopment of the site will be funded by THPRD's 2008 voter-approved bond measure. Construction is tentatively scheduled to begin in early 2016 and finish by spring 2017. Estimated cost is $6.3 million.


Attached Media Files: This map shows the proximity of William Walker Elementary School to THPRD's Cedar Hills Park in Beaverton.

Praneeti Parjan has accepted the Clinic Director position at the Free Clinic of Southwest Washington. She will direct the medical operations of the Free Clinic, which includes oversight of the acute care medical clinic, vision program immunization program, flu-pertussis clinics, health screening clinic, and emergency prescription assistance program. The position also encompasses supervision of the transitional diabetes program, glaucoma program, and Project Access - a program at the Free Clinic which connects uninsured patients needing specialty care with nearly 300 specialists and the two hospitals in Clark County. In addition, the Clinic Director supervises six full time employees, and around 600 active volunteers, including 150 physician providers in urgent care.

Previously, Parjan was Clinic Manager for the Essential Health Clinic in Hillsboro, Oregon, where she managed service delivery to the uninsured population in that geographic area. She received her MD from Tver State Medical Academy in Russia, and did her residency in New Delhi, India. She is pursuing a Masters degree in Healthcare Management at Oregon Health & Science University in Portland.

The position is being vacated by Patrick Callahan, who has been Clinic Director for the past five years. He is leaving the Free Clinic to attend the University of Washington, where he has been accepted to medical school.

About the Free Clinic: 4100 Plomondon Street, Vancouver WA 98661
The Free Clinic of Southwest Washington provides quality medical, dental, and vision services at no cost for uninsured children and adults.In 2012, over 27,925 hours were logged by 600+ volunteer professionals, who provided service for 11,347 patient visits to the medical and dental programs. There were 9,481 prescriptions filled at the dispensary - all at no cost to the patient. The Free Clinic is funded by the local community, and all donations stay in Southwest Washington. For more information about the Free Clinic of Southwest Washington, visit www.freeclinics.org.


Attached Media Files: Praneeti Parjan (left) will replace Patrick Callahan (right) as Clinic Director at the Free Clinic of Southwest Washington

The City of Sherwood Police Department is conducting an investigation into the placement of a hidden camera in the public restroom at a Sherwood Starbucks. A hidden camera was discovered on May 1st, 2013. The Sherwood Police Department has been working closely with Starbucks in an attempt to identify the subject responsible for placing the camera in the restroom.
The below pictured male is a person of interest and is wanted for questioning regarding the incident. Please contact Detective Debbie Smith at 503 925 7117 with any information that may help lead to the identity of the subject.
The Subject is a white male adult, 48-55, 6'0-6'4, graying hair, medium build, clean shaven. No tattoos or other identifying marks observed.


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Cougar Washington: Deputies and first responders recieved a call at about 0900 hours today of a logging accident about 2 miles west of Cougar. They learned that Kyle Schlesser of Rochester Washington was killed instantly when he was struck by a tree that his partner had felled.

Schlesser was falling trees with his parter, Owen Fickett. The circumstances occurred when a tree that Fickkett fell hit a second tree that in turn fell and struck Schlesser. Fickett said that he called out to Schlesser prior to falling the tree to make sure he knew that he was about to fall the tree. Schlesser was in the area falling another tree when he was struck.

There was no indication that drugs or alcohol were involved and that all indications are that this was a very tragic accident.

Deceased - 28 year old Kyle M. Schlesser of Rochester, WA. - 9 years logging experience- Son of business owner James Schlesser.

43 year old Owen Fickett is a resident of Onalaska. He stated 23 years of logging experience without ever causing injury to himself or others.

Father, James Schlesser, was notified by involved employees.

Logging accident occurred approximately 2 miles (verified) west of Cougar, WA.

On Saturday May 18, 2012, at approximately 2:40 a.m., Central Precinct officers responded to the report of people shooting at each other in the area of Diamonds Gentlemen's Club, located at 3390 Northeast Sandy Boulevard.

Officers arrived in the area and located a shooting scene in the parking lot of the club. There were no victims at the scene but a preliminary investigation found that the people involved in the shooting appeared to be gang-related.

The Gang Enforcement Team responded and began to investigate the shooting. Gang investigators worked throughout the day and late Saturday afternoon arrested 25-year-old Emanuel Dante Hall in connection with the shooting.

Hall, a known gang associate, was charged with Attempted Murder, Unlawful Possession of a Firearm and Unlawful Use of a Weapon, and was booked into the Multnomah County Jail.

Gang Investigators are continuing to investigate the case and would like to hear from anyone with information about the shooting.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Detective Todd Teats at (503) 823-2137 or Todd.Teats@PortlandOregon.gov.

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Stayton Fire District responded to an early morning house fire at 448 West Burnett St. in Stayton on Sunday morning May 19th. At 12:36 AM neighbors called 911 reporting a fire at the neighbor's house. When Stayton Police Department arrived they found flames coming from the garage portion of the house. The 4 occupants, husband and wife, 6 week old baby girl and mother-in-law that were all home at the time of the fire all made it out. One male occupant received minor burns when he re-entered the house to find his mother in-law he thought was still inside and the families 2 dogs. The mother in law had escaped out the rear of the house, one of the 2 dogs was rescued, and one did not make it out.

When the volunteer firefighters arrived 10 minutes after the call was dispatched they found a heavily involved garage fire that was extending into the rest of the house. The fire was brought under control in 45 minutes. Crews from Sublimity and Aumsville also responded. The house and contents received significant damage.

The fire started in the garage near a refrigerator and was determined to be accidental. The fire caused approximately $200,000 dollars damage to contents and the house.

The house and contents were insured, Red Cross responded to assist the family. If you would like to make donations please contact Sam Duke with Grace Bible Fellowship at 541-971-2286. At this time there is an account being established for money donations.

The Stayton Fire District wants to remind you to have a home safety exit plan and practice it regularly, and once you are out of the house stay out.


Attached Media Files: W. Burnett St. - Stayton

Monday, May 20, 2013-Ridgefield, WA-Three graduating Ridgefield seniors spent their lunches at high school learning about the food service industry by participating in the school cafeteria's community service program.

Ridgefield School District's food service provides opportunities for students to receive community service credit toward senior projects by volunteering in the cafeteria. As an added bonus, students who volunteer also receive a free lunch each day they volunteer. Each day, the student volunteers help the school cafeteria employees serve over 250 students during the school's two lunch periods.

Twin brothers, Cole and Grant Goldberg, started volunteering in the cafeteria during their Freshman year at Ridgefield High School. The next year, they convinced their friend and classmate, Kimberly Shortwell, to begin volunteering, too. "I wanted to help everyone out and have fun at the same time," said Shortwell. In the years since, the three students continued to volunteer and maintained perfect attendance records, not missing a single day of school or cafeteria work.

Initially, Cole decided to volunteer in the cafeteria after hearing a request for volunteers during the high school's daily announcements. "I wanted to help my family financially by working for the free lunches," said Cole. His brother, Grant, agreed, "At first, we volunteered for the free lunch, but then we got to know the staff and we both started having a lot of fun."

Student volunteers help serve the lunch lines each day, prepare food, and lend a hand wherever the food service employees need it. "These students developed a lot of confidence over their years volunteering here," said Connie Vowels, Director of Food Services for Ridgefield School District. "They take ownership in their jobs, and they truly know what they're doing."

The employees learn a lot from the students, too. "I really enjoy being around our student volunteers, learning what teenagers are up to these days," said Viola Jacobsen, head of the high school cafeteria. In addition, the student volunteers get to know the cafeteria employees, and help to dispel stereotypes among the rest of the student body. "Our three volunteers tell the other kids how cool the lunch ladies really are," said Jacobsen.

Vowels noticed how the cafeteria became a comfort zone for the student volunteers. "We're all just normal people, so we get to become friends over time," she said. "Our volunteers like to come in and socialize with us, and sometimes we even help counsel them with challenges they're experiencing at school or at home." Cole learned to become less introverted by serving lunch to his classmates. "When I first started volunteering, I was very shy at school, but now I interact a lot more after handling so many students during lunch," he said.

Now, with these three student volunteers approaching graduation, they point to their experiences volunteering at the cafeteria as helping change their lives. "I intend to major in culinary arts and have applied for the scholarship Chartwells offers students going into food service," said Shortwell. "I now want to be a chef." Grant plans to major in mental counseling and start his own firm one day. "Working in the cafeteria helped me develop the skills to adapt to changing situations and work efficiently," he said. Cole would like to be a paralegal, "Volunteering helped us develop a great work ethic by needing to come to work every single school day."

The students' graduation will be bittersweet for the cafeteria staff who even presented at the twin brothers' senior boards. "We're so proud of what the students have become over these years," said Jacobsen. "Whichever employer hires them will be so lucky to have them." Vowels agreed, "These students are communicative and let us know if they're going to be even a few minutes late, and all three have shown incredible growth for kids at this age."

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Attached Media Files: Kimberly Shortwell plans to major in the culinary arts and become a professional chef , Cole Goldberg (left) heard about the opportunity first and talked his brother, Grant (right), into joining him , Cole Goldberg, Kimberly Shortwell, and Grant Goldberg used their volunteer experiences for their senior projects , Grant and Cole Goldberg started volunteering in the school cafeteria during their Freshman year

Gervais High School Sports presents the 3rd Annual Casino and Silent Auction

Saturday, June 29, 2013
Doors open at 5:30 p.m.

Salem Convention Center
200 Commercial St SE
Salem, OR

Price: $25
Gourmet Buffet / 1st Drink / $20 Gaming Scrip
Tickets available with the Coaches, Gervais High School Front Office, and Gervais Arcade

Please join us for a fun-filled night and help support our athletes and athletic programs!

RELEASE DATE: May 20, 2013
CONTACT PERSON: Detective John Rasmussen
Case Number: 13-704938


Gresham, Ore. - Jerry Dean Guess, 69, of Gresham was arrested May 17, 2013, and booked into the Multnomah County Detention Center on one count of Luring a Minor.

On May 10, 2013, a Gresham police officer responded to a call from a 15-year-old female who reported being followed by an unidentified man earlier in the day. The girl said she was walking south on SE 202nd Avenue, near SE Stark Street, Gresham, when the man drove by slowly in his 1990s Ford Thunderbird. He pulled alongside the girl and asked her to perform sex acts on him in exchange for money. The girl ran home and told her mother, who hurried outside to confront the man as he sped away.

The mother and daughter called the police, describing the man as a heavyset, white male in his 60s, with grey hair. They provided the officer with the license plate number for the suspect's white, 1992 Ford Thunderbird.

The Gresham detective assigned to the case met with the young girl and learned this was the third time this same man, driving the same vehicle, had approached her and asked her for sex acts. Beginning in April 2013, the suspect reportedly began following the girl and contacted her using the same rouse; he would drive by slowly, call her by the wrong name and say he recognized her from a strip club. As she tried to ignore him, he continued to follow her and ask her to perform sex acts with him in exchange for money. The suspect would finally leave when the young girl yelled at him. All three incidents happened near SE Stark Street, between SE 202nd and SE 199th Avenue. There were two additional incidents where the suspect followed the girl as she walked but did not make contact.

With the help of the young girl and her mother, Guess was identified as the suspect involved in these incidents. He will have his first court appearance on May 20, 2013.

Anyone with additional information about this case, or information regarding similar incidents possibly involving Guess or his vehicle, is encouraged to call the Gresham Police. The Gresham Police tip line is 503.618.2719 (local) or 1.888.989.3505 (out of area).

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The phone rings at 0730 AM at Longview Fire's Headquarters Station. On the other end a member of EGT Grain Terminal advising the Fire Department that they would be conducting a "Permitted" Confined Space Entry to perform electrical operations at their state-of-the-art facility located in Longview's deepwater port.
Conducting confined space entry is highly regulated work designed to safeguard workers from the potential hazards faced in confined spaces. The definition of a confined space is a space that has limited or restricted means of entry or exit, is large enough for a person to enter and perform tasks, is not designed for continuous occupancy, and has the potential for a significant hazard to be present. The hazards may include oxygen deficient, toxic, or explosive atmospheres, fall hazards, flooding or liquid hazards, and the risk of entrapment. In Longview alone confined space entries which require a permit occur between 5 and 50 times per-day within the heavy Industrial zone and shipping port.
To prepare for these confined space hazards and the potential emergency response, industry is required to establish contractual agreements with regional confined space teams. Within the City of Longview and its contracted port service area Longview Fire is the Confined Space Rescue Team, responding from its headquarters station located 740 Commerce Way.
The cliché that "We need to train like our life depends on, because it does" couldn't be more true as statistics indicate that injuries and fatalities involving confined spaces are frequent and often involve successive fatalities when would-be rescuers or untrained rescuers succumb to the same problem as the initial victim. Approximately 60% of fatalities involving confined spaces are attributed to would-be or untrained rescuers.
Longview Fire's Confined Space Rescue Team is made up with a total of 27 members trained to the level of Confined Space Rescue Technicians. To keep the teams skills at an optimum level hands-on training in realistic settings proves to be invaluable and is a regular component of annual training.
On May 14th, 15th, and 16th Longview Fire's Confined Space Rescue Team partnered with Puget Sound Energy [PSE] at its Mint Farm Generating Station located at 1200 Prudential Blvd. The 310 megawatt capable power-plant proved the perfect training ground both for Longview Fire's Confined Space program as well as the 17 on-duty on-site employees from Puget Sound Energy.
In the three day period three separate and complex training exercises took place simulating workers trapped and or injured in confined space situations. The generating station's 80' tall gas turbine inlet plenum and 60' tall steam turbine building provided many realistic rescue challenges for workers and rescuers alike. "The facility provided vertical caged access ladders, catwalks, electrical hazards, fall hazards, industrial noises, tight spaces, unfamiliar environments, and points difficult to access," explained Blake Tomlinson, Longview Fire's Confine Space program manager.
Victims suffering injuries, atmospheric compromise, on-site hazards, and complicated access and victim removal put the Confined Space Rescue Teams to the task. "The success of this training can be measured by the camaraderie and team effort put forth by both Fire and PSE personnel...the groups worked together seamlessly for one common goal; saving lives," shared Robert Mash, Supervisor for PSE. "I'm very proud of our PSE team, every on-site PSE member participated in one way or another, from the plant manager to the newest employee."
Hands-on drills are made to challenge the rescuers, test their skills, and ultimately provide a learning environment to help better prepare for potential events. Confined space rescues are classified as low frequency high hazard occurrences, which make preparation and training paramount. "The last thing we want to do is add to the problem, or become a statistic because we weren't prepared," say Tomlinson. "The PSE facility offered realistic training everyone involved, and with training like this it's easy to say our Confined Space teams are better prepared for tomorrow".
"In the end we are very pleased to have been able to assist with this training", explains Marsh. "We've been able to review and refine our own emergency operating procedures, identify areas for improvement, and build relationships with our first responders."
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Attached Media Files: Lowering Victim with Ladder , Catwalk Treatment , Victim Care , Ladder Extension , Carrying Equipment , Entering Enclosure , Gaining Access , Climbing the Filter Enclosure Ladder , Up the Ladder for Access

GRESHAM, Ore. - Mayor Shane T. Bemis will dedicate new Main City Park amenities, built to better guide Springwater Corridor users to explore downtown Gresham, during a National Trails Day event 10 a.m. Saturday, June 1, at the park's Springwater trailhead, 209 S. Main Ave.

The event will also dedicate Gussie McRobert Plaza in honor of the former mayor who served the City from 1989 to 1998. Following the dedication, the East County Wind Walkers will lead free, all-ages 5K and 10k sanctioned Volkswalks.

Funded with grants, the new gateway and spur trail is part of a completed renovation project designed to link the Springwater Corridor to downtown Gresham. Additional park improvements include newly installed rain gardens to manage stormwater runoff from the parking lot into Johnson Creek; restored the creek's stream banks with native plants; and a new, wider concrete bridge with safety provisions that includes separate lanes for vehicles along with bike and pedestrian crossings.
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Attached Media Files: Cyclists on the Springwater Trail bike past the new gateway at Main City Park.

On May 24th, there will be a Parkrose Kindergarten Class of 2025 Parade. All kindergartners, their teachers, principals and parents should be arriving at the middle school at 9:30am. They will parade across to the high school and be in the high school gym by 9:45am for the 25 minute celebration.

This Kindergarten Parade is in light of the Governor's 2025 goal of ALL children graduating from high school, college and career ready for success. The kindergarten class of this year is that 2025 class.

Thank you for your support.

Karen Gray
Superintendent
Parkrose School District
(503) 408 2135

Parkrose High School
12003 NE Shaver St.

The Mt Angel Fire District (MAFD) has hired Jim Trierweiler as Fire Chief. On May 10, 2013 Jim took over has Fire Chief to replace long time Fire Chief Don Fleck who has retired.

Retired Chief Fleck joined MAFD in 1976. He had been Fire Chief for 17 years before he retired.

Fire Chief Trierweiler joined MAFD in 1991. He left the area in 2000 to become a professional firefighter in Klamath Falls, Oregon. Jim returned to Mt Angel in 2006 to work as a professional firefighter with Salem Fire and volunteer with MAFD.

May is National Historic Preservation Month and for Oregon communities throughout the state it's an opportunity to reflect on significant places, artifacts, and collections that help tell the stories of our past as well as to recognize contributions that individuals and organizations have made to local preservation projects.

On Thursday, May 30th, Heritage Programs, a division of the Oregon Parks and Recreation Department, will host the 5th Annual Preservation Month Fair at the State Capitol State Park in Salem. Community organizations from around the area and several state agencies will provide information about their efforts to help preserve Oregon's history.

The event will be held from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m. on the grounds of the State Capitol on the north side of Court Street, opposite the Capitol building.

Nineteen participating organizations will highlight the history of their institutions and their local and statewide work to preserve important sites related to Oregon's historic events, persons, and places.

Participating exhibitors include the Salem Landmarks Commission, Historic Deepwood Estate, Bush House Museum, Oregon State Hospital Museum, Oregon Military Museum and Historical Outreach Foundation, Oregon Historical Society, Daughters of the American Revolution, Oregon State Parks with friends groups from Silver Falls and Champoeg State Parks, Oregon Cultural Trust, Oregon Department of Transportation, Oregon State Capitol Foundation, Oregon State Archives, Oregon State Library, Oregon Historic Trails Advisory Council, and Oregon Historic Cemetery and National Register of Historic Places programs. The McKenzie A's will display 30 restored vintage Ford Model A Cars. Also on display a World War II M3A1 Stuart Light Tank and a Korean War Jeep.

As part of the event, the Oregon State Capitol will offer a free 30-minute tour of the building at 12:00 and 12:30, including a 121 step climb to see the "Oregon Pioneer," which stands atop the building, and t offering a spectacular view of the city and the surrounding area. Those interested in participating in the Capitol building tour should meet 10 minutes early at the information kiosk on the 1st floor in the Capitol.

A man wanted on numerous warrants was arrested by Oregon State Police (OSP) early Sunday near La Grande after troopers used a Taser on the aggressively resisting man to take him into custody during a traffic stop.

Shortly after midnight, May 19, 2013, two OSP troopers stopped a vehicle in Island City near La Grande on suspicion the driver was wanted on numerous warrants. The vehicle was seen earlier by one of the troopers who ran a check using the Mobile Data Terminal computer in the patrol car on the registered owner, DARYL S. FREDERICKSON, age 35, from Umatilla, and learned he was wanted on four outstanding warrants and was known to be an officer safety concern.

The trooper lost sight of the vehicle but located it later and stopped it. The driver, FREDERICKSON, was positively identified at that time as the wanted felon. When troopers initiated a felony stop at gunpoint, FREDERICKSON exited the vehicle and refused to obey their commands and orders. A Taser was deployed twice against FREDERICKSON who verbally threatened and challenged the troopers. After the second Taser deployment, he was taken into custody following a short struggle.

In addition to local charges of Resisting Arrest, Interfering with a Police Officer, and misdemeanor Attempt to Elude on Foot, FREDERICKSON was lodged in the Union County Jail on the following warrants:

* Contempt of Court - Fail to appear on Felon in Possession of a Firearm (Hermiston Municipal Court)
* Three warrants out of Union County charging Unlawful Possession & Delivery of a Controlled Substance - Methamphetamine, and two separate counts of Fail to Appear - Theft in the Second Degree.

Photograph - Union County Sheriff's Office

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Attached Media Files: Frederickson

The Marine Board office will be staying open until 6 pm on Thursday, May 23 to help out boaters who need their boat title, registration, boater education card, aquatic invasive species permit or other business needs before heading out for the long, Memorial Day Weekend. State offices will be closed for a mandatory furlough on Friday, May 24.

Memorial Day Weekend is the official kick-off to the boating season and with this spring's fabulous weather, the waterways are the perfect escape. Plan your boating adventure using the Marine Board's interactive boating access map where you can find nearby boat ramps, clear gasoline retailers, pumpout and dump stations, and find out what other amenities are available.

Learn more at www.boatoregon.com.
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The Marine Board office is located at 435 Commercial Street NE, in Salem.
Boating Access Map Link:
http://www.oregon.gov/OSMB/pages/access/access.aspx#Where_to_Launch_in_Oregon

Public input is being sought on the proposed 2014 update to the state plan for Oregon's Vocational Rehabilitation program. The plan can be viewed online at www.oregon.gov/DHS/vr. The public comment period ends at 5 p.m. on Friday, May 31, 2013.

The Vocational Rehabilitation program helps people with disabilities get and keep jobs that match their skills and interests. Staff works with local communities and businesses to develop employment opportunities for its clients.

"Our state plan describes how we provide services, the progress we made over the last year to meet our goals, and our priorities for the year ahead. This public input period is part of our process for updating the plan for the 2014 federal fiscal year which starts October 1," said Stephaine Parrish Taylor, administrator of the Vocational Rehabilitation program.

There are two ways to submit public comments after reviewing the state plan:

* By sending an e-mail to vr.info@state.or.us.
* By sending written comments by U.S. Mail. Written comments should be sent to the following:

Travis Wall, Policy and Program Manager
Vocational Rehabilitation
Oregon Department of Human Services
500 Summer Street NE, E-87
Salem, Oregon 97310-1018

"The public feedback we receive during this process is important. It is taken into serious consideration as we set goals and identify improvements to be made in how we deliver our services and activities. We hope many will take this opportunity to review our plan and share their comments," Wall said.

For more information about Vocational Rehabilitation services, visit www.oregon.gov/dhs/vr.

Planned Parenthood Advocates of Oregon, the political arm of the organization, welcomes women's health champion Sandra Fluke for its only major fundraiser Wednesday in Portland. The 2013 Courageous Voice Breakfast will run from 8-10am at Portland Art Museum, 1219 SW Park Ave. Fluke is available for interviews in advance of her visit and immediately following the breakfast.

From the beginning, Sandra Fluke has devoted her career to public interest advocacy, serving on numerous social justice advocacy coalitions, ranging from economic justice to gay rights. She co-founded the New York Statewide Coalition for Fair Access to Family Court, which, after a 20-year stalemate, successfully lobbied for legislation allowing LGBTQ, teen and other victims of intimate partner violence to access civil orders of protection. Fluke was recognized for her extensive pro bono representation of victims of domestic violence and human trafficking, and human rights advocacy in Kenya. Her work has been honored by the American Federation of Teachers, American Constitution Society, National Association of Women Lawyers, National Partnership for Women and Families, Planned Parenthood, Women's Campaign Fund and others.

Fluke came to national attention in February 2012, when congressional Republicans prohibited her from testifying, instead hearing from a panel of only men on a question of women's health. She then testified before the House Democratic Steering and Policy Committee on the importance of women's own private insurance covering contraception. Despite ongoing personal attacks, she continues speak out other social justice concerns across news outlets, and addressed the Democratic National Convention. She served as a surrogate for President Obama in his re-election campaign, and helped elect more than a dozen progressive candidates to Congress. Continuing her public advocacy, she speaks to audiences across the country, in addition to her legislative policy work.

Fluke graduated cum laude from Georgetown University Law Center as a Public Interest Law Scholar with a Certificate in Refugee and Humanitarian Emergencies. In 2003, she received a bachelor's degree from Cornell University in Policy Analysis and Management as well as Feminist, Gender and Sexuality Studies. She lives in Los Angeles with her fiancé, Adam, and their dog, Mr. President.


Attached Media Files: 2013 Courageous Voice Sandra Fluke

PORTLAND, Ore. - The Oregon Air National Guard's 142nd Fighter Wing is hosting EA-18 Growlers from Naval Air Station Whidbey Island's Electronic Attack Squadron 136 to conduct dissimilar air combat training May 20 to May 24. Flights will launch daily after 7 a.m. and will conclude before 4 p.m.

Dissimilar air combat training provides realistic combat scenarios and opportunities to hone advanced aerial tactics that may be used against potential adversaries.

The 142nd Fighter Wing is tasked under the North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD) to defend the skies over the Pacific Northwest. Since September 11, 2001, the Wing has flown more than 43,000 hours in support of this mission.

Contact: Barbara Ayers, Communications Manager, (360) 487-8614, Barbara.Ayers@cityofvancouver.us


Local businessman, John Rudi, owner of Thompson Metal Fab, Inc. is offering a reward for the return of the Wendy Rose sculpture's head. Rudi's grandmother was a "Wendy Welder" at Vancouver's historic Kaiser Shipyards and his business is located on old shipyards' land.

A thief recently removed the head of the ten foot tall metal Wendy Rose sculpture located on the Columbia River waterfront trail about one mile east of the I-5 bridge. The public sculpture is highly visible and has sentimental value - Wendy Rose (an artist's rendition of Wendy the Welder and Rosie the Riveter) honors the women and men who supported the war through their work at the Kaiser Shipyards during WW II.

John and his wife Michele originally donated $45,000 for the plaza where Wendy Rose stands - James and Joyce Harder Memorial Plaza, named after the family who started Thompson Metal Fab, a metal fabrication company located on the original Kaiser Shipyard site.

The stainless steel sculpture is shown in work clothes proudly donning a red glass polka dot scarf. She is seen stepping from the home to the industrial work world and into the future, crossing the dam that powered the shipyards. Wendy Rose was designed and created by a group of local artists known as Women Who Weld and was installed by the City in 2008.

The City also contacted the artists that created Wendy Rose for a quote on a replacement if the head is not recovered. The replacement head will cost $4,000.

Corvallis Police investigators initiated a criminal investigation for Online Corruption of a Child in May 2013. The target of that investigation, James Harvey Maulding, had initiated an online conversation with an individual he thought was an underage female. The underage female was actually an undercover police officer. Over the course of several sexually explicit online chat conversations, Maulding made arrangements to meet with the fourteen year old female in Corvallis for sex.

On Friday, May 17, 2013, Maulding was contacted and arrested by Corvallis Police investigators as he was waiting in his vehicle to pick up the fourteen year old girl. He was arrested and transported to the Benton County Jail where he was charged with one count of Online Sexual Corruption of a Child in the First Degree and one count of Attempted Rape in the Second Degree. He was held on $175,000 bail.

For a mug shot photo please go to:
http://www.co.benton.or.us/sheriff/corrections/inmate_detail.php?bn=2013000905

The Portland Police Bureau, in cooperation with Crime Stoppers of Oregon, is asking for the public's help in identifying a thief stealing from Portland hospitals.

On May 14, 2013, at approximately 12:00 p.m., a man walked into the volunteer break room at the Portland Shriners Hospital and stole a woman's purse. The purse contained an undisclosed amount of cash, ID, credit cards, and an Apple iPad.

When the victim realized her purse was missing, she alerted hospital security staff who located the suspect on surveillance video.

Shriners Hospital security learned from Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU) Public Safety that a similar incident occurred in the afternoon of May 14, where the suspect stole a backpack from an OHSU employee's office.

The suspect is described as a white male in his 50s with tan or olive-colored skin, shaved or bald head, 5'8" tall, 190 pounds, wearing a dark-colored t-shirt and jeans.

Surveillance video from Shriners Hospital is available for viewing and download at: http://youtu.be/I4rHUEyb8jY

Crime Stoppers is offering a cash reward of up to $1,000 for information, reported to Crime Stoppers, that leads to an arrest in this case, or any unsolved felony, and you can remain anonymous.

Leave a Crime Stoppers tip online at http://www.crimestoppersoforegon.com , text CRIMES (274637) and in the subject line put 823HELP, followed by your tip, or call 503-823-HELP (4357) and leave your tip information.

Visit http://www.tipsoft.com to download the Crime Stoppers App for the iPhone or Droid.

Investigator:
Det. Eric McDaniel
Portland Police Bureau
(503) 823-0577
Eric.McDaniel@PortlandOregon.gov

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Vancouver, WA - Seven local financial institutions answered a recent challenge issued by Nancy Olmsted, Columbia Credit Union Vice-President of Marketing and Board Director at Share, to match (or beat) the credit union's $1,000 Brick Campaign donation at the new Share Fromhold Service Center. This challenge raised more than $8,000.

The financial institutions included Riverview Community Bank, Columbia Bank, Umpqua Bank, Wells Fargo, Regents Bank, iQ Credit Union and Home Street Bank.

"We were delighted by the enthusiastic and quick response of these financial institutions to answer Columbia's challenge," said Diane McWithey, Executive Director of Share. "And it was a great example of how our community answers the call - again and again - to support Share and other non-profits in Clark County."

The challenge was distributed to all financial institutions in Clark County, through campaign Co-Chair Kim Capeloto, Executive Vice President of Riverview Community Bank. "Although many financial institutions support Share's various programs, this challenge focused specifically on helping the organization in the final phase of the capital campaign," said Capeloto. "Now, less than $140,000 is left to be raised before Share can accomplish the $5.5 million renovation project without debt."

Bricks start at $200 for the smallest size; larger bricks are $1,000, $5,000 and $10,000. Bricks can be personalized with your name or special message. To purchase a brick, contact Share administrative assistant Stacy Woodman at adminassistant@sharevancouver.org, or 360-952-8223, or visit www.sharevancouver.org.

The Share Fromhold Service Center is named for the late Bill Fromhold, a Democratic state legislator from Clark County who championed Share, and who died of leukemia in 2010.

About Share
Share was founded in 1979 with the goal of caring for the homeless and hungry in the greater Vancouver area. Share operates three shelters for the homeless, a transitional housing program, case management, a street outreach program, a Housing & Essential Needs (HEN) program and provides daily meals for the homeless and low-income members of our community. Share also operates a summer meals program for low-income children and a backpack program benefiting 1,500+ children at 72 schools to provide food for weekends to children receiving free or reduced-fee lunches. Additionally, Share offers financial programs that incorporate financial education and matched dollars for savings; these programs are designed to assist in the improvement of credit scores and financial management. For more information on Share, visit our Web site at www.sharevancouver.org.


Attached Media Files: Representatives from each participating bank met at the Share Fromhold Service Center on Friday, May 17. (From L to R): Lisa John, Regents Bank; Ginny Gronwoldt, Umpqua Bank; Jamie Dotson, iQ Credit Union; Kim Capeloto, Riverview Community Bank; Lisa Dow,

RELEASE DATE: May 20, 2013
CONTACT PERSON: Detective John Rasmussen
Case Number: 13-705317


Gresham, Ore. - Sean Patrick Stebbins, 35, and Mark Alan Romero, 22, both of Gresham are in custody after their attempt to burglarize the Gresham Bi-Mart (2800 NE Hogan Drive) was foiled by a pesky alarm and quick police response.

On May 20 at 4:07 a.m., Gresham police officers responded to the Bi-Mart on the report of an audible alarm that monitors a roof hatch. The first officer to arrive saw a man running from the area and other officers were asked to assist. With the help of officers from Troutdale Police, Fairview Police, Portland Police K9 and Multnomah County Sheriff's Office, Stebbins and Romero were found hiding in separate locations within two blocks of the store. Both men were taken into custody and are being booked at the Multnomah County Detention Center on charges of Attempt Burglary in the Second Degree and Conspiracy to Commit Burglary in the Second Degree.

Gresham Fire Department used a ladder truck to lift officers to the roof where they were able to determine the suspects had clearly tried to break into the building but were unsuccessful in their attempt. Unlike the officers, Stebbins and Romero gained access to the rooftop by scaling a wall; an ill advised endeavor.

Anyone with additional information about this burglary, or information regarding other burglaries the suspects may have been involved in, is encouraged to call the Gresham Police. The Gresham Police tip line is 503.618.2719 (local) or 1.888.989.3505 (out of area).

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BEAVERTON, OR - Jesuit High School was recently honored by the State of Oregon for its commitment to sustainability by being named an Oregon Sustainable School Award Winner (Pillar 3: Education for Sustainability, Environmental and Social Literacy). Jesuit is the only Catholic and private school in the state to receive an Oregon Sustainable School Award.

The Oregon Sustainable School Awards recognize schools for addressing sustainability in the areas of 1) Environmental Impacts, 2) Healthy, Safe Students 3) Education for Sustainability and 4) Social Sustainability. An overall winner is selected for successfully and comprehensively addressing sustainability in all four "Pillar" areas and awards are also given for specific pillars.

Here is the complete list of the 2013 Oregon Sustainable School Award winners:

2013 Oregon Sustainable School Award
* Jackson Elementary (Medford School District)

2013 Oregon Pillar 2 Award: Healthy, Safe Students and Staff
* Meriwether Lewis Elementary (Portland Public Schools), co-winner
* Oak Creek Elementary (Lake Oswego School District), co-winner

2013 Oregon Pillar 3 Award: Education for Sustainability, Environmental and Social Literacy
* Jesuit High School (Portland)

2013 Oregon Pillar 4 Award: Social Sustainability
* Jackson Elementary (Medford School District)

This year's applications were scored by a team of 17 people representing a wide variety of organizations. No winner was selected for Pillar 1, Environmental Impacts.

"The heart behind Pillar 3 is more than just teaching students to recycle or turn out classroom lights," says Jennie Cournia, physics teacher and Sustainability Committee Chair at Jesuit High School. Cournia cites UNESCO's definition of "Education for Sustainable Development," which means "incorporating key sustainable development issues into teaching and learning....It also requires participatory teaching and learning methods that motivate and empower learners to change their behavior and take action for sustainable development. Education for Sustainable Development consequently promotes competencies like critical thinking, imagining future scenarios and making decisions in a collaborative way." Source: http://www.unesco.org/new/en/education/themes/leading-the-international-agenda/education-for-sustainable-development/

"Jesuit has made a concerted effort to incorporate the mission of our school in every aspect of what we do," remarks Cournia. "Through this focus, we foster within students a holistic view of their place in creation, and encourage them to be engaged stewards of and active citizens in their world, equipping them to be leaders in creating a sustainable future."
All Jesuit students take classes to challenge their understanding of social literacy and, through the school's Christian Service program, spend a minimum of 65 hours (per student) with a marginalized population. The students leave their experience viewing the world in a new, global light.

"Jesuit's focus on STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) has increased greatly over the last 10 years," says Cournia. "We believe that a strong STEM background, combined with a student's application of civic engagement knowledge and understanding of sustainability issues, creates men and women for others who will go out and change their communities for the better."

"These schools have made a commitment to environmental stewardship, student and staff health, and integrating sustainability into both their instruction and their daily practice," said Deputy Superintendent Rob Saxton. "Our schools can play an important role in fostering an early commitment to living in a socially and environmentally sustainable way, and I am proud to join in recognizing Jackson, Meriwether Lewis, Oak Creek, and Jesuit for their leadership in this area."

"I applaud the work these schools have done, which benefits their students and communities," said Sustainable Oregon Schools Initiative (SOSI) Executive Director Lori Stole.

The awards will be presented on June 25, 2013 at West Linn's Trillium Creek Primary School at the Sustainable Schools - Sustainable Solutions Conference.

The Oregon Sustainable School Awards are offered as a joint project of the Oregon Department of Education and the Sustainable Oregon Schools Initiative (SOSI). This award program is part of a dual application that also includes the U.S. Department of Education Green Ribbon School Recognition Program.

The Sustainable Oregon Schools Initiative (SOSI) facilitates the integration of economically, socially, and environmentally sustainable concepts and practices into all educational and operational activities of our K-12 school system so that schools and communities are able to prepare our children to create and succeed in a sustainable future. SOSI is coordinated by the Sustainable Schools Collaborative.

For further details about the awards presentation event, Sustainable Schools - Sustainable Solutions Conference, or the U.S. Department of Education Green Ribbon School Awards visit www.sustainableschools.org or contact Lori Stole, lstole@sustainableschools.org, SOSI.

About Jesuit High School: Founded in 1956 by the Society of Jesus, Jesuit High School is Oregon's only secondary school in the Ignatian tradition of excellence in education. Our 1,270 students represent a diverse mix of young men and women from the Portland metro area and southwest Washington.

Jesuit High School's mission is to educate "men and women for others." Our graduates are leaders who are religious, loving, intellectually competent, committed to doing justice, and open to growth. Jesuit is the recipient of two U.S. Department of Education Blue Ribbon School of Excellence Awards and nine Oregonian Cup Awards for outstanding achievement in academics, school activities, athletics, and sportsmanship. More information can be found online at www.jesuitportland.org.


Attached Media Files: Teacher Jennie Cournia (right) and students (left to right) Isabel Klein '15, Mariel Klein '13 and Jillian Robinson '13 at the Oregon Green Schools Conference

Children's Center hosted its seventh annual Champions for Children Luncheon on Wednesday, May 8th, at The Oregon Golf Club (25700 SW Pete's Mountain Road, in West Linn). This signature Children's Center event drew a crowd of over 400 people and raised more than $75,000 to support the Center's services for abused and neglected children.

Tracy Barry of KGW Northwest NewsChannel 8 emceed the afternoon's program, which included a speech by abuse survivor and CEO of Morrison Child and Family Services, Drew McWilliams. Children's Center Executive Director Barbara Peschiera also gave remarks.

Silver level sponsors of the event were World Wings International and Impac Mortgage. Bob's Red Mill presented a challenge to guests at the event, offering to match the first month's donation of all new monthly donors, known as Monthly Champions.

"Monthly Champions are valuable partners at Children's Center as they allow us to focus on our mission, plan for the future, and spend our resources wisely," Peschiera stated. "As Drew said, kids need champions and a place to tell their story. Support from the luncheon ensures we're available to help."

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Founded in 2002, Children's Center, a 501c3 non-profit organization, is Clackamas County's sole agency providing medical assessments, forensic interviews and family support services to children who are suspected to be victims of child abuse and neglect. Learn more at www.childrenscenter.cc.

The Marion County Sheriff's Office Traffic Safety Team (TST) will be joining law enforcement agencies throughout the state in the "Click It or Ticket" campaign conducted May 20th through June 2nd.

Traffic Safety team members will be focusing on violations associated with motor vehicle crashes. Three prevalent violations that cause injuries and deaths are excessive speed, failure to use safety restraints and driving while distracted.

On Friday, May 24th, between 8:00am and 12:00noon, TST deputies will conduct a seatbelt safety enforcement blitz in the area of Silverton Rd and Lancaster Drive NE in Salem. We want to urge all drivers to use their safety belts and to focus on safe driving by removing distractions like cell phone texting and checking email.

TST Supervisor Sergeant Craig Cunningham added, "As we move into the summer months, we'll see an increase in warmer weather and recreating. I want to remind drivers of the dangers of not requiring all passengers in the vehicle to wear a safety belt. I encourage drivers to buckle up, focus on the task of driving and eliminate distracting behaviors in their vehicles."


Attached Media Files: Click It or Ticket

The Executive Committee of the Oregon State Library Board of Trustees will meet in Room 205 at the Oregon State Library on Tuesday May 28, 2013. Sam Hall of Salem will chair the meeting, which will begin at 1:00 p.m.

Members of the public who wish to attend the meeting may come to Room 205 at the State Library.

Sign language interpretation will be provided for the public if requested prior to 48 hours before the meeting; notice prior to 72 hours before the meeting is preferred. Handouts of meeting materials may also be requested in alternate formats prior to 72 hours before the meeting. Requests may be made to Jessica Rondema at 503-378-2464.

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OREGON STATE LIBRARY BOARD OF TRUSTEES
EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE MEETING
May 28, 2013
1:00 p.m.
Room 205, State Library
Sam Hall, Chair

Agenda

1:00 p.m. Report of the State Librarian Dahlgreen

1:30 Approval of the Board Agenda for June 21, 2013 Hall

1:45 Other business Hall

Noon Adjournment Hall


NOTE: The times of all agenda items are approximate and subject to change.

Kelso- Cowlitz 2 Fire & Rescue Fire Chief Dave LaFave reaches 30 years in the fire service serving the community.

LaFave began his fire service career with Cowlitz 2 Fire & Rescue as a volunteer in 1983 and was hired full time as a firefighter/EMT in March 1986 and served in operations for most of his career. In November 2000, Dave LaFave was promoted from Deputy Chief of Operations to Fire Chief.

In addition to his structural firefighting and EMS responsibilities, he has been involved in wildland firefighting and disaster response his entire career. He has qualified and performed on numerous conflagration fires at all NWCG operational line levels up to and including Incident Commander (IC) Type 1, which is the highest and most complex level of management.

Chief LaFave has been involved in the management of various types of emergencies including floods, landslides, natural gas pipeline explosions, major haz-mat events and wildfires as far away as California and Virginia. He also responded for relief missions to Hurricane Katrina as the IC for WA-IMT #3. He served as a reserve police officer and participated with the local drug task force and performed arson investigation including arrest and prosecution within Cowlitz County.

He is involved on many boards and committees including the Board for the Washington State Association of Fire Chiefs, PNWCG Steering Committee, Cowlitz County Guidance Association Board of Directors and Washington State Fire Defense Committee. He is also an active local volunteer in civic organizations including Kelso Rotary.

LaFave holds an Associates Degree of Applied Science in Fire Protection from Portland Community College and is a graduate of the National Fire Academy Executive Fire Officer Program. Currently, he is working towards his Bachelor's Degree in Fire Administration. Dave is also an approved instructor through the US Fire Administration for All Hazard Incident Management Team training and numerous ICS functional positions. He has a strong background in Leadership and Organizational Development and provides presentations and consulting nationwide.

Longview Fire Chief and long time friend Phil Jurmu comments on LaFave, "Dave has always been someone that I can personally depend upon. When any situation develops he has always been ready to apply a steadying hand. He has traveled across the United States assisting many localities in response and recovery of many disasters. He has the unique ability to bring focus to complex events and get teams of people moving in the same direction toward a common goal. I have a great level of respect for him and not only count him as a peer but also as a friend."

Kelso Police Chief Andrew Hamilton adds, "When I was a young officer I worked with Dave who was a Kelso Police Reserve and Cowlitz 2 Driver. Having watched his climb to the Chief position to be ranked as an expert on a national level has been inspiring."

Chief LaFave is married to Amy and has three children, Lacey, Jake and Ryan. He enjoys hunting, military history and farming as well as working with heavy equipment and logging.

Other employees of Cowlitz 2 Fire & Rescue recently recognized for their years of service at a department function include: Dustin Nunes, FF/Paramedic (5 years), Ryan Satcher, FF/EMT (5), David Green, FF/EMT/Mechanic (5), Bryan Ditterick, FF/EMT (5), Kurt Stich, Lieutenant/Paramedic (10), James Graham, Captain/EMT (15), Jason Sanders, Lieutenant/EMT (15), Jeremy Huff, Lieutenant/Paramedic (15), Neil Agren, FF/Paramedic (15), Michael Turner, FF/Paramedic (15), Dave Cooper, FF/Paramedic (15), Ryan Fisher, FF/EMT (15), Travis McWain, Lieutenant/EMT (20), Darryl Arrera, Lieutenant/EMT (20), Gregg Helem, FF/Paramedic (25).


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Portland, OR - The Oregon Parks and Recreation Department (OPRD) will take comments on the draft 2013-2017 Statewide Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan (SCORP) at a public meeting to be held Thursday, May 30 from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Tryon Creek State Natural Area Visitor Center (located at 11321 SW Terwilliger Blvd. in Portland).

States are required to develop SCORPs to be eligible for matching grants from the federal Land and Water Conservation Fund program. In addition to satisfying grant requirements, the plan's purpose is to guide recreation providers such as federal, state, and local units of government, as well as the private sector, in making policy and planning decisions.

The plan is also used to develop criteria for OPRD-administered grant programs and recommendations for state park system operations, administration, planning, and recreation programs.

The SCORP document, entitled Ensuring Oregon's Outdoor Legacy, is available for review in advance of the meeting online at http://tinyurl.com/cjeh3gu. OPRD will accept comments on the draft until May 31; they can be submitted online or via email to scorp.comments@state.or.us. Written comments can be sent Attn: Terry Bergerson to Oregon Parks and Recreation Department, 725 Summer Street NE Suite C, Salem, OR 97301-127.

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Zion Brooks, a fifth grader at Linwood Elementary, got a big surprise at a school assembly on Thursday, when the Oregon State Police and Milwaukie Police Chief Bob Jordan presented her with an award for her art work, which won a state poster contest to raise awareness of Missing Children's Day.

The officials also read a letter of congratulations from Governor John Kitzhaber. He wrote, "Missing and at-risk youth is a serious issue. Raising awareness here in Oregon is an important first step to keeping kids safe, and I commend you on helping to ensure that communities across the state are part of the solution."

Zion's poster will be sent to Washington, D.C. for judging at the national level.


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A motor vehicle crash Saturday, May 18, 2013, has taken the life of a 17 year old Dundee teenager.

At approximately 5:15 p.m. Alex Neel Weiler, of 949 7th St, Dundee, lost control of his family's 2001 Chevrolet Suburban on NE Fox Farm Road near NE Hidden Springs Road in rural Dundee.

Witnesses reported hearing and seeing the vehicle lose control as it attempted to negotiate a sharp left hand corner and then impact a tree. Witnesses, a passerby and a Newberg/Dundee Police Officer arrived on scene within minutes and reported smoke and fire coming from the vehicle. Attempts were made to get the teenage driver out of the vehicle however; their efforts were defeated by intense heat, smoke and flames.

Yamhill County Sheriff Jack Crabtree stated that speed, and slick road conditions a result of recent rains were most likely causal factors in the crash.

The Yamhill County Sheriff's Office was assisted at the scene by the Newberg-Dundee Police Department, Newberg & Dundee Fire Departments, the Oregon State Police, and the Yamhill County Crimes Victim Advocate..

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Members of the media seeking further information may contact Yamhill County Sheriff's Office, Captain Tim Svenson 503 434-7440

Families seeking an educational music camp for their elementary student will find what they're looking for at Rex Putnam High School. The program, for students entering grades 1 to 5, runs from 9 a.m. to noon on June 17 to 21.

The camp, run by the school choir program, will focus on songs from the Wizard of Oz. It will give kids the opportunity to participate in four rotations each day: two music learning periods with choir director Erika Lockwood and another high school teacher, one period watching the movie The Wizard of Oz, and a period of music theory, with the opportunity to learn note names, solfege and other skills appropriate to the student's grade level.

The cost for the camp is $60 for those who register by May 24, and $70 for those who register after that date. Some scholarships are available to families who cannot afford the fee. The price includes music, a t-shirt, lunch on the last day, and a performance on June 21. To register or to request a scholarship, contact Alec Martinez at martinezal@nclack.org.

Clackamas High School and the Jacob Arntson Memorial Fund have established the Jake Arntson "Teammate of the Year" Scholarship.

The scholarship honors the memory of 7-year-old Jake Arntson, who died in a car accident on New Year's Eve. His father John Arntson is a teacher and baseball coach at Clackamas High.

"In the spirit of Jake, we want to make 'the best day' for a Clackamas High School senior," said Athletic Director Jeff Erdman. "Each year, the scholarship will recognize a senior athlete from Clackamas High School who demonstrates the qualities of the best teammate by showing kindness, enthusiasm, and selflessness. We are swinging for the fence and asking the Clackamas High community and others to donate and to fill an envelope. No donation is too small."

Tax deductible contributions can be sent to:
CHS Jake Arntson Teammate of the Year Scholarship Fund
Clackamas High School
14486 SE 122nd Ave.
Clackamas, OR 97015

To receive a receipt, donors should include their name, mailing address, and email address, and indicate whether they would like to be notified each year about the opportunity to contribute to the scholarship.

The Mike Nelson Golf Party benefits the Lunch Buddies mentor program in North Clackamas elementary schools. The annual fundraiser honors the memory of a long time volunteer of the program.

The event is planned for Saturday, June 22, at Resort at the Mountain in Welches. The cost is $110 per person or $440 per foursome, including 18 holes with a golf cart, a drink, and lunch. Register at www.mnmgolfparty.com. For more information, call Kerry Belle-Isle at 503-750-8546.

To volunteer with the Lunch Buddy program next fall, call Linda Parsons at 503-353-5663.

An 18-year-old girl in the care of the Oregon Youth Authority (OYA) finished first in a national poetry contest, with poems by three other at-risk youth in the agency's custody tying for third place.

Brianna Nicole Ireland's poem, "Hell's Angel," took top honors at Words Unlocked (http://www.ceeas.org/?p=2038) a competition sponsored by the Center for Educational Excellence in Alternative Settings (http://www.ceeas.org/). Chelsea Clinton was among four judges who ranked Ireland's poem first out of more than a thousand entries nationwide. Ireland's hometown is Eugene, Ore.

Poems by three other OYA youth tied for third place: "As the Grass Grows" by Stephen Jerome Fowler, 21 (hometown: Portland, Ore.); "Tell Me About Me" by Angela Denise Miller, 19 (hometown: Salem, Ore.); and "Split Personality" by Angel Whisper, 19 (hometown: Springfield, Ore.).

Ireland, Miller and Whisper are held at the all-girls Oak Creek Youth Correctional Facility (YCF) in Albany and Fowler is at MacLaren YCF in Woodburn. A total of 16 OYA youth submitted poems for the competition.

"The outcome of this competition proves what we already know about many of our kids: That their creativity, imagination and drive are not diminished because they are incarcerated," said OYA Director Fariborz Pakseresht. "It also proves that we have some of the best educational programs among juvenile justice agencies in the country, staffed by some of the most dedicated and resourceful instructors and principals who teach and mentor at-risk youth. On behalf of everyone at OYA, I congratulate Brianna, Stephen, Angela, Angel and the other youth who submitted poems. They are all winners."

April was National Poetry Month and entries for Words Unlocked were due May 3. Senior staff from OYA headquarters in Salem notified the youth in person last week. Youth in more than 40 correctional facilities throughout the U.S. participated in the competition.

"We have been overwhelmed both by the number students who submitted poems and the quality and honesty of their works," said David Domenici, CEEAS executive director. "We are proud of the students in OYA facilities who participated in the initiative, and we deeply appreciate the support that the adults--teachers, principals, and OYA leadership--showed by encouraging the students to participate and express themselves."

In addition to Clinton, judges for the competition included Bryonn Bain, R. Dwayne Betts and John Blake. CEEAS will award Ireland $100 and the third place finishers $25 each. All top finishers will also receive certificates, publication of their works in the first annual Words Unlocked poetry anthology, and a signed copy of A Question of Freedom: A Memoir of Learning, Survival, and Coming of Age in Prison by Betts.

Click here (http://wordsunlocked.wikispaces.com/WINNERS) to read the top-ranked poems.

NOTE: Reporters may submit requests to interview the OYA youth who wrote the poems to C. J. Drake at CJ.Drake@oya.state.or.us or at 503-385-5899. Youth may be interviewed only with their consent. Because they are in correctional facilities, their availability to conduct interviews is limited and must be scheduled in advance at OYA's discretion.

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The Oregon Youth Authority is the state's juvenile justice agency, reducing victimization by helping at-risk young people lead productive, crime-free lives. Learn more at www.oregon.gov/oya and follow us on Twitter at www.twitter.com/oregonyouth.

The purpose of the Center for Educational Excellence in Alternative Settings is to maximize teaching and learning in alternative schools. Its mission is to help alternative schools--in community settings and in locked facilities--implement transformational, student-focused practices, designed to significantly improve the life chances of the students they serve. Learn more at www.ceeas.org.

Firefighters were dispatched to an apartment fire this evening (2545 SW Terwilliger Blvd.) at The Terwilliger Plaza Apartments... a continuing care retirement community, at 7:14 pm. Station 4 (Portland State) arrived first and quickly verified that all occupants were out of the unit. Additional stations responded to secure the lobby, ventilate the building, and help evacuate the building if needed. Fire crews put the fire out within minutes and no one was injured.

Portland Fire & Rescue would like to remind all that cooking is the leading cause of home fires in the U.S.

-Keep dishtowels, paper towels, pot holders, and combustible items away from stove burners.

-When cooking, stay in the kitchen and keep an eye on the stove.

-Don't wear loose sleeves over hot stove burners - they can melt, ignite, or catch on handles of pots and pans

-If a cooking fire starts, smother it with a pot lid. Never throw water on a grease fire, and do NOT try to pick up the pan.

Sheriff Jack Crabtree of the Yamhill County Sheriff's Office announced today that his office will join with other law enforcement agencies state wide May 20th through June 2nd to encourage the use of safety belts and child restraints as the simplest and most effective way to prevent crash related injuries and fatalities.

Sheriff Crabtree says, "According to the Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT), unrestrained occupants are five times more likely to be ejected out of a vehicle than those who are restrained. They can also be thrown against other passengers and injure them during a crash or sharp swerve. Risk of ejection is greatest in rollover crashes and is the principal reason that minors are prohibited from riding in an open bed of a pickup truck. Odds of surviving ejection are estimated at one and four."

"Proper use" is required by Oregon law and that means using the entire belt system, lap belt low across the hips and shoulder belt over the collarbone and crossing the center of the chest. Belts should be free of slack and lying flat with no twists or knots. The belt may not be worn under the arm for comfort as this can result in serious injury or death in a traffic crash. A child who weighs over forty pounds but is under age eight or is shorter than 4'9" tall must be properly secured with a child safety system that elevates them so that a safety belt or safety harness properly fits the person. The child safety system must meet the minimum standards and specifications established by the Department of Transportation under ORS 815.055.

The Oregon Department of Transportation wants to remind drivers of the latest national "best practice" recommendations for child passenger safety. The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) announced new recommendations in 2011, which advises parents to keep toddlers in rear-facing car seats until age two or until they reach the maximum upper height and weight limits for their seat. The policy also advises that most children should ride in a booster seat until they are 4'9" tall and are between eight and twelve years old.

The Child Safety Seat Resource Center will be conducting a Safety Clinic at the Newberg Fire Department on Saturday, June 1, 2013, from 9:00 am to 11:00 am. Certified Child Passenger Safety Technicians and trained volunteers will check for correct installation, damage, recalls and size and age appropriateness. For more information please call the Newberg Fire Department at (503) 537-1230 or visit www.newbergoregon.gov/fire/child-safety-seat-inspections or The Child Safety Seat Resource Center at 877-793-2608 or visit www.childsafetyseat.org.

Violations for not using or improperly using a safety belt, child safety seat or booster seat could cost as much as $110.00 per violation.

Oregon State Police (OSP) is continuing the investigation into a single vehicle fatal traffic crash reported Sunday morning off Highway 226 east of Scio. The adult male victim's name is released in this update.

According to Sergeant Vonn Schleicher, on May 19, 2013 at approximately 11:24 a.m., OSP troopers from the Albany Area Command office responded to report of a single vehicle over an embankment along Highway 226 near Shindler Bridge Drive around milepost 14. A vehicle was found by an area resident on its top along Thomas Creek riverbank off the highway with a deceased adult male inside.

The victim is identified as BRIAN DAVID MARLER, age 49, from Scio.

For an unknown reason, the vehicle left the roadway and overturned. The cause is still under investigation.

OSP was assisted at the scene by Scio Rural Fire Department, Linn County Sheriff's Office, and Linn County District Attorney's Office.

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Deputies from the Multnomah County Sheriff's Office will be participating in the upcoming nationwide "Click It Or Ticket" seat belt enforcement blitz between May 20th and June 2nd, 2013. MCSO will be joining other Sheriff's Offices from all across Oregon in an effort to increase seat belt usage and reduce injury traffic crashes during this period.

While Oregon has the second highest safety belt use among U.S. states (97%), there were still 61 motor vehicle fatalities related to unbelted passengers in 2012. 49 of the 61 fatalities were passengers riding in pick-ups. Studies have shown that unrestrained motor vehicle occupants are five times more likely to be ejected out of their vehicle during a crash than those who are restrained.

MCSO deputies will also be checking child passengers to make sure they are properly restrained. There were 1,038 child passengers under age 4 injured in Oregon traffic crashes in 2012. One-third of these children were improperly restrained, or were not restrained at all. Oregon law requires all child passengers under 40 pounds be restrained in a child safety seat. A child under one year of age, or weighing less than 20 pounds must be restrained in a rear-facing child seat. A child over 40 pounds, or who has reached the maximum weight limit on their forward-facing child seat must use a booster seat until they are 4'9".

The minimum fines for anyone cited for Failing to Use a Safety Belt in Oregon is $110.

At 10:00am disaster volunteers assisted 4 adults, 1 dog and 2 cats that were displaced by a fire that occurred in the 9000 block of N. Oswego. The Red Cross provided lodging, food, clothing, shoes, comfort kits, and information about health and mental health services .

Disaster volunteers from the Red Cross responded to a single family fire in the 400 block of W. Burnett in Stayton. The Red Cross provided food, clothing, shoes, infant supplies including a crib, linens, comfort kits and information about health and mental health services for 3 adults and 2 children.

SALEM, Ore. - The winners of the Region VI Best Warrior Competition were announced at a ceremony, May 16, at Camp Rilea, Ore. Sgt. First Class Jeremy Carver, Oregon Army National Guard Recruiting and Retention Battalion, won Non-commissioned Officer of the year and Specialist Benjamin Herrman, 3670th Maintenance Co. Oregon Army National Guard, won Soldier of the Year.

13 Citizen-Soldiers from eight states participated in the regional competition.

Competition events included, but were not limited to; rappelling, rifle marksmanship, physical fitness testing, obstacle course, and Soldier knowledge evaluation boards.

The Best Warrior Challenge pit Army National Guard Soldiers from Alaska, Idaho, Montana, North Dakota, South Dakota, Washington, Wyoming and Oregon, against each other during this grueling 4 day event. Winners of this competition will advance to a National competition later this year.

"It's a great day to be in the Oregon National Guard," said State Command Sgt. Maj. Shane Lake, "Every competitor proved their grit during this competition. They truly embody the spirit of the Citizen-Soldier."

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Sgt. Ernesto A. Ventura, from the Alaska Army National Guard, rappels off a tower, during an event at Camp Rilea, in Warrenton Ore., as part of the Region 6 Best Warrior Competition, May 15. The Region 6 Best Warrior Competition involved 13 service members from Alaska, Idaho, Montana, North Dakota, South Dakota, Washington, Wyoming and Oregon, vying for the opportunity to go on to the national competition. Photo by Sgt. Betty Boyce, Joint Force Headquarters Public Affairs, Oregon Army National Guard.

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The Region VI Best Warrior Competition competitors and their sponsors pose for a group photo, just prior to leaving in the CH-47 Chinook helicopter, May, 14. The Region VI Best Warrior Competition involved 13 service members from Alaska, Idaho, Montana, North Dakota, South Dakota, Washington, Wyoming and Oregon, vying for the opportunity to go on to the national competition. Photo by Sgt. Betty Boyce, Joint Force Headquarters Public Affairs, Oregon Army National Guard.

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Competitors in the Region VI Best Warrior Competition, hosted by the Oregon Army National Guard, begin a vigorous 5 mile ruck march, at the Umatilla Army Depot, Umatilla Ore. May, 14. The Region VI Best Warrior Competition involved 13 service members from Alaska, Idaho, Montana, North Dakota, South Dakota, Washington, Wyoming and Oregon, vying for the opportunity to go on to the national competition. Photo by Sgt. Betty Boyce, Joint Force Headquarters Public Affairs, Oregon Army National Guard.

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Spc. Benjamin S. Herrmann, Oregon Army National Guard, emerges from the water after high crawling approx. 20 yards through the surf, while completing in the Region VI Best Warrior Competition, at Camp Rilea, Warrenton Ore. May, 16. The Region VI Best Warrior Competition involved 13 service members from Alaska, Idaho, Montana, North Dakota, South Dakota, Washington, Wyoming and Oregon, vying for the opportunity to go on to the national competition. Photo by Sgt. Betty Boyce, Joint Force Headquarters Public Affairs, Oregon Army National Guard.

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Spc. James R. Furry, South Dakota Army National Guard, exits a building during an event in the Region VI Best Warrior Competition, at Camp Rilea, Warrenton Ore. May, 16. The Region VI Best Warrior Competition involved 13 service members from Alaska, Idaho, Montana, North Dakota, South Dakota, Washington, Wyoming and Oregon, vying for the opportunity to go on to the national competition. Photo by Sgt. Betty Boyce, Joint Force Headquarters Public Affairs, Oregon Army National Guard.


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"Kids" Reported Running in Traffic on SE King Road; Detained by Milwaukie Police.

Milwaukie Police Officer Crystal Hill assisted in rounding up two baby goats reported to be running amok in traffic near the 5100 block of SE King Road in Milwaukie.

The kids were herded into a nearby yard and subsequently taken into protective custody. Both were detained at the police department. A short time later the owners contacted police, saying they had acquired the new pets yesterday, and just discovered they had absconded from the yard.


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Firefighters were dispatched to a house fire (5116 SE Knight) at 3:34 this morning. Engines 11, 20, 9, and 19 were on the initial response along with Truck 25. The house was quickly filling up with smoke when they arrived and both occupants were outside. One of the occupants was treated for minor injuries and was not transported. The cause of the fire was determined to be electrical and damage was estimated at $5,000. There were no other injuries.

Later (8:25 am), fire crews were dispatched to another house fire (9005 N. Oswego Ave.). Station 22 (St. Johns), which has a fire engine and a truck, arrived to a "fully involved house", said Fire Lieutenant Stew White. Firefighters decided to make a transitional attack.... fighting the fire from the outside initially, and then going into the structure to put out the remaining hot spots. Engine 26 (Portsmouth), Engine 8 (Kenton) and Engine 24 (Swan Island) were also on the initial response. Truck 8 and Station 10(Burlingame) were also dispatched to assist with firefighter efforts.

All occupants were accounted for, including the family pets.... a cat and a dog. "Whenever there is that much fire.. ", says Firefighter Kelly Ekhoff, "our first thought is making sure everyone is out of the house".

Fire investigators are on scene to determine the cause of this fire and assess a damage estimate. No one was injured at this incident. Fire photos are from the Oswego fire and are courtesy of Greg Muhr (PF&R).


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This morning, Sunday May 19, 2013, at approximately 2:15 a.m., Central Precinct officers patrolling the Entertainment District heard multiple gunshots coming from the area of Northwest 4th Avenue and Everett Street.

Officers arrived in the area but did not find any victims or suspects at the scene. Officers did locate evidence of gunfire and based on preliminary information, called for the Gang Enforcement Team to respond.

Anyone with information about this shooting is asked to contact the Gang Enforcement Team at (503) 823-4106.

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Red Cross Disaster Volunteers assisted 2 adults displaced by a fire in the 5000 block of SE Knight. The Red Cross provided lodging, food, clothing, comfort kits, health services and information about disaster mental health and health services support.

May 18, 2013--Washington County Deputies capture a man who is believed to have committed two bank robberies in Washington County. He was captured as he was preparing to commit a third robbery.

On May 17, 2013, at about 11:11 a.m., Sheriff's Deputies were called to the Umpqua Bank located at 7365 NW Barnes Road concerning a suspicious person. Bank employees reported a black BMW driven by a man with a mask and gloves on had circled the parking lot a few times then would speed away. They reported this is the same type of vehicle that was used in a December 6, 2012 robbery of their bank. An assault rifle was displayed during the December 2012 robbery.

Multiple Sheriff's Deputies converged to the area but they were unable to locate the vehicle. Investigators were becoming concerned as the bank robber seemed to become more brazen and they were fearful for the safety of the bank employees and other citizens.

Today, May 18, 2013, at about 9:39 a.m., Sheriff's Deputies were called to the Chase Bank located at 7515 NW Barnes Road concerning a suspicious person. Chase Bank employees reported seeing a black BMW matching the description from the Umpqua Bank the day before drive into their parking lot. This is also the type of vehicle that was used to rob the Chase Bank back on October 11, 2012. No weapon was displayed during the October robbery.

The two banks are located across the street from each other in the same business complex on NW Barnes Road in the community of West Haven, an area of the Enhanced Sheriff's Patrol District (ESPD).

Multiple Sheriff's Deputies again converged to the area to locate the BMW. A Traffic Safety Team Deputy riding a motorcycle spotted the BMW on NW Barnes Road as it sped down NW 84th Avenue in an apparent attempt to avoid apprehension. The BMW stopped as it reached a dead-end road. The driver, Bradley Houtman, 25, was detained without incident. Sheriff's Deputies found a significant amount of evidence including an assault rifle inside the vehicle.

Washington County Violent Crimes Detectives began assisting with the investigation. Sheriff's Detectives processed the evidence and conducted thorough interviews. Washington County Sheriff's Detectives believe Mr. Houtman is the person responsible for the October and December 2012 bank robberies. They also believe Mr. Houtman was preparing to commit a third bank robbery. Detectives believe Mr. Houtman would place a stolen Oregon license plate on his vehicle, rob the banks, and then remove the license plate. Bradley Houtman is originally from Minnesota although he has recently been living at an apartment on NW Miller Road that is close to the banks that were robbed.

Bradley Houtman was lodged in the Washington County Jail where he is held without bail facing federal charges for Bank Robbery.


Attached Media Files: ARRESTED

May 18, 2013--Sheriff's Deputies respond to a crash where a 23-year-old woman was struck by a vehicle while she was walking in the roadway. The woman did not survive her injuries.

On May 18, 2013, at 12:10 a.m., Washington County Deputy Sheriff's Deputies were called to SW Hillsboro Highway (Hwy 219) south of SW Burkhalter Road concerning a person that was reportedly walking in the road hitchhiking. This is a dark rural area on a 55mph road in the community of Farmington.

As Sheriff's Deputies were traveling to the area, another person called seven minutes after the initial call and said that he had struck a person with his vehicle in the same location. Deputies arrived and discovered there was a female that had apparently been walking north in the middle of the northbound lane when she was struck by a northbound vehicle. The woman was wearing all black clothing.

Sheriff's Deputies found that Melissa Bernard, 23 from Portland, was off the right side of the road and pronounced deceased at the scene. Deputies learned that Owen Moyco, 42 from Cornelius, struck Ms. Bernard with his 2004 Kia Sedona mini van. Mister Moyco said he was driving about 55mph when, at the last second, he saw Ms. Bernard in front of him. He told deputies he tried to swerve around her but there was a vehicle driving toward him in the opposite direction and he was unable to avoid hitting Ms. Bernard.

Mister Moyco was not injured in the crash. No charges are anticipated in this case.

The Washington County Crash Analysis Reconstruction Team assisted in the investigation. Southwest Hillsboro Highway was closed for about three hours to complete the investigation.


Attached Media Files: Vehicle involved in crash

Monday, May 20th, 2013, American Medical Response Portland Operations will host a dual celebration to honor National Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Week (May 19-25) and AMR's 100th anniversary of ambulance service to the Portland Metropolitan area. Media and special guests from the region are invited to attend the Centennial Open House to be held from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm.

In 1913 Ben Buck and Frank Sheperd were founding owners of AMR's earliest predecessor company Oregon Ambulance Service -which was renamed to Buck Ambulance in 1924. After Ben Buck's retirement in 1949, son Barney Buck and family ran the ambulance operations. Buck Ambulance led the nation in innovations in patient care including: carrying oxygen (1943), two-way radios (1948), first aid kits, and was the first ambulance service in the nation to save a cardiac arrest patient (as part of the Coronary Ambulance Project in 1969). Since 1913, AMR and its predecessor companies have provided emergency medical services and medical transportation in Oregon and SW Washington.

AMR's Portland Operations will showcase historical ambulance memorabilia and antique ambulances (1923 Dodge and 1947 Cadillac) alongside today's state of the art ambulances and the latest in prehospital medical care technologies.

This year's EMS Week theme is "EMS: One mission One team." National EMS Week brings together local communities and medical personnel to publicize safety and honor the dedication of those who provide the day-to-day lifesaving services of medicine's "front line." AMR honors a century of innovation and excellence by the companies and employees that came together to form AMR Northwest: Oregon Ambulance Service, Buck Ambulance, Willamette Falls Ambulnace, American Ambulance, Alpine Ambulnace, AA Ambulance, MEDIX Ambulance, and Care Ambulance. AMR plans a number of employee recognition events throughout EMS week.

What: AMR Centennial Open House and EMS Week Celebration
Where: AMR Portland Operations
1 SE Second Avenue, Portland, Oregon 97214
When: 10:00 am to 2:00 pm
10:30 am - special appearance by Buck Family


Attached Media Files: 2013-05/562/64407/051713_AMR_Celebrates_EMS_Week_-_Centennial_Open_House.docx

Disaster Volunteers from the Red Cross responded to assist 3 adults affected by a single family fire that took place in the 1400 block of SE 89th. The Red Cross provided food, clothing, shoes, bedding, linens, comfort kits and information about health and mental health services.

At 10:34pm Portland Fire & Rescue responded to a house fire at 1422 SE 86th Ave. Engine 19 (Mt. Tabor) arrived at 10:39pm and found smoke coming from all visible windows of the 1 Â1/2 story house. Fire crews began to attack the blaze from inside the structure when an event called flashover occurred. A flashover is when all of the combustible materials in an involved area reach their ignition temperature and catch fire simultaneously. This forced fire crews to exit the structure and extinguish much of the fire from the exterior. Crews were then able to re-enter the house and put the remainder of the fire out. A truck crew was placed on the roof to cut holes in order to release smoke and fire gasses from inside the building.

An additional truck and engine company were called to the scene because of the size of the fire and the number of stories involved. Fire crews were able to rescue a small dog that was hiding in a bathroom and it appeared unharmed.

The fire was brought under control at 11:25pm and crews remain on scene mopping up. There were no injuries reported at this fire. The cause of the fire and damage estimates are currently under investigation and updates will be given as soon as they become available.

At 11:48pm Portland Fire & Rescue responded to a second house fire at 5282 N Yale St. Engine 26 (Portsmouth/University Park) arrived three minutes later (11:51pm) and found fire on a back porch that had extended inside the house. Engine 26 extinguished the fire while additional fire crews conducted a search for possible victims and checked for fire extension inside ceilings and walls. A truck crew was placed on the roof to cut holes in order to release smoke and fire gasses from inside the building.

The fire was brought under control at 12:20am and crews remain on scene mopping up. There were no injuries reported at this fire. The cause of the fire and damage estimates are currently under investigation and updates will be given as soon as they become available.

Photos are from the 1422 SE 86th Ave. house fire and are courtesy of PF&R Photographer Dick Harris.


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- Endorsement supports city's $10 million TIGER grant application -

On May 15, the Oregon Transportation Commission (OTC) boosted efforts to improve Canyon Road in Beaverton's downtown. The commission voted to designate Beaverton's Canyon Road Safety and Complete Corridor project as one of eight statewide priority projects for the 2013 round of Transportation Investment Generating Economic Recovery (TIGER V) grants.

TIGER is a highly competitive transportation grant program of the United States Department of Transportation. The city is applying for a $10 million TIGER grant for the Canyon Road project.

Canyon Road is an outmoded state highway with numerous safety issues in the heart of downtown Beaverton. The city is working with the Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT) and other partners to design a set of improvements for pedestrian and driver safety, storm water quality, street lighting, and transit users on Canyon Road (OR-8, between Hocken and 117th Avenues).

The project is a major part of a planning effort funded by a $1 million US HUD Sustainable Communities Challenge Grant to revitalize downtown Beaverton. Fixing Canyon Road was a recommendation of Beaverton's recently adopted Community Vision and Civic Plan.

"We are thrilled with this endorsement and the state's commitment to help us make these critical improvements in our downtown," said Mayor Denny Doyle, who attended the OTC meeting in Salem. "It is so gratifying to see the hard work our community has put into revitalizing Canyon Road. Such strong state, regional and local support helps position the city well in this national competition for federal dollars."

TIGER applications are due on June 3 and awards will be announced fall 2013. Portland-Metro region has received two TIGER grants in the past, one for the reconstruction of SW Moody Avenue in Portland's South Waterfront District and another to help fund the replacement of the Sellwood Bridge.

For more information, please contact Laura Kelly, senior planner, at 503-526-2548.

In 2013, Beaverton was again recognized as the safest city in Oregon. Since 2007, Beaverton has been named one of the safest cities in the Northwest. In 2012, the city was awarded the Mayors' Climate Protection Award from the U.S. Conference of Mayors. It was one of just four cities of its size recently recognized as a "Smarter City" energy leader by the Natural Resources Defense Council and one of the 100 Best Places to Live in America by Money magazine. In addition, Beaverton was named one of the best places to raise kids by BusinessWeek magazine, an All-America City finalist, as one of the top 25 Suburbs for Retirement by Forbes.com, one of the 100 Best Walking Cities in America by Prevention magazine, the Recycler of the Year from the Association of Oregon Recyclers, a Tree City USA by the Arbor Day Foundation, a Bronze Award Bicycle Friendly Community designation by the League of American Bicyclists and as one of the Environmental Protection Agency's Green Power Communities, the Beaverton Community Vision program was named Public Involvement Project of the Year--Best Planning Project by the International Association of Public Participation (IAP2) Cascade Chapter. Beaverton also enjoys one of the most diverse populations in Oregon. For more information, please visit www.BeavertonOregon.gov or follow us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/CityofBeaverton.

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Attached Media Files: Both the city’s Community Vision and Civic Plans have called for addressing safety issues on Canyon Road. Today, the city is seeking federal funds to help move the Canyon Road project forward. Pictured: Canyon Road of the future. , The Oregon Transportation Commission recently voted to designate Beaverton’s Canyon Road Safety and Complete Corridor project as one of eight statewide priority projects for the 2013 round of Transportation Investment Generating Economic Recovery (TIGER

Tualatin Police will be conducting a safety enforcement blitz starting May 20, 2013. The project will focus on proper belt use for adults as well as children, and prohibition of minors in open pickup beds.

Tualatin Police will join with police agencies nationwide for the annual, "Click it or ticket" campaign that runs from May 20th through June 2nd. Oregon agencies will focus on educating drivers on the importance of wearing their safety belt properly as well as the dangers of children riding in open pickup beds. Statistics show 215 motor vehicle occupants died in crashes in 2012. Sixty-one of those people were unbelted; forty-nine of the unbelted fatalities were pickup occupants and two-thirds of them died in night time crashes. Proper use of safety belt and child safety systems can reduce the risk of crash injury by as much as 70% or more.

Consistent safety belt use is the single most effective way to protect people and reduce fatalities in motor vehicle crashes, according to the US Department of Transportation.

"Proper use" is required by Oregon law and means using the entire belt system, lap belt low across hips, and shoulder belt over the collarbone and crossing the center of the chest. Belts should be free of slack and lying flat with no twists or knots.

Oregon's Three Flags Campaign is committed to reducing traffic crash injuries and deaths by promoting safety belt use and encouraging other safe driving behaviors through active enforcement and education.

The safety enforcement campaign is a federally funded program administered by ODOT through the Oregon State Sheriff's Association, Oregon Association Chiefs of Police and OSP Patrol Services.

Nearly one hundred state, county and city police agencies are participating in overtime grants to be used primarily during joint, statewide enforcement saturations or, "blitzes" scheduled for February, May and September.

For more information on the, "Click it or Ticket" program please visit the following web pages, www.nhtsa.dot.gov/ or www.oregon.gov/ODOT/TS/safetybelts.shtml


Attached Media Files: 2013-05/858/64403/3_Flags_Blitz_May_2013.pdf

The Salem Police Department held an awards ceremony and recognition for several department members who have distinguished themselves through their actions. There were numerous other members recognized for various reasons, including significant milestones reached in years of service to the Salem Police Department.

The ceremony was held at 3:00 pm in the Salem City Council Chambers before a crowd of friends, family members and City officials. Chief Jerry Moore addressed the crowd, recognizing the work that members of the department do on a daily basis and also expressing his pride in the members who were being honored during the ceremony.

The Awards Ceremony began with the recognition of Senior Officer Becky Carpenter for 25 years of service, Detective Tom Rousseau for 25 years of service, Records Technician Pam Marker for 35 years of service and WVCC Operations Manager Susan Hurley for 35 years of service to the Salem Police Department.

Detective Curt Abel received an Individual Letter of Recognition for his meticulous work with Federal authorities in tracking Federal funds from the Homeland Security Program for the Salem Police Hazardous Devices Team (Bomb Squad). The Salem Police Department was granted funding for the Hazardous Devices Team to host statewide training in explosives Threat Analysis and Mitigation. As part of the administration of the Federal resources, the Salem Police Department was given very short notice of an audit of the funds. Detective Abel worked diligently to not only organize the necessary documentation for the auditors, but he also provided the auditors with a hands-on demonstration of some of the equipment purchased with the funds and educated them on the operation of the equipment. Detective Abel's work brought great credit not only to the Hazardous Devices Team, but to the department as a whole in how the agency responsibly administers Federal funding.


Officer Larry Shryer was awarded an Individual Letter of Recognition for the capture of an armed robbery suspect. On January 10, 2013 a lone suspect robbed a subway restaurant at gunpoint and fired his handgun during the incident. A photo of the suspect was distributed at departmental briefing, and on January 14 Officer Shryer was on patrol when he recognized a suspect matching the description of the robbery suspect. When Officer Shryer made contact with the subject, the subject placed his hand inside his jacket instead of complying with commands, and Officer Shryer took the suspect into custody at gunpoint. Once the suspect was in custody Officer Shryer found a loaded handgun inside of the suspect's jacket, and it appears as though the suspect was beginning to go for the gun. Officer Shryer's actions took a very dangerous offender off of the streets.

Officer Eric Hubbard received an Individual Letter of Recognition for his service to our country in the Air Force Reserve as a Bomb Technician. Officer Hubbard is a member of the Salem Police Hazardous Devices Team in addition to his reserve duties as a Team Leader for an Explosive Ordinance Disposal (EOD) Unit for the Air Force. Officer Hubbard has completed two deployments to the Middle East, and during his most recent deployment his team successfully completed 87 combat missions, destroyed sixteen enemy explosive cache locations, destroyed twenty-six IEDs, conducted nineteen post-blast investigations and eliminated 5,100 lbs of enemy explosives. His convoy was also struck by and IED, and Officer Hubbard immediately took control of the situation and allowed for the area to be secured so medical personnel could respond to treat the casualties. On May 2nd 2012, Officer Hubbard received the Military Bronze Star where his Company Commander cited the following: Technical Sergeant Hubbard should receive the Bronze Star for his "Exceptionally meritorious service as a team leader while deployed in support of Operation Enduring Freedom. His outstanding performance, expertise, and dedication to duty greatly contributed to the success of the unit's mission. Technical Sergeant Hubbard's distinctive accomplishments reflect great credit upon himself, Combined Joint Task Force Paladin, and the United States Air Force." It should be noted that the Military Bronze Star is the fourth highest combat award in the US Armed Forces, and that this was Officer Hubbard's second Bronze Star in as many deployments. Officer Hubbard's contributions have allowed for safer passage through obviously dangerous areas of the Middle East where he has been deployed and has prevented countless casualties.

Corporal Kevin Hill, Officer Alex Asay, Officer Jon Garland, Officer Stacie Metcalf, Officer Adam Waite and Officer Oscar Zambrano were awarded Individual Letters of Recognition for their actions during a tragic fatal traffic crash on New Year's Eve, 2012. The crash involved a minivan occupied by eleven family members, including parents and a five-month old infant, returning from a party. This mass casualty incident in which two people lost their lives had Officer Garland running from ambulances to the crash scene carrying back-boards to medics, Officer Zambrano holding the front passenger's hand and neck and telling him to hold on as he slipped in and out of consciousness, Officer Metcalf attempting to comfort the father of the deceased three-year old girl, Officer Waite standing on the rear bumper of the minivan helping the fire department tear the roof off of the minivan to extract victims and Officer Asay who was invaluable at the hospital interpreting for the Oregon State Police and notifying the victims and their families of what had happened. Each officer who responded was a valuable asset and performed their duties exceptionally well, using a great amount of teamwork. The officers involved in this incident brought great credit to the Salem Police Department and exhibited their skills and abilities not only to numerous other first responder agencies, but to the public as well.

Officer Darrell Wood received the Distinguished Service Award for his outstanding service and contributions to the Salem Police Canine Unit. Officer Wood was in the unit from May, 1997 until January, 2013, serving nearly sixteen years as a canine handler. He also served as supervisor of the unit. During his tenure in the unit Officer Wood had two canine partners, Ivon and Gino, with over 2300 deployments with 834 captures. Officer Wood was an excellent canine handler and was known for his tenacity in working with his canine partner to track suspects. It was not uncommon for Officer Wood to locate a suspect long after the initial canine track was presumably concluded because he and his partner just didn't give up. Officer Wood was instrumental in increasing the knowledge, skills and reputation of the Salem Police Canine program, and the legacy he has created as a canine handler will stand for years to come.

Communications Specialist Tina Holt was awarded the Lifesaving Award for her actions on January 27, 2013 when a despondent male called 911 stating "I think I'm going to commit suicide." Tina Holt was able to keep the caller on the line and engage him in conversation as she obtained his address and location on the property and also confirming that he was armed with a loaded shotgun. She was able to build a rapport with the subject and make a personal connection as he told her about his problems. Tina Holt later said she felt the caller was serious about killing himself as she tried to take his focus away from his problems. She was also able to get information from him about his life, family and friends and used this information to reassure him. At one point it was suggested that an officer take over negotiations with the subject, but Tina's rapport with the subject was very strong and it was decided that she was the best one to continue the conversation with him. She was finally able to talk the subject into surrendering to deputies, who later found evidence that the subject was intent on committing suicide and also found that he likely had the barrel of the gun resting against his head as he spoke with Tina Holt on the phone. Tina Holt 's ability to keep the subject on the phone talking instead of hanging up and committing suicide, then convincing him to put the gun down and surrender speaks volumes about her as a 911 Call Taker/Dispatcher and as a caring person.

Officer Adam Waite was awarded the Lifesaving Award for his actions in performing CPR on a medical victim on January 2, 2012. Officer Waite responded to a medical call for assistance to a report of a subject who was unconscious and not breathing. Upon his arrival within five minutes of the initial call, medics were not yet on the scene, so Officer Waite obtained his CPR mask and entered the residence to find an adult male lying on the floor with family members unsuccessfully trying to perform CPR. Officer Waite directed family members to assist him with rescue breathing while he performed CPR on the subject until medics could arrive, and the subject eventually regained a pulse and was transported to the hospital. Officer Waite's expeditious response and immediate effective performance of CPR helped to save the man's life.

Officer Brian Kohlmeyer was awarded the Lifesaving Award for his actions to prevent a female from jumping off of the Center St bridge on August 24, 2011. A female had called a crisis hotline and stated she was walking to a bridge to "end it." The crisis hotline contacted dispatch who advised field units of the situation. Officer Kohlmeyer was responding to the area when he spotted the female subject sitting on the jersey barrier on the bridge with her legs hanging down over the outside of the barrier over the river. Officer Kohlmeyer approached her and reached out to her to introduce himself to her, and when she took his hand he quickly pulled her from the jersey barrier away from the river and detained her. Officer Kohlmeyer quickly assessed the situation and recognized the imminent danger in which the subject had placed herself, and his decisive actions in pulling her away from the river likely saved her life.

Senior Officer Scott Nowning, Corporal Dustin Wann, Officer Brian Kohlmeyer and Sergeant Steve Smith were awarded the Lifesaving Award for their actions in saving a suicidal subject who was contemplating jumping from the Marion Street Bridge on January 24, 2013. The subject, who was standing on the outside of the railing of the Marion Street Bridge, had an extension cord tied around his neck and had called 911 because "he wanted to say goodbye to his son." Officer Nowning was the first to arrive on scene, followed closely by the other officers. Officer Nowning recognized the fact that the subject was in a very precarious position due to his position, the fact that the extension cord around his neck was tied to a sign post, that he was barely able to hold onto the railing as his hands jerked from apparent meth usage and the railing was wet from the rain. Officer Nowning engaged the subject in conversation and was eventually able to convince him to put his legs back over the railing. Fearing that he would climb back to the outside of the railing again, Sergeant Smith, Corporal Wann and Officer Kohlmeyer quickly developed a plan and were able to physically restrain the subject and cut the cord that was tied to his neck and safely turn him over to medics on scene. Officer Nowning's negotiating skills were crucial to the successful resolution of what could have been a tragic loss of life, and Sergeant Smith's, Corporal Wann's and Officer Kohlmeyer's quick and decisive actions kept the individual from getting back over the railing and saved the subject's life.

The following Officers received awards for an incident on August 11, 2012 in Benton County.
Distinguished Service Award: Corporal Andrew Connolly; Senior Officer Sean Cooper; Officer Matt Gill, Officer Eric Hernandez; Officer R.J. Smith; Officer Tyler Verhaar; Officer Oscar Zambrano
Lifesaving Award: Officer Matt Gill; Officer Eric Hernandez; Officer R.J. Smith
Medal of Valor: Officer Eric Hernandez
Purple Heart: Corporal Andrew Connolly

On August 11, 2012, Salem Officers were called to assist the Benton County Sheriff's Office and other law enforcement agencies. They had pursued a stolen vehicle into a rural part of Benton County where the vehicle crashed and the suspect fled into heavy brush. A perimeter had been established and the request was for a canine team to respond to assist in finding the suspect. As seven Salem Police Officers were in the brush searching for the suspect, he suddenly jumped up and ran towards the command post. He ignored orders to stop and pulled a firearm that had been concealed in his pants and began firing rounds towards the command post, striking Salem Police Corporal Andrew Connolly in the leg and Benton County Sheriff's Sergeant David Peterson in the leg and torso area. Officers returned fire and struck the suspect, but even before the suspect was secured and remained a threat to officers, Officer Eric Hernandez left his position of cover and pulled Sgt Peterson out of harm's way and to a position of cover. Officers Matt Gill and R.J. Smith administered first aid to the suspect for the numerous gunshot wounds he sustained in the incident, and the suspect was subsequently transported by helicopter to OHSU for treatment. Corporal Andrew Connolly was treated at the scene and subsequently transported to a hospital for further treatment. Because Corporal Connolly was the ranking Salem Police Officer on scene and was now incapacitated, Senior Officer Sean Cooper immediately stepped up and assumed supervisory duties to include assignment of tactical duties, coordinating response of resources, the instituting of officer involved shooting protocols and other supervisory duties. Officers Eric Hernandez and Tyler Verhaar worked with a Benton County Deputy Sheriff in providing first aid to Sergeant Peterson. Officer Verhaar, who was an EMT prior becoming a police officer, began treating Sergeant Peterson's abdominal wound until medics could arrive and take over treatment. Medical personnel later said that whomever provided medical first aid to Sergeant Peterson in the field likely saved his life. Officer Zambrano then assumed the role of Corporal Connolly's companion officer and accompanied him to the hospital, filling a critical role in supporting a fellow officer and providing important information to investigators and trauma team. There were a total of twenty officers involved in this incident, all of whom acted with great professionalism and bravery. The suspect survived his wounds and was subsequently charged with multiple crimes including two counts of Attempted Aggravated Murder.

Officer Oscar Zambrano was awarded the Medal of Honor for his actions in confronting an armed robber on February 10, 2012. Officer Zambrano was dispatched to a report of a suspicious person who appeared to be "casing" a business on Commercial St SE. As he was responding to the scene, Officer Zambrano received information that a person matching that description had just committed a robbery and fled on foot. Details were still coming in and it was unknown if the suspect was armed with a weapon during the robbery. Officer Zambrano located the suspect hiding in some bushes behind a business and confronted him, only to have the suspect flee on foot across Commercial St through heavy traffic. As Officer Zambrano gave chase, the suspect suddenly stopped, turned around, pointed a rifle in Officer Zambrano's direction and fired multiple shots. Officer Zambrano, without hesitation or thought for his own safety, continued to advance toward the suspect as he returned fire on the suspect, hitting the suspect multiple times. Once the suspect was secured Officer Zambrano approached several of the drivers who had stopped due to the incident to check on their welfare and to be sure that they were safe. Officer Zambrano's heroic actions in pursuing a robbery suspect then acting with professionalism in defending himself and others against a dangerous offender removed a dangerous offender from our community.

The Rose Festival Grand Floral Parade is scheduled for Saturday June 8, 2013, and the Portland Police Bureau is continuing to seek volunteers to help along the parade route.

Volunteers are needed from 6:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. and would work fixed barricade positions and walk or ride bicycles along the parade route.

Interested volunteers need to fill out the application form and return it to Emily Morris, Volunteer Coordinator for the Portland Rose Festival.

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Attached Media Files: 2013-05/3056/64401/2013_Rose_Festival_GFP_Volunteer_Form.pdf

Seaside High student Holden Mallory was named the most outstanding male competitor at the Washington State School for the Blind's annual track and field meet in Vancouver, Washington, yesterday.

Holden, a freshman, is visually impaired and receives services from Northwest Regional Education Service District Vision Program. He distinguished himself at the event by placing first in six events, and second in two others.

The Vancouver school has held the meet every year since the late 1980s. This year, about 130 students from all over Washington and Oregon were there to compete alongside peers in traditional running events, shot put, long jump, and high jump.


Attached Media Files: Holden Mallory proudly diplaying track and field award

Seven employees of the Oregon Youth Authority's (OYA) MacLaren Youth Correctional Facility in Woodburn have been recognized for excellence in supporting the state juvenile justice agency's mission.

They received OYA coin awards, silver dollar-sized medals bearing the state seal, as part of the observance of National Correctional Officers and Employees Week in Oregon, May 5-11. The employees are:

* Chris Bauge, group life coordinator, honored for "consistently going the extra mile in his duties."

* Jeff Canfield, acting treatment manager, recognized for "embracing OYA's recent initiatives of positive youth development and collaborative problem solving and establishing himself as a champion for these projects."

* Jamie Jeter, youth corrections unit coordinator, commended for "being a strong advocate for youth through continuous communication with community partners and transition specialists."

* Mike Jordan, group life coordinator, honored for "being a team player who exemplifies OYA's core values - professionalism, accountability, integrity and respect - on a daily basis."

* Derek Shrives, group life coordinator, recognized for "regularly taking the initiative to get things done and having a collaborative work style, which makes him very effective with problem solving."

* Ed Thomas, group life coordinator, commended for "continuing to demonstrate a tremendous work ethic and a great attitude."

* Shannon Wilhelm, qualified mental health professional, honored for being "an asset to the Treatment Services team and the MacLaren facility as a whole."

OYA Minority Services Administrator Lonnie Jackson and facility Superintendent Sid Thompson presented the certificates at the facility May 10. They praised the employees as being role models for others and "providing positive development to each other and the youth we serve."

In his proclamation of National Correctional Officers and Employees Week in Oregon, Governor John Kitzhaber commended adult and juvenile correctional workers for "holding offenders accountable for their actions and reducing the risk of future criminal behavior and future victimization."

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The Oregon Youth Authority is the state's juvenile justice agency, reducing victimization by helping at-risk young people lead productive, crime-free lives. Learn more at www.oregon.gov/oya and follow us on Twitter at www.twitter.com/oregonyouth.

On Monday May 20, 2013, at 11:00 a.m., the Portland Police Bureau G.R.E.A.T. Program will be honoring students at Holy Cross School, located at 5202 North Bowdoin Street.

Retired Officer Ron Cash will be celebrating the graduation and honoring the students hard work and achievement in the G.R.E.A.T. Program.

G.R.E.A.T. stands for Gang Resistance Education And Training. The G.R.E.A.T. Program is a school-based, law enforcement officer-instructed classroom curriculum. With prevention as its primary objective, the program is intended as an immunization against delinquency, youth violence, and gang membership.

Media is invited to attend this special event and is asked to check in with the office before attending the graduation.

To learn more about the G.R.E.A.T. Program, contact Officer Mike Paresa at (503) 823-2186 or Mike.Paresa@PortlandOregon.gov.

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Attached Media Files: 2013-05/3056/64396/G.R.E.A.T._Logo.jpg

On Thursday May 16, 2013, at approximately 11:30 a.m., East Precinct officers responded to ReLeaf MM, located at 1034 Southeast 122nd Avenue, on the report of an armed robbery.

Officers arrived and spoke to the victim, who told police that the robbery occurred approximately 45 minutes earlier but the victim informed his boss before calling 9-1-1.

The victim and another employee told police that the suspect entered the business and approached the counter, armed with a handgun, and ordered them onto the floor. The suspect stole wallets, phones and keys, as well as an undisclosed amount of cash from the business. The suspect held one employee at gunpoint while demanding another fill a large duffel bag with marijuana.

The suspect is described as an African American male, 25-30 years old, 6'2" tall, 190 pounds, with a deep voice, wearing a black hoodie, black ski mask, gray sweatpants, and gloves. A possible suspect vehicle is described as a 2005-2010 dark blue Ford Explorer.

Surveillance video of the robbery is available for viewing and download at: http://youtu.be/yfDBz591HMA

Anyone with information about this robbery is asked to contact Det. Bill Winters at (503) 823-0466.

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Tualatin Valley Fire & Rescue recently recognized firefighters, staff, and local business members for their life-saving efforts, and commitment to professionalism and community safety. See attached release for more details.


Attached Media Files: 2013-05/1214/64394/Meritorious_Awards_2013.pdf

(VANCOUVER, Wash.) - Members of the GVCC's Retro Program for Manufacturers received an robust 60% refund in their L&I premiums this year. Compare the GVCC's 60% group return to other groups and you notice the difference immediately: 31% return for WA Manufacturing Group, 29% return for Washington Employers, 16% return for Vigilant, and an 8% return for Association of Washington Business. The application deadline to join next year's GVCC manufacturing group is June 15th, please inquire at scott@croucherconsulting.com.

The success of the program can be attributed to the outstanding safety record of the participating companies, managed by Scott Croucher. Croucher not only manages the administrative aspect of the program but provides safety consultations to decrease claims and claim counseling.

From Retro Program members:

"The first time I met with Scott Croucher, he spent over an hour educating me in regards to what the Retro program was and how it could help Instafab [company, inc]. As we have injury claims, Scott has always made himself available to us. He has advised us of our options, any available programs, and the results of our decisions. We have become more aware of the effects of claims, specifically time-loss claims, on our experience modifier and what the true cost is to our company's bottom line. We have also gained insight into the importance of establishing and maintaining a safe work environment and educating our personnel. We have discovered that, in many cases, the practices we use to make the retro program work for us also help us in other areas of our business."
- Melissa Harmon Controller at Instafab Company, Inc

"We have been with the program for about 10 years. It has been a very good way to emphasize safety while minimizing the cost of L&I insurance. It is critical to our business to do everything reasonable to manage the cost of doing business. And the Retro program has been a real, and significant help."
- Tom Kemp, Peninsula Glass Company

About the Greater Vancouver Chamber of Commerce (GVCC):
Founded in 1890, the Greater Vancouver Chamber of Commerce (GVCC) is a non-profit organization aimed at advancing and strengthening the regional business community through member services, public affairs advocacy and community building. The Chamber is a supportive alliance of diverse member businesses, individuals and organizations, working together toward long-term business prosperity. The Greater Vancouver Chamber of Commerce is the heart of Clark County's business community, advocating for sound, sensible and dynamic policies that ensure a vital economic climate while improving Vancouver's infrastructure and quality of life. For more information, please visit www.vancouverusa.com.
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Extra law enforcement patrols will be out looking for motorists violating seatbelt and cell phone usage laws.

Clark County, WA
Statistically, Washington drivers have one of the highest seat belt usages in the nation. However, many motorists tend to not wear their seatbelts in the evenings! Failing to buckle up seat belts along with the distracted driving of using a cell phone while driving, makes for a dangerous combination.

During the months of May and June, Clark County motorists can expect to see extra law enforcement patrolling county roads, city streets, and state highways in search of unbuckled or unrestrained drivers and passengers and drivers using their cell phones. Last year during the same time period, statewide law enforcement officers issued 3,171 seat belt violations and 1,059 cell phone violations.

Law enforcement agencies including Clark County Sheriff's Office, Washington State Patrol, Vancouver, Battle Ground and La Center Police will have extra patrols out working all areas in the county. The Clark County Target Zero Traffic Safety Task force supports these patrols.

Funding for overtime patrols is provided by Washington Traffic Safety Commission in support of the Strategic Highway Safety Plan to reduce fatalities and serious injury crashes to zero by 2030! #targetzero


Attached Media Files: 2013-05/1172/64392/CIOT_May_news_release.doc

CLACKAMAS, Ore. - The Brigadier General James B. Thayer Oregon Military Museum and Military Vehicle Collectors Club of Oregon will host the 17th Annual Armed Forces Day Living History Day on Saturday, May 18, from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at Camp Withycombe, in Clackamas, Ore.

The event is located at 10101 SE Clackamas Road, and is free for the public to attend.

Living History Day will include restored military vehicles from World War I to present, military equipment displays, and living historians dressed in uniform.


Attached Media Files: 2013-05/962/64390/DSC_0034.JPG

OLYMPIA - May 16, 2013 - Governor Jay Inslee signed the boating safety bill (Senate Bill 5437) today, a three-part bill that changes Washington's boating safety laws and gets tough on boaters operating under the influence. The law changes go into effect on July 28.
Most notably, the bill strengthens Washington's boating under the influence (BUI) law by making the penalty for BUI a gross misdemeanor punishable by a maximum fine of $5,000 and 364 days in jail. Additionally, the law now allows for implied consent, which means an officer can require a boat operator to take a breath or blood test if the officer believes the operator is boating under the influence. If the operator refuses, he/she could be issued a $1,000 civil infraction.
"Washington has a long history of being a maritime state. We need to keep boating safe and fun, and this legislation will help us do that. I'm delighted that by working with our state partners and boating stakeholders, we were able to develop legislation that everyone could agree to," said Washington State Parks Director Don Hoch.
"The cultural, economic and recreational significance of Washington state waterways can't be overemphasized. Likewise, neither can boating safety. The passage of this measure provides law enforcement with additional tools and strengthens our commitment to limiting tragedies on waterways," said Bruce Bjork, chief of police for the Department of Fish and Wildlife, an agency that played a key role in writing and promoting the legislation.
Lastly, the law gives marine law enforcement officers the ability to hold negligent or reckless boaters accountable and the authority to issue citations for vessel accidents they did not witness. Now, when an officer is investigating a vessel accident, like a vessel-to-vessel collision, and it's determined a boat operator caused the accident by breaking a boating safety law, the officer can arrest the operator for criminal violations or issue a citation for an infraction.
"This is a great change and something we've needed for a long time. We've had this authority on land, but we lacked it on the water. I think this is really going to help us educate boaters about the importance of the boating rules of the road," said Ed Holmes, Mercer Island police chief and president of the Washington Association of Sheriffs and Police Chiefs.

According to State Parks data, alcohol is a factor in 30 percent of boating fatalities. The law change was intended to deter BUI by increasing the penalty and introducing implied consent in the form of a monetary penalty - not tied to the driver's license.
Other changes to the law include the following:
1. Testing language consistent with driving under the influence (DUI) procedures: The statute was updated to reference the breath and blood testing procedures used in DUI cases. These procedures have been thoroughly tested in court.
2. Marijuana references added: The statute was updated with marijuana references that mirror language in Initiative 502, which made the recreational use of marijuana legal.
3. Test refusal is not admissible in court: The statute makes it clear that a boater's refusal to submit to either a breath or blood test cannot be used as evidence in a court of law.
4. Recreational vessel rentals: The statue makes it clear that rented vessels must have all safety equipment, be properly registered and meet all other state requirements.
"We thank the sponsors of the 2013 Boating Safety Bill for bringing the Recreational Boating Association of Washington into the bill discussions," stated Steve Greaves, the association's president. "We believe this collaborative approach will ultimately lead to safer boating."
The Washington State Parks Boating Safety Program is a leader in boating safety and environmental education and outreach, with the purpose of reducing accidents and fatalities, increasing stewardship of Washington waterways, and keeping recreational boating a safe, accessible and enjoyable pastime.
For more information on boating regulations, visit www.boat.wa.gov
Stay connected to your state parks by following Washington State Parks at www.facebook.com/WashingtonStateParks, www.twitter.com/WAStatePks and www.youtube.com/WashingtonStateParks. Share your favorite state park adventure on the new State Parks' blog site at www.AdventureAwaits.com.
The Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission manages a diverse system of more than 100 state parks and recreation programs, including long-distance trails, boating safety and winter recreation. Washington State Parks turned 100 years old on March 19, 2013, and will celebrate with events in parks all over the state, all year long. For more information, visit www.parks.wa.gov/events/.
Support state parks by purchasing your annual Discover Pass today, and enjoy a whole year of outdoor fun on Washington's beautiful state-managed recreation lands. For more information, visit www.discoverpass.wa.gov.
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Attached Media Files: Natl' Safe Boating Week , Boating Under the Influence Law

Photo Release:

130517-A-FS713-98: Eric Jones, public affairs manager for Eugene Public Works pauses for a photo with Oregon Office of Emergency Management mascot Buzzy the Bee at the 26th Annual Eugene Public Works Day, in Eugene Ore., May 16, where public work facilities and displays were open to students and general public. Estimated attendance was more than 1500 students and more than 300 adults. The Oregon Office of Emergency Management and Eugene Emergency Management provided displays with disaster preparedness kits showing how to prepare for emergencies. (Photo by Cory Grogan, Oregon Office of Emergency Management.)


130517-A-FS713-43: A child gives Oregon Emergency Management mascot Buzzy the Bee a high five during the 26th Annual Eugene Public Works Day, in Eugene Ore., May 16, where public works facilities and displays were open to students and general public. The estimated attendance was more than 1500 students and more than 300 adults. The Oregon Office of Emergency Management and Eugene Emergency Management provided displays with disaster preparedness kits showing how to prepare for emergencies. (Photo by Cory Grogan, Oregon Office of Emergency Management.)

130517-A-FS713-67: Children learn about how to prepare an emergency kit during the 26th Annual Eugene Public Works Day, May 16, in Eugene Ore., where public work facilities and displays were open for students and general public. The estimated attendance was more than 1500 student and more than 300 adults. The Oregon Office of Emergency Management and Eugene Emergency Management provided displays with disaster preparedness kits showing how to prepare for emergencies. (Photo by Sgt. Cory Grogan, Oregon Office of Emergency Management.)


130517-A-FS713-202: Participants learn how to prepare for an emergency at the 26th Annual Eugene Public Works Day in Eugene Ore., May 16, where public work facilities and displays were open to students and general public. The estimated attendance was more than 1500 student and more than 300 adults. The Oregon Office of Emergency Management and Eugene Emergency Management provided displays with disaster preparedness kits showing how to prepare for emergencies. (Photo by Sgt. Cory Grogan, Oregon Office of Emergency Management.)


Attached Media Files: 2013-05/3986/64388/130517-A-FS713-202.jpg , 2013-05/3986/64388/130517-A-FS713-67.jpg , 2013-05/3986/64388/130517-A-FS713-98.jpg , 2013-05/3986/64388/130517-A-FS713-43.jpg

Disaster action team volunteers of the American Red Cross responded to a disaster in the 6900 block of NE Roseland in Portland, Ore. This single-family house fire displaced 4-adults and 3-children. Red Cross provided assistance with food, clothing, comfort kits, and information about disaster health services and mental health support.

At 8:06 PM, on 05/16/13, Gresham Fire & Emergency Services responded to a report of a house fire at 3848 SE 302nd in unincorporated Multnomah County, east of Gresham. The fire was reported by a neighbor who reported seeing heavy smoke form the back of the house. Engine 76 arrived to find heavy fire involvement to the rear one-third of the residence. Initial reports indicated that the 87 year old male resident was believed to be in the home. First arriving crews attempted search and rescue, but were forced back out of the building by extreme heat conditions.

After the fire was knocked down from the exterior, rescue crews re-entered the structure and found the victim about 12 feet inside the front door and to the right. He was removed to the front yard where resuscitation efforts were begun. The firefighter/paramedics and paramedics from AMR worked on the patient for over 30 minutes, those efforts were unsuccessful and he was pronounced dead at the scene.

Assignment: Engines 76, 72, 75, and 71; Ladder Truck 71; and Battalion Chief C-7. Boring Fire District responded with two water tenders, and Sandy Fire District responded with one water tender. There are no fire hydrants in the immediate area of the fire. The last units cleared the call at 11:30 PM.

The cause of the fire has been ruled as accidental, the exact origin is undetermined.

The structure was a total loss with an estimated value of $75,000 and the loss to the contents is estimated at $25,000.


Attached Media Files: Photo courtesy of Greg Muhr Photography , Photo courtesy of Greg Muhr Photography , Photo courtesy of Greg Muhr Photography

Oregon City has been designated by the Oregon Heritage Commission as an "Oregon Heritage All-Star Community." The commission created the All-Star program to recognize the strong efforts by communities to broadly preserve and develop heritage resources.

An All-Star designation requires that communities meet at least 15 of 20 criteria related to local heritage. These include heritage tourism efforts, historic preservation programs, photo and document archives, museums, historic cemeteries and more.

"Oregon City is one of the first Oregon communities that have proven they meet the designation criteria," said Kyle Jansson, coordinator for the Oregon Heritage Commission. "We applaud the City, its cultural and heritage organizations, its businesses and its residents for their efforts to date, and look forward to supporting them in the future."

The City of Oregon City will celebrate its status as an Oregon Heritage All-Star Community with a reception and award presentation at its June 5 City Commission meeting. The reception will be at 6 p.m. and the presentation at 7 p.m. at the City Hall, 625 Center St.

Assistance is available for communities seeking to acquire Heritage All-Star Community status. Oregon Heritage of Oregon Parks and Recreation Department, which houses the Oregon Heritage Commission, offers technical support, workshops, grants and other resources for all heritage projects in the state. To learn more, visit www.oregonheritage.org or contact Kuri Gill at Kuri.Gill@state.or.us or 503-986-0685.


Attached Media Files: Oregon City Heritage All-Star

The cause of the fire was determined to be combustible material too close to a space heater.

Value of the structure- $78,000
Loss to the structure- $30,000
Value of the contents- $25,000
Loss to the contents- $10,000

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At 8:45am Portland Fire & Rescue responded to 6920 NE Roselawn St. to report of a house on fire. Engine 12 (Sandy Blvd.) arrived three minutes later and discovered smoke coming from the second floor of the residence. Engine 12 stretched a fire attack hose line to the second floor and found the fire to be in the attic space and knee walls. A search of the house was completed to make sure no victims were inside. With the assistance of two additional engine companies, Engine 12 was able to open the ceiling and walls and extinguish the fire. A truck company assisted by ventilating smoke and fire gasses from the structure.

The fire was brought under control at 9:05am and no injuries were reported at this fire. A Portland Fire Investigator is on scene working to determine the cause of this fire and damage estimates. Additional information will be given as soon as it becomes available.

VANCOUVER, Wash.--May 17, 2013-- The Community Military Appreciation Committee (CMAC) will present Vancouver's Memorial Day Observance Monday, May 27, 2013, at 11 a.m., taking place at the Vancouver Barracks on the Fort Vancouver Historic Site. CMAC has organized this event with help from its partners, the City of Vancouver, National Park Service (NPS), Fort Vancouver National Trust, and 40et8 for five (5) years. This year's event is on track to attract the largest audience to date.

The event features keynote speaker Maj. Gen. Jeffrey S. Buchanan. MG Buchanan was commissioned as an infantry officer in 1982 and assigned with 82nd Airborne as a Rifle and Scout Platoon leader and Infantry Executive Officer. Over the course of his career, he was assigned to the 25th Infantry in Hawaii and the 101st Airborne. From 2003 - 2004, Buchanan deployed to Iraq and served as the Director of Operations, Coalition Military Assistance Training. In 2006, he deployed for the second time to advise the Iraqi Special Police. Between
2007 and 2011 Buchanan was deployed twice as the Multi-National Division-South and then as the Director of Strategic Effects. Currently, Buchanan serves as Deputy Commanding General, I Corps, at Joint Base Lewis-McChord.

Other speakers at the Memorial Day Ceremony include U.S. Rep. Jaime Herrera-Beutler, Vancouver Mayor Timothy Leavitt, National Park Service Superintendent Tracy Fortmann, and Col. Peter F. Norseth. In addition, Boy Scout Patrick Keller will dedicate a flag pole he installed at the Clark County War Memorial. Keller worked closely with NPS Archaeologist Robert Cromwell to complete the installation of the flag pole as his Eagle Scout project. The event will conclude with a free hot dog lunch and historical camp reenactments following the observance.

This event has been generously sponsored by Waste Connections and will be emceed by CMAC members. CMAC is an all-inclusive group composed of members representing youth, education, civic, military, veterans groups, and local governments. CMAC executes and plans community-wide events, such as the Memorial Day, Veterans Day and POW/MIA Day ceremonies and recognition/support of military families of all services


Attached Media Files: Maj. Gen. Jeffrey S. Buchanan

Columbia County Sheriff's Office will soon have two, new patrol boats to help marine law enforcement patrolling the Columbia and other local rivers.

One of the boats is a 25' offshore Alumaweld, manufactured in White City, and comes equipped with twin (EPA and carb-compliant 4-stroke) 150 horsepower outboard motors, and full electronics for emergency response in inclement weather and low visibility. This boat is ideal for conditions routinely encountered on the Columbia River.

The county will also receive a 21 foot walkthrough jet boat built by Liquid Technologies, in Grants Pass. The aluminum jet boat is equipped with a 6.0 L fuel injected engine that produces low carbon emissions and is more fuel efficient than boats built prior to 2006. The jet propulsion is capable of being operated in a variety of conditions including water depth as little as six inches, on a full plane, with a carrying capacity of 1200 pounds and max speed of 40 MPH. This boat is ideal for varying water levels and will allow marine deputies to respond to emergency situations, quickly.

The two new patrol boats replace a fleet of five, older patrol boats ranging in age from 1988 to 1996 (average age was 19 years). The average age of the current Marine Board boat fleet statewide is 15 years. The Marine Board developed a procurement and retention schedule similar those used for law enforcement vehicles and is retiring older boats with newer models that require less fuel and maintenance.

The replacement program is also intended to match equipment to the specific needs based on the waterbodies being patrolled and the specific types of responses needed. Columbia County traded the five older Marine Board boats for a value of $56,500 and combined with $90,000 of Marine Board state boater funds for a total cost of 146,500.

The Columbia County marine program currently has two full-time marine deputies and seven reserve deputies assigned to rescue and marine operations. Columbia County has approximately 20,411 surface acres of patrolled water and includes the Columbia, Nehalem, Clatskaine, and Gilbert Rivers and the Multnomah Channel.
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Attached Media Files: Columbia County's new boat after being test-driven on the Willamette River

WHAT: Hillsboro Mayor Jerry Willey will swing a golden sledgehammer at today's groundbreaking ceremony celebrating the demolition and renovation of the Shute Park Branch of the Hillsboro Public Library.
WHEN: Today, May 17, at 4:00 pm
WHERE: Shute Park Branch Library, 775 SE 10th Ave (SE Tualatin Valley Highway), Hillsboro
WHO: Hillsboro Mayor Jerry Willey; Deborah Clarke, Chair of the Hillsboro Library Board; Mike Smith, Hillsboro Library Director
ATTIRE: Media members are asked to wear long pants, long sleeves and closed-toe shoes

Built in 1975, major portions of the Shute Park Branch Library building, including the roof, heating and cooling, electrical and data, need to be replaced to avoid expensive maintenance costs. The renovated Library will take advantage of natural light along the wall of windows on the north side of the building. The Digital Bridge/Puente Digital computer lab will be more spacious and a new meeting room that will be built near the entrance may be used before or after library hours. The main entrance will move to the west side of the building across from the playground with a mini plaza outside the doors.

About the Hillsboro Public Library:
The Hillsboro Public Library is a Department of the City of Hillsboro and one of 14 Washington County Cooperative Services member libraries that share a countywide collection of almost 2 million items. Library cards and services are free to anyone living in Washington County. The Library has two locations and a long history. Cardholders have 24/7 access to extensive online resources including eBooks, audiobooks, videos, educational software, articles, directories and databases. Librarians provide early literacy activities to infants and children. The Library offers a full calendar of free programs, classes, cultural events, and access to Internet-connected computers and WiFi. Follow the Library on Facebook at www.facebook.com/HillsboroPublicLibrary and on Twitter at www.twitter.com/HillsboroLib.

A 20-year old Salem man is in the Marion County Jail facing sexual abuse charges following his arrest on Thursday afternoon.

Sr. Deputy Todd Bay arrested Mathew Jacob Gwyn at a home in the 1500 block of Madras Street SE at about 4:00pm. Gwyn was charged with molesting a 6-year old daughter of a woman known to him. Bay learned that the sexual contacts began in January but only surfaced recently when the daughter disclosed the events to her mother.

An investigator trained in interviewing young sexual victims assistance Bay in his investigation. At this time, there are no other known victims of Gwyn.

Gwyn was charged with three counts of Sex Abuse 1. He is due in court at 3:00pm on Friday.

A booking photo is attached to this release.


Attached Media Files: Mathew Gwyn

MUMMIES OF THE WORLD EXHIBITION MAKES NORTHWEST DEBUT AT OMSI

Largest Collection of Mummies Ever Assembled On View in Portland Beginning June 14, 2013

Portland, Ore. (May 17, 2013) - The nationally recognized Mummies of the World exhibition will make its Pacific Northwest debut at the Oregon Museum of Science and Industry (OMSI) Friday, June 14, 2013. The presentation in Portland will mark the eighth stop of the exhibition's exclusive tour of the United States. This astonishing collection of mummies and related artifacts includes a 6,420-year-old child mummy from Peru ("Detmold Child") dating 3,000 years before King Tut. The exhibition, declared "magical and mythical" by the New York Times, presents a never-before seen collection of rare mummies from across the world -- including South America, Europe, Asia, Oceania and Egypt -- that spans eons of time and transcends history.

With its astounding collection of 150 specimens and objects, Mummies of the World is the largest exhibition of real human and animal mummies and related artifacts ever assembled. Through modern science and engaging interactive and multi-media exhibits, the exhibition reveals how the scientific study of mummies provides a window into the lives of ancient people, offering unprecedented insights into past cultures and civilizations. It also demonstrates that mummification - both through natural processes and intentional practices - has taken place all over the globe, from the hot desert sands of South America to remote European bogs.

"OMSI is committed to bringing unique educational experiences like Mummies of the World to the people of the Pacific Northwest," said Nancy Stueber, president of OMSI. "Thanks to modern tools from biology and chemistry, medical imaging, DNA science and even 3D animation, young people and adults will gain a deeper understanding of people, cultures and environments of the past."

In addition to the Detmold Child, the rare and ancient objects presented in Mummies of the World include the Vac Mummies, a mummified family from Hungary believed to have died from tuberculosis; the Baron von Holz, a German nobleman found tucked away in the family crypt of a 14th century castle wearing his best leather boots; an ancient Peruvian woman naturally mummified in the warm desert air, with mysterious tattoos on her face and chest, and long black hair intact; and a howler monkey from Argentina, displaying a fierce expression and adorned with a feather skirt and headdress.

"We are excited to bring Mummies of the World to Portland," said Marc Corwin, president of American Exhibitions, Inc. "Most people think mummies come from Egypt and are wrapped, but mummies come from all over the world. The exhibition is changing centuries-old perceptions about what the general public thinks about mummies and providing insight into the lives and cultures of these ancient people. Inside every mummy is a story waiting to be told, and Mummies of the World is here to tell those stories."

The concept for the exhibition began with the rediscovery of 21 specimens within the Reiss-Engelhorn Museums of Mannheim, Germany in 2004. A consortium of mummy researchers, known as the German Mummy Project, used DNA analysis, magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), computer tomography (CT), radiocarbon dating and mass spectrometry to learn more, and engaged the cooperation of 21 world-renowned museums, organizations and collections in seven countries to make this innovative exhibition possible.

Mummies of the World will be on display at OMSI from June 14, 2013 through September 8, 2013. For more information, please visit omsi.edu or mummiesoftheworld.com.

About OMSI
Founded in 1944, the Oregon Museum of Science and Industry (OMSI) is one of the nation's leading science museums, a world-class tourist attraction, and an award-winning educational resource for the kid in each of us. OMSI is located at 1945 SE Water Avenue, Portland, OR 97214. For general information, call 503.797.4000 or visit omsi.edu.

About American Exhibitions
American Exhibitions, Inc. produces world-class touring exhibitions for science centers and museums that excite, educate, and engage visitors. As a longstanding member of the Association of Science-Technology Centers (ASTC) and the American Association of Museums (AAM), American Exhibitions, Inc. is one of the leading exhibit producers in the United States. For more information, visit americanexhibitions.com.

About Reiss-Engelhorn Museums
Reiss-Engelhorn Museums, an internationally acclaimed museum complex in Mannheim, Germany, is one of the major venues for exhibitions in Europe in the fields of archeology and world cultures. With a collection that began in the early 1700s, the museum houses more than 1.2 million objects in its collection, and has over 300,000 square feet of exhibition space. For more information, visit rem-mannheim.de.

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Disaster volunteers from the Red Cross responded to an RV fire (permanent residence) near the intersection of Hwy 730 & Hwy. 37. The fire displaced 3 adults and 4 dogs. The Red Cross provided food, clothing, shoes, lodging, comfort kits and information about physical and mental health services.The reponse call came in at 8:30pm.

Skamania County Emergency Medical Services will be hosting an Open House for the public out of their station at 253 SW 1st Street Stevenson, WA from 11am-3pm on May 18th, 2013. There will be a child car seat clinic, Sheriff K-9 demonstrations, a helicopter landing, ambulance and fire engine tours, and bike helmet fittings, with helmets for sale. Food and drink will be available. Come meet the Emergency Responders in your community!

On May 16, 2013 the SW Washington Regional SWAT Team executed a search warrant at 3116 NE 78th Avenue in Vancouver. The search warrant and subsequent arrest of Sergio J. Leon, DOB 12/9/91, and Aaron-Blair C. Davey, DOB 7/31/88, are related to a rape investigation by the Vancouver Police Department Major Crimes Team. Both Leon and Davey were arrested for Rape I and Unlawful Imprisonment and were booked into the Clark County Jail.

Evidence recovered from the scene also included a handgun and large quantity of marijuana. Charges stemming from the drugs are pending.

The investigation is ongoing and no additional details are available at this time.

The Oregon Department of Public Safety Standards and Training is pleased to announce the graduation of its 85th Basic Telecommunications/9-1-1 Course. The graduation will be held at 1100 am on Friday, May 24, 2013 at the Oregon Public Safety Academy in 4190 Aumsville Hwy SE, Salem, Oregon.

Members of Basic Telecommunications Class 85:

Dispatcher Daniel Barnard
Brookings Police Department

Telecommunicator Michael Berkowitz
Oregon State Police

Dispatcher Michaella Coleman
Brookings Police Department

Dispatcher Josi Ferguson
Morrow County Sheriff's Office

Dispatcher Teresa Folsom
Clackamas County Communications

Dispatcher Sheridan Gustafson
University of Oregon Police Department

Dispatcher Gianna Hedin
Portland State University DPS

Dispatcher Sharon Henson
Lane Community College DPS

Dispatcher Jacob Peters
Tri-County Communications

Dispatcher Mistie Richman
Oregon State Police

Dispatcher Scott Simmons
Oregon State University DPS

Dispatcher Deana Watkinson
Clackamas County Communications

## Background Information on DPSST ##

The Department of Public Safety Standards and Training (DPSST)operates the Oregon Public Safety Academy which spans more than 212 acres in Salem. Eriks Gabliks serves as the Director, and Chief Kent Barker of the City of Tualatin Police Department serves as the Chair of the Board. The department implements minimum standards established by the Board for training and certification of city, county and state law enforcement officers, corrections officers, parole and probation officers, fire service personnel, telecommunicators, emergency medical dispatchers and private security providers. DPSST provides training to more than 20,000 students each year throughout Oregon and at the Oregon Public Safety Academy in Salem: certifies qualified officers at various levels from basic through executive; certifies qualified instructors; and reviews and accredits training programs throughout the state based on standards established by the Board.

Any questions please call Kristy Witherell at DPSST (503) 378-2386 or e-mail her at kristy.witherell@state.or.us.

A woman died Thursday morning in a collision between her vehicle and a commercial truck at the intersection of Highway 20 and Highway 201N south of Ontario in Malheur County. Oregon State Police (OSP) troopers from the Ontario Command office are continuing the investigation into the cause of the crash. The victim's name is released in this update.

According to Lieutenant Mark Duncan, on May 16, 2013 at approximately 9:35 a.m., a 2006 Pontiac G6 four-door driven by VENEZA RODRIGUEZ, age 20, from Ontario, was stopped at the stop sign on Highway 20 at the intersection with Highway 201N. As a 2006 Kenworth truck driven by GUADALUPE RIOS, age 53, from Nyssa, approached southbound on Highway 201N, the Pontiac pulled out to turn left and into the path of the commercial truck when it was struck.

After impact, both vehicles traveled together nearly 200 yards to the south of the intersection before separating. The Pontiac came to rest in a bordering irrigation ditch. The truck and trailer came to a stop in the northbound lanes.

RODRIGUEZ was pronounced deceased at the scene. She was using safety restraints.

RIOS was not injured and was also using safety restraints.

OSP was assisted at the scene by Malheur County Sheriff's Office, Bureau of Land Management, Ontario Fire & Rescue, and ODOT. The highway was closed six hours with a detour in place.

Photographs - Oregon State Police

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SALEM, Ore. - The Oregon National Guard celebrated Armed Forces Day to honor all military members in a ceremony at the State Capitol Mall in Salem, Ore., May 16.

The event featured military equipment displays from various units throughout the Oregon National Guard and a Howitzer salute by the Oregon Army National Guard's 2-218 Field Artillery Battalion. The Oregon Army National Guard's 234th Army Band and high school Junior ROTC teams from local communities were also featured.

In addition to honoring all military members, the event will also honor Korean War veterans to commemorate the 60th anniversary of the Korean Armistice Agreement.

Armed Forces Day was originally created in 1949 to honor Americans serving in all of the branches of the military, and was designated as an official holiday in 1962 by President John F. Kennedy.

Photo Captions:
DSC_6391: Oregon Army National Guard Soldiers, Pfc. Jackie Gray (left) and Sgt. Angela O'Brien (right), of Charlie Company 141 Brigade Support Battalion, pose with local pre-school kids for a photo in front of a military ambulance during Armed Forces Day festivities, May 16, at the Capitol Mall in Salem, Ore. The day of celebration included equipment displays from various units throughout the Oregon National Guard. (Photo by Ursulla Bischoff, Oregon Military Department Public Affairs)

DSC_6404: Oregon Army National Guard Soldiers teach high school Junior ROTC cadets how to properly carry a medical evacuation litter during Armed Forces Day festivities, May 16, at the Capitol Mall in Salem, Ore. The day of celebration included equipment displays from various units throughout the Oregon National Guard. (Photo by Ursulla Bischoff, Oregon Military Department Public Affairs)

130516-Z-OT568-101: Richard G. Kidd IV (left), Deputy Assistant Secretary of the Army (Energy and Sustainability), presents Maj. Gen. Raymond F. Rees, Adjutant General, Oregon, with an award recognizing Oregon's efforts to achieve Net Zero water goals for sustainability at the Camp Rilea installation in Warrenton, Ore. The award was presented during Armed Forces Day festivities at the Capitol Mall in Salem, Ore., May 16. (Photo by Staff Sgt. April Davis, Oregon Military Department Public Affairs)

130516-Z-OT568-116: Oregon Governor John Kitzhaber recognizes Oregon National Guard Airmen and Soldiers who recently returned from overseas deployments during the Armed Forces Day celebration, May 16, at the Capitol Mall, in Salem, Ore. From left: Tech. Sgt. Alan Baker, Senior Master Sgt. Cody Pemberton, Capt. Scot Berg, and Staff Sgt. Sarah Summers. (Photo by Staff Sgt. April Davis, Oregon Military Department Public Affairs)


Attached Media Files: 2013-05/962/64370/130516-Z-OT568-116.JPG , 2013-05/962/64370/130516-Z-OT568-101.JPG , 2013-05/962/64370/DSC_6404.JPG , 2013-05/962/64370/DSC_6391.JPG

The Smoke Management Review Committee will discuss the tracking of emission reduction techniques and alternatives to forest prescribed burning, proposed Special Protection Zone changes, Class I Wilderness Area protection, and other items when it meets in Salem on May 23.

The Committee includes representatives of the public, federal agencies, the forest industry, air quality regulators and small woodland owners. The members are knowledgeable about smoke management issues and Oregon's Smoke Management Plan. The Oregon departments of Environmental Quality and Forestry provide staff support to the Committee.

Oregon's Smoke Management Program objectives consist of providing maximum opportunity for essential forestland burning, while preventing smoke from accumulating in smoke-sensitive receptor areas and other areas sensitive to smoke. After timber harvest, forest landowners may reduce the risk of wildfire through controlled or "prescribed" burning of unmarketable tree residue commonly known as slash. This removes potential fuel for a wildfire. It also prepares the logged site for replanting by releasing nutrients and removing vegetation that would otherwise compete with the young trees.

Burning in the fall shortly after wildfire danger subsides reduces smoke emissions and enables more complete removal of slash.

Department of Forestry meteorologists monitor weather conditions throughout spring and fall as they coordinate hundreds of burning requests from private and public forest landowners. This oversight helps minimize smoke intrusions into communities. Management of forest fuels through prescribed burning greatly reduces the risk of large wildfires that can pump thousands of tons of carbon into the atmosphere.

The meeting will be held from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Old Board Room - Building B, Oregon Department of Forestry headquarters, 2600 State St, in Salem.

The meeting is open to the public, and public comment will be taken at 11 a.m.

For more information on Oregon's Smoke Management Plan, go to the Department of Forestry's website, www.oregon.gov/odf/Pages/fire/fire.aspx#Smoke_Management_Information.

The Canby City Council presented Judith Anne Patterson with a posthumous Home Town Hero Award at their meeting on May 15th. The award was received on Patterson's behalf by her son Sean.

Patterson was nominated by the City of Canby's Transit Advisory Committee for the Home Town Hero Award for her Community Involvement. Which included service on the Transit Advisory Committee, Fund raising for the Relay for Life, Canby Adult Center activities and numerous other community activities.


Attached Media Files: Letter of Nomination , Press Release , Mayor, Sean Patterson and the Award plaque , Judy Patterson March 24, 1943 to May 15, 2012

The Oregon State Marine Board approved increases in grant funding for the City of Warrenton's Hammond Marina repaving project, and the Boardman Parks and Recreation District's parking rehabilitation project. The Board also approved extending the timeline for the Santiam Rest Area boat ramp replacement project at their quarterly Board meeting held via teleconference on May 14 at the Marine Board Office in Salem. Additionally, the Board approved opening permanent rulemaking for the TriMet Bridge Construction project on the Willamette River.

The boating facility grant award changes include:
* City of Warrenton, Hammond Marina repaving project -an additional $200,000 in state boater funds to complete repaving, striping, and reconfigured maneuvering area. The City is contributing an additional $7,500 in cash for an amended total grant of $560,800.
* Boardman Parks & Recreation District parking rehabilitation project -an additional $22,500 in state boater funds to complete curbing, paving, parking islands, and storm water containment area. The amended total grant is $226,760.
* ODOT's Santiam Rest Area ramp replacement project -Marine Board staff recommended extending the project to June 30, 2015, and subject to Legislative approval of the agency's 2013-2015 budget, add $108,529 in state boater funds from the 2013-2015 Round One funding cycle. This will allow time for permitting, bid solicitation, and construction of a new ramp west of the I-5 southbound bridge. Combined with $312,061 in federal Sport Fish Restoration funds, the amended total grant is $420,590. This new ramp is in a location that will allow boat anglers low water access and is not subject to the same sediment and deposition as the previous ramp, capable of providing year-round access.

The Board also approved opening permanent rulemaking for the Portland-Milwaukie Light Rail Bridge Project. Last year's Slow -No Wake zone 500 feet upstream and 500 feet downstream of the bridge construction project expired in December 2012. Since temporary bridges are still in-place and construction is continuing, agency staff and TriMet requested the Board initiate permanent rulemaking to re-adopt the Slow -No Wake zone until September 30, 2014. This timeline corresponds with the US Coast Guard's safety zone that was established for this project. The Board recommended rule language to identify an early sunset to the rule should the temporary construction bridges be removed earlier. A temporary rule was filed on May 8, 2013 and will be effective through October 2013.

The Marine Board is funded entirely by motorized boat registrations, motorboat fuel tax and receives federal funding to support services to boaters. Eighty-six cents of every dollar are returned to boaters in the form of law enforcement services, boat ramps, restrooms (floating and landside), parking, boarding floats, and boating safety education and outreach materials.
The next quarterly Board meeting will be held June 25 and 26 at the Marine Board office in Salem. For more information, visit http://www.oregon.gov/OSMB/Pages/admin/members.aspx.
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On May 16, 2013, members of the Southwest Regional SWAT Team, Gresham SWAT Team and Lower Columbia SWAT team executed 3 search warrants for evidence of Felony Assault II and racially motivated Malicious Harassment for an incident that occurred on March 18, 2013 at the Quarter Deck Bar (4300 E Fourth Plain Blvd) in Vancouver.

In the March 18th incident, it was reported that a disturbance was occurring at the bar and a gun was brandished, causing the patrons of the bar to be in fear for their safety. The suspects departed prior to police arrival.

Members from the SW Washington Interagency Gang Enforcement Team followed up with the investigation and as a result established probable cause for the arrest of:

Brent Luyster, 8/19/1980, 15802 NE 9th Circle Vancouver
Robert Luyster, 12/07/1981, 2111 E Mill PL Blvd Vancouver
Donald McElfish, 7/23/1950, 2801 Lewis River Road, Woodland

Search warrants were conducted at each of the listed subject's residence and they were taken into custody and booked into the Clark County Jail.

This case is still under investigation and no further information is available for release at this time.

The Oregon Business Association Board of Directors recently elected four new members. They will serve three-year terms.

"We are very appreciative of these skilled leaders and their willingness to volunteer on behalf of OBA in support of our advocacy for the long-term enhancement of Oregon's business climate," said OBA President Ryan Deckert. "OBA is lucky to have one of the strongest Board of Directors in the state, thanks to this type of leadership talent, expertise and diversity. These new members certainly enhance our mission to ensure Oregon's continued economic competitiveness and increase our ability to make a positive difference for all Oregonians."

Newly elected board members include Wendy Collie, President and CEO, New Seasons Market; Jill Eiland, Corporate Affairs Manager, Intel Corporation; Mel Sears, P.E., PMP, Principal Area Manager and Vice President, Parsons Brinckerhoff; and Sam Tannahill, Founder and Director of Viticulture and Winemaking, A to Z Wineworks.

Bios

Wendy Collie: Portland resident Wendy Collie was named President and CEO of New Seasons Market, a 12-store, locally owned & operated grocer, in January 2013. She was most recently President of Consumer Business for Knowledge Universe. She dedicates time to volunteer with non-profit organizations, including teaching a course on women in leadership and mentoring MBA students at the University of Washington. Wendy holds a Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration from the University of California, Santa Barbara.


Jill Eiland: As Corporate Affairs Manager for Intel, Corp., Jill Eiland leads the media relations, government relations, community relations, philanthropy, and education outreach team for the Northwest Region. Prior to joining Intel in 2006, she was vice president of corporate communications for Knowledge Learning Corporation, the director of government and public relations for KinderCare Learning Centers, and vice president of The Rockey Company. A native Oregonian, Jill graduated from Oregon State university and earned an M.B.A. from George Washington University.

Mel Sears, P.E., PMP: As Principal Area Manager and Vice President for Parsons Brinkerhoff, Inc. in Portland, Mel Sears is responsible for all business functions for the company in Oregon and Southwest Washington. Mel is former President of the American Council of Engineering Companies of Oregon, former President of the American Society of Civil Engineers and is an active member of the Oregon Association of Minority Entrepreneurs, amongst many other civic engagement roles.

Sam Tannahill: In 2002, Sam Tannahill founded A to Z Wineworks with his wife, Cheryl Francis, and partners Bill and Deb Hatcher. He holds a degree in East Asian Studies from Washington and Lee University and a post-graduate degree in winemaking from the University de Dijon. Sam serves on the Oregon Wine Board, the Oregon Winegrowers Association Board, the Willamette Valley Winery Association Board, the Oregon Wine Research Institute Board and is a past member of the International Pinot Noir Celebration Board.

(Photos attached)

About OBA
Oregon Business Association is the state's most effective advocate for the long-term enhancement of Oregon's business climate. Formed by a group of Oregon business leaders, OBA provides bipartisan, statewide business leadership that strives to ensure Oregon's continued economic competitiveness. Today, more than 300 businesses, from Portland to Boardman, from homegrown to Fortune 500, have joined to support OBA's commitment to a healthy economy for all Oregonians.
OBA-Online.org


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*** Governor Kitzhaber joins child safety advocates around the country by signing proclamation announcing May 25, 2013 as "Missing Children's Awareness Day" in Oregon ***

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A 5th grader at Milwaukie's Linwood Elementary School received a surprise today when the Oregon State Police (OSP) Missing Children's Clearinghouse announced her poster was selected to represent Oregon in the national Missing Children's Day Poster Contest. In addition to a pizza party held for her and about 20 classmates, Oregon Governor John Kitzhaber sent a letter that was read congratulating her on the winning poster and for helping to raise awareness about child safety.

On May 16, 2013, OSP Missing Children's Clearinghouse Program Analyst Julie Willard announced that ZION BROOKS' winning poster was selected to represent Oregon and had been sent to the Department of Justice for national judging and selection with posters submitted from around the country. The Missing Children's Day Poster Contest is an annual event for fifth grade students providing an opportunity for schools, law enforcement, and other community organizations to engage children and their parents in discussions about child safety.

During the presentation, a letter from Governor John Kitzhaber was read to her class commending Zion for her winning entry and involvement with local communities in being part of the solution to keep kids safe.

"Oregon is proud that you'll be representing our state and we wish you the best of luck," wrote Kitzhaber.

Governor Kitzhaber also joined child safety advocates around the country by signing a proclamation announcing May 25, 2013 as "Missing Children's Awareness Day" in Oregon. During the month of May, families around the country are encouraged to take 25 minutes to talk to their children about safety and abduction prevention as part of the Take 25 (www.Take25.org) national child safety campaign. A list of 25 safety tips for parents that can help save a child's life is included with this news release.

May 25 has been observed as National Missing Children's Day since it was first proclaimed by President Ronald Reagan in 1983. This date is the anniversary of the day in 1979 when 6-year-old Etan Patz disappeared from a New York street corner on his way to school; a story that captivated the nation. Etan's photo, taken by his father, was circulated nationwide and appeared in media across the country and around the world. This powerful image has come to symbolize the anguish and trauma of thousands of searching families.

As of April 2013, Oregon's Law Enforcement Data System (LEDS) records contained information regarding 401 kids under the age of 18 listed as missing in LEDS/NCIC. About 90% of the listed missing children are runaways.

The remaining listed children are missing under circumstances indicating his/her physical safety may be in danger or their disappearance was not voluntary.

According to the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children (NCMEC), every year in America, an estimated 800,000 children are reported missing, more than 2,000 children each day. Of that number, 200,000 are abducted by family members and 58,000 are abducted by non-family members, for which the primary motive is sexual. Each year, 115 children are the victims of the most serious abductions; they are taken by non-family members and either murdered, ransomed or taken with the intent to keep.

An analysis of attempted abduction cases by NCMEC found that in 81 percent of the cases, the child escaped would-be abductors through their own actions. Twenty-eight percent actively resisted (yelling, kicking, pulling away, running away or attracting attention) while 53% recognized something was not right and responded by walking or running away.

"Spend time with your kids, set appropriate limits, and help them make good choices. It is important to take the time to talk to your children about safety." said Willard.

Fortunately last month, two reports of children missing in Molalla and Gresham just days apart ended with both being found safe. During the most serious incidents when a child is abducted, Oregon's AMBER Alert program is a critical missing child response program utilizing the resources of law enforcement and media to engage the public's help to find a child as quickly as possible. Information about Oregon's AMBER Alert program is available on the OSP website at http://www.oregon.gov/OSP/AMBERALERT/index.shtml.

Several months ago, the Wireless Emergency Alert (WEA) Program replaced the Wireless AMBER Alert Program to help distribute AMBER Alerts throughout the country. Also known as Commercial Mobile Alert System (CMAS) or Personal Localized Alerting Network (PLAN), WEA is a national emergency alert system that sends text-like messages to users' WEA-capable mobile devices. The program may send out cellphone alerts in the form of sounds and beeps when an AMBER Alert is issued in an area of activated cell towers. Oregon's first WEA use occurred in January 2013 when a 5-year old boy was abducted in The Dalles and recovered safe about an hour after the AMBER Alert activation.

The Missing Children's Day Poster Contest is promoted in Oregon by the OSP Missing Children's Clearinghouse. Fifth grade teachers interested in participating in next year's contest can contact Julie Willard at (503) 934-0188 or Julie.willard@state.or.us.

To view last year's winning entries submitted from 41 states and the District of Columbia among the thousands entered by fifth graders across the country:
http://mecptraining.org/2012/05/2012-poster/.

More information, including photos and background information about some of Oregon's missing children, is available at http://www.oregon.gov/OSP/MCC/pages/index.aspx.

Links:
Photographs - Oregon State Police (Note: Family photo left to right: Stepfather Moddie Sesson; Zion Brooks; and, Mother Lisha Melifeng)
Copy of Governor Kitzhaber's letter and proclamation
Image of Selected Poster

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Attached Media Files: 2013-05/1002/64359/2013_Gov_Letter_Poster_Winner.pdf , 2013-05/1002/64359/2013_Gov_MIssing_Kids_Proclamation.pdf , 2013-05/1002/64359/2013_Poster_Contest_Winner.pdf , 2013-05/1002/64359/Zion_Brooks.2.jpg , 2013-05/1002/64359/051613.Poster_family.JPG

The Portland Police Bureau, in cooperation with Crime Stoppers of Oregon, is asking for the public's help in solving a robbery in Northeast Portland.

On May 1, 2013, at approximately 1:30 a.m., North Precinct officers responded to Maddys, located at 11252 Northeast Sandy Boulevard, on the report of a strong-arm robbery.

Officers spoke with the victim who told police that he was playing video poker and had won a sum of money that he placed inside his wallet.

The suspect approached the victim from behind, reached over him and grabbed the wallet out of the victim's hand. The two struggled over the wallet but the suspect was able to force the wallet out of the victim's grip and run out the door.

The suspect was last seen running southbound on 112th Avenue from Sandy Boulevard.

The suspect is described as a white male in his 30s, 5'10" tall, 275 pounds, brown hair, blue eyes, wearing a black hoodie and dark-colored jeans.

A surveillance photo of the suspect is being released to assist in his identification.

Crime Stoppers is offering a cash reward of up to $1,000 for information, reported to Crime Stoppers, that leads to an arrest in this case, or any unsolved felony, and you can remain anonymous.

Leave a Crime Stoppers tip online at http://www.crimestoppersoforegon.com , text CRIMES (274637) and in the subject line put 823HELP, followed by your tip, or call 503-823-HELP (4357) and leave your tip information.

Visit http://www.tipsoft.com to download the Crime Stoppers App for the iPhone or Droid.

Investigator:
Det. Chris Brace
Portland Police Bureau
Chris.Brace@PortlandOregon.gov

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Attached Media Files: 2013-05/3056/64362/13-34671.jpg

Please reference Clackamas County Sheriff's Office Case #13-14774

An eagle-eyed off-duty deputy helped the Clackamas County Sheriff's Office make a burglary arrest in Estacada on Wednesday.

At approximately 11:20 a.m. on Wednesday, May 15, Sheriff's Office deputies responded to a report of a burglary in progress at the former Safari Club ( http://legendarysafariclub.com/ ), located at 116 SE 4th Ave. in Estacada. Off-duty Deputy Daniel Moyer had contacted dispatch after witnessing a suspicious person exiting of the Safari Club with a large heavy brown suitcase and a backpack before leaving the crime scene with a bicycle.

The Safari Club owners are in the process of vacating the building, but the address still contains items of value the owners are in the process of removing.

Deputies contacted and detained the suspect -- Jonathan Ray Hogenson, 32, of Estacada. Deputies have identified him as a person of interest in several other Sheriff's Office burglary investigations in the area.

The off-duty deputy had reportedly witnessed suspect Hogenson exit the former Safari Club with the heavy suitcase and backpack. The deputy then reportedly watched Hogenson use his bicycle pedal to support the weight of the suitcase while walking it over to the suspect's mother's house on Forest Road.

Deputies recovered the suitcase and backpack from the back porch of Hogenson's mother's residence and examined their contents. Meanwhile, investigation at the Safari Club revealed two separate forced entries, evidence of cut metal, damage to a walk-in cooler, and other clues.

Items inside the suitcase were identified as property of the Safari Club owners and returned.

Hogenson was booked into Clackamas County Jail on a charge of Burglary II. His bail was set at $15,000. Inmate info can be found at http://www.clackamas.us/safetyapp/inmates/inmate.jsp?in=2013014774

ADDITIONAL TIPS SOUGHT

The Sheriff's Office is seeking any additional clues involving this or other possible burglaries committed by Jonathan Ray Hogenson, 32, of Estacada.

Anyone with information is urged to contact the Clackamas County Sheriff's Office's confidential Tip Line -- by telephone at 503-723-4949, or by using the online e-mail form at http://www.clackamas.us/sheriff/forms/tip.html . Please reference Clackamas County Sheriff's Office Case #13-14774

The public can also submit crime-tip text messages to the Clackamas County Sheriff's Office from a cell phone. All users have to do is send a text message to CRIMES (274637 on your phone keypad) -- with the keyword CCSO as the first word in the message body.

Important reminder: Please do not send emergency messages using the text-messaging system -- in case of an emergency, call 911.

Please reference Clackamas County Sheriff's Office Case #13-14774.

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Attached Media Files: Safari Club , Suspect Jonathan Ray Hogenson, 32, of Estacada

A state Board of Forestry subcommittee will hold a telephone conference call on May 30 to continue its work concerning the management of federal forestlands in Oregon. The four-member panel will be briefed on a concept for a partnership between the federal and state governments to increase the pace and scale of management on the "dry-side" forests east of the Cascade Mountains. Continued discussion of a set of principles for the federal forests is also on the agenda.

The subcommittee was formed in January to explore means of ongoing board engagement in federal forest management issues, in concert with Gov. John Kitzhaber and other public policy leaders. Oregon encompasses 30 million acres of forestland, of which more than 18 million acres are federally owned.

The phone conference meeting will run from 3:30-5 p.m. at the Oregon Department of Forestry headquarters office, in the Clatsop Room - Building C, 2600 State St., in Salem. Members of the public may attend the meeting in person.

ABOUT THE BOARD
The Board of Forestry consists of seven citizens nominated by the governor and confirmed by the Oregon Senate. Responsibilities include appointing the state forester, setting management direction for state-owned forests, adopting rules governing timber harvest and other practices on private forestland, and promoting sustainable management of Oregon's 30 million-acre forestland base.

More information about the board is available at: www.oregon.gov/odf/Pages/board/index.aspx

Lake Oswego, Ore. -- May 13, 2013 --Westside Christian High School celebrated the groundbreaking of their new school site on Monday, May 6. The new property is conveniently located at the intersection of Hwy 217 and 99.

The event was an opportunity to honor and thank people and organizations who have played an instrumental role in assisting Westside in the identification of the site, the funding of the purchase and project expenses, as well as the actual design, renovation, and construction of the new school.

A crowd of well over 400 attendees received an overview of the journey that Westside has taken to get to this stage of fulfilling their dream of having their own facility. "The path to this location has not necessarily been easy or direct," said Westside president Andy Sears. He went on to describe the aggressive 7-year process to find just the right location and walk through the necessary approvals for a zone change and the issuance of a conditional use permit. Once the current City Bible Church location was identified, the Westside team worked in earnest to put together a comprehensive funding plan that would make the project a reality.

"We could not have done this without key partnerships with the Mission Increase Foundation, Aequitas Capital Management, the M.J. Murdock Charitable Trust, Capital Pacific Bank, and a number of very supportive donors," said Sears.

Westside Christian High School has leased property for the past 31 years. While Westside administrators were able to make that facility model work for over three decades, they realized that not having a site of their own was constraining the impact of the school's mission.

"The new site will have space to accommodate an expanded program offering and open our facility to organizations within the community enhancing the impact of our school's mission," Sears said. "This plan to develop collaborative partnerships with other organizations in this space was particularly attractive to Aequitas and their philanthropic goals. We've been working for nearly 2 years to identify some initial partners who mirror our vision. Aequitas generously partnered with us to purchase the property because they recognize that the property is strategically situated up on the hill above 99W and 217 and want to help it become a beacon in the community."

Substantial renovation of the existing structure is underway. Specialty classrooms will be created for science, visual arts, choir, and drama; hallways widened; and classrooms resized. Additionally, a new gymnasium, fitness center, shower/locker rooms, two science labs, and a library and technology information center will be built. Westside plans to move in to the new site next year.

The total estimated cost for the purchase, site development, renovation, and new construction is $12.2 million. The school is currently in a campaign to raise the final $225,000 needed for this phase of the project.

"While our new site is exciting, Westside is about more than bricks and mortar," said Westside Principal Steve Pringle. "Equipping the whole student to lead with purpose and humility has been central to the school's approach since its founding 31 years ago. Having our own facility will provide more flexibility and expand our opportunities to offer unique leadership opportunities on campus."

Prospective families can call Admissions Director Brett Meyers at 503.697.4711 to see architectural renderings of the new site so they can visualize the final product.


Attached Media Files: L to R Gretchen Buehner, City Councilor, City of Tigard Steve Reiff, Co-founder, SRC Software/Westside Christian High School Board Member Todd Hess, Presidend, Todd Hess Construction Trent Combs, Oregon Director, Mission Increase Foundation Andy Sears, P

On Friday May 17, 2013, at 1:30 p.m., the Portland Police Bureau G.R.E.A.T. Program will be honoring students at Atkinson School, located at 5800 Southeast Division Street.

Officer Christina Hansen-Tuma will be celebrating the graduation and honoring the students hard work and achievement in the G.R.E.A.T. Program.

G.R.E.A.T. stands for Gang Resistance Education And Training. The G.R.E.A.T. Program is a school-based, law enforcement officer-instructed classroom curriculum. With prevention as its primary objective, the program is intended as an immunization against delinquency, youth violence, and gang membership.

Media is invited to attend this special event and is asked to check in with the office before attending the graduation.

To learn more about the G.R.E.A.T. Program, contact Officer Mike Paresa at (503) 823-2186 or Mike.Paresa@PortlandOregon.gov.

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Attached Media Files: 2013-05/3056/64357/G.R.E.A.T._Logo.jpg

PR 20 13

BONNEVILLE POWER ADMINISTRATION
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Thursday, May 16, 2013
CONTACT: Doug Johnson, 503-230-5840 or
503-230-5131


Energy balancing rate settlement signals commitment to work on broader solutions

Portland, Ore. - As the region looks for more effective ways to integrate wind and other renewable energy sources, the Bonneville Power Administration and its customers have agreed to settle the portion of BPA's rate case that defines charges for balancing services, or generation inputs, that maintain a constant balance of the energy produced and energy consumed.

"BPA and the parties involved in this portion of the rate case admirably collaborated and compromised to reach this settlement agreement," said BPA Administrator Bill Drummond. "We have a challenge ahead of us, but I am confident we can work together to find innovative and less costly energy balancing solutions."

The agreement calls for BPA and rate case parties to set aside new legal and regulatory action until September 30, 2015, which is the end of the upcoming rate period. This will allow the region to work together and focus on long-term sustainable solutions to these challenging issues. The settlement provides time for the region to develop energy scheduling options and other tools expected to significantly reduce renewable resource integration costs.

Settlement highlights include:

* Removal of three proposed formula rates that created legal contention and cost uncertainty. The formula rates would have passed on the costs of procuring third-party resources to augment balancing reserves. They were replaced with fixed rates and an established acquisition budget that alleviates the cost uncertainty.
* A $2 million annual budget to augment BPA balancing services when operational constraints cause BPA to lower the amount of balancing reserves it would otherwise provide;
* A BPA commitment to implement two 15-minute scheduling options as soon as feasible. Traditional power plants provide such steady output that utilities have long bought and sold electricity on an hourly basis. But wind and other variable resources are changing that because the energy they produce can vary sharply within mere minutes. More frequent scheduling can help lower costs by reducing reserve requirements.
* A mid-rate period election opportunity for customers to change to self-supply reserves, "dynamically" schedule a resource out of BPA's system or switch to one of several options to more frequently schedule energy deliveries. This flexibility offers customers an additional opportunity to reduce integration costs.
* Billing for dispatchable energy resources using a 5-minute measurement, which should allow these resources to lower their integration costs when compared to the presently applied 1-minute billing interval.

BPA and party signatories had until May 6 to sign the agreement. One party objected to the agreement. Its stated objection to the settlement proposal identifying each issue it chose to preserve in the ongoing rate proceeding is available at:

https://www.bpa.gov/secure/RateCase/openfile.aspx?fileName=Powerex_BP-14_Settlement+Response.pdf&contentType=application%2fpdf.

All of the settlement rates applicable to variable energy resources are lower than the rates BPA originally proposed after accounting for the elimination of the formula rates. Three of the four variable energy rates are lower than today's equivalent rates. Details are available in the Administrator's Record of Decision at:

https://www.bpa.gov/secure/RateCase/openfile.aspx?fileName=Final+ROD+on+Gen+Inputs+Settlement.pdf&contentType=application%2fpdf

The BP-14 rate case began in November 2012 and will conclude in late July. BPA will file the final rate proposal with the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission in late July 2013 for interim approval for the rates to be effective Oct. 1, 2013. The rate period ends Sept. 30, 2015.

BPA is a nonprofit federal agency that markets renewable hydropower from federal Columbia River dams, operates three-quarters of high-voltage transmission lines in the Northwest and funds one of the largest wildlife protection and restoration programs in the world. BPA and its partners have also saved enough electricity through energy efficiency projects to power four large American cities. For more information, contact us at 503-230-5131 or visit our website at www.bpa.gov.

The Community Foundation for Southwest Washington has named Jim and Kay McClaskey the 2013 Philanthropists of the Year. They will be recognized at the Community Foundation's Annual Luncheon, Better Together, on Tuesday, May 21, 2013 at the Hilton Vancouver Washington. The "no-ask" event, presented by Heritage Bank, is open to the public. Those interested in attending should call 360.694.2550 for ticket information.

Jim and Kay McClaskey have called Clark County home for almost 40 years, and their civic involvement has contributed greatly to our quality of life. The two of them have volunteered with a number of local nonprofits as board members and helping hands. Now, officially retired, they continue their commitments through consistent charitable gifts to those same nonprofits.

This loyalty is a result of the personal passion they injected into their philanthropic undertakings. Sustainability is an organizational ideal they emphasized over the years and it has ensured that their efforts are still making an impact in southwest Washington to this day. Kay first championed this concept when the McClaskey children entered school. While they became invested in district standards and programming as parents, Kay also began volunteering with and giving to the Foundation for Vancouver Public Schools. Here, as a board member, she helped serve thousands of children over the years and became a champion for creating an Administrative Fund for operations.

"We've been fortunate enough to support causes with our time and resources," Kay McClaskey said. "Creating and supporting administrative endowments that ensure sustainable operations at local nonprofits have been a priority for us for many years."

The McClaskey's contributions have largely followed their involvement, which has established their reputation as engaged philanthropists. That means they often reinforce their generous giving with equally formative contributions of time and talent. Another example of this leadership arose when Jim pushed forward the idea of building a local hospice care facility during a PeaceHealth Southwest Medical Center Foundation board meeting. That seed grew into the Ray Hickey Hospice House in 2004, which has since offered local families a warm, inviting environment for exceptional end-of-life care. His board service also came during a major fundraising campaign, which helped to expand programs to vulnerable populations and provided a new patient care tower.

Another project near and dear to the McClaskey's also grew from their involvement with the Peacehealth Southwest Medical Center. The Stepping Stones Family Bereavement Retreat is a weekend haven for healing that specializes in helping children grieve the death of their loved ones. Since 2007, the McClaskey's have been the sole support for this camp, which has allowed more than 450 family members to heal through art, writing and other guided activities. Ultimately, the children come to a better understanding of their grief and find a level of closure that is often difficult for youth to experience on their own. Each year, the McClaskey's visit for closing ceremonies and are moved by the emotional impacts of the retreat in the lives of the children and families it serves.

"For us, helping families heal and find hope brings overwhelming happiness," Jim McClaskey said. "We believe the Stepping Stones Family Bereavement Retreat is the only camp in our area, and possibly the nation, where the whole family participates--not just the one grieving."

The McClaskey's philanthropy includes support for many causes, specifically local issues and the organizations addressing them. Their enduring support for children's issues and health and human services has inspired the majority of their contributions. This includes ongoing gifts to the Free Clinic for Southwest Washington, which increases access to health care in our region; to Share for alleviating poverty and homelessness; and to the Children's Center, which provides mental health services to children and families. Equally important, are their gifts to organizations such as the Boys and Girls Clubs of Southwest Washington, the Clark College Foundation, Clark County Food Bank, Clark County Historical Society, Columbia Land Trust, the Fort Vancouver National Trust, the Parks Foundation of Clark County, Oregon Health Sciences University, the United Way, the Columbia River Maritime Museum, University of Oregon and Willamette University.


Philanthropists of the Year Award

The Philanthropist of the Year award recognizes and celebrates individuals, foundations and corporations that have demonstrated outstanding charitable leadership and whose generosity is an example to others in the community. Former award recipients are Leslie Durst, E.W. Firstenburg, Steve and Jo Marie Hansen, Lee and Connie Kearney, Wes and Nancy Lematta, Ed and Dollie Lynch, David and Patricia Nierenberg, Steve and Jan Oliva, Joe Pauletto; Teresa Pauletto, Margaret Pulliam and the Ray Hickey Foundation.


About the Community Foundation for Southwest Washington

Established in 1984, The Community Foundation helps a broad cross section of citizens build stronger communities through effective philanthropy. One of the nation's 700 community foundations, it is a tax-exempt, public charity that primarily serves southwest Washington. The Foundation holds nearly 280 distinct Funds, ranging in size from $10,000 to nearly $6 million, which are pooled, managed and invested to generate growth and income for granting purposes. Governed by a volunteer Board of local leaders, the Foundation offers services to donors and nonprofit organizations, as well as a wide range of benefits to the community.

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Attached Media Files: Kay and Jim McClaskey, longtime Clark County residents, will be honored for their extensive philanthropic contributions to the communities of southwest Washington.

OREGON VIRTUAL ACADEMY

NOTICE OF REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS
May 22, 2013 @ 6:00 p.m.

Oregon Virtual Academy Board Members are hereby notified that a Regular Meeting of the Board will be held at 400 Virginia Ave Suite 210, North Bend, Oregon and via teleconference
1-888-824-5783 x90095991# and via Elluminate at http://tinyurl.com/BoardORVA.

May 16, 2013

A report presented to the Oregon Health Policy Board today provided information on key health and financial metrics for the Oregon Health Plan. The metrics will be used to help drive improvement and innovation under the state's health system transformation plan.

"This report brings more transparency and accountability to health care by showing us where we are starting and where we need to go," said Gov. John Kitzhaber. "I am confident that together we can make Oregon's health system transformation a success and meet our goals for better health, better care and lower costs."

The metrics provided show statewide data on everything from how often women receive pre-natal care to how often people use the emergency room for care that could be done better and more affordably elsewhere. The list was created by a nine-member stakeholder committee.

The first coordinated care organizations (CCO) began serving Oregon Health Plan clients in August of 2012 and were brought online throughout the year. The report takes data from 2011 - before CCOs were started - and compares it to benchmarks for each metric. The state's health system transformation plan calls for closing the gap between all baselines and benchmarks within 10 years.

The report also includes stories about innovations happening statewide and in each coordinated care organization.

"This is how we transform the health care system. Set clear goals to improve the quality of care and let each local community work together to meet those goals in the way that works best for the people they serve," says Bruce Goldberg, director of the Oregon Health Authority.

The report can be found at www.health.oregon.gov

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News Release

Act now and save! Festival passes selling briskly
Waterfront Blues Festival extends early-bird pricing through Friday, May 31

PORTLAND, Ore. (May 16, 2013) - Waiting to get your pass to the 2013 Safeway Waterfront Blues Festival? You're in luck. The festival has extended early-bird pricing through May 31. But hurry. Passes are selling briskly, and prices increase June 1.

The 2013 Safeway Waterfront Blues Festival, presented by First Tech Federal Credit Union, will feature more than 125 performances on four stages, including Rock & Roll Hall-of-Famer Eric Burdon & the Animals, John Hiatt & the Combo, the young and inventive Hot 8 Brass Band, soul singer Allen Stone, Karl Denson's Tiny Universe and more.

The Waterfront Blues Festival also includes July 4th fireworks, seven Delta Music Experiences Blues Cruises on the Willamette River, Zydeco Swamp Romp, Swing Dance Competition, After Hours All-Stars concerts at the Marriott Grand Ballroom, workshops, dances and more.

Entry on the first three days of the festival - July 4, 5 and 6 - remains a suggested donation of at least $10 plus two cans of food per person per day.

New this year
But due to space limitations, a festival pass is required to attend the high-powered Sensational Sunday, July 7.

That sensational day will include legendary gospel and blues singer Mavis Staples; Grammy Award-winning Taj Mahal Trio; "sacred steel" virtuoso Robert Randolph & the Family Band; and, for the closing act, former Led Zeppelin vocalist and songwriter Robert Plant presents the Sensational Space Shifters.

"People will be talking about Sensational Sunday for years. You won't want to miss it," said Golino de Lovato, director of development, Oregon Food Bank.

Festival passes include entry to the entire four-day festival, plus a variety of other benefits.

The Blues Basic Pass covers more than 100 performances on all four days - including Sensational Sunday. Early-bird pricing is just $50 and gets you priority re-entry every day of the festival. The price will increase to $60 beginning June 1, 2013.

Blues Basic Passes are selling at a fast clip. The Patron Pass, Benefactor Pass and Blues Buddy pass are almost sold out.

Visit www.waterfrontbluesfest.com or TicketTomato.com for tickets and passes.

100 percent of all donations support Oregon Food Bank's mission: to eliminate hunger and its root causes ... because no one should be hungry.

A few highlights

* Thursday, July 4: July 4th fireworks, Joe Louis Walker, MarchFourth Marching Band, Too Slim & the Taildraggers, Dusty 45s, Tad Robinson, Ray Bonneville, Soul Vaccination with Chester Thompson, Harmonica Blow-off, Journey to Memphis Competition, DK Stewart Sextet, United by Music, Huckle.

* Friday, July 5: Eric Burdon & the Animals, Karl Denson's Tiny Universe, Allen Stone, Hot 8 Brass Band, Chubby Carrier & the Bayou Swamp Band, Lil' Wayne & Same Ol' 2-Step, Sandi Thom, Eldridge Gravy & the Court Supreme, Karen Lovely's Prohibition Orchestra, Sultans of Slide, Worth, My Own Holiday, Mighty Mojo Prophets, Kevin Selfe Big Band.

* Saturday, July 6: John Hiatt & the Combo, North Mississippi Allstars, Nikki Hill, Danny Click & the Hell Yeahs!, Kelly's Lot, Blind Boy Paxton, Scott Pemberton, David Vest, Zydeco Swamp Romp with Chubby Carrier & the Bayou Swamp Band, Horace Trahan & Ossun Express, Lil' Wayne & Same Ol' 2-Step, Pine Leaf Boys.

* Sensational Sunday, July 7: Robert Plant presents the Sensational Space Shifters, Taj Mahal Trio, Mavis Staples, Robert Randolph & the Family Band, John Primer & the Real Deal Blues Band, Kim Massie with the Solomon Douglas Orchestra, Linda Hornbuckle's Old Time Gospel Show, Cooper, Selwyn Birchwood Band.

Visit www.waterfrontbluesfest.com for the full list of performers, schedules and more.

The festival is owned and produced by Oregon Food Bank, a charitable nonprofit and is the largest blues festival west of the Mississippi and the second-largest blues festival in the nation. Most important, the festival is Oregon Food Bank's largest annual fundraiser at a time when need for emergency food continues to grow. One-hundred percent of donations support Oregon Food Bank's mission to eliminate hunger and its root causes ... because no one should be hungry.

To be first to receive updates, subscribe to Blues E-News at www.waterfrontbluesfest.com, like the festival at Facebook.com/waterfrontbluesfest, and follow the festival at twitter.com/waterfrontbluesfest.

Award-winning festival
The Waterfront Blues Festival annually attracts more than 100,000 people from throughout the world and is considered one of the nation's premier blues festivals. Essential Travel magazine, based in London, listed the festival as one of the Top 10 USA Festivals in 2011. Outside magazine listed the festival as one of the Top 10 Outdoor Festivals in 2009. The festival is the winner of the prestigious Keeping the Blues Alive Award from the International Blues Foundation and the recipient of the Ovation Award from the Oregon Festivals and Events Association as Oregon's Best Festival, Civic Celebration or Community Event.

Festival sponsors
The 2013 Safeway Waterfront Blues Festival is presented by First Tech Federal Credit Union.
Major sponsors: FedEx, KIA Motors, iQ Credit Union, Deschutes Brewery, The Oregonian and 101.9 KINK. Supporting sponsors: Health Net, Capital One, Schwindt & Co., NW Natural, The Boeing Co., Portland Community College, OregonLive.com, Smart Park, EcoShuttle, Miller Lite, Earth2o, Snapple, Chateau St. Michelle, Pepsi, Mission Foods, Frito Lay, Yoshida, Dave's Killer Bread, Dreyer's, Larabar, Cascadian Farms, KBOO, Oregon Music News, Prime Pay, Sunbelt Rentals, Clay Street Table, Music Millennium, Cascade Blues Association, Winthrop Music Association, Cascade Zydeco, RiverPlace Hotel, Hotel Fifty, Marriott Hotel, Portland North Harbor Collection by Marriott, University Place Hotel.

About Oregon Food Bank
Oregon Food Bank believes no one should be hungry. With sufficient public will and support of the entire community, we believe it is possible to eliminate hunger and its root causes. Oregon Food Bank collects and distributes food through a network of four OFB branches and 16 independent regional food banks serving Oregon and southwest Washington. The OFB Network helps nearly 1 in 5 households fend off hunger. OFB also leads statewide efforts to increase resources for hungry families and to eliminate the root causes of hunger through advocacy, nutrition education, garden education, and helping communities strengthen local food systems.

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Attached Media Files: Robert Plant Presents the Sensational Space Shifters to close Sensational Sunday, July 7, at the 2013 Safeway Waterfront Blues Festival.

The Hockinson School District Office will be open Monday through Thursday, beginning the week of June 24, 2013 through August 2, 2013. Office hours will remain 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The office will be closed to the public on Fridays during this period.

The District Office will re-open to the public with the regular Monday through Friday schedule and hours the week of August 5, 2013.

The Astoria Regatta, which has celebrated the community's connections to the water since 1894, has been named an Oregon Heritage Tradition by the Oregon Heritage Commission.

The Astoria Regatta is only the fourth event given the honor. The others include the Oregon State Fair (founded 1858), the Linn County Pioneer Picnic (1887) and the comparatively young Pendleton Roundup (1910).

"The Heritage Commission wants to recognize those traditions that have helped define the state," said Commission chair David Lewis. "They are distinguished events that are part of our heritage as Oregonians. This is certainly true of the Astoria Regatta."

Regatta President Peter Roscoe states: "We are all thrilled and honored to be receiving the Oregon Heritage Tradition for our Historic Regatta Event in the oldest American City west of the Rockies."

The Astoria Regatta traces its beginnings back to 1894 when some residents decided they wanted a way for the community to celebrate the return of Astoria fishermen from Alaska aboard boats filled with salted fish. Rapidly the annual celebration of the community blossomed into one of the premier boat contests on the West Coast.

The Astoria of 1894 was a cultural hodgepodge comprised of Native Americans, Scandinavian, Chinese and the usual polyglot of American/Europeans. Early pictures of the Regatta show elaborate festivities amid the thriving downtown that was built over the river on wooden planks.

While Astoria skipped the event during the two world wars and after a 1922 fire that destroyed much of the city, the Astoria Regatta planners today make a year-long effort to create the event, which this year will be Aug. 7-11. More than 60 volunteers spend approximately 10 hours a week year-round planning and promoting the regatta.

The event brings together 8,000 to 10,000 people, including people who bring their boats and drop anchors along the riverfront during the entire length of the celebration. More than 50 events take place during the Astoria Regatta.

An Oregon Heritage Tradition must have been in continuous operation for more than 50 years, demonstrates a public profile and reputation that distinguishes it from more routine events, and add to the livability and identity of the state, said Commission coordinator Kyle Jansson. For more information, visit http://www.oregon.gov/oprd/HCD/OHC/pages/oht.aspx

The Oregon Heritage Commission coordinates efforts to solve statewide heritage issues through grants, education, and advocacy, and also promotes heritage tourism efforts.


Attached Media Files: News release with editor's note

Benton County Community Health Navigator Rocío Muñoz was honored with the 2013 Outstanding Practice Award at the recent 8th-Annual Living Well Forum in Portland.

The award from the Oregon Health Authority (OHA) Public Health Division honors educators for their commitment in assisting those with chronic conditions take back control of their lives. She has championed the self-management program, Tomando Control de su Salud, across Linn and Benton counties.

Muñoz is one out of 122 Tomando Control de su Salud leaders across Oregon who leads the Stanford Chronic Disease Self-Management Program called Tomando Control de su Salud (Spanish adaptation program of the English Living Well with Chronic Conditions program). This evidence-based health promotion program is for individuals who speak Spanish and live with chronic conditions. As a devoted advocate for the program, Muñoz has worked tirelessly to make sure the Tomando Control de su Salud program was implemented in Linn and Benton counties. She continues to guide new workshop leaders through various learning opportunities, co-teaching and showing constant gratitude for the volunteer leaders.

Muñoz has not only promoted this program at the County level; she also has been supporting and publicizing this program actively at the state level. Her passion and knowledge for the program has spread to Lincoln County, as they implemented the Tomando Control program last year. Muñoz was instrumental in training six new leaders and providing technical assistance for the program at this site.

As Community Health Navigator for Benton County Health Services (BCHS), she works to build bridges between BCHS and vulnerable communities within Benton County, promoting health inside and out of the home. She serves as a link between health care consumers and providers to promote health among groups that have traditionally lacked access to adequate health care.

As a Tomando Control de su Salud Coordinator and Leader, Muñoz works with the regions' lay leaders to facilitate workshops in once-a-week, six-week sessions. These workshops are 2 Â1/2 hours long and set in community locations such as senior centers, churches, libraries, community neighborhood centers,and hospitals. Classes are highly participative, where mutual support and success build the participants' confidence in their ability to manage their health and maintain active and fulfilling lives.

Muñoz was born in Hood River to a seasonal farm-working family and became a first-generation college graduate from Portland State University. She received her bachelor's degree in Criminology and Criminal Justice and Spanish, and a minor in Chicano/Latino Studies. Since 2008, Muñoz has worked as a Health Navigator at Benton County conducting community level outreach and engagement services. Muñoz has life experience in being a Promotora (or health navigator), growing up in a community that lacked services for her family. Muñoz naturally became the health navigator of her family at a very young age and has carried this accomplished ability to her current career.


Attached Media Files: Public Health System of Benton County win state award

The Clark-Vancouver Regional Drug Task Force has arrested an 18 year old Skyview High School student as part of an investigation into the trafficking of marijuana and ecstasy to local students.

The drug task force was notified by Skyview High School officials that an 18 year old student, identified as Trevor Jay Thomas, a senior at Skyview High School, was trafficking marijuana and ecstasy to other students. The drug trafficking was alleged to be taking place at Thomas' residence.

On Wednesday, May 15th, task force detectives arranged to purchase marijuana and ecstasy from Thomas. While under surveillance, Thomas drove from his residence to the Fred Meyer shopping center at 800 NE Tenney Road to deliver the drugs. He was taken into custody by task force detectives in the parking lot of the shopping center. Marijuana and ecstasy was subsequently located in his car, a 2006 Mercedes Benz C230.

Shortly after Thomas' arrest, task force detectives executed a search warrant at his residence located at 15215 NW 21st Ave. During this search, evidence of drug trafficking was recovered including additional amounts of marijuana, ecstasy, materials to package ecstasy, and approximately $12,000 in cash which is believed to be proceeds from drug sales.

"In addition to the drug evidence, we also recovered records detailing prior drug transactions with a variety of individuals," said task force commander Mike Cooke. "We will provide those records to the school resource officer assigned to Skyview High School so that any ongoing issues with specific students can be addressed."

"Most everyone knows what marijuana is, however many parents don't understand what ecstasy is," said Commander Cooke. "Ecstasy, or MDMA, is a powerful hallucinogenic drug that often contains other substances such as methamphetamine."

Thomas was booked at the Clark County Jail on one count of delivery of a controlled substance. It's anticipated that additional charges will be filed against Thomas based on evidence found at his residence.

Richard Melching will be honored as the 2013 Friend of the Foundation by the Community Foundation for Southwest Washington. The award will be presented at the Foundation's Annual Luncheon, themed Better Together, at the Hilton Vancouver Washington on Tuesday, May 21, 2013. The "no-ask" event, presented by Heritage Bank, is open to the public. Those interested in attending should call 360.694.2550 for ticket information.

Richard Melching dedicated himself to serving children, families and communities for 31 years in southwest Washington as a public school educator. After retiring as the Superintendent of the Evergreen School District in 2005, Melching decided to continue his service by volunteering as a Board Member with the Community Foundation for Southwest Washington. Here, he applied his time and talents toward guiding the direction and policies of the organization for two years before the board asked him to rejoin the workforce as the organization's next president. Since 2007, he has used his executive expertise and knowledge of the local community as President of the Community Foundation for Southwest Washington.

Under his leadership, the Foundation has expanded its services to fund holders,
nonprofits and the community. It has increased its assets, grown its administrative
endowment, added more than 70 new funds and awarded more than $40 million in grants
and scholarships. In addition, the Foundation has cultivated younger donors through the creation of the Youth Philanthropy Program, an immersive learning experience that teaches local students the importance of giving and the rigorous process of grant making.
The Foundation has also expanded its outreach to Cowlitz County and nurtured its partnerships with attorneys, CPAs and financial advisors through the establishment of the Professional Advisory Council. Most recently, it secured a four year grant from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation to help interrupt the region's cycle of intergenerational poverty. Perhaps most importantly, the organization has strengthened its relationships with current and new donors so that estate gifts will ensure that philanthropy in southwest Washington will remain alive and well into the future.

"My parents taught us to be grateful for what we had and to give back to others as a way of making the world a better place than we found it," Melching said. "I have been lucky enough to be able to do so."

During his life, Rick has also made a difference through a variety of organizations. Locally, he has served as a board member for organizations such as the Children's Center, Columbia River Economic Development Council, Clark County Early Learning Fund, Evergreen School District Foundation, Marathon Education Partners and others. He and his wife, Sarah, have also supported these and many other causes with thoughtful charitable gifts, many of which were made through the Richard and Sarah Melching Family Fund held at the Community Foundation for Southwest Washington.

With plans to hand over leadership to President Designate Jennifer Rhoads on June 1, the organization chose to officially recognize Rick as a Friend of the Foundation for his ongoing dedication and various contributions to the advancement of the Foundation.


Friend of the Foundation Award

This award is presented to individuals who have provided both professional and personal support to the Community Foundation's goal of promoting philanthropy. Former recipients include: Brot Bishop, Jr.; B.J. Bjodstrup; Scott and Jody Campbell; William C. Dudley; T. Randall Grove; Max Kamp; Freeman Keller; David Kenny; Jeanne Kojis; Ron Legg; Jeanne Mack; Michael Minnick; Vernon Peterson; Karen Sahlstrom; Rhona Sen-Hoss; and Larry Smith.


About the Community Foundation for Southwest Washington

Established in 1984, The Community Foundation helps a broad cross section of citizens build stronger communities through effective philanthropy. One of the nation's 700 community foundations, it is a tax-exempt, public charity that primarily serves southwest Washington. The Foundation holds nearly 300 distinct Funds, ranging in size from $10,000 to nearly $6 million, which are pooled, managed and invested to generate growth and income for granting purposes. Governed by a volunteer Board of local leaders, the Foundation offers services to donors and nonprofit organizations, as well as a wide range of benefits to the community.

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Attached Media Files: Richard Melching has served as the President of the Community Foundation for Southwest Washington for more than five years and is receiving the 2013 Friend of the Foundation award for his history of service.

PORTLAND, Ore. - Are you worried about your retirement? If so, you have lots of company in Oregon.

Half of Oregon residents are concerned about their ability to save enough to support themselves in retirement, according to a recent online survey sponsored by Wells Fargo.

Additionally, about one-third of the Oregonians surveyed said that their current expenses are preventing them from saving for the future (44 percent said they live paycheck to paycheck).

Younger Oregonians are the most worried; 60 percent under age 50 said they are concerned about the amount of their retirement savings.

"The research also showed that only two in five non-retired Oregon residents have a detailed savings plan for retirement and that this tops the list of their financial concerns," said Chris Cline of Portland, senior regional fiduciary manager at the Wells Fargo Private Bank.

"This is a complex challenge where one size doesn't fit all in terms of a possible course of action," Cline added. "We encourage all investors to meet with a financial advisor to ensure they are on track to meet their goals and can retire at their target age. The next step is to get pen to paper and create a roadmap of where they'd like to go and how to get there."

The survey also showed that Oregonians are split when it comes to perceptions of their current financial situation. Similar to the U.S. population overall, just over half of Oregon residents said they feel financially comfortable. Nearly half of those surveyed also said they are better off financially compared with three years ago.

About The Survey
Wells Fargo commissioned the research firm Market Probe to survey adults ages 25-75 in Oregon and nationwide. The survey took place Nov. 9-Dec. 3, 2012. The respondents were non-students who are the primary or joint financial decision-maker in a household with investable assets of at least $10,000.

Headquartered in Milwaukee, Market Probe specializes in behavioral and opinion research among hard-to-reach populations and professional communities. For more information, visit marketprobe.com.

About Wells Fargo (Twitter @WellsFargo)
Serving Oregonians since 1852, Wells Fargo & Company (NYSE: WFC) is a nationwide, diversified, community-based financial services company with $1.4 trillion in assets. Wells Fargo provides banking, insurance, investments, mortgage, and consumer and commercial finance through more than 9,000 stores; 12,000 ATMs; and the Internet (wellsfargo.com). The firm has offices in more than 35 countries to support its customers who conduct business in the global economy.

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* Note to Editor: Complete survey results are available upon request.

Wells Fargo Private Bank provides products and services through Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. its various affiliates and subsidiaries.

Brokerage services are offered through Wells Fargo Advisors, LLC (member SIPC) a separate non-bank affiliate of Wells Fargo & Company.

Wells Fargo Bank, N.A.
Member FDIC
NMLSR ID 399801


Attached Media Files: Chris Cline , 50% of Oregon residents are concerned about their ability to save enough to support themselves in retirement.

Oregon State Police (OSP) troopers arrested two men early Thursday morning following an attempt to elude in a vehicle along roads near Highway 219 west of Donald.

On May 16, 2013 at approximately 12:25 a.m., an OSP trooper attempted to stop a 1979 Chevrolet Caprice four-door displaying Oregon license plates southbound on Interstate 5 near milepost 281 for several traffic violations. The driver failed to yield as the vehicle sped up at a high rate of speed, exiting the freeway at the Donald/Aurora interchange and went westbound on Ehlen Road NE continuing at a high rate of speed. While trying to turn left onto Highway 219 the car traveled into a ditch and went airborne, landing in a field. The car continued westbound until it got stuck in an electrical fence as it tried to access the highway.

The driver, ALEX JOSEPH RAYMOND, age 25, from St. Paul, was taken into custody after briefly trying to flee on foot despite being injured during the crash. He was transported to Oregon Health & Science University for treatment. Upon release from the hospital, RAYMOND was arrested by OSP and lodged in the Clackamas County Jail on the following charges:

* Felony Attempt to Elude in a Vehicle
* Misdemeanor Attempt to Elude on Foot
* Recklessly Endangering Another Person
* Reckless Driving
* Misdemeanor Driving While Suspended
* Criminal Mischief in the First Degree
* Misdemeanor Hit & Run

The car's passenger, MATTHEW SHANE BROWN, age 28, from Carlton, was arrested for Probation Violation after contact was made with his parole officer. BROWN was also lodged in the Clackamas County Jail.

Photographs of both subjects - Clackamas County Sheriff's Office

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Attached Media Files: 2013-05/1002/64343/Raymond.jpg , 2013-05/1002/64343/Brown.jpg

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
May 15, 2013

YAMHILL COUNTY S.O. MAKES FIRST ARREST IN METAL THEFT

A Salem man was taken into custody by the Yamhill County Sheriff's Office Community Response Team (CRT) Wednesday afternoon in connection with a large scale metal theft. The theft, which occurred in early May, resulted in an estimated $20,000 loss to a rock quarry in rural Dayton. Digital images caught three men stealing metal and wire in the early morning hours. The men were identified through distribution of the photographs.

William Mitchell Sly, 39 years of age was taken into custody in the 4000 block of Niles Avenue N.E. after undercover surveillance observed him arrive in a vehicle. Methamphetamine was found in his possession when he was taken into custody.

Sly, who has a lengthy criminal history involving theft and drug arrests, was already wanted on a warrant for absconding his parole and possession of methamphetamine. The $10,000 bail for the meth related charge is made moot by the no bail hold on the parole violation warrant. Charges related to the metal theft will be filed in Yamhill County.

Sheriff Jack Crabtree commended the business in rural Dayton for taking the initiative to put cameras on their property. "The installation of cameras at this location was the key to my deputies being able to make this arrest. The business should be applauded for taking that proactive step. All the subjects have been identified and additional arrests will be made."

The Yamhill County Sheriff's Office was assisted by the Salem Police Department and Marion County Community Corrections.
Anyone with additional information on this case is encouraged to contact Deputy Justin Brester of the Yamhill County Sheriff's Office CRT unit at 503-434-7506.

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Members of the media seeking further information may contact Sergeant Chris Ray at 503 434-7506.


Attached Media Files: William Mitchell Sly

WHO: The Salvation Army Female Emergency Shelter (SAFES), women who are homeless

WHAT: The Salvation Army, one of the largest social service organizations in Portland, is dedicating a new building THIS AFTERNOON that will ultimately allow for the expansion of services to women who are homeless in Portland. The shelter is ONE OF THE LARGEST female shelters in Portland. Local leaders and Salvation Army officials will be present.

WHEN: Today, May 16th, 2013 - Dedication & Ribbon Cutting at 3pm, with tours and refreshments until 6pm

WHERE: 30 SW 2nd Ave. Portland, OR (corner of SW 2nd & Burnside in downtown Portland)

WHY: The Salvation Army Female Emergency Shelter is moving a few blocks into the historic Harbor Light building, which will offer new growth and potential for this shelter that served 295 women in 2012! SAFES is the one of the largest shelters for women in Portland, and yet, there are still over 100 women on the wait list for a bed every night at SAFES. It is time for this program to grow and transform into a program able to better and more effectively and efficiently serve the female homeless population in Portland. This move will eventually mean a feeding program, transitional housing program, and so much more.

CONTACT: Teresa Engel, Director of Communications & Marketing, 971-219-3226 or Teresa.engel@usw.salvationarmy.org.

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About The Salvation Army
The Salvation Army, an evangelical part of the universal Christian church established in London in 1865, has been supporting those in need in His name without discrimination for 130 years in the United States. Nearly 30 million Americans receive assistance from The Salvation Army each year through the broadest array of social services that range from providing food for the hungry, relief for disaster victims, assistance for the disabled, outreach to the elderly and ill, clothing and shelter to the homeless and opportunities for underprivileged children. 82 cents of every dollar The Salvation Army spends is used to support those services in 5,000 communities nationwide. The Salvation Army works in 126 countries worldwide. For more information, or to make a donation, visit us online at www.salvationarmyportland.org. People wishing to make monetary donations can do so by calling 503.238.GIVE (4483), or by mail, The Salvation Army, 8495 SE Monterey Avenue, Happy Valley, OR 97086-7844.

Friend us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/SalvationArmyPortland

In an effort to ensure Washougal students are being well prepared for their next steps after high school, the Washougal School Board recently reached out to former students for feedback on the effectiveness of district programs and the educational services provided.

"The demands place on our students after graduation change quickly as innovations in technology, global economics, and world events impact career opportunities," said Dawn Tarzian, Washougal School District Superintendent. "We are not designing programs to last us the next 20 years but are listening and adjusting to meet the needs of our students today. It is a tall order, but it starts with asking them."

The Washougal School Board has made it a priority to engage in regular and scheduled opportunities to connect with the community and receive feedback on programs. These "linkage" activities include staff, parents, volunteers, students, business leaders, and community agencies. The 2012 - 2013 outreach focus was on former students and graduates of Washougal High School (WHS) and Excelsior High School (EHS). Survey questions were developed by School Board members as well as the WHS staff and addressed the impact of programs and systems as well as issues of school culture.

"I was pleased with the level of participation that was received and the willingness for former students to invest the time in giving feedback," said Dawn Tarzian, Washougal School District Superintendent. Responses came from as far back as 2000, though the majority of input was from more recent students. In the past the School Board has invited former graduates to attend a Board meeting to give input, however, thanks to development of an electronic survey and using email and social media sites, the Board was able to involve many more individuals than in years past.

The District is reviewing the results with the Board, administration and staff. In many cases the information confirms what the District has also identified and provides reinforcement that the programs developed are addressing issues that former students identify.

District staff members, including school counselors, are working with the Washougal Community Coalition to implement grant funding received to create a collaborative effort to address community issues including drug and alcohol use. "Based on the input of former students this has been the right work to do and we need to continue to be very vigilant in working with students and families on issues of alcohol and drug use," said Tarzian.

Those students surveyed indicated that they were "satisfied" with the quality of instruction and opportunities in high school in Science, Social Studies, English, Foreign Languages, and Fine Arts. There were 75% of students surveyed that indicated the writing skills learned in high school have served them well. Math was identified as an area to strengthen and this is the subject where the District and staff has invested in improvement work in the last two years, convening a teacher lead Math Leadership Team which lead to the purchase of new math curriculum, implemented this year.

Results also showed that students wished that they had received more money and time management skills, an area that was also identified as a priority by the community through the District Community Visioning process conducted in 2011 - 2012. "WHS currently has a very effective Financial Fitness class but not all students take this class," said Tarzian. "We will be implementing a program to target all students during their four years in high school to cover money and time management, likely involving banking and financial businesses in the community that have offered their support and involvement to address this need."

"It was good to learn the number those surveyed who are attending institutions of higher education," said Tarzian. Of respondents, 51% of the class of 2011 and 58% of the class of 2009 reported that they are currently attending a 4-year university. Approximately 28 percent are working toward a two-year degree. About 60% of students from all graduating classes reported taking at least one AP or Advanced/Honors course.

Teachers were listed as the most supportive group for the past three years with administrators also receiving high marks, more than 60% rating them as supportive or very supportive in 2012. Fewer students reported bullying to be a problem in 2012 than the previous two years.

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The Multnomah County Sheriff's Office and the FBI have investigated and determined that there was no criminal intent behind the unknown substance in the ballot, and there will be no additional investigation and no charges filed. Per protocol, the sample will continue to be analyzed at the Oregon State Public Health Lab. Yesterday, preliminary results from the lab came back negative for any biothreat agent. Final, confirmatory testing will be completed early next week.

The Beaverton Police Department will be conducting a Pedestrian Safety Detail on May 17, 2013. The detail will be at the intersection of SW Hall Blvd and SW 2nd St. The detail will be conducted between the hours of 1:00 p.m. and 4:00 p.m.

This detail will focus on vehicles failing to stop and remain stopped for pedestrians in a crosswalk. Motorists are reminded it's your lane plus six feet. Stop for the pedestrian, who must clear the lane you're turning into and at least 6 feet of the next lane, before you proceed.

Please see the link below for full text of the law at. http://www.oregonlaws.org/ors/811.028

The primary focus of this detail is to raise pedestrian safety awareness. Through the use of a decoy pedestrian, the Beaverton Police Department hopes to raise the awareness of drivers and pedestrians through education and enforcement of pedestrian right of way laws.

Pedestrians are also reminded to wear bright colors and pay attention to the traffic flow when preparing to cross the road.

In our continued effort to provide options other than the standard citation, drivers receiving citations are given the option of taking a crosswalk diversion program hosted by the Beaverton Police Department.

Please see the link below for an informative video in regards to crosswalk safety.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KzexhlX73W8&feature=share&list=PLxrQ2N-yvFxjXHl2qDcTALpZZ2dq8H548
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Attached Media Files: Press Release

On May 15, 2013 at approximately 3:23 pm, deputies from the Clackamas County Sheriff's Office responded to the report of a vehicle vs. pedestrian collision in front of Rex Putnam High School. The school is located at 4950 SE Roethe Road in Milwaukie, OR.

The collision occurred on SE Roethe Rd and SE Gordon St, directly in front of the school as students were released for the day. A deputy assigned as the School Resource Officer was the first on scene within two minutes of the collision.

The Clackamas County Fire Department and American Medical Response also sent aid. The collision involved a single vehicle and a single pedestrian. The two individuals involved in this incident have both been identified as juveniles who are students at Rex Putnam High School.

The female victim was transported by ambulance to Oregon Health Science University Hospital in Portland, OR due to a possible concussion and other injuries. The extent of her injuries is not known at this time.

The male driver of the vehicle stayed at the scene and has cooperated with the investigation. Based on the statements from all involved including witnesses, it appears the driver failed to stop for a stop sign and yield to a pedestrian in a marked crosswalk. Deputies say the driver will likely face Reckless Driving charges through the Clackamas County Juvenile Department.

Today, Wednesday May 15, 2013, at approximately 3:00 p.m., East Precinct officers responded to the report of a bank robbery at the Bank of the West branch located at 8135 Southeast Division Street.

Officers arrived and contacted the bank and learned that the suspect demanded money and was given a dye pack as part of an undisclosed amount of money. The dye pack exploded and the suspect is believed to have red ink on his body and clothing.

The suspect is described as a white male, 40-50 years old, 5'6" tall, thin build, short blonde or light brown hair, wearing a black hooded sweatshirt and blue jeans. The suspect also had an orange band aid on his nose and appears to have an artificial tan color to his skin.

Anyone seeing this suspect is asked to call 9-1-1. Anyone with non-emergency information about the suspect or the robbery is asked to contact Detective Brett Hawkinson at (503) 823-1080 or Brett.Hawkinson@PortlandOregon.gov

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CORRECTION: Passenger MARTIN was ejected and transported by air, not passenger GILLESPIE

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An investigation by Oregon State Police (OSP) into the cause of an early Wednesday morning single vehicle traffic crash along Highway 97 about 14 miles north of Madras led to the driver being cited for several offenses. The vehicle's 3 occupants are also identified as names released.

On May 15, 2013 at approximately 5:08 a.m., a 1992 Chevrolet Blazer sport utility vehicle driven by NICHOLAS M. RUSSELL, age 18, from Coeur D'Alene, Idaho, was northbound on Highway 97 near milepost 77 when it crossed the southbound lane. The vehicle continued onto the shoulder and rolled at least once before coming to rest on its wheels in the southbound lane.

One of the 2 passengers identified as TRENT MARTIN, age 18, from Coeur D-Alene, was ejected from the rolling vehicle and seriously injured. MARTIN was transported by air ambulance to St. Charles Medical Center in Bend. RUSSELL and passenger JOSEPH GILLESPIE, age 17, from Dublin, California, received non-life threatening injuries and were taken by ground ambulance to St. Charles Medical Center in Madras.

Subsequent to the investigation, RUSSELL was cited to appear in Jefferson County Circuit Court for Reckless Driving, Assault in the Third Degree, Recklessly Endangering Another Person, No Operator License, and Fail to Maintain a Lane of Travel.

The highway was blocked one hour during the emergency incident response. No OSP troopers were on duty so one was called out from his residence to respond and investigate. Lead investigator is Senior Trooper Jed Rzegocki. Driver fatigue was noted as one contributing factor in this crash.

OSP was assisted at the scene by Jefferson County Sheriff's Office, Jefferson County EMS, Jefferson County Fire Department, LifeFlight, and ODOT.

Photographs - Oregon State Police

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Note: A photo of this event is available by contacting CJ.Drake@oya.state.or.us

Four employees of the Oregon Youth Authority's (OYA) facilities in Tillamook have been recognized for excellence in supporting the state juvenile justice agency's mission.

They received OYA coin awards, silver dollar-sized medals bearing the state seal, as part of the observance of National Correctional Officers and Employees Week in Oregon, May 5-11. The employees are:

* Amy Braden, office specialist at Camp Tillamook, recognized for "completing her assigned work duties with impeccable professionalism and integrity."

* Sean Dooher, group life coordinator at Tillamook Youth Correctional Facility (YCF), honored for his "stable and calming effect on the workplace. Youth trust you and turn to you for guidance."

* Sharon Kaszycki, nurse at Tillamook YCF, recognized for "doing a two-person job for a long time. You are a hard worker, you care about the youth, and you have a good sense of humor."

* Dennis Martin, group life coordinator at Tillamook YCF, honored for "working with kids for 30 years and you guide both youth and staff with humor and gentleness."

OYA Assistant Director of Community Services Philip Cox presented the certificates at the facilities May 10. He praised the employees as being role models for others and "providing positive development to each other and the youth we serve."

In his proclamation of National Correctional Officers and Employees Week in Oregon, Governor John Kitzhaber commended adult and juvenile correctional workers for "holding offenders accountable for their actions and reducing the risk of future criminal behavior and future victimization."

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The Oregon Youth Authority is the state's juvenile justice agency, reducing victimization by helping at-risk young people lead productive, crime-free lives. To learn more, visit www.oregon.gov/oya and follow us on Twitter at www.twitter.com/oregonyouth.

Photo Release:

130515-TK422-2309: Personnel from The Oregon National Guard's 102 Civil Support Team (CST), conduct a briefing during an emergency response exercise at the Crook County Fairgrounds in Prineville, Ore., May 15. The unit was joined by teams from United States Army North (USARNORTH), Crook County Fire & Rescue, Salem Fire Department's HAZMAT 13, Prineville Police Department, Crook County Public Works, Crook County Sheriff, Federal Bureau of Investigation, and Prineville Community Development. The event is part of the United States Army North (USARNORTH) evaluation for the Oregon National Guard's 102 Civil Support Team (CST), who are supporting local first responders. In addition to evaluating the 102 CST's manning, equipment, training and competency, the event also tested first responders' ability to react to a local civil emergency. Photo by Master Sgt. Nick Choy, Oregon Military Department Public Affairs.

130515-TK422-2343: Oregon National Guard 102 Civil Support Team (CST) Commander, Lt. Col. Wyatt Welch, briefs a team from United States Army North (USARNORTH), during an emergency response exercise at the Crook County Fairgrounds in Prineville, Ore., May 15. The unit was joined by teams from Crook County Fire & Rescue, Salem Fire Department's HAZMAT 13, Prineville Police Department, Crook County Public Works, Crook County Sheriff, Federal Bureau of Investigation, and Prineville Community Development. The event is part of the United States Army North (USARNORTH) evaluation for the Oregon National Guard's 102 Civil Support Team (CST), who are supporting local first responders. In addition to evaluating the 102 CST's manning, equipment, training and competency, the event also tested first responders' ability to react to a local civil emergency. Photo by Master Sgt. Nick Choy, Oregon Military Department Public Affairs.

130515-FS713-63.jpg: Sgt. Jenny Shin, of the Oregon National Guard's 102 Civil Support Team, prepares to respond to a potential chemical threat during a training exercise that included United States Army North, and more than 15 regional and national agencies, at the Crook County Fairgrounds in Prineville, Ore., May 15. The exercise was designed to prepare Crook County for potential emergency response situations. The 102 CST is one of 54 National Guard units designed to respond to emergencies with the capability of detecting and responding to chemical, biological, nuclear, radiological and high yield explosive incidents. (Photo by Cory Grogan, Oregon Emergency Management)

130515-FS713-6.jpg: Staff Sgt. Robert McCree of the Oregon National Guard's 102 Civil Support Team sets up a wireless monitoring system in one of the 102 CST trucks that serve as the unit's mobile work stations during a training exercise that included the Oregon National Guard, U.S. Army North, and more than 15 regional agencies, May 15, at the Crook County Fairgrounds in Prineville, Ore. The exercise was designed to prepare Crook County for potential emergency response situation. The 102 CST is one of 54 National Guard units designed to respond to emergencies with the capability of detecting and responding to chemical, biological, nuclear, radiological and high yield explosive incidents. (Photo by Cory Grogan, Oregon Emergency Management)


To see more photos of the Oregon National Guard's 102 CST, visit our official Flickr page: http://www.flickr.com/photos/oregonmildep/sets/72157623490134232/with/8742530326/


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SALEM, Ore. - The Oregon National Guard is scheduled to participate in a ceremony to honor all military members at 12:00 p.m., May 16, at the State Capitol Mall in Salem, Ore.

Oregon Governor John Kitzhaber is scheduled to attend the ceremony.

Also in attendance at the Armed Forces Day event will be the Richard G. Kidd IV, Deputy Assistant Secretary of the Army (Energy & Sustainability), to present the Oregon National Guard with an award recognizing Oregon's efforts to achieve the Net Zero Water goals.

The event will feature military equipment displays from various units throughout the Oregon National Guard and a Howitzer salute by the Oregon Army National Guard's 2-218 Field Artillery Battalion. The Oregon Army National Guard's 234th Army Band and high school Junior ROTC teams from local communities will also be featured.

In addition to honoring all military members, the event will also honor Korean War veterans to commemorate the 60th anniversary of the Korean Armistice Agreement.

Armed Forces Day was originally created in 1949 to honor Americans serving in all of the branches of the military, and was designated as an official holiday in 1962 by President John F. Kennedy.

The public and the media are encouraged to attend.

Photo Caption:
Howitzers from the Oregon Army National Guard's Bravo Battery, 2-218 Field Artillery Battalion fire a salute at the State Capitol Mall in honor of last year's Armed Forces Day celebration, May 17, 2012, in Salem, Ore. (Photo by Staff Sgt. April Davis, Oregon Military Department Public Affairs)


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Between May 5 and May 15, the Oregon Department of Corrections honored more than 100 staff members, contractors, and volunteers for their outstanding work. The department held awards ceremonies at institutions across the state in recognition of National Correctional Employees Week.

"National Correctional Employees Week is a special opportunity to recognize the year-round contributions of our employees, contractors, and volunteers," said DOC Director Colette S. Peters. "Together, they provide a critical public service, ensure the safety and security of the people in Oregon's prisons, and give adults in custody tools to lead crime-free lives when they return to their communities."

Individuals and staff teams from around the state were honored in 18 award categories this year:

Lifesaving Award
Community Corrections Outstanding Service Award
Outstanding Citizen Award
Outstanding Volunteer Award
Outstanding Service Award
Outstanding Functional Unit Award
Humanitarian Award
Meritorious Service Award
Sustainability Award
Contractor of the Year
Oregon Corrections Enterprises Employee of the Year
Employee of the Year
Officer of the Year
Manager of the Year
Award of Merit
Award of Valor
Director's Award
Max Williams Award

For a list of award winners, please visit http://www.oregon.gov/DOC/Pages/statewide_awards.aspx.

DOC employs 4,300 staff members at 14 institutions and several centralized support facilities throughout the state. The agency is responsible for the care and custody of more than 14,300 adults sentenced to more than 12 months of incarceration. Oregon DOC is recognized nationally among correctional agencies for providing adults in custody with the cognitive, education, and job skills they need to become productive citizens when they transition back to their communities.

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(VANCOUVER, Wash.) - The Greater Vancouver Chamber of Commerce President/CEO, Kelly Parker was in Olympia yesterday (5/14/13) at the official bill signing that will allow small theaters to sell wine and beer. The bill, proposed by Jim Moeller D-Vancouver was passed 27-21 in April. The GVCC has been advocating in support of the Kiggins Theatre since January.

"This bill will allow the Kiggins and the Liberty Theater to be competitive with single screen vintage theaters in Portland, Oregon and the mega movie complexes in Washington. These two theaters are vital to their downtown revitalization efforts, making this a great win for small businesses in Washington," said Parker.

The GVCC's efforts included letters to legislators and a physical presence in Olympia, working face-to-face in the House and Senate. The GVCC's Public Affairs Committee is chaired by Don Russo of Schwabe, Williamson and Wyatt Law Offices, meets monthly and is comprised from a variety of GVCC Members.

Measure details as described by Jim Moeller:
* Requires that small theaters (those that have fewer than five screens) obtain a license before they can sell beer and wine for consumption inside.
* Requires that an alcohol-control plan be submitted to, and approved by, the Washington State Liquor Control Board. The plan must then be prominently posted on theater-premises before minors are allowed anywhere inside where liquor is sold.
* Requires that all servers of beer and wine attend a training program for alcohol-servers.
* Requires that the Liquor Control Board adopt rules regarding alcohol-control plans and any other necessary control measures.

About the Greater Vancouver Chamber of Commerce (GVCC):
Founded in 1890, the Greater Vancouver Chamber of Commerce (GVCC) is a non-profit organization aimed at advancing and strengthening the regional business community through member services, public affairs advocacy and community building. The Chamber is a supportive alliance of diverse member businesses, individuals and organizations, working together toward long-term business prosperity. The Greater Vancouver Chamber of Commerce is the heart of Clark County's business community, advocating for sound, sensible and dynamic policies that ensure a vital economic climate while improving Vancouver's infrastructure and quality of life. For more information, please visit www.vancouverusa.com.


Attached Media Files: Dan Wyatt, owner of the Kiggins Theatre (left of the governor with the white shirt and purple tie) next to Kelly Parker (red shirt, black sweater) stand next to the Governor as he signs bill 1001.

An investigation by the Clatsop County Drug Task Force concluded in Seaside late Tuesday evening, with the execution of search warrants and the arrest of two subjects on heroin related charges. During the investigation, Drug Task Force Detectives received numerous complaints over several months regarding ongoing illegal drug activity at 2160 Lewis and Clark Road in Seaside. Through the investigation detectives were able to develop information and were granted search warrants for RYAN OWEN SPIVEY DOB: 09/26/87, his residence located at 2160 Lewis and Clark Road Apartment #44, Seaside, Oregon and his vehicle.
At the residence, Drug Task Force Detectives with the assistance of the Seaside Police Officers contacted SPIVEY and a roommate, COLE JOSEPH FLETCHER DOB: 06/22/94. During the following search, detectives located and seized heroin, needles, packaging material, drug records and scales.
SPIVEY was arrested and charged with Possession of a Controlled Substance Heroin and Delivery of a Controlled Substance Heroin. FLETCHER was arrested and charged with Frequenting a Place Where Controlled Substances are Used. Both subjects were transported to the Clatsop County Jail where they were lodged.


Attached Media Files: Cole Joseph Fletcher , Ryan Owen Spivey

The man who died in last night's traffic crash on Southwest Barbur Boulevard has been identified as 45-year-old Lance Marcus.

Preliminary information indicates that Marcus was driving an Audi A-6 at a high rate of speed northbound on Barbur Boulevard just before striking a power pole.

Toxicology tests are pending by the Oregon State Medical Examiner's Office.

This was the 15th traffic fatality of 2013.

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On Tuesday May 14, 2013, at approximately 10:30 p.m., Central Precinct officers responded to Southwest Barbur Boulevard and Miles Street on the report of a car down the embankment after it struck a telephone pole.

Portland Police and Portland Fire & Rescue responded and determined that the male driver was deceased.

The Traffic Division's Major Crash Team is responding to investigate and traffic on Barbur Boulevard will be affected for several hours.

No updates on this investigation are anticipated until Wednesday after 9:00 a.m.

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WHO: The Salvation Army Female Emergency Shelter (SAFES), women who are homeless, YOU!

WHAT: EXCLUSIVE MEDIA OPPORTUNITY to tour the newly remodeled and renovated shelter!! Today is your last chance to tour the shelter before it is dedicated tomorrow, May 16th, 2013 at 3pm. You are invited to tour today and are welcome back for the dedication. The shelter is ONE OF THE LARGEST female shelters in Portland. Local leaders and Salvation Army leaders will be present.

WHEN: Today, May 15th, 2013

The building is officially dedicated tomorrow, May 16th, 2013 at 3pm.

WHERE: SW 2nd & Burnside, Portland, OR

WHY: The Salvation Army Female Emergency Shelter is moving a few blocks into the historic Harbor Light building, which will offer new growth and potential for this shelter that served 295 women in 2012! SAFES is the one of the largest shelters for women in Portland, and yet, there are still over 100 women on the wait list for a bed every night at SAFES. It is time for this program to grow and transform into a program able to better and more effectively and efficiently serve the female homeless population in Portland. This move will eventually mean a feeding program, transitional housing program, and so much more.

CONTACT: Teresa Engel, Director of Communications & Marketing, 503-794-3283, 971-219-3226, or Teresa.engel@usw.salvationarmy.org.

To arrange for a tour, please contact Teresa (info above).

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About The Salvation Army
The Salvation Army, an evangelical part of the universal Christian church established in London in 1865, has been supporting those in need in His name without discrimination for 130 years in the United States. Nearly 30 million Americans receive assistance from The Salvation Army each year through the broadest array of social services that range from providing food for the hungry, relief for disaster victims, assistance for the disabled, outreach to the elderly and ill, clothing and shelter to the homeless and opportunities for underprivileged children. 82 cents of every dollar The Salvation Army spends is used to support those services in 5,000 communities nationwide. The Salvation Army works in 126 countries worldwide. For more information, or to make a donation, visit us online at www.salvationarmyportland.org. People wishing to make monetary donations can do so by calling 503.238.GIVE (4483), or by mail, The Salvation Army, 8495 SE Monterey Avenue, Happy Valley, OR 97086-7844.

Friend us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/SalvationArmyPortland

The Portland Police Bureau investigated four incidents of suicide from May 11 to May 13, 2013, and wants to remind the community that suicide is preventable and help is available.

On Saturday May 11, 2013, at approximately 11:30 a.m., Central Precinct officers responded to Northwest Broadway, between Hoyt and Irving Streets, on the report of a male that jumped from the eighth floor of the Bud Clark Commons, located at 655 Northwest Hoyt Street.

Portland Police and Portland Fire & Rescue personnel arrived and determined that the 42-year-old man was deceased. Witnesses confirmed that he man jumped from the eighth floor of the Bud Clark Commons.

Officers learned that the man was from Aberdeen, Washington and had recently left a long-term drug treatment program.

On Sunday May 12, 2013, at approximately 9:00 a.m., East Precinct officers responded to a residence in the 4700 block of Southeast 71st Avenue on the report of a suicide by hanging.

Portland Police and Portland Fire & Rescue personnel arrived and determined that the 39-year-old man was deceased.

Officers learned that the man and his partner both lived at the home with their six-year-old son. The deceased's partner told police that they had an argument the night before so she went to bed and he went to the basement. She told police that she discovered him deceased this morning in the basement. Officers also learned that the man struggled with mental health issues throughout his life.

Also on Sunday May 12, 2013, at approximately 9:00 a.m., East Precinct officers responded to a residence in the 1500 block of Southeast 150th Avenue on the report of a suicide by hanging.

Portland Police and Portland Fire & Rescue personnel responded and determined that the 24-year-old male was deceased.

Officers learned that the man was out with his mother the night before but both returned home and nothing seemed to be bothering the deceased. Officers located a suicide note in the man's bedroom, which was turned over to the Oregon State Medical Examiner.

On Monday May 13, 2013, at approximately 2:30 a.m., Central Precinct officers responded to the report of a deceased male on Southwest Jefferson Street below the Vista Bridge.

Portland Police and Portland Fire & Rescue personnel arrived and determined that the 40-year-old man was deceased and that his injuries were consistent with a jump from the Vista Bridge.

Officers located personal effects belonging to the man on a bench near the Vista Bridge on Southwest Vista Avenue.

Help is available for community members struggling from a mental health crisis and/or suicidal thoughts.

Suicide is preventable.

Cascadia Behavioral Healthcare has an urgent walk-in clinic, open from 7:00 a.m. to 10:30 p.m., 7 days a week. Payment is not necessary.

If you or someone you know needs help with suicidal thoughts or is otherwise in an immediate mental health crisis, please visit Cascadia or call (503) 963-2575.

Lines for Life is available 24 hours a day at (503) 972-3456.

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VANCOUVER, Wash.--(May 8, 2013)-- The Fort Vancouver National Trust is pleased to present Pub in the Park at the Riverview Six to Sunset Concert series this summer. Purchase of a table for the series includes a table for ten people at each of the six concerts, dinner provided, reserved VIP seating in Pub in the Park and two drink vouchers per person at each concert. Tables are $1,500 each, 50% of which is tax deductible. Net proceeds from Pub in the Park benefit the Trust. To purchase a table contact Becky Weis at 360-992-1811 or becky.weis@fortvan.org.

The Riverview Six to Sunset concert series takes place every Thursday night between 5 p.m. and 8 p.m. beginning July 11th and running through August 15th in Esther Short Park, located at 610 Esther St. in Vancouver, featuring performances from a different band each evening.

This year's line-up:

July 11: Curtis Salgado, http://www.curtissalgado.com/
July 18: Design, http://designband.com/
July 25: Patrick Lamb, www.patricklamb.com
August 1: Flexor T, http://flexort.com/
August 8: Norman Sylvester, http://normansylvester.com/
August 15: The Gentlemen's Club, http://gentlemensclubband.com/

Additional concert on August 29th by Lost Lander, http://lost-lander.com/, may also be added on to the series for an extra $250.

About Fort Vancouver National Trust
Established in 1998, Fort Vancouver National Trust is a public nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing the preservation and education purposes of Fort Vancouver National Site. The mission of the Trust is to achieve national recognition of Fort Vancouver National Site as a premier historic destination. The Trust supports Fort Vancouver partners in a collective effort to preserve, enhance and operate Fort Vancouver for public benefit through education, resource development, advocacy, community identity, programs and cultural tourism. For more information, visit www.fortvan.org or call (360) 992-1800.


Attached Media Files: Pub In The Park Flyer

The Multnomah Education Service District Board of Directors will meet in Regular Session on Tuesday, May 21, 2013 at 7:00 p.m. at the main headquarters in the Board Room at 11611 NE Ainsworth Circle, Portland, Oregon 97220. The Board will take action on new or amended Board Policies, receive the March 31, 2013 Fiscal Report and Board reports.

The agenda packet can be viewed on the MESD website: www.mesd.k12.or.us

A tree service truck rolled into a house at 2215 Fernwood Circle in Lake Oswego this morning. The truck owned by Treecare Unlimited was parked a cross the street in a driveway while workers were doing tree work in the back yard. The truck was not running and according to the workers, the brake was set and the wheels were blocked.

No one was home at the time of the incident and no one was injured. Firefighters called for PGE and a Boardup company to secure parts of the home. Ones the home is secured, a tow truck will be called to pull the vehicle out.


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On Tuesday May 14, 2013, at approximately 2:30 a.m., North Precinct officers responded to the area of Northeast Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard and Going Street on the report of a male and female screaming on the street. As officers were en route to the call, additional information was broadcast that the male had been stabbed in the shoulder.

Portland Police and Portland Fire & Rescue personnel arrived and located the victim, 24-year-old Julian Freas, who was suffering from a non-life-threatening stab wound. Freas provided some basic information to police about what occurred and then was transported to a Portland hospital for treatment.

Officers spoke with the female, 24-year-old Kristen Cihak, who told police that she and her friend Freas parked her car at her apartment building on Northeast Going Street and got out of the car. The suspect, later identified as 19-year-old Dushon Harris, approached them and grabbed Cihak and held a knife to her throat then ordered Freas near them and held a second knife to his throat.

Cihak told police that Harris held them at knife point for approximately 20-30 minutes and made several references to sexually assaulting Cihak.

At some point, Harris was holding a knife to Freas' chest and punctures him. Freas began to fight back and told Cihak to run. During the fight, Freas is stabbed in the shoulder. Harris then ran from the scene.

At approximately 4:00 a.m., Harris approached officers at the crime scene and began talking to police. Cihak, who was still at the crime scene, told police that Harris was the person who stabbed her friend and held her at knifepoint.

Officers placed Harris into custody and transported him to be interviewed by Assault detectives.

Detectives booked Harris into the Multnomah County Jail on charges of Assault in the First Degree, Kidnap in the First Degree and Attempted Rape in the First Degree. Additional charges may be added at a later time.

Anyone with information about this case is asked to contact Detective Paul Dolbey at (503) 823-0451 or Paul.Dolbey@PortlandOregon.gov

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A public meeting of the Tax Supervising and Conservation Commission Board of Directors will be held on May 21, 2013 at 6:00 p.m. at the main headquarters in the Board Room of the Multnomah Education Service District, 11611 NE Ainsworth Circle, Portland, Oregon 97220. The purpose of this meeting is to discuss the budget for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2013 as approved by the Multnomah Education Service District Budget Committee in accordance with ORS 294.430(2). A copy of the budget document may be inspected or obtained at the business office of Multnomah Education Service District, 11611 NE Ainsworth Circle, Portland, Oregon 97220 between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. or on the Multnomah Education Service District website at: www.mesd.k12.or.us/bus/budget/ . This Budget is for an annual budget period. This budget was prepared on a basis of accounting that is the same as the basis of accounting used during the preceding year.

The agenda packet can be viewed on the MESD website: www.mesd.k12.or.us

On May 14, 2013 at approximately 5:44am, Vancouver Police responded to the 3100 block of Falk Road for a report of a vehicle versus pedestrian collision. Initial information called in to 9-1-1 indicated that the driver of the vehicle had fled the scene. While Officers were responding, the driver, Brian Ashard, 28, of Vancouver called 9-1-1 from a nearby business complex. Mr. Ashard returned to the collision scene on his own and cooperated with the investigation.

The pedestrian, a 17 year old female, was taken to PeaceHealth Southwest Medical Center with serious but non-life threatening injuries. Her name is not being released.

Falk Road was closed for approximately an hour and a half while the on scene investigation was completed.

At this time the investigation is continuing and no citations have been issued.

On June 1st, the Portland Boltz will suit up against the Utah Argos for an at-home game in the Hillsboro Stadium and play ball for babies. Both teams are members of the Professional Development Football League (PDFL), which has chosen March of Dimes as its charity of choice for 2013.

Thirty percent of every ticket sold for the June 1st game benefits March of Dimes and their mission to improve the health of babies by preventing birth defects, premature birth and infant mortality.

"We're excited about our partnership with March of Dimes," said Matt Brown, GM and Owner of the Portland Boltz. "We love to play football, but playing football to help babies be born healthy makes it even better."

In addition to ticket sales from the June 1st game, the league will be selling co-branded sock monkeys and bears to benefit March of Dimes.

Tickets can be bought online at PortlandBoltz.com. The June 1st game starts at 1:00 pm.

March of Dimes is the leading nonprofit organization for pregnancy and baby health. With chapters nationwide and its premier event, March for Babies, March of Dimes works to improve the health of babies by preventing birth defects, premature birth and infant mortality. For the latest resources and information, visit marchofdimes.com or nacersano.org. Find out what's going on in the Greater Oregon Chapter by visiting OregonMOD.com.


Attached Media Files: Portland Boltz

Strategic Partnership to Bring More Affordable Housing to the Pacific Northwest

Portland, Ore - May 15, 2013 - REACH Community Development today announced a strategic partnership with Affordable Community Environments (ACE) of Southwest Washington, as ACE joins REACH as a subsidiary corporation. With a combined history of over 45 years of providing safe, quality and affordable housing in Oregon and Washington, both organizations fill a critical regional need for affordable housing across both states.

According to Harvard's Center for Housing Policy, today 22% of Washingtonians and 26% of Oregonians are "severely cost burdened" meaning these households spend more than 50% of their income on housing costs. Declining incomes along with relatively high unemployment rates and a sluggish economic recovery continue to place pressure on individuals and families seeking affordable housing. The need is outstripping the supply. The combined portfolio of REACH and ACE includes nearly 1,900 units of housing which will continue to provide low-income Oregonians and Washingtonians with safe and stable homes.

"ACE is very pleased to be joining forces with REACH," says Doug McLain, long-standing ACE Board Member and Treasurer. "This partnership comes at a critical time when nonprofits, big and small, are looking toward strategies for long-term sustainability. Combining resources, knowledge and our collective reputations will allow ACE to have a bigger and better impact in Southwest Washington."

"We're proud to celebrate this milestone event," says REACH's Executive Director Dan Valliere. "Having decent and affordable housing is a cornerstone of personal and community well-being. When it's not available, it's cause for great concern. Together, both REACH and ACE are better able to meet the persistent need for affordable housing for all members of the community."

About REACH CDC
For 31 years, REACH has built innovative and affordable housing for low-income families and individuals in the Portland metropolitan region. REACH develops and manages affordable housing and provides supportive services to our residents, as well as free home repairs to senior homeowners. Today, REACH's portfolio includes 1,658 units including single family homes, apartment buildings, and mixed-use developments located across the region. REACH has won numerous state and national awards for its creative approach to building healthy communities and its innovative housing projects. REACH is based in Portland, Oregon. More information at http://reachcdc.org

About Affordable Community Environments
For 15 years, ACE has been building innovative and affordable housing for low-income families and individuals in Southwest Washington. ACE develops and manages affordable housing and provides supportive services to their residents. ACE maintains a portfolio of 198 units across Clark County including workforce, senior and disabled housing, and housing for families. ACE has won numerous awards for their innovative design. ACE is based in Vancouver, Washington. ACE is a nonprofit corporation governed by a community-based Board of Directors. More information at http://acecommunities.org/

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The Oregon Department of Forestry encourages the public to enjoy recreation on the Tillamook State Forest this summer, but to watch out for industrial traffic. Timber harvest operations are underway and planned on the State Forest and adjacent private lands that could result in 30 to 40 loaded log trucks coming out of the South Fork Trask River Basin area each weekday this summer.

Most of that industrial traffic will occur on the South Fork Trask Road. The public is encouraged to find alternate routes or avoid the area. Visitors who must use the road are advised to drive defensively and if possible schedule their travel after 3 p.m. Industrial traffic and state vehicles will be calling out their mile marker and direction of travel on CB channel 17. Visitors who have a CB are advised to tune to channel 17 and also call out their location and direction. Mile markers are painted on the trees or marked with yellow signs.

Logs from four timber sales on the State Forest and two on Stimson Lumber Company lands will be hauled down the South Fork Trask Road from now through the end of the summer. Hauling will occur chiefly from 4 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday through Friday. Forest operators are concentrating their work during the dry season to reduce the risk of road wear and sedimentation.

The Tillamook State Forest is a working forest that provides a balance of economic, social and environmental values to the citizens of Oregon. Timber harvests on the Tillamook and other state-owned forests provide revenue for schools and infrastructure. Over the past five years, Tillamook County has received more than $39 million from timber sales.

Additional information and updates about timber hauling on the state forest can be obtained from the department's Tillamook District office, 503-842-2545, and on the web, www.oregon.gov/odf/pages/field/tillamook/abouttillamook.aspx

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The pedestrian has been identified as Kevin J. Hoskins. He remains in critical condition at SW Peace Health Hospital. The driver is Jay A. Grow, 41, of Vancouver.

The Vancouver Police Traffic Unit is continuing their investigation and is asking anyone who witnessed the collision that has not yet spoken to police to contact Ofc. Jeff Olson at (360) 487-7478.

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On May 13, 2013 at approximately 2:30 p.m., Vancouver Police responded to a collision involving a pedestrian that was hit by a semi-truck in the area of E 15th Street/D Street. Early indications are the pedestrian stepped into the lane of traffic and was hit by a semi-truck that was unable to stop. Witnesses provided first aid to the pedestrian prior to the arrival of emergency personnel. The driver and witnesses remained on scene and are cooperating with the investigation. The pedestrian, a 25 year old male, was transported to an area hospital with life-threatening injuries.

The Vancouver Police Department Traffic Unit is investigating. Traffic westbound on E 15th Street from the I-5 south off ramp to C Street will be closed while emergency personnel are on scene.

The Board of Directors will meet in Executive Session at 5:30 p.m., on Tuesday, May 21, 2013 in the Board Room at the main headquarters, 11611 NE Ainsworth Circle, Portland, Oregon 97220. This Executive Session is called under ORS 192.660(2)(h): To consult with counsel concerning the legal rights and duties of a public body with regard to current litigation or litigation likely to be filed and ORS 192.660(2)(d): To conduct deliberations with persons designated by the governing body to carry on labor negotiations. Immediately following the Executive Session, a public meeting of the Tax Supervising and Conservation Commission Board of Directors will be held at approximately 6:00 p.m. followed by the Board regular session at approximately 7:00 p.m.

The agenda packet can be viewed on the MESD website: www.mesd.k12.or.us

The Oregon Department of Public Safety Standards and Training is pleased to announce the graduation of its 335th Basic Police Course. The graduation will be held at 1100 am on Friday, May 17, 2013 at the Oregon Public Safety Academy in 4190 Aumsville Hwy SE, Salem, Oregon. The guest speaker for the ceremony Chief Kristine Allison of the Central Point Police Department.

Members of Basic Police Class 335

Deputy Kevin Baird
Multnomah County Sheriff's Office

Deputy Clint Baltzor
Deschutes County Sheriff's Office

Deputy Benjamin Bartness
Deschutes County Sheriff's Office

Deputy Rayce Belmont
Clackamas County Sheriff's Office

Deputy Logan Bilyeu
Deschutes County Sheriff's Office

Officer Ryan Black
Hillsboro Police Department

Officer Nicholas Bohrer
Troutdale Police Department

Officer Brian Bragg
Springfield Police Department

Officer Danny Cupp
Warm Springs Police Department

Officer Zachary Delong
Portland Police Bureau

Deputy Cameron Derrick
Douglas County Sheriff's Office

Officer Mark Ellison
Portland Police Bureau

Officer Andre Estrada
Portland Police Bureau

Officer Ryan Fauver
Reedsport Police Department

Deputy Daniel Ferguson
Clackamas County Sheriff's Office

Officer Jonathon Ganci
Hillsboro Police Department

Deputy Troy Gilmore
Clackamas County Sheriff's Office

Officer James Glover
Lebanon Police Department

Officer Tyler Goode
Roseburg Police Department

Deputy Jason Hamilton
Multnomah County Sheriff's Office

Deputy James Hasse
Union County Sheriff's Office

Deputy Derek Huskisson
Clackamas County Sheriff's Office

Officer Rehanna Kerridge
Portland Police Bureau

Officer Jacob McNeilly
Rockaway Beach Police Department

Officer Gavin McVay
Brookings Police Department

Officer Brian Munoz
Central Point Police Department

Deputy Aaron Myers
Deschutes County Sheriff's Office

Deputy Ryan O'Day
Clackamas County Sheriff's Office

Officer Timothy Paolini
Portland Police Bureau

Officer Andrew Phelps
Keizer Police Department

Deputy Chelsea Piper
Clackamas County Sheriff's Office

Officer Luke Pitzrick
Portland Police Bureau

Officer Jeffrey Pratt
Warm Springs Police Department

Deputy Cody Ringheim
Clackamas County Sheriff's Office

Officer Edward Sharpe
OHSU University Police

Officer George Shimer
Boardman Police Department

Deputy Kyle Turpen
Washington County Sheriff's Office

Deputy Joshua Vandrimmelen
Douglas County Sheriff's Office

## Background Information on DPSST ##

The Department of Public Safety Standards and Training (DPSST)operates the Oregon Public Safety Academy which spans more than 212 acres in Salem. Eriks Gabliks serves as the Director, and Chief Kent Barker of the City of Tualatin Police Department serves as the Chair of the Board. The department implements minimum standards established by the Board for training and certification of city, county and state law enforcement officers, corrections officers, parole and probation officers, fire service personnel, telecommunicators, emergency medical dispatchers and private security providers. DPSST provides training to more than 20,000 students each year throughout Oregon and at the Oregon Public Safety Academy in Salem: certifies qualified officers at various levels from basic through executive; certifies qualified instructors; and reviews and accredits training programs throughout the state based on standards established by the Board.

Any questions please call Kristy Witherell at DPSST (503) 378-2386 or e-mail her at kristy.witherell@state.or.us

Disaster Volunteers from the Red Cross responded to a mobile home fire in the 32000 block of Denney in Scappoose, Oregon. The fire displaced 2 adults and the Red Cross provided food, clothing, lodging, health services, comfort kits and information about mental health services.

Gresham, Ore -Police remain at the scene of a fatal traffic accident continuing the investigation into the collision that killed a man. Donald M Bard, 54, of Gresham died at the scene of the accident at Hwy 26 and SE Hillyard Rd. Sun Bear Raven, 36, also of Gresham remains in serious condition after being transported to Emanuel Hospital with various injuries. Police believe Raven's excessive speed and reckless driving were the causes of the accident.

A Gresham Officer was monitoring traffic on Hwy 26 at SE 267th when he saw a black 2002 Mercedes driven by Raven, westbound. The officer estimated the speed to be about 100 miles per hour. The officer entered traffic with the intention of following and stopping the suspect. Before he could even get behind him, the suspect had crashed into a 2008 Mazda driven by Bard, at Hillyard Rd. Police received reports of a reckless driver in a black Mercedes as far east as Sandy, OR just prior to the accident.

As the officer arrived at the accident that had just occurred, the Mercedes caught fire. The officer and bystanders forced the vehicle opened and pulled Raven out of the burning vehicle. The officer cut his hands breaking the glass to enter the vehicle. He was treated at a local hospital and is expected to return to duty.

Raven has not been charged but the investigation remains opened. Raven was driving with his license suspended for a variety of traffic crimes, including DUII. The investigation has closed the westbound lanes of Hwy 26 at SE 267th. The eastbound lanes are reduced to one lane from Hillyard to 267th.

Gresham, Ore -Police are investigating an accident that resulted in one fatality at US Hwy 26 at SE Hillyard Rd. in Gresham. The accident occurred at 6:42 p.m. As a result of the investigation, traffic lanes eastbound are down to one lane, and westbound the highway is closed at SE 267th.
The identity of the deceased is being withheld pending notification of the family. The accident occurred when a vehicle traveling westbound on Hwy 26 collided with a vehicle that was making a left hand turn from eastbound Hwy 26 onto eastbound SE Hillyard Rd.
No further information is available as investigators are expecting to be at the scene for hours.

A commercial truck transporting logs received major fire damage Tuesday morning after a fire reportedly started inside the truck as it traveled along Highway 34 east of Interstate 5 in Linn County.

According to Trooper Phil Van Leuven, on May 14, 2013 at approximately 10:09 a.m., a 1993 Kenworth truck driven by RANDY L. NUNN, age 44, from Sweet Home, was westbound on Highway 34 near milepost 14 enroute with a load of logs to Roseburg. NUNN reported a fire started near the dashboard area inside the truck. He pulled into the center median and stopped to avoid any potential of the fire spreading to nearby grass.

Tangent Fire Department and ODOT responded to the scene. Firefighters extinguished the fire while the road was closed for over 30 minutes. The fire was restricted to the truck and didn't spread to the loaded logs.

Traffic was restored to one lane in both directions for about two more hours until the truck and trailer were removed.

Photographs - Oregon State Police

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Cornelius police officers arrested 21 year old Gustabo Pineda-Pineda on Saturday after he confronted a 17 year old male and stole his bicycle at knife point. According to Lieutenant Joe Noffsinger, Cornelius Police Department Spokesman, "At about 4:30 pm on Saturday May 11, 2013 officers were called to the area of the 1900 block of S. Alpine Street on a report of a robbery with a knife." The juvenile victim reported that he was riding his bicycle in the area when he was confronted by Pineda who aggressively approached and questioned the victim's association to gangs. The victim responded that he is not involved in gangs. As Pineda quickly approached closer, the victim saw a large knife in Pineda's hand. "Fearing for his own safety and believing that the suspect was after his bicycle, the victim dropped his bike and ran away", said Lt. Noffsinger.

Officers from Washington County, Forest Grove, Hillsboro, and Cornelius Police Departments responded to the area. The suspect and the bicycle were both gone upon the officers arrival. Further investigation lead officers to Gustabo Pineda who lives in the same area where the crime occurred. Officers contacted Mr. Pineda and took him into custody after he was positively identified as being the suspect involved in the reported robbery. He was lodged at the Washington County Jail on charges of Robbery I, Unlawful Use of a Weapon, Menacing, and Theft.

The Juvenile victim was not injured in the incident. His bicycle has not been located and is described as being an older, light purple colored, 24 or 26 inch, women's 21 speed 'Magna' mountain bike, valued at about $69.00. Lt. Noffsinger said, "Officers believe, that Pineda rode the bicycle away from the scene and dumped it at another location."

Anyone who may know the whereabouts of the bicycle, or who may have any information on this case, are asked to contact the Cornelius Police Department at 503 359-1881

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Attached Media Files: CPD News Release 051413

The Beaverton City Library invites residents to bring their two to six-year olds to listen to stories in different world languages. From Russian to Korean, there will be something for everyone to enjoy.

"According to some studies, critical thinking skills and creativity can increase when a child practices a foreign language," said Mayor Denny Doyle. "And, many of our families here in Beaverton speak more than one language. I encourage our residents to bring their children to these unique storytimes."

Join the library volunteers and local teachers as they read to children in various languages. No registration is required. World Language Storytimes begin at 10:30 a.m. in the Storytime Room on the following days:

* Monday, May 20--Somali
* Tuesday, May 21--Russian
* Wednesday, May 22--Chinese (Mandarin)
* Thursday, May 23--German
* Friday, May 24--Korean

The library also hosts Japanese Storytime each month on the second Friday of the month and Spanish Storytime on Saturdays at 3 p.m. Spanish Storytime will be on break from May 25 to June 15.

The Beaverton City Library, the second busiest library in the state, serves a population of approximately 142,000 (the population of Beaverton plus a portion of the unincorporated residents of Washington County). Each month, more than 84,000 people visit the library to check out nearly 300,000 items--circulating more than 3.5 million items annually. The library has two facilities, the Main Library and the Murray Scholls Branch, each open seven days per week.

For more information, please visit www.BeavertonLibrary.org/Storytime or call 503-350-3600.

In 2013, Beaverton was again recognized as the safest city in Oregon. Since 2007, Beaverton has been named one of the safest cities in the Northwest. In 2012, the city was awarded the Mayors' Climate Protection Award from the U.S. Conference of Mayors. It was one of just four cities of its size recently recognized as a "Smarter City" energy leader by the Natural Resources Defense Council and one of the 100 Best Places to Live in America by Money magazine. In addition, Beaverton was named one of the best places to raise kids by BusinessWeek magazine, an All-America City finalist, as one of the top 25 Suburbs for Retirement by Forbes.com, one of the 100 Best Walking Cities in America by Prevention magazine, the Recycler of the Year from the Association of Oregon Recyclers, a Tree City USA by the Arbor Day Foundation, a Bronze Award Bicycle Friendly Community designation by the League of American Bicyclists and as one of the Environmental Protection Agency's Green Power Communities, the Beaverton Community Vision program was named Public Involvement Project of the Year--Best Planning Project by the International Association of Public Participation (IAP2) Cascade Chapter. Beaverton also enjoys one of the most diverse populations in Oregon. For more information, please visit www.BeavertonOregon.gov or follow us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/CityofBeaverton.

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Attached Media Files: Next week children are invited to join the Beaverton City Library staff for stories in various world languages. Residents are encouraged to bring their two to six-year olds to listen to these entertaining stories.

May 14, 2013

What: The Oregon Health Policy Board will meet via webinar May 16. The board will receive the first quarterly report on health care transformation and coordinated care organizations. This report covers pre-CCO baseline and benchmark data from 2011. This is a public meeting, but no public testimony will be heard. To watch the meeting, use the webinar links below.

When: Thursday, May 16, 9 to 10 a.m.

Where: The meeting will be held via webinar. The link to join the webinar is: https://www2.gotomeeting.com/register/511172450. Members of the public and media can also dial in to listen without joining the webinar at 470-200-0302, code 596-542-980. A recording of the meeting will be posted on the board's meeting page at www.oregon.gov/oha/OHPB/Pages/2013-OHPB-Meetings.aspx.

Who: Bruce Goldberg, M.D., director of the Oregon Health Authority; Lori Coyner, OHA director of accountability and quality; and Gretchen Morley, director of the Office of Health Analytics, will discuss various aspects of the quarterly report.

For more information on the meeting, visit the board's meeting page.

Note: Public testimony will not be accepted at this meeting. Input for the board can be sent to ohpb.info@state.or.us.

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Battle Ground Police Officers responded to Keo Thai Cuisine at approximately 12:30 this afternoon after a car crashed into the restaurant located at 1800 NW 9th Avenue in Battle Ground.

A 75 year-old woman was parking her 2001 Toyota Avalon in a parking place at the restaurant when her foot slipped off the brake and on to the accelerator causing the car to crash into the building. No one, either in the car or the restaurant, was injured in the incident.

While the restaurant's front-facing glass was destroyed, City of Battle Ground building officials inspected the building to ensure there was no structural damage - none was found.

At this time, no citations have been issued, but the case is still pending with the Battle Ground Police Department.

Officers from the Beaverton Police Department will again join law enforcement agencies throughout Oregon in the Three Flags Seatbelt Enforcement Campaign, that will began Monday, May 20, 2013 and will continue through Sunday, June 2, 2013. The focus of this campaign is on seatbelt use and minors riding in open pickup beds. The goal of this campaign is to reduce traffic injuries and deaths by increased education and enforcement.

Oregon law does not allow anyone under the age of 18 to ride in the open bed of a motor vehicle. There are specific exceptions for this law and they can be found in the Oregon Revised Statutes (ORS) 811.205. The danger for anyone who rides in the open bed of a motor vehicle is being ejected if involved in a collision. Your chances of surviving even a low speed collision are greatly reduced if you are ejected from the vehicle.

Oregon law requires that there be "proper use" of the entire seatbelt system; lap belt placed low across the hips and a shoulder belt over the collarbone and crossing the center of the chest. Belts should be free of slack and lying flat with no twists or knots. If necessary, slide the attachment on the door post up or down to fit the size of you or your passenger. Shoulder belts should not be placed under the arm or behind the back - this can cause serious internal injuries or ejection in the event of a crash.

The Beaverton Police Department will continue to strive to keep our citizens safe, reminding you that car seats, seat belts and following the posted speed limit are an effective way to protect you and your family. Our enforcement efforts will be on-going as we work with the community to save lives.

Three Flag Blitz campaigns are funded through grants received from the Oregon Chiefs of Police and the Oregon Department of Transportation.
http://www.oregonlaws.org/ors/811.205
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Attached Media Files: Press Release

The Portland Police Bureau wants to make people aware that the following news release contains some graphic descriptions of a criminal act connected to the investigation and arrest of 26-year-old Jared Weston Walter:

On Monday May 13, 2013, Officers assigned to the Transit Police Division responded to the Downtown transit mall on a report of a male that had ejaculated on the back of a female victim's head. The suspect fled the bus prior to police arrival.

Officers took witness and victim statements and recovered DNA evidence at the scene. Further investigation revealed similar incidents involving the same suspect that occurred in the previous three weeks, one in Portland and one in Clackamas County.

At the time of those first two reports, the victims were unsure as to what had transpired, and the seriousness of the offense was not understood.

Eyewitness accounts as well as TriMet surveillance video allowed police to identify the suspect as 26-year-old Jared Weston Walter. The suspect was familiar to the Transit Police, because they had arrested him in 2009 for repeatedly applying superglue into women's hair and cutting women's hair while riding on TriMet buses. It was determined that Walter had recently been paroled from prison, and is on Post Prison Supervision out of Clackamas County.

Walter's preferred offending pattern is to sit or stand behind a female victim on a TriMet bus and fondle their hair while he masturbates. Walter was known to frequent the bus lines between Downtown Portland and Milwaukie / Oregon City, including lines 31, 33 and 99.

The Transit Police Division, Milwaukie Police Department, Oregon City Police Department, Clackamas County Community Corrections and TriMet worked quickly and cooperatively in an effort to apprehend Walter. Transit Police Officers arrested Walter as he attempted to board a TriMet bus downtown yesterday.

Walter was lodged at the Multnomah County Jail on multiple counts of Sex Abuse in the Third Degree, Interfering with Public Transportation, Harassment, Disorderly Conduct in the Second Degree and Public Indecency.

Walter is a white male, 5'8", 145 lbs with short brown hair. He is known to wear a black leather waist-length jacket and blue jeans.

Investigators are releasing Walter's booking photo as well as surveillance photos that might assist in more victims stepping forward to police.

Investigators believe there are additional victims that have yet to be identified. Anyone who believes they may have witnessed a similar incident, or has been a victim, is urged to contact Transit Police Officer West Helfrich at (503) 545-3860 or west.helfrich@portlandoregon.gov .

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WHO: The Salvation Army

WHAT: The Salvation Army wants to say "Thank You" this National Salvation Army Week through community events including: a cupcake promotion with Cupcake Jones, a community BBQ in Hillsboro, a Senior Block Party in NE Portland, and an open house, dedication, and tours of a new shelter facility for women who are homeless!

WHEN & WHERE: Monday, May 13, 2013 - Sunday, May 19, 2013

Cupcake Jones promotion: Monday, May 13, 2013 - Sunday, May 19, 2013, Cupcake Jones located at 307 NW 10th St. Portland.

Community BBQ: Wednesday, May 15, 2013 from 11am - 1pm, located at The Salvation Army Tualatin Valley Citadel, 351 SE Oak Street, Hillsboro.

Senior Block Party: Wednesday, May 15, 2013 from 11am - 1pm, located at The Salvation Army Rose Center for Seniors, 211 NE 18th Ave. Portland.

Shelter Dedication: Thursday, May 16, 2013 from 3pm - 6pm, located at 30 SW 2nd Ave. Portland (corner of SW 2nd and Burnside)


WHY: Year after year, community partners, donors, and volunteers help The Salvation Army serve thousands annually, and there is absolutely no way The Salvation Army can possibly say "Thank You!" enough for all of their support! However, this week, The Salvation Army hopes to do its best by celebrating the 60th annual National Salvation Army Week giving back to the community who gives so much. These events are a way to celebrate how The Salvation Army and the community are together DOING THE MOST GOOD in assisting those in need.

More event information BELOW or on www.salvationarmyportland.org. You can also call Teresa Engel at 503-794-3283 or e-mail her at teresa.engel@usw.salvationarmy.org.

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60th Annual Nat'l Salvation Army Week Celebrations this Week incl. FREE community BBQ's & Dedication of New Shelter

(Portland, OR) May 14, 2013 - Year after year, community partners, donors, and volunteers help The Salvation Army serve thousands annually, and there is absolutely no way The Salvation Army can possibly say "Thank You!" enough for all of their support! However, this week, The Salvation Army hopes to do its best by celebrating the 60th annual National Salvation Army Week giving back to the community who gives so much. National Salvation Army Week 2013 is this week, May 13th -19th, 2013, and will offer lots of ways for you to celebrate with The Salvation Army: a yummy cupcake promotion, FREE community BBQ's, and the dedication of a new shelter facility for women who are homeless.

How YOU Can Celebrate National Salvation Army Week:

o Buy a Coco Cabana Cupcake from Cupcake Jones and help give back to the community! For every Coco Cabana Cupcake sold this week, Cupcake Jones will donate a portion of the proceeds to The Salvation Army! Cupcake Jones is located at 307 NW 10th in Portland. Visit www.cupcakejones.net for more information on Cupcake Jones

o The Salvation Army Tualatin Valley Citadel, located in Hillsboro, will be having a FREE hot dog community lunch on Wednesday, May 15th, 11am-1pm! They are in Hillsboro at 351 SE Oak Street.

o Join us for the Rose Center for Seniors first Community Block Party on NE 18th St. and Sandy Blvd. in front of their building. Games, prizes, and live music will be there to help bring in the spirit of thanks to the community who freely serves Portland Tabernacle and the seniors at The Rose Center.

o On Thursday, May 16th, The Salvation Army is celebrating a very exciting move - the move of its Salvation Army Female Emergency Shelter, or SAFES, into a bigger and better facility! The historic Salvation Army Harbor Light building on 2nd and Burnside has been renovated into a facility that will be able to better serve women who are homeless! Join The Salvation Army community and leaders as well as local leaders from 3pm-6pm for a dedication, ribbon cutting, tours, and open house!

National Salvation Army Week was first declared in 1954 by President Dwight D. Eisenhower, in which he said: "Among Americans, The Salvation Army has long been a symbol of wholehearted dedication to the cause of human brotherhood . . . Their work has been a constant reminder to us all that each of us is neighbor and kin to all Americans, giving freely of themselves, the men and women of The Salvation Army have won the respect of us all."

For more information on National Salvation Army Week activities, visit www.salvationarmyportland.org or friend us on Facebook at facebook.com/SalvationArmyPortland


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About The Salvation Army
The Salvation Army, an evangelical part of the universal Christian church established in London in 1865, has been supporting those in need in His name without discrimination for 130 years in the United States. Nearly 30 million Americans receive assistance from The Salvation Army each year through the broadest array of social services that range from providing food for the hungry, relief for disaster victims, assistance for the disabled, outreach to the elderly and ill, clothing and shelter to the homeless and opportunities for underprivileged children. 82 cents of every dollar The Salvation Army spends is used to support those services in 5,000 communities nationwide. The Salvation Army works in 126 countries worldwide. For more information, or to make a donation, visit us online at www.salvationarmyportland.org. People wishing to make monetary donations can do so by calling 503.238.GIVE (4483), or by mail, The Salvation Army, 8495 SE Monterey Avenue, Happy Valley, OR 97086-7844.

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Pendleton, OR - On April 25, at the 2013 annual meeting of the Oregon Society of American Foresters (OSAF) at the Wildhorse Resort and Casino, Kitt Jennings, a recent graduate from Mt. Hood Community College (MHCC) with an A.A.S. in Natural Receives Management - Forestry, received the inaugural 2012-13 Community College Outstanding Student Award. The newly created award is presented annually to an Oregon community college student who is a member of the Society of American Foresters (SAF) and participates regularly in their respective SAF chapter including in a leadership role, and who demonstrates good academic standing, good citizenship, and excellence in extracurricular and professional work activities.

This is a special award in that it recognizes the value of the future of the forestry profession. Kitt has earned this honor by serving as her chapter's initial chair - having been one of its organizing founders. She has been active in student chapter activities both on campus and within the community, possesses outstanding academic standing in all subject areas, has a distinct extracurricular history both within and outside the natural resources arena, and has an impressive professional work history spanning multiple disciplines. She has impressed her peers, faculty, as well as Portland Chapter SAF members who have gotten to know Kitt through their chapter meetings she regularly attends.

The award presented to one of her faculty instructors at the awards banquet consisted of a framed Community College Outstanding Student of the Year Award Certificate and a cash donation from OSAF to her student chapter in recognition of her contributions. In addition, her name will be the first added to a new Community College Outstanding Student Award Winners' plaque that will travel to the school hosting the previous year's award winner.

Pendleton, OR - On April 25, at the 2013 annual meeting of the Oregon Society of American Foresters (OSAF) at the Wildhorse Resort and Casino, Wayne Giesy was presented with an honorary membership in OSAF. This honorary membership recognizes a long and distinguished association with, and leadership in forestry in Oregon.

Wayne is 93 years young, having graduated from Oregon's Amity High School and serving honorably during World War II. He began a business relationship with Hull-Oakes Lumber Co. of Dawson, Ore., in 1947 that continues today. Wayne served in the Oregon Legislature as a Representative from Benton County from 1955 to 1958, where he worked on two important forestry issues: fire protection and management of state-owned forestland. In the 1970s Wayne gyppo-logged until 1983 when Ralph Hull asked him to work for Hull-Oakes; in 1996 he was able to get the Hull-Oakes Lumber sawmill placed on the National Registry of Historic Places. He is on the board of Directors of Oregon Forest Industries Council (OFIC), is active with the American Forest Resources Council, is a long-time supporter of the Dean and faculty at OSU's College of Forestry, and still testifies regularly at Oregon Board of Forestry meetings.

In recognition of this lifetime of work and devotion to forestry in Oregon, Wayne was presented with an Oregon SAF honorary membership. He received his membership certificate at the awards banquet; the framed membership certificate was signed by the National SAF president, the National SAF CEO, and OSAF chair Dr. Ron Boldenow.


Attached Media Files: Wayne Giesy (middle) receives an honorary membership into the Oregon Society of American Foresters. Shown with Mr. Giesy are State Chair Ron Boldenow (left) and SAF District 2 Council Representative Bob Alverts.

On May 13, 2013 at approximately 10:15 p.m. Beaverton Police Officers were dispatched to the 7000 block of SW 163rd Place. They were responding to a report of a resident finding what looked like a bullet hole in a bedroom wall and closet.

When officers arrived they contacted the home owner who told them that he and his wife heard a loud noise and he went to see what it was. He told the officers that he went into one of the bedrooms and saw what he thought was a bullet hole in a bedroom wall and a closet door. The officers searched the room and located a spent bullet and documented the two bullet holes in the bedroom and the entry point on the outside of the house.

The officers were able to determine that the bullet came from a house that was East of the victim's residence, because it also had a bullet hole in it. The Officers knocked on the door of this house and contacted Bryce Norton 33.

Norton told the officers that he was cleaning his handgun but does not believe it went off. Norton said that he did find a spent shell on the ground when he was cleaning the gun and was not sure where it came from. When officers spoke to Norton's sister who was in the house, she said that she had heard a loud bang and was not sure if it came from inside or outside of the house.

Norton was arrested for recklessly endangering another person and unlawful possession of a controlled substance and was lodged at the Washington County Jail.

It is so important that you follow the four basic safety rules when handling any firearm.

1. Treat all firearms as if they are loaded.
2. Keep the firearm pointed in a safe direction.
3. Keep your finger off the trigger until you are ready to fire.
4. Always be aware of your target and what is beyond.

If these rules are followed the chance of injury or loss of life are greatly reduced.

The victims do not want to speak to any media.
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Attached Media Files: Press Release , MUG Photo

Pendleton, OR - On April 25, at the 2013 annual meeting of the Oregon Society of American Foresters (OSAF) at the Wildhorse Resort and Casino, Talk About Trees (Oregon Women in Timber) , received the 2012 OSAF Forestry Appreciation Award. The award is presented to individuals, groups, or institutions outside of the forestry profession who have contributed significantly to the advancement of forestry in Oregon. Talk About Trees (TAT) is a program sponsored by Oregon Women in Timber. TAT is an interactive, science-based program for pre-school through eighth grade and gives an overview of forest ecology, forest management practices, and forest products. Programs are presented by trained facilitators and are free throughout the state.

TAT's goals are:
* to encourage awareness and appreciation for the values of forests in our daily lives
* to encourage an understanding about the protection, management, and conservation of the renewable forest.

The award, accepted by Joan Mason Ruud for Talk About Trees, consisted of a framed Forestry Appreciation Award certificate and a cash donation from OSAF in recognition of the organization's contribution to the education of Oregonians about all aspects of forest management.


Attached Media Files: Joan Mason Ruud of Oregon Women in Timber receives the Oregon SAF Forestry Appreciation Award from State Chair Ron Boldenow.

Vancouver, Wash. - On Thursday, May 16, 2013, three community leaders will get a first hand look at the work of Evergreen Public Schools' principals. 'Principal for a Day' pairs members of the community with a school principal for a morning of job shadowing followed by a round table luncheon with the school board and district administrators.

Tom Mielke, Clark County Commissioner, will be at Fisher's Landing Elementary School; Debbie Ham, Director of SELF, will be at Pacific Middle School; and Mike Whitney, Vancouver Police Department's East Precinct Commander, will be at Union High School.

The job shadow will run from 9:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m., followed by lunch with the school board from 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. at Union High School.

Union High School - 6201 NW Friberg-Strunk St, Camas, WA 98607
Pacific Middle School - 2017 NE 172nd Ave, Vancouver, WA 98684
Fisher's Landing Elementary School - 3800 SE Hiddenbrook Dr, Vancouver, WA 98683

Shortly after 11:30 this morning a resident called 911 reporting that her house was on fire located at 7755 SE Overland St. in Milwaukie. Firefighters were quickly dispatched and arrived to find light smoke from the building and an elderly female outside with burns to her arms. Crews went to work extinguishing the fire and treating the female patient. The patient was treated on scene and then tranpsorted to an area hospital in stable condition with non-life threatening injuries for further evaluation and treatment.

The fire was contained to the kitchen and was determined to have been an accidental cooking fire. In this case a grease fire was attempted to be extinguished with water, which caused a violent reaction with the hot liquid. Clackamas Fire would like to remind people to extinguish grease fires by covering the pan with a lid or to use a fire extinguisher.


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Pendleton, OR - On April 25, at the 2013 annual meeting of the Oregon Society of American Foresters (OSAF) at the Wildhorse Resort and Casino, Dr. Frederick C. Hall (Fred), retired forest ecologist with the US Forest Service, received the 2012 OSAF Lifetime Achievement Award. The award recognizes a lifetime contribution to the Society of American Foresters (SAF) and lifelong achievements in the forestry profession. In many respects, the award is the gold standard of recognition because it reflects a body of work and service that spans generations.

Fred has a BS in Forest Management from Purdue University, an MS in Range Management with a minor in Douglas-fir silviculture from Oregon State University (OSU), and a PhD in Plant Ecology from OSU. He worked for the USFS for 38 years in a number of positions relating to forest ecology. Over his long and distinguished career, he has received over a dozen awards and certificates of appreciation. A summary of his publications include 4 refereed journals, 20 National Symposia proceedings, 10 books or chapter in books, 13 publications, and papers published in regional proceeding in 11 different years throughout his career. Fred is known and admired for his work in ponderosa pine management over the years, having instructed hundreds of foresters and forest landowners in the art of keeping their eastern Oregon forests healthy and productive. His admirers will never forget his resonant booming voice on the hundreds of field trips in which he participated.

The award presented to Fred at the awards banquet consisted of a framed print of an eastside forest scene painted by the well-known landscape artist, the late Ken Brauner of Eugene.


Attached Media Files: Fred Hall (center) receives the Oregon SAF Lifetime Achievement Award at the OSAF annual meeting in Pendleton last month. He is flanked by State Chair Ron Boldenow on the left and SAF District 2 Council Representative Bob Alverts on the right.

SALEM, Ore. - The competition is under way, starting at Camp Withycombe in Clackamas, Ore, moving to the Umatilla Army Depot and finishing at Camp Rilea, as the Oregon Army National hosts the Regional Army National Guard's "Best Warrior Challenge," May 13-17.

Citizen-Soldiers from 8 states are participating in the regional competition.

Competition events include, but are not limited to; rappelling, rifle marksmanship, physical fitness testing, obstacle course, and Soldier knowledge evaluation boards.

The Best Warrior Challenge will pit Army National Guard Soldiers from Alaska, Idaho, Montana, North Dakota, South Dakota, Washington, Wyoming and Oregon, against each other during this grueling 4 day event. Winners of this competition will advance to a National competition later this year.

The event kicked off May 13, and will run from early morning to late at night through the rest of the week. An awards dinner is scheduled Thursday afternoon.


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May 14, 2013

Salem, OR -- Maps Credit Union was recently honored with an Excellence Award, which recognizes outstanding human resource/training and development achievements in the credit union industry.

The award was presented by the Credit Union National Association (CUNA) HR/TD Council, a national network comprised of 750 credit union human resource and training & development professionals. Awards are given in each of three categories, including Employee Engagement, HR/TD Management Practices and HR/TD Strategic Leadership.

Maps won the Practices category for its entry, entitled To the Olympics and Beyond, one of many planned initiatives seeking to engage employees in wellness activities, promote work-life balance and provide practical information about how to stay healthy on the job and at home.

"Employee wellness is such an important part of performance, engagement, and on-the-job happiness," says Maps' HR Director Barbara Cecil. "To help our employees be their best, we created incentives and activities that are fun and that promote wellness in all areas. Not just physical fitness, but also healthy eating, stress- reduction, and building deep relationships at work." To support the initiative, Cecil continues, the credit union earmarked $30,000 in budget funds to cover employee incentives and activities.

"The HR/TD Council Excellence Award recognizes and honors credit unions that exemplify excellence in HR and training & development in the credit union industry," says Jennifer Huggard, Chair of the Awards Committee for the CUNA HR/TD Council. "Credit unions that receive these awards should be extremely proud of their accomplishments and know that their work represents outstanding examples of Employee Engagement, Management Practices and Strategic Leadership. The CUNA HR/TD Council is proud to celebrate those who are deserving of this recognition."

Award winners were recognized at the council's 19th annual conference held April 21-24 in
Anaheim, Calif. For more information on the HR/TD Excellence Awards or to view the entire list of winners, go to http://www.cunahrtdcouncil.org/awards/2013excellencewinners.html.

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Maps Credit Union has come a long way since a group of 17 volunteers joined together in 1935, running the credit union out of kitchens and living rooms in homes throughout Marion County. Today, Maps serves nearly 45,000 members in Marion, Polk, Yamhill, Linn, Benton, Clackamas, Washington and Multnomah counties. The credit union has nine branches located in east, west, south and central Salem; Keizer; the Willamette University campus; Monmouth; Woodburn; and Silverton.

The CUNA HR/TD Council is a member-led organization comprised of 750 credit union HR and training professionals from across the United States. The mission of the HR/TD Council is to equip HR/TD Professionals for success through networking opportunities, providing resources and fostering their influence in the credit union movement. The CUNA HR/TD Council is one of the six organizations that make up the CUNA Councils, a network of more than 5,500 credit union professionals. For more information, visit www.cunahrtdcouncil.org or www.cunacouncils.org.

Lake Oswego, Ore. --
Thanks to an all-around solid performance, Westside Christian High School's varsity golf team won their 8th 3A district championship over the past nine years at the OGA Members Course in Woodburn. With their victory the Eagles earned the privilege of competing in the State Tournament at Emerald Valley GC in Creswell on May 13-14.

The Eagles had high hopes at the beginning of the season as they were returning all of their varsity players from last year's team that placed 3rd in the State Tournament. They would soon discover that the season would be one of significant obstacles.

They faced their first hurdle before the season started when senior Tyler Jorgensen, their second leading scorer last season, had surgery on his wrist and sat out the pre-season rehabilitating. He recovered in time for the Tualatin-Tigard Showcase tournament at the Tualatin Country Club where Westside earned a 6th place finish against 5A/6A teams.

With a healthy team, the Eagles proceeded to win the next two tournaments, their first District 7 event at OGA and the 8-team Oregon Invitational at Pumpkin Ridge. Jorgensen had a strong performance in both events shooting a 77 and a 75 while sophomore Steven Olmstead shot a career-best 74 followed by an 80 to lead the team scoring.

The team's second hurdle occurred when Jorgensen dislocated a rib and missed the next three tournaments recovering. Senior and 4-year varsity letter winner Mark Stockamp and returning sophomore Cullen Kyte stepped up to take the reins in those events. The Eagles placed 2nd at the Bandon Invitational at Bandon Trails, the Northwest Invitational at Quail Valley, and the Westside Christian Invitational at Emerald Valley.

The obstacles kept coming. At mid-season, the father of senior golfer Preston Kupish passed away after a long battle with Parkinson's disease. Kupish missed one tournament and the team rescheduled another event so they could all support him at his father's memorial service.

With Tyler recovered and Preston rejoining the team, the Eagles traveled to Tokatee for their last tournament of the season. At full strength for the first time in a month, Westside shot at 326, their best round of the year, and won the 12-team Glen Robinson Memorial Tournament. Jorgensen shot a 79, Stockamp 80, and Kupish 81 to lead the scoring.

Feeling very confident, the Eagles started strong at the District Tournament by shooting another season-best score, 317, on the first day and taking a commanding 16-shot lead into day 2. Jorgensen, who leads the team with a 78.0 scoring average, shot a season-best 75 with Mark Stockamp right behind him shooting a 78. Sophomore Steven Olmstead and senior Morgan Cho rounded out the scoring by both shooting 82's. The second day was more of the same with Westside widening their lead after 27 holes. The Eagles finished by shooting a 329 for a 24-shot lead and the district title.

Jorgensen, Stockamp, Olmstead, and Cho all made 1st Team All-District. This is the first time that the All-District team has been comprised of four players from the same school.



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Westside Christian High School is an inter-denominational high school founded in 1981 and located in Lake Oswego. Westside's mission is to equip servant leaders in God's kingdom for the next generation by educating and developing the whole person for the glory of God.


Attached Media Files: Westside Christian HIgh School earned the District Golf Championship. (L to R): Cullen Kyte, Mark Stockamp, Morgan Cho, Coach Roger Allcroft, Preston Kupish, Asst. Coach John Olmstead, Steven Olmstead, and Tyler Jorgensen.

PORTLAND, OR--May 14, 2013 - Warner Pacific College will host a special forum for the city of Portland on Saturday, May 18, 2013. This forum is an opportunity for Mayor Hales, city commissioners, and city staff to hear input from the community before the City Council adopts the 2013-14 budget.

In addition to the budget forum at Warner Pacific College, there will also be two other opportunities for Portland residents to share their thoughts on the proposed budget:

* Thursday, May 16, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., Council Chambers, City Hall, 1221 S.W. Fourth Ave.

* Saturday, May 18, 3 to 5 p.m., Warner Pacific College, 2219 S.E. 68th Ave.

* Thursday, May 23, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., Jackson Middle School, 10625 S.W. 35th Ave.

For more information, visit the City Budget Office website at http://www.portlandoregon.gov/cbo/article/437463.

Founded in 1937 in Spokane, Washington, as Pacific Bible College, Warner Pacific is a Christ-centered, urban, liberal arts college dedicated to providing students from diverse backgrounds an education that prepares them to engage actively in a constantly changing world. Learn more at www.warnerpacific.edu.


Attached Media Files: Warner Pacific College

On May 13, 2013, Detectives from the Vancouver Police Digital Evidence and Cybercrime Unit (DECU) arrested Kelsey L. Vestal, 26, for promoting the commercial sexual abuse of a minor (sex trafficking). Her arrest follows an arrest on April 28, 2013 of co-defendant Ricky D. Horn, 18, for the same charge. Vestal and Horn are allegedly responsible for the sexual exploitation and prostitution of a 14 year old girl in the City of Vancouver. The arrests culminate over seven months of investigation for the detectives with the Digital Evidence and Cybercrime Unit.

For information on the DECU unit or the prevention of sex trafficking, visit the Vancouver Police Department at www.vanpolice.org.

Oregon's seasonally adjusted unemployment rate was 8.0 percent in April and 8.2 percent in March.

Industry Payroll Employment (Establishment Survey Data)
On a seasonally adjusted basis, preliminary estimates from the federal Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) indicate nonfarm payroll employment in Oregon rose by 3,700 jobs in April. Large gains in leisure and hospitality (+2,600 jobs), manufacturing (+1,200), and other services (+1,100) were partially offset by a drop in construction (-1,200). Revised estimates for March show a gain of 1,300 jobs, when a gain of 1,900 was initially reported.

The federal Bureau of Labor Statistics estimates that construction employment rose by only 1,700 in April when a gain of 2,900 is the normal seasonal movement. This weak showing followed strong gains in February and March. Over the longer term, construction added 1,400 jobs since April 2012, but at 68,100 jobs in April 2013, it was still well below its record April high of 101,500 reached in April 2007.

Manufacturing was expected to add 500 jobs in April due to normal seasonal factors, but added 1,700 instead. This better-than-expected reading put manufacturing back on track with its moderate recovery seen during the prior three years. Seasonally adjusted employment in manufacturing stood at 175,800 in April, which was well above its low point of 162,100 in late 2009.

Economists with the BLS estimate that leisure and hospitality added 4,600 jobs in April, at a time of year when a gain of 2,000 was expected due to seasonal factors. The industry has added employees at an accelerating rate so far this year.

Since April 2012, leisure and hospitality has been one of the fastest growing major industries. Over the past 12 months it added 9,300 jobs, or 5.6 percent. Food services and drinking places, a major component sector, has added 6,600 in that time.

The BLS estimates that in April, other services added 500 jobs when a loss of 600 is the normal seasonal pattern for the month.
This better-than-expected showing puts the industry slightly above its slow-growth trend seen over the past two years. This industry, which includes establishments engaged in repair, maintenance, personal services, and religious organizations, has recovered less than half of the jobs it lost during the 2008-2009 recession.

While several major industries - including manufacturing, construction, and financial activities - remain well below their pre-recession employment peaks, several industries were at record levels in April. Professional and business services employed 199,500 on a seasonally adjusted basis in April. This was slightly above its pre recession peak of 198,900 reached in April 2008.

Earlier this year, leisure and hospitality blew past its prior peak; the industry employed 179,100 in April. And private-sector educational and health services never experienced an employment downturn during the past 20 years. Its employment growth rate slowed over the past year, but at 240,600 jobs it is still in record territory.

Quarterly Revisions
(Establishment Survey Data)
Effective today, the Oregon payroll employment numbers were revised for all months from October 2012 through March 2013. The figures now incorporate a near-universe count of employment covered by the unemployment insurance program for October through December. The months of January through March were then adjusted to reflect the newly revised December figures.

These improvements to this Oregon data resulted in an upward revision of 3,100 jobs to December's seasonally adjusted total nonfarm payroll employment. The private-sector was revised upward by 6,500, while government was revised downward by 3,400. Private-sector revisions were largest in the following industries: leisure and hospitality (revised upward by 2,100 jobs); construction (+1,200); and trade, transportation and utilities (+1,200).

Unemployment
(Household Survey Data)
The national unemployment rate was 7.5 percent in April and 7.6 percent in March, while Oregon's rate was 8.0 percent in April and 8.2 percent in March.

In April, 150,576 Oregonians were unemployed. This was 19,955 fewer individuals than in April 2012 when 170,531 Oregonians were unemployed.


Next Press Releases
The Oregon Employment Department plans to release the April county and metropolitan area unemployment rates on Monday, May 20th and the statewide unemployment rate and employment survey data for May on Tuesday, June 18th.

The Oregon Employment Department is publishing a new data series with the release of April nonfarm payroll employment estimates. This official Oregon series is revised quarterly by using employment counts from employer tax records. All department publications, such as news releases, monthly Oregon Labor Trends and local labor trends, will use the new data series unless noted otherwise.

The department will continue to make the original nonfarm payroll employment data series available. These data are produced by the federal Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and are revised annually.

Analysts at the Oregon Employment Department will use employer tax records as soon as they become available each quarter to adjust the official Oregon series. This revision resets the monthly estimates to the correct level and should reduce the drift that can occur with estimates that are revised annually.

Both the official Oregon series and the official BLS series are available on the department's website, QualityInfo.org.

For many years, monthly employment estimates for Oregon and its metropolitan areas were developed by Oregon Employment Department economists.

In March 2011, responsibility for the monthly employment estimates for Oregon and its metropolitan areas shifted to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). The estimates developed by BLS are more heavily dependent on the sample of businesses and less reliant on knowledge of local economic events. They are also likely to demonstrate increased month-to-month variability.

Comments or questions should be directed to Graham Slater, Administrator of the Oregon Employment Department's Workforce and Economic Research Division, at (503) 947-1212.
For the complete version of the news release, including tables and graphs, visit: www.QualityInfo.org/pressrelease.

If you need this release in the Spanish language, please contact Loretta Gallegos at 503-947-1794.

For help finding jobs and training resources, visit one of the state's WorkSource Oregon Centers or go to: www.WorkSourceOregon.org.

Equal Opportunity program -- auxiliary aids and services available upon request to individuals with disabilities

Lake Oswego, Ore. -- May 13, 2013 --
On Thursday, May 9, Westside Christian High School's Concert Choir competed against other 3A finalists to defend their title at this year's OSAA 3A State Choir Competition held at George Fox University. With a final aggregate score of 318 points, Westside once again earned the State title.

For more than a decade Westside's choir has consistently ranked among the top three choirs in the state and has achieved first in State a total of nine times. This year's win meant seven consecutive State Championship titles.

Going into the State Competition, the pressure was on for Westside Christian High School's 38 Concert Choir members. With such a notable track record, there were a number of other schools determined to unseat Westside. When the scores were totaled, Westside maintained a sizable advantage over the other finalists, winning by 14 points.

Under the direction of Will Fox and accompanied on the piano by Karin Chesnutt, Westside choir members sang a sampling of diverse pieces, including Fa una canzona Orazio Vechhi, The Pasture by Z. Randall Stroope, Jabula Jesu by Stephen Hatfield, Ubi Caritas by Maurice Durufle, and City Called Heaven by Josephine Poelinitz. "I stress the importance of carefully interpreting and expressing each song and focusing on the details," said Fox. "Several of the songs had high emotional impact and riveting messages, so they were perfect pieces to demonstrate the abilities of this group of singers. It did not go unnoticed by the judges."

Judging focused on four main areas: quality of sound, technique, musicality, and miscellaneous factors. Quality of sound includes intonation, pitch, uniformity of vowels, and overall blend of voices. The technique score incorporates tempo, rhythmic precision, diction, and the preparation of the various vocal parts. Musicality involves the overall interpretation of the selected pieces, phrasing, expression, and the sensitivity of dynamics within each piece. Other factors that were taken into consideration included the variety of style demonstrated within the selection of pieces and overall appearance and presentation of the performers.

Groups were also judged on their sight-singing capabilities. They were provided several pieces and given a minute to look it over and mentally prepare. Judges looked for rhythmic accuracy, unison pitch, accuracy of notes, ability to follow musical expressions within each score, and attention to details.

Westside achieved very high scores from all three performance judges, with scores of 93, 93, and 92. They earned of score of 40 in the sight-reading portion of the competition..

The Westside Choir will hold their annual Spring Concert this Friday, May 17, at 7:30 p.m. at Westside Christian High School, located at 4565 Carman Drive in Lake Oswego. Included in the concert will be all of the pieces performed at the State Competition. The public is invited to attend.


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About Westside Christian High School
Westside Christian High School, located in Lake Oswego, Oregon, was founded in 1981 with a mission to equip servant leaders in God's Kingdom for the next generation by educating and developing the whole person for the glory of God. For more information visit www.wchsonline.org or call 503.697.4711.
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Attached Media Files: Westside Christian High School won their 7th consecutive 3A State Choir Championship.

"Anyone who has been downwind from a campfire can appreciate the agitation of inhaling smoke. Now imagine being exposed to bitter, thick smoke and heat produced from burning furniture and plastics while performing grueling physical tasks. This is the environment firefighters contend with when battling structure fires", states Fire Chief Mike Duyck. "Though safety equipment has evolved considerably since fire departments first organized, we are still learning about hazards faced by firefighters before and after the fire is out."

Firefighters wear breathing apparatus and protective clothing to survive dangerous environments. Past practice was for firefighters to remove their masks and air tanks as soon as they left a burning environment. For firefighters and investigators at Tualatin Valley Fire & Rescue, however, the air packs are staying on a lot longer as a result of research conducted in 2010.

Last week in Washington D.C., the Congressional Fire Services Institute (CFSI) and the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation honored Tualatin Valley Fire and Rescue, the Office of the Oregon Fire Marshal and the Governor's Fire Service Policy Council as the recipient of the 2013 Senator Paul S. Sarbanes Fire Service Safety Leadership Award for a joint research project titled, "A Study on Chemicals Found in the Overhaul Phase of Structure Fires Using Advanced Portable Air Monitoring Available for Chemical Speciation". Named after retired-Senator Paul S. Sarbanes of Maryland, a strong advocate for firefighters and rescue personnel during his 36-year career in Congress, the award recognizes organizations for their outstanding contributions to firefighter health and safety.

The eight month-long project used advanced portable detection technology to identify and quantify the airborne hazards present after a fire was extinguished. The findings provided new information on previously undocumented toxic chemicals, such as cyanide and benzenes, found during the overhaul phase that can pose serious health risks to firefighters and fire investigators.

The study also provided a wide range of techniques that can be employed by first responders to offset the effects of smoke exposure. These recommended "Best Practices" are being shared amongst Oregon Departments and included in training programs statewide.

CFSI President Bill Jenaway and NFFF Chairman Dennis Compton issued a joint statement recognizing the three Oregon fire safety partners: "This project embraces six of the 16 life safety initiatives developed by the major fire organizations in 2004 and used as the major criteria for this award. We applaud these three organizations for their shared commitment to this project. Research is the cornerstone of progress and through this study, the fire service can achieve greater progress in protecting firefighters against exposure to toxic chemicals that would otherwise threaten their health and safety."

Approximately 2,000 fire and emergency service leaders from departments across the nation attended last week's annual program. In addition to seminars and hearings, attendees met with their members of Congress to discuss important fire and life safety issues.

To see the full report and recommendations, visit: http://www.tvfr.com/serve/FSPresources.aspx
Please visit the Congressional Fire Services Institute's website www.cfsi.org for additional award information.


Attached Media Files: Media Information , Vice President Joe Biden at Fire Service Event , Chief Duyck (third from right) and team accept award on behalf of firefighters and staff who spent countless hours conducting research on the fire ground.

(NOTE: Any questions regarding this case should be directed to Lake County District Attorney Ulys Stapleton at (541) 947-6009)

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A 22-year old Gresham-area man was arraigned Monday afternoon in Lake County Circuit Court after being indicted last week by a Lake County Grand Jury in connection with a September 2012 fatal traffic crash along Highway 31 about four miles south of the town of Silver Lake. The indictment followed an Oregon State Police (OSP) investigation into the single vehicle fatal traffic crash that killed one person.

SEAN TAYLOR BERGLUND, age 22, from Gresham, was arraigned May 13, 2013, for one count of Manslaughter in the First Degree. With bail set at $50,000, BERGLUND was booked into Lake County Jail and released later Monday after posting bail. According to the Lake County District Attorney's Office, the court set numerous conditions to assist in monitoring the defendant's behavior and compliance after release from custody.

On September 2, 2012, at approximately 12:50 a.m., a 1997 Ford F150 pickup was traveling northbound on Highway 31 near milepost 51 when it traveled off the roadway into the ditch and rolled numerous times, ending on its top. The passenger, ROBERT EDWARD SANCHEZ BUSCH, age 22, also from Gresham, was pronounced deceased at the scene and BERGLUND was transported by ambulance to a Bend-area hospital for treatment of non-life threatening injuries.

Although Berglund told investigating troopers that an unidentified third person was driving the vehicle, during the multi-month ongoing investigation, BERGLUND was identified by OSP as the pickup's driver.

Photograph Sources:
Berglund Photo - Lake County Sheriff's Office
Scene Photo - Oregon State Police

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Portland, Ore., May 14, 2013 - Residents of Lincoln County can look forward to better community health, thanks to the work of Rebecca McBee-Wilson of Lincoln Community Health Center.

The Oregon Primary Care Association (OPCA) has recognized McBee-Wilson with one of its annual Health Center Leadership awards. OPCA's awards honor Oregonians who contribute to the success of the state's network of community health centers. Health centers provide comprehensive, culturally competent primary care to more than 333,000 Oregonians in medically underserved communities.

McBee-Wilson, executive director of Lincoln Community Health Center, won a "Sustainability" award for her generous help in launching new community health centers and her passionate concern for increasing access to health care across the county.

"I am pleased to see Rebecca receive this honor," says Lincoln County Commissioner Bill Hall. "She has provided outstanding leadership for our health centers, which are providing basic health care to a critically underserved portion of our population. Rebecca's leadership has been instrumental in establishing a positive working relationship with the Veteran's Administration, which has placed a doctor at our Newport clinic. That's been a real boon for local veterans. Rebecca is a leader, a problem-solver and a bridge-builder."
"Rebecca has done a superb job growing our health center," notes Karen Bondley, chair, Lincoln Community Health Center Council. "She has expanded our hours, hired excellent staff members and added a dental component by working with a local dentist. Our council is pleased with her dedication to the health center. It's great to see her honored with the award from OPCA."

McBee-Wilson, a licensed clinical social worker, retired from the Portland VA Medical Center in 2007 and has been in the community health center world for three years.

OPCA gave Health Center Leadership awards to 13 professionals in five categories. Following is the complete list of 2013 honorees:
* Community Health Center Value Award: Monica Gration, data analyst, Multnomah County Health Department.
* Health Equities Award: Vanetta Abdellatif, director of integrated clinical services, Multnomah County Health Department.
* Innovation Award: Lynn Baker, process & systems improvement director, Virginia Garcia Memorial Health Center (Washington & Yamhill counties); Ian Strauss, medical clinic coordinator, White Bird Clinic (Eugene).
* Leadership in Transformation Awards: Nick Gideonse, medical director, and Ern Teuber, executive director, OHSU Family Medicine at Richmond (Portland); Megan Haase, CEO, Mosaic Medical (Bend, Madras & Prineville); Lisa Hendricks, chief operating officer, and Ginger Scott, director of nursing, Community Health Center (Medford area); Gil Munoz, CEO, Virginia Garcia Memorial Health Center (Washington & Yamhill counties); Mike Plunkett, founding dental director, Neighborhood Health Center (Clackamas & Washington counties); Liz Powers, owner/partner, Winding Waters Clinic (Enterprise).
* Sustainability Award: Rebecca McBee-Wilson, executive director, Lincoln Community Health Center.

Honorees received their awards at OPCA's annual members meeting on April 26.

About OPCA:
The Oregon Primary Care Association is a nonprofit membership organization of 31 community health centers across the state. OPCA provides advocacy on public policy and technical assistance and training to members to enhance health equities and increase access to comprehensive health care for low-income and vulnerable Oregonians. Oregon's health centers serve more than 333,000 patients through 200 clinic sites across the state. For more information, see http://www.orpca.org.

About Lincoln Community Health Center:
Lincoln Community Health Center is a quality, affordable source of primary care for patients of all ages. Learn about us at: http://www.lincolncountyhealth.com/HC/LCHCindex.htm.

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21-year-old Ryan Hanna was located safely this evening and is no longer considered a missing person.

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Detectives from the Portland Police Bureau's Missing Persons Unit are asking for the public's help in locating 21-year-old Ryan Hanna, who is considered a vulnerable adult, as he is mildly autistic and cognitively challenged.

Hanna lives in a foster care facility in the 3100 block of Southeast 115th Avenue, and was last seen at about 7:45 a.m. this morning, May 13, 2013. Hanna was waiting for a TriMet bus nearby his residence, that he regularly takes on his own, to go to school in the Gresham area. He did not arrive to school today, which was described as being highly unusual.

Detectives have learned that Hanna does have a prior history of going missing, and that he has previously tried to leave the Portland area on his own, but has needed assistance to return to his residence.

Hanna is described as a 21-year-old, mixed-race male, with a medium complexion, curly brown hair and brown eyes. He was last seen wearing a blue hoodie, and often wears the hood up over his head.

Anyone who knows of Hanna's whereabouts is asked to call 9-1-1. Anyone with additional information about this case is asked to contact Detective Mike Weinstein, at (503) 823-0446.

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Disaster Volunteers from the Red Cross responded to assist 20 people displaced by a fire that took place on Appleblossom Ave. in Keizer. Five families, including 8 adults and 12 children were provided food, clothing and lodging by the Red Cross. The fire took place early Monday evening.

Disaster Volunteers responded to assist a family of 3 that lived in the 300 block of NE Kelly. The fire took place Sunday evening and the Red Cross provided food, bedding, linens and information about health and mental health services.

At 409pm today Portland Fire & Rescue was sent to investigate a powder substance found in a ballot envelope at the Multnomah County Election Facility at 1040 SE Morrison. When crews arrived they found that three individuals had come in contact with the substance but they had no symptoms. The building was evacuated and the ventilation system was disabled as a precaution. PF&R Hazardous Materials Team sent an investigation team with protective suits and breathing apparatus to collect samples and begin the process of identifying the product. Dangerous substances such as Anthrax were ruled out but the investigation is currently ongoing. The Federal Bureau of Investigtion has taken over lead responsibility due to the fact that the incident took place at an election facility. Further inquiries are being forwarded to:

Hank Stern
Public Affairs Coordinator
Multnomah County Office of Communications
503-767-0622
henry.stern@multco.us

Portland, Ore. - Northwest Energy Efficiency Alliance in partnership with the Bonneville Power Administration and utilities throughout the Northwest, will kick off the Efficiency Exchange NW conference in Portland, Ore. The region-wide event, May 14-16, focuses on promoting innovation and new ideas in utility energy efficiency programs.

Attendees will build new relationships, better understand emerging trends in the industry, and gain knowledge from the conference for their own organizations.

Efficiency Exchange NW combines two previous conferences - Efficiency Connections NW and BPA's Energy Efficiency Utility Summit - to better serve the region's utilities with a more comprehensive, focused conference.

"Efficiency Exchange NW perfectly ties into NEEA's goal of transforming the market through the connection and sharing of new ideas and information among the region's utilities," said NEEA's Executive Director, Susan E. Stratton. "Efficiency Exchange NW not only captures the spirit of collaboration, it helps attendees incorporate this knowledge into their own work. NEEA is proud to be involved."

The keynote speaker, Professor Jeremy Bailenson, founding director of Stanford University's Virtual Human Interaction Lab, will discuss how virtual reality and new technologies can affect consumers and energy consumption behavior. To help illustrate, conference attendees will don goggles and experience the virtual reality technology during the keynote.

Attendees will also get an insider's look at how media is reporting energy efficiency in the region and across the nation at the general session media roundtable. The session includes a variety of industry journalists who will discuss trends and topics in energy efficiency.
Other sessions will cover energy efficiency technologies and trends such as LEDs, ductless heat pumps, emerging technologies, market transformation, and the smart grid.

"I am very proud of this partnership between BPA and NEEA," said BPA's Vice President of Energy Efficiency, Richard Génecé. "Acting together we are creating the preeminent energy efficiency forum in the Northwest. By bringing together public power with their counterparts from investor-owned utilities and the implementers and contractors throughout the region, we are supporting the exchange of ideas and best practices and can continue our region's legacy of leadership in energy efficiency."

Between sessions, attendees can visit the Conduit Lounge and register, post and share information on Conduit (https://conduitnw.org), an online community that facilitates coordination and collaboration among energy efficiency professionals in the Northwest.

View the full agenda of the conference here: http://www.efficiencyexchangenw.com/agenda.php.

About the Northwest Energy Efficiency Alliance
The Northwest Energy Efficiency Alliance (NEEA) is a non-profit organization working to accelerate energy efficiency to meet our future energy needs. NEEA is supported by and works in collaboration with the Bonneville Power Administration, Energy Trust of Oregon and more than 100 Northwest utilities on behalf of more than 12 million energy consumers. NEEA uses the market power of the region to accelerate the innovation and adoption of energy-efficient products, services and practices. Since 1997, NEEA and its partners have saved enough energy to power almost 600,000 homes each year. Energy efficiency can satisfy more than half of our new demand for energy, saving money and keeping the Northwest a healthy and vibrant place to live. http://www.neea.org/

About BPA
BPA is a nonprofit federal agency that markets renewable hydropower from federal Columbia River dams, operates three-quarters of high-voltage transmission lines in the Northwest and funds one of the largest wildlife protection and restoration programs in the world. Energy efficiency is BPA's resource of choice. It lowers energy bills, has no carbon footprint, and reduces the need for costly, new power generation facilities and transmission lines. BPA and Northwest publicly-owned utilities achieve cost-effective energy savings by supporting efficiency programs in all sectors of the Northwest Economy, including Energy Smart Industrial, Energy Smart Grocer and Simple Steps, Smart Savings. Since 1980, BPA and its partners have saved over 1400 average megawatts. BPA also invests in research to develop and advance energy-saving technologies. The Northwest Power and Conservation Council sets the region's energy conservation agenda and BPA is committed to meeting 85 percent of the Northwest's future power needs with efficiency for the next 20 years. For more information, contact us at 503-230-5131 or visit http://www.bpa.gov/Pages/home.aspx.
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Attached Media Files: BPA and NEEA are hosting a conference this week for Northwest utilities to connect and share new ideas on energy efficiency programs and strategies.

Join the City of Beaverton's sustainability program for the third sustainability forum, "Our State Cares About Sustainability" on Monday, May 20 from 6:30-8 p.m. in the Beaverton City Library (12375 SW Fifth Street). As global temperatures rise, ice sheets shrink and oceans begin to warm, people are realizing the toll it will take on the human race. "Our State Cares About Sustainability" will connect state sustainability issues to what is happening in Beaverton.

"Sustainability is important to our state," said guest speaker Margi Hoffman, Governor Kitzhaber's energy advisor. "It touches the health of our people, success of our businesses, and protects our natural resources. Come to this forum to learn and be involved in Beaverton's better future."

Hoffman brings her expertise in energy policy and work at the Governor's Office, including current trends, what sustainability means in Oregon, and how our state is leading the way in making Oregon more energy secure.

"It's important to understand what Oregon's sustainability goals are," said Mayor Denny Doyle. "When we better understand sustainability on a global, national and state level, we will be able to create a strong and thoughtful community-led sustainability plan."

This is the third in a series of four forums hosted by the city's sustainability program. The forums bring national experts to Beaverton to discuss how residents can make positive environmental, economic and social impacts. The forums will lead to the development of a citizen-driven team who will create a community sustainability action plan for Beaverton. The plan will include what residents and businesses would like to see and how the community will participate.

SCHEDULE OF FORUMS:
May 20 - Our State Cares About Sustainability
June 3 - Sustainability in Your City

Additional information can be found on the city's website at www.BeavertonOregon.gov/Sustainability.

The first forum wrapped up with an "iPledge" of more than 80 signatures. Take the "iPledge" as a small step toward making personal changes that support sustainability in Beaverton at www.BeavertonOregon.gov/iPledge. The "iPledge" outlines a few simple actions residents can do to protect the planet and make Beaverton more vibrant and sustainable.

Those attending are encouraged to bike, carpool or use public transportation. Translation and other services are available upon request. If you ride public transportation, trade in your used ticket (for that day) for a new one. For more information, please email green@BeavertonOregon.gov or visit www.BeavertonOregon.gov/Sustainability.

In 2013, Beaverton was again recognized as the safest city in Oregon. Since 2007, Beaverton has been named one of the safest cities in the Northwest. In 2012, the city was awarded the Mayors' Climate Protection Award from the U.S. Conference of Mayors. It was one of just four cities of its size recently recognized as a "Smarter City" energy leader by the Natural Resources Defense Council and one of the 100 Best Places to Live in America by Money magazine. In addition, Beaverton was named one of the best places to raise kids by BusinessWeek magazine, an All-America City finalist, as one of the top 25 Suburbs for Retirement by Forbes.com, one of the 100 Best Walking Cities in America by Prevention magazine, the Recycler of the Year from the Association of Oregon Recyclers, a Tree City USA by the Arbor Day Foundation, a Bronze Award Bicycle Friendly Community designation by the League of American Bicyclists and as one of the Environmental Protection Agency's Green Power Communities. Beaverton also enjoys one of the most diverse populations in Oregon. For more information, please visit www.BeavertonOregon.gov or follow us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/CityofBeaverton.


Attached Media Files: Margi Hoffman from the Governor's office speaks in support of the city’s sustainability efforts during Mayor Doyle’s community presentation of the 2012 Mayors' Climate Protection Award.

A resident called 911 late Sunday night to report a disturbance where a man was seen running his vehicle into a female. This occurred on Wikstrom Road near Highway 30 in the Scappoose area. The male was seen leaving the scene in a vehicle, leaving behind an injured female.
After further investigation, Micah Leroy Bills, age 32, a registered sex offender, was arrested and lodged in the Columbia County Jail. Bills has been charged with;

* Attempted Murder
* Kidnapping First Degree
* Attempted Kidnapping First Degree - Two Counts
* Assault Fourth Degree
* Attempted Assault First Degree - Three Counts
* Attempted Rape First Degree
* Coercion
* Menacing
* Unlawful Use of a Weapon - Four Counts
* Delivery and Possession of Cocaine

The female victim, who is not being identified at this time, was transported to a hospital in Portland. The nature of her injuries will not be releases but they appear to not be life threatening.

Preliminary information indicates that the female victim met the suspect early Sunday evening while fishing in the Scappoose Dike area. It is not believed that they knew each other prior to that time. Sheriff Deputies are continuing their investigation at this hour.

Bills' sex offender status comes from a 2007 felony conviction for Attempted Sex Abuse in the First Degree.


Attached Media Files: Bills Mug Shot

This afternoon, Portland Police officers identified the suspect in this morning's hit and run incidents on I-5 southbound.

A community member called 9-1-1 this afternoon around 1:25 p.m., and reported seeing the suspect vehicle in the area of Northeast 42nd Avenue and Sumner Street. Officers responded the area and stopped the vehicle, driven by 60-year-old Allen Jay Collins.

After speaking with members of Collins' family, officers took him to a Portland hospital for some medical and mental health issues.

Collins was given citations in connection with four different hit and run crashes; Three were reported initially and officers learned of a fourth, on I-5 southbound near Fremont.

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This morning, Monday May 13, 2013, at approximately 9:00 a.m., North Precinct officers responded to the report of multiple hit and run crashes on I-5 southbound, near the Killingsworth Street overpass.

Officers contacted three victims who told police that a vehicle was swerving in and out of traffic and drove in-between the left and middle lanes, hitting cars along the way. The suspect vehicle is believed to have continued onto I-405 southbound.

Traffic was moving very slowly and there were no reported injuries to the drivers of the three victims vehicles.

The suspect vehicle was described as a white and black 1980s Chevy El Camino, with an Oregon license plate similar to 559EYN. The driver was described as an older African American male.

Anyone seeing this vehicle should call the police non-emergency line at (503) 823-3333.

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McMinnville Fire and EMS units responded to report of a Lear jet off the end of the runway and into a building. Upon arrival units found Lear jet off the end of the runway at the West end with no fire. There were no buildings involved. The three person crew had self extricated themselves from the aircraft. There were no visible fuel leaks and the crew had shut down the fuel and power to the aircraft. Crew were checked by ambulance members to ensure there were no injuries. After ensuring safe zone and coordination with the aircraft, and property owners all Fire Department members cleared. Advised both the property owner and the Evergreen representative on the scene that if they needed or wanted the fire department to provide a fire vehicle to stand by for safety or foaming to call the station number.


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Don't' miss the chance to participate in the City of Beaverton's third annual Beaverton International Celebration. The city is seeking applications from performers, artists/crafters, and cultural exhibitors interested in participating in the Beaverton International Celebration. Performers selected will receive a $400 stipend. The deadline is May 20.

Beaverton International Celebration is a feature of Tualatin Hills Park & Recreation District's (THPRD) Party in the Park, which drew a crowd of more than 7,000 last year. This year's event is slated for Saturday, July 27 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

There is no entry fee to participate as an artist/crafter or exhibitor.

"We've already received more than 50 applications," said Mayor Denny Doyle. "We're thrilled with the talent and groups who have already applied. Mark your calendars for July 27 and join us for this free cultural event. It's a fun way to learn about your neighbors and get a taste for the different cultures that make Beaverton such a vibrant city."

Hosted by THPRD's Party in the Park, the Beaverton International Celebration will be held at the Howard M. Terpenning (HMT) Recreation Complex on the corner of SW 158th Avenue and SW Walker Road in Beaverton.

The event gives Beaverton's diverse populations a venue to showcase culturally-specific music, dance, arts, crafts, traditional dress, games/athletic demonstrations, and history. In addition, the event will feature activities for families and kids, displays, maps, social information and more.

Beaverton's first International Celebration in 2011 drew participation from groups and organizations representing Germany, Hawaii, India, Indonesia, Ireland, Korea, Laos, Mexico, Rwanda, Russia, Somalia, Taiwan, Thailand, Turkey and Vietnam. Participation is growing each year.

To review the International Celebration application, event brochure, photos from 2012, and to apply for this event, please visit www.BeavertonOregon.gov/InternationalCelebration.

THPRD's Party in the Park is an annual festival of free fun for people of all ages. Featured activities are the Beaverton International Celebration, Family Triathlon, The Classic at T-Hills car show, and Beaverton Police K-9 Unit demonstration. Other attractions include giant inflatables, climbing walls and face painting for children as well as swimming, sports, and music for everyone. Admission to all activities is free, although there is a participant fee for the Family Triathlon and an exhibitor fee for The Classic. For more information, call THPRD at 503-645-6433 or visit www.thprd.org.

In 2013, Beaverton was again recognized as the safest city in Oregon. Since 2007, Beaverton has been named one of the safest cities in the Northwest. In 2012, the city was awarded the Mayors' Climate Protection Award from the U.S. Conference of Mayors. It was one of just four cities of its size recently recognized as a "Smarter City" energy leader by the Natural Resources Defense Council and one of the 100 Best Places to Live in America by Money magazine. In addition, Beaverton was named one of the best places to raise kids by BusinessWeek magazine, an All-America City finalist, as one of the top 25 Suburbs for Retirement by Forbes.com, one of the 100 Best Walking Cities in America by Prevention magazine, the Recycler of the Year from the Association of Oregon Recyclers, a Tree City USA by the Arbor Day Foundation, a Bronze Award Bicycle Friendly Community designation by the League of American Bicyclists and as one of the Environmental Protection Agency's Green Power Communities, the Beaverton Community Vision program was named Public Involvement Project of the Year--Best Planning Project by the International Association of Public Participation (IAP2) Cascade Chapter. Beaverton also enjoys one of the most diverse populations in Oregon. For more information, please visit www.BeavertonOregon.gov or follow us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/CityofBeaverton.


Attached Media Files: Children perform at the 2012 Beaverton International Celebration which celebrates Beaverton's diversity and cultural traditions.

***UPDATE***
Video of the suspect(s)

Photo and video of second suspect in a green/teal shirt. These two worked together at the COACH store.


The Beaverton Police Department is investigating several frauds involving the use of an American Express card that has been encoded with stolen account numbers. The suspect in these frauds has used this credit card to purchase over $100,000.00 worth of product since April 19, 2013 between Seattle and the Beaverton area.

The suspect has identified himself as Bryan Gomez Caballer 28 years old with a Puerto Rico driver's license. This license and identity is also believed to be false. The suspect is described as being 6'1", 160 pounds, black hair and brown eyes. The suspect dresses in suits and name brand, high end clothing.

Anyone with information on the identity of the person in the attached photographs is asked to call the Beaverton Police Department at (503) 629-0111.
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Attached Media Files: Press release , Coach video , Coach , Video Woodburn Outlet Mall , Photo 4 , Photo 3 , Photo 2 , Photo 1 , 2nd suspect

The Keizer Fire District will hold its annual Emergency Medical Services Open House and Safety Fair on Monday, May 20, 2013. The Open House and Safety Fair will be held at the District's Fire Station at 661 Chemawa Rd. NE in Keizer from 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm.

The Open House and Safety Fair will feature the equipment and services provided by the Keizer Fire District and twelve other agencies and organizations that provide emergency services and safety messages to area residents. Visitors can receive safety information on a variety of subjects, meet people with expertise in many life safety fields and enjoy free refreshments.

Activities include the opportunity to get in a Keizer Fire District ambulance and other equipment of the District. There will be free blood pressure checks, information on the safe installation of infant and child car seats and information on Community Emergency Response Teams (CERT). Safety information will be provided on electrical safety, disaster preparedness, boating safety and water safety

Agencies and organizations participating in these years Open House include the Salem Electric, Keizer Police Department, Willamette Valley Communications Center (9-1-1), Marion County Sheriffs Marine Patrol and Salem Hospital. Several organizations will be on hand to provide awareness information about cancer, diabetes, and traffic safety information.

On May 5, 2013 YWCA Clark County honored three young women from Clark County high schools at its Young Women of Achievement Honoree Tea. Scholarship award recipients were recognized for outstanding community service, achievement in academic and volunteer roles, and demonstrated leadership. Award recipients were Sarah Case of Columbia River High School (YWCA Scholarship), Karishma Patel of Mountain View High School (Soroptomist International Scholarship), and Kate Orsi of Skyview High School (Donna Roberge Fund Scholarship).

Guest speaker Jennifer Rhoads, Vice President of Development and President Designate of the Community Foundation for Southwest Washington, joined YWCA Board President Megan Vaughn and executive director Sherri Bennett in honoring these remarkable young women.

About YWCA awards program
In 1985 YWCA created an awards program to recognize young women for their volunteer community service and leadership. Since then, YWCA has honored nearly 230 students from Clark County high schools for their efforts to build a stronger, healthier and more vibrant community

About YWCA Clark County
YWCA Clark County mission is to eliminate racism, empower women, and promote peace, justice, freedom, and dignity for all. YWCA Clark County serves more than 11,800 people each year who are victims of domestic violence, homelessness, sexual assault, child abuse and neglect, and oppression, as well as youth in foster care and incarcerated women.


Attached Media Files: Left to right: Sarah Case, Kate Orsi and Karishma Patel

During the course of the past three weeks the McMinnville Police Department has investigated several reported thefts of property from residences in McMinnville. In many cases the stolen property was taken from the yard or open garage of the residences. The property was in plain view and easily accessible to the suspect(s) and the thefts have primarily occurred during the afternoon or evening.

Based on the investigations, it appears that the involved suspect(s) are using a vehicle, described as a dark colored pickup truck, and may be casing residential areas prior to the thefts. Items taken during the thefts have included: tools, lawn mowers, rototillers, chainsaws and bicycles. In many cases the victims were home at the time of the incident and have either left the property unattended in the yard or in an open unoccupied garage.

The McMinnville Police Department encourages citizens to secure their personal property in locations that are not easily accessible and be vigilant about suspicious persons and/or vehicles in their neighborhood. Any suspicious incidents should be reported to the police at 503.434.7307 business office or 503.434.6500 YCOM.

On Wednesday, May 15, 2013, at 1:00 p.m., Multnomah County Sheriff Daniel Staton will join members of the Multnomah County Sheriff's Office in a ceremony honoring their staff who have died in the line of duty. The annual ceremony will be held at the MCSO Law Enforcement Memorial located at 12240 N.E. Glisan Street, Portland Oregon 97230.

A ceremony will also take place at the Ernest C. Loll memorial the morning of Wednesday May 15, 2013 at 9:00 a.m. The memorial honors Multnomah County Deputy Sheriff Ernest C. Loll who was shot and killed by poachers at this location in 1935 and is located at the corner of SW 35th Ave. and Arnold St. in Portland, OR.

Please join members of the Multnomah County Sheriff's Office as we honor those who have sacrificed their lives while serving the citizens of Multnomah County. A reception will be held in the Hansen Building Auditorium following the afternoon ceremony.


Attached Media Files: MCSO Memorial Service

(VANCOUVER, Wash.) - This Spring the Greater Vancouver Chamber of Commerce (GVCC) added "JobFIT," a human resources screening tool for businesses looking to hire new employees. JobFIT is a web based assessment test, looking at a job candidates: occupational interests, behavioral traits and thinking style - all pre interview to insure the best corporate culture fit. JobFit is a licensed software of Profiles International, and is available to all businesses in Clark, Cowlitz, and Wahkiakum counties. JobFit is funded by the Southwest Washington Workforce Development Council (SWWDC), a nonprofit that provides leadership and resources for a trained and productive workforce to support a sustainable economy.

"... 63% of all hiring decisions are made during the first 4.3 minutes of an interview" - reported by USA Today. And, those decisions are typically based off only the job application, resume and cover letter. The purpose of JobFIT is to better screen your candidate pool, before the interview. Studies show that proper job fit improves engagement and job-satisfaction, resulting in increased productivity.

More benefits and features of jobFit are:
Reduce Time to Hire
Corporate Culture Match
Custom Interview Questions
Coaching Reports
Reduced Turnover
Improved Retention
Realized Cost Savings

"When an applicant fills out a job application and submits his/her resume, they are telling you they CAN do the job. The JobFIT assessment tests will tell you who WILL do the job, who will STAY and who will be the best MATCH. Most people leave a company due to fit, not their skills match to the position," says Darcy Altizer jobFIT program manager and VP, Membership Services at the GVCC.

To learn more, or use the jobFIT assessment test contact Dary Altizer directly at daltizer@vancouverusa.com or by phone at (360) 567-1051.

About the Greater Vancouver Chamber of Commerce (GVCC):
Founded in 1890, the Greater Vancouver Chamber of Commerce (GVCC) is a non-profit organization aimed at advancing and strengthening the regional business community through member services, public affairs advocacy and community building. The Chamber is a supportive alliance of diverse member businesses, individuals and organizations, working together toward long-term business prosperity. The Greater Vancouver Chamber of Commerce is the heart of Clark County's business community, advocating for sound, sensible and dynamic policies that ensure a vital economic climate while improving Vancouver's infrastructure and quality of life. For more information, please visit www.vancouverusa.com.

Monday, May 13, 2013-Ridgefield, WA-Ridgefield School District kicked off construction on the first new school facilities in over 20 years during a groundbreaking ceremony on Thursday, May 9, 2013 at a construction site located between Union Ridge Elementary School and View Ridge Middle School.

Superintendent Art Edgerly thanked the Ridgefield community for passing the bond enabling the construction of the district's new facilities in February 2012. "We are very thankful for the patrons' approval of the $47 million bond," said Edgerly. "Here we are, 15 months later, beginning construction on all three of our school campuses!"

Edgerly introduced representatives from the Ridgefield School District's board of directors; leaders and members from the Bond Advisory Team and the Citizens for Ridgefield Schools community association; and representatives from the General Contractor Construction Management (GCCM) Team responsible for the new construction.

Greg Price, a community member and volunteer leader for the Bond Advisory Team and Citizens for Ridgefield Schools, spoke of the historic nature of the new school construction. "No renovations have taken place at our schools in over 20 years since the last bond passed in 1991," said Price. "The location for this groundbreaking ceremony is significant as we are standing between our oldest school, Union Ridge, built in 1952, and our newest school, View Ridge, built in 1972."

Special guests included Ridgefield's Mayor Ron Onslow, the Ridgefield City Council Members, the Port of Ridgefield's Executive Director Brent Grening, the Port of Ridgefield's Commissioners, Ridgefield School District Administration and Staff, along with Ridgefield patrons and community members.

Attendees reviewed diagrams and renderings for the new school buildings, and watched as team members dug the first shovelfuls of dirt. "These projects do more than add school facilities to our district," said Edgerly. "Together, as a community, we will continue to create community schools with great results!"

Construction on the new facilities and renovations will take place over the course of the next year with completion scheduled for the beginning of the 2014-2015 school year. More details can be found on the Capital Facilities Improvements section of the district website at: http://bit.ly/RSD-Construction.

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Attached Media Files: 2013-05/889/64249/RSD-Groundbreaking-Ceremony-007.JPG , Superintendent Art Edgerly with members from the Bond Advisory Team , Superintendent Art Edgerly with members of the GCCM Team , Members from the school district, community, and GCCM team kicked off Ridgefield's new school facilities construction , Community member Greg Price points toward Union Ridge Elementary School, the oldest school in Ridgefield, built in 1952 , Superintendent Art Edgerly started the ceremony by thanking the Ridgefield community for their support

Update 5/13/13 1pm: The driver of the vehicle was Isac Cobarrubias, 17 of Canby. #END#

On Friday May 10th 2013 at approximately 11pm Clackamas County Deputies responded to an alcohol involved vehicle crash near Highway 170 and Aldercreek lane outside the city of Canby. One passenger was killed from injuries sustained in the crash. The incident is still under investigation.

A passerby called 911 to report a vehicle crashed into a power pole near the 25100 block of Hwy 170 outside the city of Canby. Power lines were also reported to be down. Clackamas County Sheriff Deputies responded to the scene and were assisted by officers from the Canby Police and Fire Departments. The vehicle struck the power pole on the passenger side with enough force to break it and knock it to the ground. The vehicle came to a stop on its top. The vehicle was heading from the Molalla area back towards the city of Canby.

Three occupants were in the vehicle. All were injured. The driver, a 17 year old male, and the back seat passenger, a 15 year old male, were both transported to OHSU by ground ambulance for injuries. The front seat passenger, Daniel Gonzalez, 19 years old, of Canby, was transported by Life Flight helicopter to Emanuel Hospital. He later died as a result of injuries sustained in the crash.

Responding deputies reported signs of alcohol use by the driver and initiated an investigation for Driving Under the Influence of Intoxicants. Clackamas County's Criminal Reconstruction and Forensic Team (CRAFT) was called in to assist with accident reconstruction. The investigation is ongoing.

*Photos attached*

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Attached Media Files: Canby area crash 2 , Canby area crash

CRESA Re-accredited by NAED (National Academies of Emergency Dispatch) as ACE (Accredited Center of Excellence)


On March 29, 2013 CRESA received re-accreditation as an Accredited Center of Excellence (ACE) by meeting or exceeding 20 points of accreditation required by NAED (National Academies of Emergency Dispatch) for medical dispatch centers. CRESA first attained accreditation in 1994 and has been committed to maintaining this standard of excellence by becoming re-accredited every three years since. CRESA was the fourth dispatch center in the country to receive ACE accreditation and there are currently only 126 centers nationwide that have the ACE distinction.

The 20 points include requirements to conduct consistent case evaluation that meets or exceeds the Academy's minimum performance expectations; historical baseline QA data; monthly average case evaluation compliance scores; and appointment and appropriate involvement of the local Medical Director to provide oversight of the center's EMD activities.

The NAED is a non-profit standard-setting organization promoting safe and effective emergency dispatch services world-wide. Comprised of three allied Academies for medical, fire and police dispatching, the NAED supports first-responder related research, unified protocol application, legislation for emergency call center regulation, and strengthening the emergency dispatch community through education, certification, and accreditation.

Accredited Centers share a common goal of improving public care and maximizing the efficiency of 911 systems. The National Academies of Emergency Dispatch, through its College of Fellows, has established a high standard of excellence for emergency dispatch, providing the tools to achieve this high standard at both the dispatcher level through Certification, and at the communication center level through the Accreditation Program.


Attached Media Files: CRESA Re-accredited by NAED

Beaverton Mayor Denny Doyle will attend the next Neighborhood Association Committee (NAC) meeting on Thursday, May 16 at 7 p.m. at Southridge High School, Community Room (9625 SW 125th Ave., Beaverton, OR 97008) to provide a city update.

The Mayor will highlight the successful collaborations between community members and partners as well as name new priorities such as restoring creeks, plans for Canyon Road, the need for a public safety facility, and other city-led initiatives.

"Our residents have questions about how we're making Beaverton a more safe, livable and welcoming community," said Mayor Doyle. "I encourage residents to join me to learn more about our community."

Mayor Doyle will also speak at the NAC meeting on Tuesday, May 21 at West Sylvan Middle School Library (8111 SW West Slope Dr., Portland, OR 97225) at 7 p.m.

"NACs are an integral part of our community," said Suzanne Dawson, chair of the South Beaverton NAC. "These forums are a chance for our residents to connect with Mayor Doyle, learn about city initiatives, and ask the Mayor questions."

Both events are open to the public. The Mayor's Youth Advisory Board will lend a hand during each event. Refreshments will be provided.

Each year the location of the city updates are rotated to make it easier for all residents to attend. For more information, please contact Miles Glowacki at 503-526-3706 or mglowacki@BeavertonOregon.gov, or visit www.BeavertonOregon.gov/MeettheMayor.

The city of Beaverton currently has 11 NACs that encourage public involvement through the formal recognition of groups of citizens. Membership is free and open to anyone who lives, works, owns a business, or represents a nonprofit organization within the boundaries of the NAC. NAC members meet regularly and discuss a variety of issues important to their neighborhood and the city. Beaverton's Neighborhood Program acts as a liaison between the NACs and the city and provides the NACs with a variety of support. For more information, please visit www.BeavertonOregon.gov/Neighborhoods.

Beaverton enjoys one of the most diverse populations among Oregon cities. Most recently, the city was awarded the 2012 Mayors' Climate Protection Award from the U.S. Conference of Mayors. It was one of just four cities of its size recently recognized as a "Smarter City" energy leader by the Natural Resources Defense Council and one of the 100 Best Places to Live in America by Money magazine. In addition, Beaverton has been named one of the safest cities in the Pacific Northwest for three consecutive years, as one of the best places to raise kids by BusinessWeek magazine, an All-America City finalist, as one of the top 25 Suburbs for Retirement by Forbes.com, one of the 100 Best Walking Cities in America by Prevention magazine, the Recycler of the Year from the Association of Oregon Recyclers, a Tree City USA by the Arbor Day Foundation, a Bronze Award Bicycle Friendly Community designation by the League of American Bicyclists and as one of the Environmental Protection Agency's Green Power Communities, the Beaverton Community Vision program was named Public Involvement Project of the Year--Best Planning Project by the International Association of Public Participation (IAP2) Cascade Chapter. For more information, please visit www.BeavertonOregon.gov or follow us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/CityofBeaverton.


Attached Media Files: Beaverton Mayor Denny Doyle addresses the crowd at the Central Beaverton Neighborhood Association Committee City Update. Mayor Doyle highlighted future plans for Canyon Road, the need for a public safety facility, and other city-led initiatives.

THE DALLES - The Korean War has been called the forgotten war - a war that never really ended. After more than three years, the battles ceased and an armistice agreement was signed on July 27, 1953. To commemorate the 60th anniversary of that armistice, the Oregon Veterans' Home in The Dalles will host a public ceremony Friday, May 17, at 2 p.m., to honor and remember Korean War veterans.

The South Korean Consul General to the Northwest region, Song Young Wan, state military and government officials will gather to pay special tribute to Korean War veterans' currently residing at the Home. The Consul General will be presenting these veterans' distinct medals and certificates of appreciation in honor of their sacrifice and service in the war.

The Home's State Liaison Officer, Dallas Swafford, said this event will be a great opportunity to meet and recognize veterans of this war.

"To say it is an honor to see the Korean War veterans' from the Oregon Veterans' Home publicly honored in this manner is an understatement. Every day I interact with these veterans. It is very clear they are proud of their service, but never once has any one of them asked to be thanked or to have any special acknowledgement," Swafford said.

Swafford added it is also a distinct privilege and honor to have the Korean Consul General come and express his country's personal gratitude while paying tribute to these veterans.

"Most importantly, it's a unique opportunity for these veterans to be thanked in a manner befitting of who they are while honoring how they have sacrificed and served their country and South Korea," he said.

During the war, more than 33,600 Americans were killed in battle and nearly 8,200 went missing in action in just over three years of fighting. There were 276 Oregonians killed while serving in Korea. More than two million Koreans died and thousands of families were separated.

The armistice between North and South Korea left the Korean peninsula divided and created the world's most heavily fortified border which also created alliances between nations that still exist today.

The Home is located at 700 Veterans' Drive, just off of Highway 197. For information about the event, call Swafford at 541-296-7190.
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Lake Oswego, Ore. (May 13, 2013) --- Oregon's 59 community hospitals are celebrating National Hospital Week, which takes place May 12-18. Every year since 1921, National Hospital Week is celebrated by communities and health care professionals across the country. Sponsored by the American Hospital Association, National Hospital Week is a time to reflect on the important role hospitals play in their communities.

A hospital is more than a place where people go to heal, it is a part of the community that fosters health and represents hope. From providing treatment and comfort to the sick, to welcoming new life into the world, hospitals are central to a healthy and optimistic community.

The event theme, "A Guiding Light for Changing Times," is the centerpiece of the week aimed at uniting health care facilities across the country and recognizing the countless individuals that provide care 27/7/365.

"National Hospital Week, first and foremost, is a celebration of people," said Andy Van Pelt, chief operating officer of the Oregon Association of Hospitals and Health Systems. "We're extremely proud of Oregon's hospitals and we recognize the important role they play in extending a sense of trust to patients in their communities."

In addition to being a major health care provider, Oregon hospitals support the community by contributing to the local economy through jobs, providing charity and uncompensated care to help individuals who cannot afford to pay for the care they receive, and supporting important community programs and wellness initiatives.

Oregon hospitals contribute to their communities in countless ways 24/7/365. Here are some statistics from around the state for 2012:

* Number of babies born at Oregon hospitals: 44,087
* Number of hospital visits: 9,955,663
* Number of hospital employees: 59,993
* Number of ER visits: 1,272,142

"Oregon hospitals are more than just health care providers," continued Van Pelt. "They are neighbors, family members and friends. That is what our hospitals are all about: Caring for the people and the communities by providing the high-quality health care they deserve and need."

The nation's largest health care event, National Hospital Week dates back to 1921 when it was suggested by a magazine editor who hoped a community wide celebration would alleviate public fears about hospitals. The celebration, launched in Chicago, succeeded in promoting trust and goodwill among members of the public and eventually spread to facilities across the country.
Follow your community hospital through the website www.hospitals4health.org.

About OAHHS: Founded in 1934, OAHHS is a statewide, nonprofit trade association that works closely with local and national government leaders, business and citizen coalitions, and other professional health care organizations to enhance and promote community health and to continue improving Oregon's innovative health care delivery system.

The woman who died in Sunday morning's crash has been identified as 62-year-old Constance Manrow of Sherwood, Oregon. Her husband, 58-year-old John Arthur Manrow, remains in a Portland hospital recovering from his injuries.

The cause of the crash remains under investigation.

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This morning, Sunday May 12, 2013, at 4:42 a.m., Central Precinct officers responded to the report of a vehicle into a pole at Northeast 12th Avenue and Davis Street.

Portland Police and Portland Fire & Rescue personnel arrived and located the vehicle, a Dodge van, and two occupants needing medical attention.

The passenger in the vehicle, a 62-year-old female, died at the scene. The driver, a 58-year-old male, was transported to a Portland hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.

Preliminary information suggests that the vehicle was traveling southbound on 12th Avenue when it struck a power pole. No other vehicles were involved in the crash and it is not yet known what factors led to the crash.

The Traffic Division's Major Crash Team is responding to continue the investigation.

Northeast 12th Avenue is closed to all traffic from Davis to Flanders Streets as investigators process the crash scene.

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The annual Portland Police Memorial ceremony will be held tomorrow, Tuesday, May 14, 2013, at noon. The memorial honors 29 Portland Police Officers who have made the ultimate sacrifice in service to the community. The ceremony will be held at the Police Memorial, which is located at Waterfront Park just south of the Hawthorne Bridge. The media and public are encouraged to attend.

This week is National Police Week, which occurs each year during the week in which May 15 falls, recognizes the service and sacrifice of U.S. law enforcement. Established by a joint resolution of Congress in 1962, National Police Week pays special recognition to those law enforcement officers who have lost their lives in the line of duty for the safety and protection of others.

This year, the Portland Police Bureau will be adding three new officers to the wall. Through painstaking research, the Portland Police Historical Society, which operates the Portland Police Museum, has learned there were actually three additional officers who died in the line of duty, but for whatever reasons were not recognized on the Police Memorial. This year their names will also be added to the National Law Enforcement Memorial as well as the Oregon Police Memorial.

Below are the stories of the fallen officers to be added to the wall this year:

Officer Gilbert H. Horton
29-year-old Officer Horton was appointed in 1910 to the Portland Police Bureau and was assigned to foot patrol in Albina and North Portland.

By the 1930s, Officer Horton was in the Traffic Division, driving a patrol car. He worked for many years and in 1946, he was assigned to Union Station. Now 65, he was in ill health, but because of the almost non-existent pension, he couldn't afford to retire.

On December 23rd, 1946, he had arrested and was removing a drunk and disorderly woman from a train car when he collapsed in the Union Square Lobby.

He died within a few minutes of a heart attack. He was 65 and his wife preceded him in death. He left behind an adult daughter.


Officer Glenn Logan Litzenberg
Officer Litzenberg joined the Portland Police Bureau in March 1915. Officer Litzenberg started out on foot patrol, working traffic and enforcing prohibition laws in and out of uniform.

In early 1917, he played center on the Police Benefit and Athletic Association ice hockey team. He joined the brand-new motorcycle squad in the fall of 1917.

On April 20th, 1918, Officer Litzenberg was on motorcycle patrol, following about 50 yards behind his partner. He was approaching the intersection of East 7th and Beech when a passenger car pulled into the blind intersection. He collided with the left front of the vehicle and was thrown into the air, falling headfirst onto the pavement and dying within minutes.
Officer Litzenberg was considered conscientious, thorough, popular, quiet and every inch an officer. His funeral was said to have been one of the largest in recent memory. He was 31 and survived by his wife, mother and siblings.

Officer James David Wright
Officer Wright was appointed to the Police Bureau in 1918. Officer Wright started out on a walking beat and then in 1920, he became a motorcycle patrolman.

A few years later, Officer Wright was assigned back to headquarters. On January 18th, 1923, he responded to a welfare check. He broke down the room door of a Washington street lodging house, which was standard procedure then. Inside was the body of a man who had died of pneumonia.

Regulations of the day meant that Officer Wright had to stay with the body until it was removed by the coroner--which took several hours. Officer Wright went home that night and told his wife he was probably going to die. Three days later, on January 21st, 1923, Wright died at the age of 36. He was survived by his wife, two daughters and four-year-old son.

His son contracted pneumonia as well, but he survived and went on to serve 30 years with Portland Police.

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Attached Media Files: 2013-05/3056/64243/James_Wright.jpg , 2013-05/3056/64243/Glenn_Litzenberg.jpg , 2013-05/3056/64243/Gilbert_Horton.jpg

The Oregon National Guard is scheduled to conduct the first ever Unmanned Aerial System (UAS) flight in the National Airspace System on Tuesday, May 14, at the Army Aviation Support Facility #2 in Pendleton, Ore., at 1:00 p.m.

The facility is located at 2110 NW 56th Drive, in Pendleton, Ore. Media are encouraged to attend the event.

Soldiers of the Oregon Army National Guard's Bravo Co., 41 Brigade Special Troops Battalion, will operate the UAS flight, which is the first of its kind for a National Guard unit in the United States.

According to Lt. Col. Alan R. Gronewold, Commander of AASF #2, the mission puts the Oregon Army National Guard at the cutting-edge of Unmanned Aerial System technology, but cautions that it will do so safely and responsibly.

"The Oregon Army National Guard Defends the Constitution of the United States and the Constitutional Rights of its Citizens. We do not conduct surveillance on U.S. Citizens," Gronewold said.

Officials say Pendleton, Ore., is a UAS-friendly city with a climate and topography that is uniquely well-suited for UAS operations.

Q & A:
Q: Is the Army Aviation Support Facility #2 in Pendleton the UAS training area?
A: Yes, the Flight Facility in Pendleton will be the training area.

Q: Who will be training with the UAS?
A: The training will be conducted by Det. 1 Bravo Co, 41 Brigade Special Troops Battalion

Q: Why is the Oregon National Guard doing this training?
A: This is standard training. This flight on May 14 is the first regional training following receiving the FAA certificate to operate in Pendleton. While the UAS is a Guard and Active Duty mission, the unmanned aerial vehicles are used as a combat multiplier, and serve as the eyes and ears of the commander on the ground. It can conduct surveillance on the enemy without putting Soldiers in harm's way.

Q: Why is Pendleton uniquely suited to the UAS mission?
A: Pendleton is friendly toward the Unmanned Aerial System industry, and because of the climate, terrain, low population density and low commercial air traffic, the Pendleton Regional Airport is an ideal location for training with the UAS.

For more information on the UAS and RQ-7 Shadow, please visit the following sites:

http://www.globalsecurity.org/intell/systems/shadow.htm
http://www.army-technology.com/projects/shadow200uav/



Photo Caption
20120619-A-PL993-227-rev:
An Oregon Army National Guard RQ-7B Shadow, lands at the Naval Weapons Systems Training Facility (NWSTF) in Boardman, Ore., following a demonstration flight for local civic leaders, June 19, 2012. The Oregon Army National Guard's Bravo Co., 41 Brigade Special Troops Battalion, operates the Unmanned Aerial System (UAS), which is the first of its kind for a National Guard unit in the United States. Photo by Sgt. Jason Van Mourik, Oregon Military Department Public Affairs.


Attached Media Files: 2013-05/962/64238/20120619-A-PL993-227-rev.jpg

OREGON STUDENTS HONORED FOR LETTERS ABOUT LITERATURE ENTRIES

Students from across Oregon will be honored for their winning entries in the 2013 Letters About Literature contest. The celebration will be at the Oregon State Library on Monday, May 20th at 4:00 p.m.

The following Oregon children and teens won at the state level: Level I First Place: Lucy Dyal, Lake Oswego; Level I Runner-Up: Chloe Montague, Portland; Level I Honorable Mentions: Madeleine Moreland, Corvallis; Anonymous, Eugene. Level II First Place: Sylvani Starchild-St. Clair, Eugene; Level II Runner-Up: Camille Dupeyroux, Portland; Level II Honorable Mentions: Mia Bledsoe, Corvallis; Lizzy Palmquist, Salem; Helen Rossmiller, Portland. Level III First Place: Chelsea Lin, West Linn; Level III Runner-Up: Jolie Maddock, Portland; Level III Honorable Mention: Amanda Ramage, Gresham. Also honored will be the 116 semi-finalists from around the state.

Letters About Literature is a national reading and writing promotion program of the Center for the Book in the Library of Congress. Local co-sponsors are the Oregon Center for the Book at the State Library; three divisions of the Oregon Library Association: Children's Services Division, Oregon Young Adult Network, and Oregon Association of School Libraries; and the Oregon Reading Association. All but the Oregon Center for the Book contribute money to provide prizes.
Out of nearly 50,000 entries nationally, 810 came from Oregon children and teenagers. Level I of the contest is open to students in grades 4 through 6, Level II to students in grades 7 and 8, and Level III to students in grades 9 and 10. All entries are sent to the Center for the Book in the Library of Congress to be screened, and letters that make it through that round are sent to Letters About Literature program coordinators in participating states. Locally, judges are selected by the program coordinator at the State Library, and those judges select a first place winner, runner-up, and potential honorable mentions for each contest level. In Oregon, anyone whose letter makes it through the national screening but does not place in the state is considered a semi-finalist. As a final step, the winning letter from each of the three levels for all participating states advances to be judged at the national level. This year, no one from our state placed nationally.

All Oregon honorees receive a certificate from the Oregon Center for the Book. Additionally, first place winners each receive $100, runners-up $50, honorable mentions a $25 bookstore gift certificate, and semi-finalists a $10 bookstore gift card. These were the Oregon judges: Level I: author Elizabeth Rusch, children's librarian Korie Buerkle, and school librarian Jane Erickson; Level II: author Inara Scott, teen librarian Sonja Somerville, and school librarian Amy Richards; Level III: author Graham Salisbury, young adult librarian Ian Duncanson, and retired school librarian Marlene Lee. Soon winning letters will be posted on the State Library website, http://www.oregon.gov/osl/LD/Pages/youthsvcs/aboutlit.aspx.

The Oregon State Library is located at 250 Winter St. NE in Salem. The public is welcome to attend the Letters About Literature Awards celebration in the meeting room on the first floor.

The City of Portland has posted two employment opportunities for psychologists that would work with police officer candidates and certified police officers.

Information about both jobs is posted online, including an introduction, background, an ideal professional profile, how to apply, and deadlines.

The job posting for Psychologist for Police Officer Candidates can be found at:
http://www.portlandoregon.gov/police/article/446971

The job posting for Psychologist for Certified Police Officers can be found at:
http://www.portlandoregon.gov/police/article/446963

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VANCOUVER, Wash.--(May 13, 2013)-- The Community Military Appreciation Committee (CMAC) Pacific Northwest Gold Star Children's Scholarship is a 100% non-profit 501(c) 3 charity established with the Community Foundation. It is an educational endowment established to grant scholarships to local area Gold Star Children (children of service members killed in action in support of Afghanistan and Iraq) upon matriculation to an accredited post-graduate academic institution. There are fourteen such children in the area that the scholarship is hoping to support. The goal of this effort is to present a minimum of $20,000 per child upon matriculation.

On May 15th, the CMAC will be hosting a ribbon cutting dinner with sponsors and supporters of the project. The event will feature dinner and entertainment, with the highlight of the evening being the CMAC representatives handing the first check to The Community Foundation for the scholarship for $20,000, the amount raised from last year's fundraising.

The Marine Board office will be staying open until 6 pm on Friday, May 23 to help out boaters who need their boat title, registration, boater education card, aquatic invasive species permit or other business needs before heading out for the long, Memorial Day Weekend.

Memorial Day Weekend is the official kick-off to the boating season and with this spring's fabulous weather, the waterways are the perfect escape. Plan your boating adventure using the Marine Board's interactive boating access map where you can find nearby boat ramps, clear gasoline retailers, pumpout and dump stations, and find out what other amenities are available.

Learn more at www.boatoregon.com.
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FIRES ON OREGON DEPT. OF FORESTRY-PROTECTED LANDS

The 60-acre Andrews Creek Fire reported Saturday burning in the Douglas Forest Protective Association jurisdiction of southwestern Oregon was fully contained Sunday. Cause is under investigation.

FIRES ON OTHER LANDS
No fires were reported on lands in other jurisdictions in Oregon.

FIRE STATISTICS
Fire statistics are for the current year and the average over the past 10 years for the 16 million acres of private and public forestland protected by the Oregon Department of Forestry.

January 1, 2013, through today:*
Lightning-caused fires: 19 fires burned 14 acres
Human-caused fires: 85 fires burned 293 acres
Total: 104 fires burned 307 acres

10-year average (Jan. 1 through the present date in the year):
Lightning-caused fires: 2 fires burned less than 1 acre
Human-caused fires: 51 fires burned 122 acres
Total: 53 fires burned 122 acres

Fire statistics can be accessed any time from the ODF website, www.oregon.gov/odf.

*When personnel are heavily engaged in firefighting activities, the latest information may not always appear in the statistics.

UPDATE: dates were omitted from the previous release. This is the correct version. Apologies for the error:


North Clackamas parents who want to help their children safely navigate the tween and early teen years can take the Guiding Good Choices class. Metropolitan Family Service sponsors the course.

The four-week class teaches:
* Risk Management/Peer pressure skills
* Drug & Alcohol & tobacco education & conversations
* Communication & Assertiveness Skills
* Anger Management/Dealing with changing hormones in children
* Family strengthening and how to build connections

The class will take place on Thursdays from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. from May 16 to June 6 at Lewelling Elementary School, 5325 SE Logus Road in Milwaukie. Free childcare and free dinner will be provided. To register, call 503-232-0007, ext. 110 or email Jenm@metfamily.org.

High school cosmetology students at the Sabin-Schellenberg Center plan a Spring Spa Days fundraiser, offering manicures, pedicures, and facials for $10 per service. All proceeds will benefit cosmetology student participation in the SkillsUSA national competition.

Spring Spa Days are scheduled May 17 and 18 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the North Campus of Sabin-Schellenberg Center, 14211 SE Johnson Road in Milwaukie. Drop in clients are welcome.

After last week's death of Ken Bladow, a technical expert at the Sabin-Schellenberg Career-Technical school, community organizations have stepped up to honor his memory in a way he would appreciate: by creating a scholarship for college=bound students in the broadcasting program he served.

Oregon Impact and the Kiwanis Club of Damascus have both contributed to the fund, which will benefit students for the next four years.

Oregon PTA has presented its most prestigious award to Evan King, school social worker at Rowe Middle School for her work to end hunger among the school's students. Not only has King established a lunch fund that cafeteria staff can use when a child does not have lunch money, but she also instituted a high protein afternoon snack for every student.

King is also teaching students to be advocates, coaching them to apply for Neighborhood Association grants to help feed their classmates. Additionally, she has worked closely with the Rowe PTA to open a Family Support Center where kids and families can get free clothes, food, and other resources right in their school. "Hungry kids can't learn," is King's mantra.

"Evan King exemplifies PTA values of collaboration, commitment, accountability, respect, integrity, and inclusivity," said Oregon PTA's Executive Director Carol Wire. "She has made a commitment that no Rowe kids will go hungry and she has built a community network to assure that she can keep that promise. This kind of advocacy is an example to us all and Oregon PTA is proud to recognize her work in preventing hunger from derailing a child's school success."

"The Advocate for Children Award is Oregon PTA's most prestigious award," said Wire. "It is only when someone worthy is identified. The award is not given every year."

Nearly 200 community members attended the annual North Clackamas Education Foundation Gala Dinner and Auction, raising $70,000 for the district's 28 schools.

"More than $20,000 was contributed to support classroom innovation grants, college scholarships, and to cover student fees for low-income families," said NCEF President Jeanne Magmer. "We are grateful for the generous spirit of this community, especially at a time when public schools face such a daunting funding gap."

Students at View Acres Elementary will learn environmental science by constructing a green roof composter, thanks to a $3,100 Lowe's Toolbox for Education grant.

Science teacher Jane Johnston is excited that students will have the opportunity to learn the science behind composting, and use what they produce in the school's garden.

Teen volunteers age 12 to 15 are needed as counselors for Safety Town, a safety-focused summer day camp for kindergarten and first grade students. Volunteers must enjoy children and have strong leadership skills.

Two-week camp sessions run June 18 to July 19. For information and a volunteer application, call Lisa at 503-353-6090, ext. 27891 or search for "Safety Town" on the North Clackamas Schools web site: www.nclack.k12.or.us.

At a May luncheon, North Clackamas Superintendent Matt Utterback will speak about the changing face of education, including the rigorous Common Core standards, new instructional practices, the Governor's initiative, and career-technical education.

The event, organized by the North Clackamas Chamber of Commerce, is Wednesday, May 22 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:15 p.m. at the Sabin-Schellenberg South Campus, 14450 SE Johnson Road. On-line registration is available at www.yourchamber.com, and admission is $25 for Chamber members and $30 for non-members.

Clackamas County Dispatch received a report of a wrong way driver on Hwy 212. The vehicle was then reported to have pulled into the Hampton Inn on 82nd Drive in Clackamas. Witnesses said a male driver crashed the car into a parked car in the parking lot then ran to an occupied Dodge truck and forcibly pulled the driver out of the truck. The male then threatened a female passenger who was able to exit the vehicle without injury. The male made threats he was armed and would kill the female.

He fled the area north bound on I205. The suspect was reported to be involved in several other hit and runs near the Stark / Washington exit.

Portland reported that he was held down by citizens after making threats with a knife. The suspect was arrested by Portland Police. After being treated for minor injuries he was transported to the Clackamas County Jail.

Deputies determined the first car the suspect crashed was a stolen vehicle; taken in a burglary reported an hour before. The burglary occurred in unincorporated Milwaukie, within Clackamas County.

The suspect is identified as Johnathan Bryan Yager Jones and is lodged in the Clackamas County Jail.

At 10:11 AM on Sunday May 12th Longview Fire was dispatched to a motor vehicle crash reported at 100 Triangle Center. Reports indicated that a vehicle had crashed into the Cigar 4 U, a business located in the Triangle Shopping Mall.
Within minutes Longview Firefighters arrived and found the vehicle no longer in contact with the building...it had been backed away from the building after impact. The vehicle sustained heavy front end damage and two victims were still inside the 4 door compact car requiring medical treatment. The victims were both adults, one male and one female.
Two ambulances were requested to transport both victims, who were transported to St Johns Medical Center in stable condition.
On scene Firefighters also evaluated the structural stability of the strip mall type building and found no obvious signs of structural deficiencies. Firefighters also addressed fluids leaking from the vehicle onto the parking lot with specialty spill specific absorbent.
The crash is being investigated by Longview Police Department. There were no injuries to patrons in Cigars 4 U which was open at the time of the incident.
*Coincidently, at 1:36 PM Longview Fire was dispatched across the street from the Triangle Shopping Center to 1210 Ocean Beach Highway where an adult female crashed into another vehicle in the parking lot of the Masthead Restaurant. The victim was also transported to St Johns Medical Center in stable condition. Longview Police is also investigating this accident.
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Attached Media Files: Cigars 4 U Crash , Masthead Parking Lot Crash

On Sunday May 12, 2013, at approximately 10:45 a.m., East Precinct officers responded to Elmer's Restaurant, located at 9660 Southeast Stark Street, on the report of lots of people fighting and chasing someone eastbound on Stark Street.

As officers were en route, additional information was received that one person had a knife and another had a gun.

Officers arrived in the area and located a group of people holding down a man behind the Elmer's. Witnesses told police that the man being held down was involved in two hit and run crashes then threatened a man with a knife in the Elmer's parking lot. The man the suspect threatened had a gun, so the suspect dropped the knife and ran away. Several people chased the suspect down and held him for police.

The suspect was taken into custody and transported to a Portland hospital for injuries believed to be the result of his two hit and run crashes.

Officers learned that the suspect stole one car then carjacked another in Clackamas County before driving northbound on I-205 and exiting at the Stark/Washington exit. The suspect hit two other vehicles as he exited the freeway, then got out of the car at Elmer's.

The Portland Police is working with the Clackamas County Sheriff's Office on the investigation.

Updates will be provided at a later time.

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Early Sunday Morning at 5:50 a.m. the Wilsonville Police Dept in conjunction Clackamas County Sheriff's Office responded to a burglary in progress in the Oak leaf Manufactured Home Park at 10660 SW. Wilsonville Rd. Wilsonville, Oregon. Police were told a man had entered their house through their children's bedroom window where their 11 year old daughter was asleep. The suspect who was later identified as 31 year old Mr. Jesse (EDIT correct spelling is Jessie) James Williams who had removed an air conditioning unit mounted in their children's room to gain access. Mr. Williams was confronted by the daughter who quickly ran to her parents room to let them know a man was in her room. The father, Mr. Christopher Rothaug confronted Mr. Williams inside their residence and told him he needed to leave.

Wilsonville Police Officers in conjunction with the Clackamas County Sheriff' Office quickly responded to the area and located a Mr. Williams walking on SW. Wilsonville Rd near SW. Brown Rd. which is less than one quarter mile away from the scene. Mr. Williams was detained at the scene and subsequently arrested from breaking into the home.

Mr. Williams was lodged into the Clackamas County Jail on charges of Burglary in the first degree with a $50,000 bail. There is no relation the the victim or suspect.

The Clackamas County Sheriff's Office would like to extend to the citizens that with the recent warm temperatures, and people placing air conditioning units in their windows, take the time to make sure units and windows are secure to help prevent criminals from using these areas as access points to enter your house. Criminals often look for easy ways to get into your house and improperly and unsecured window mounted air conditioning unit not only makes for an easy target, but also an easy access point.


Attached Media Files: Where suspect gained entry , Pushed out of the way air conditioning unit , Williams, Jesse James

On Sunday May 12, 2013, at approximately 1:30 a.m., Central Precinct officers responded to Southwest 2nd Avenue and Ash Street on the report of a stabbing.

Portland Police and Portland Fire & Rescue personnel arrived and located 21-year-old Marvin Antonio Rodriguez suffering from a stab wound to the chest. Rodriguez was transported to a Portland hospital for treatment to the non-life-threatening wound.

Officers spoke to the victim and witnesses and learned that the victim was stabbed on Ankeny Street, between 2nd and 3rd Avenues. The victim told police he tried to break up a fight between two men then got caught up in the ensuing melee.

The stabbing suspect was described as a Hispanic male, 17 years old, 5'9" tall, and 140 pounds. Another person associated with the fight was described as a male Hispanic, 17 years old, 5'9" tall, and 140 pounds.

Both young men were last seen running eastbound on Ankeny Street.

Preliminary information suggests that the suspect may have gang ties.

Anyone with information about this stabbing is asked to contact the Gang Enforcement Team at (503) 823-4106.

The Linn County Sheriff's Office reports that a 21 year old University of Oregon student has drowned in east Linn County.

The victim is identified as 21 year old Alex James Rovello from Portland, Oregon, a student at the University of Oregon. Alex was also a member of the U of O Tennis Team.

On May 11, at about 2:00 pm, Linn County Emergency Dispatch was notified by Lane County 911 that they had received a telephone call requesting assistance rescuing a man who had jumped into a body of water and had not surfaced. Further information revealed the man had jumped into what's known as Blue Pool from the 60' cliff at Tamolitch Falls.

Tamolitch Falls/Blue Pool is located in Linn County about two miles north of Trail Bridge Campground, on Hwy 126 near the Lane County border.

Witnesses told deputies it appeared Rovello hit the water with his face and upper chest. Several attempts by friends and bystanders to save him were unsuccessful due to the depth of the victim and frigid 37F degree water.

There is no cell phone service in the area and a witness had to run over two miles before he was able to get service and call 9-1-1 for help.

Deputies from both Linn and Lane Counties responded and found the victim deceased at the bottom of Blue Pool, about 30 to 40 feet from the surface. Dive Teams and Search and Rescue Teams from Linn and Lane Counties, Linn County Sheriff's Mounted Posse, Eugene Mountain Rescue, and Corvallis Mountain Rescue responded to recover the victim and worked until after midnight.

Alcohol did not appear to be a factor in the drowning.

Mr. Rovello's body was transported by Fisher Funeral Home in Albany pending further arrangements.

Shooting victim Januel Zermeno is 17-years-old, not 37 as previously released.

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Gang Enforcement Team investigators arrested three people in connection with last night's shooting at Southeast 82nd Avenue and Powell Boulevard.

38-year-old Bryan Curtis Whitecloud and 26-year-old Jillian Ann Kay were arrested as suspects in the shooting. A 17-year-old female associate of the victims was arrested after officers discovered her concealing a handgun in a jacket.

37-year-old Januel Zermeno was shot in the right leg and 18-year-old Mykehail Mars was shot in the left hand.

Officers located the suspects at Southeast 84th Avenue and Brooklyn Street and recovered a handgun nearby.

Whitecloud was charged with Attempted Aggravated Murder, Attempted Murder (two counts), Assault in the Second Degree (two counts), and Unlawful Use of a Weapon.

Kay was charged with Attempted Aggravated Murder, Attempted Murder (two counts), and Assault in the Second Degree (two counts).

Whitecloud and Kay were booked into the Multnomah County Jail and will be arraigned on Monday.

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This evening, Saturday May 11, 2013, at 9:20 p.m., East Precinct officers responded to the area of Southeast 82nd Avenue and Powell Boulevard on the report of multiple shots heard and a crowd scattering.

Officers arrived in the area and located two gunshot victims. One male was transported to a Portland hospital with what are believed to be non-life-threatening injuries. The other male remained at the scene for treatment.

Officers obtained suspect descriptions from witnesses and located two people matching those descriptions in the neighborhood. Both people have been detained as the investigation continues.

The Gang Enforcement Team is at the scene and will be conducting the investigation.

82nd Avenue is temporarily closed North of Powell Boulevard as part of the crime scene.

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On May 11, 2013 at approximately 4: 30 p.m., Vancouver Police responded to the Grand Central Fred Meyer at 2500 Columbia House Blvd. for a robbery and assault. A male suspect committed a theft at the store and when confronted by store security he stabbed the security guard and fled the store. The suspect, Ryan C. Shook, DOB 8/26/74, was located by Vancouver Police a short distance away and arrested for Robbery I and Assault I and booked into the Clark County Jail.

The security guard was transported to an area hospital with what appear to be non-life threatening injuries.

At approximately 6:00pm this evening, two swimmers were rescued from the banks of the Willamette River in Keizer after they were stranded following a near-tragic river crossing.

Sherwin Schnell of Independence was sitting at the water's edge when he saw two swimmers enter the water near the Keizer Rapid Boat ramp on the east side of the Willamette River. The teen-aged swimmers were wearing children-sized "floaties" on each arm and immediately began struggling with the water current. The were struggling to reach to other side of the river.

At one point, they became entangled in a whirlpool and appeared unable to free themselves and get to the shore. Mr. Schnell called 911 and reported what he saw.

Sgt. Shane Burnham, Sr. Deputy Dave Zahn, and Cadet Francisco Villasenior were dispatched in a MCSO marine rescue boat and arrived to find the swimmers standing in the water at the bank on the west side of the river.

Mr. Schnell stated that after they made it across the river, they attempted to swim back to the east side, through the same area where they nearly drowned. Following the 911 call-taker's directions, Schnell yelled at them to stay put until help could arrive. Fortunately, they followed his direction.

The swimmers were identified as Timothy Edmond, 18 of Salem, and Dakota Massie, 13, of Salem. They told deputies they tried to cross the river, but underestimated the current and water temperature (which was about 59 degrees at the time).

The swimmers were returned to the boat ramp where they started their journey. Both were in good condition and did not require medical assistance.

With summer approaching, boaters and swimmers will be taking to the waters to enjoy the season. We encourage them to wear appropriate floatation devices, respect the water current and temperature and always bring a friend along with you for safety.

A photo of the swimmers, taken by Sgt. Shane Burnham, is attached to this release.


Attached Media Files: Swimmers from River Rescue

Kelso, WA - Update 7:00 p.m.

The Cowlitz County Sheriff's Office has suspended the search for 16 year old Alexander Rodriguez who ir reported to have jumped from the Lexington Bridge at approximately 8:45 p.m. last evening.

Searchers worked both river banks as well as diving in the area of the point he was last seen. Due to the fast moving current and the depth of the water in that area, the diving was extremely challenging.

The Sheriff's Office will continue to search by boat over the next days and will likely conduct strategic dives as well.

Updates will be released as new information is developed.

Sheriff Mark Nelson
Cowlitz County Sheriff's Office



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Kelso, WA - The Cowlitz County Sheriff's Office resumed its search for a missing Kelso youth last seen in the Cowlitz River near Rocky Point.

Sheriff Mark Nelson, on scene with the over a dozen volunteer searchers from Cowlitz Search and Rescue and Cowlitz Dive Rescue, said that teams are searching the shoreline from the Lexington bridge to the area of the old Carnival Market. "Our search efforts are including bank searching, divers and boats." said Sheriff Nelson. "In addition to the search conducted last night from the water to the banks and from the air." Nelson said.

Deputies and other emergency personnel responded to a report of a young man jumping from the Lexington Bridge. It appears as though he may have been despondent due to personal issues. Witnesses reported seeing him floating down river to the Rocky Point area where they saw him struggling before he went out of sight.

Deputies, fire personnel, water rescue personnel including assistance from the Clark County Sheriff's Office and U.S. Coast Guard all responded to the area and searched for about four hours before calling off the search for the night.

"Volunteer emergency rescue personnel in Cowlitz County are absolutely the best." Sheriff Nelson said. "We are incredibly blessed to have this tremendous asset here."

The Cowlitz Chaplaincy has also been on scene and in regular contact with the family. "Our hearts and prayers are certainly with the family. The tragedy of a situation like this begs for the perspective from a foundation of faith." Nelson said.

The search is expected to continue until mid to late afternoon. Nelson said.

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The individual that was shot and was deceased when officers arrived is Thomas L Miller, 45.

The SW Washington Regional Major Crimes Team is continuing the investigation and no arrests have been made related to this case.

Anyone with information that may be pertinent to this case is asked to call the Vancouver Police Department Tip Line at (360) 487-7399.

No further information on this investigation is available at this time.

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On May 9, 2013 at approximately 5:24 p.m., Vancouver Police responded to a call of a disturbance with weapons in the 2700 block of Fruit Valley Rd. When Officers arrived they located an adult male who had been shot and was deceased. An adult male resident of the home is believed to be the individual that fired at the other male. Information indicates the two males knew each other and Detectives do not believe there are any outstanding suspects.

Police have detained the resident and are continuing to conduct interviews with witnesses. A short portion of Fruit Valley Road from Fourth Plain-28th Street is closed while investigators are on scene. It is unknown how long the road closure will be in place but side streets are accessible to local traffic.

No information related to any of the individuals involved is being released at this time.

The second shooting occurred in the 2700 block of Southeast 111th Avenue, not 11th as previously released.

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Since 11:00 p.m. on Friday May 10, 2013, the Portland Police Bureau has responded to three separate shootings that are possibly gang-related. There were no reported injuries in any of the three shootings.

The first shooting occurred on Friday May 10, 2013, at approximately 11:15 p.m., at a residence in the 8400 block of Southeast Brooklyn Street. East Precinct officers responded to numerous calls of shots fired in the area.

When officers arrived, they contacted numerous people in the apartment complex parking lot and located three vehicles and one apartment that were struck by gunfire.

The second shooting occurred at approximately 1:45 a.m. on Saturday May 11, 2013, in the 2700 block of Southeast 11th Avenue. Central Precinct officers responded to the report of shots fired into a residence.

Officers arrived and contacted the resident and located several 2nd story windows hit by gunfire.

The third shooting occurred at approximately 4:45 a.m at a residence in the 3500 block of Southeast 130th Avenue. East Precinct officers responded to the report of shots fired outside the apartment building.

Officers arrived and located one apartment that had been struck by gunfire. Officers contacted the occupants and found that nobody was injured, nor were they cooperative with police.

There is no suspect information in any of the three shootings nor is it clear if there is a connection between any of the shootings.

Based on preliminary investigation in each of the shootings, the Gang Enforcement Team responded to all three shootings to process the crime scene and conduct further investigation.

The Portland Police Bureau Gang Enforcement Team and Gun Task Force are continuing to actively investigate gang and gun crimes in the City of Portland.

Anyone with information about gang and/or illegal gun crimes in the City of Portland is encouraged to provide information to the Portland Police Bureau.

If you see an illegal gun crime in progress, call 9-1-1.

Anyone with information about any of these shooting is urged to contact the Gang Enforcement Team at (503) 823-4106.

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Local volunteers join women across the United States to build affordable housing in their communities

Vancouver, WA, (May 11, 2013) - More than 17 women including Lowe's Heroes volunteered on a Evergreen Habitat Humanity construction site today in recognition of National Women Build Week, May 4-12. Now in its sixth year, National Women Build Week challenges women to devote at least one day to help build affordable housing in their local communities.

The volunteers worked to prepare the floor areas on Evergreen Habitat's 27th home, and future home of the Murphy family. Kathy is a school teacher and has worked hard on her Habitat home and is looking forward to a summer dedication for her and her four children in Vancouver, WA.

Actress and author Holly Robinson Peete will help to rehabilitate a Habitat home in Los Angeles. Peete, a mother of four, is the national spokesperson for National Women Build Week 2013 and a long-time supporter of Habitat for Humanity.

"I am delighted to support National Women Build Week and want to encourage women to get involved with Habitat this week," said Peete. "Having a home provides such a strong foundation for families, and this week provides great opportunities for women to come together, learn new skills and help families in need of affordable housing."

Lowe's donated a $5,000 store gift card to Evergreen Habitat and $1.75 million to the 2013 National Women Build Week to support 300 participating affiliates. National Women Build Week is one of the major initiatives supported through Lowe's five-year, $20 million pledge to Habitat. As the underwriter of the Women Build program since 2004, Lowe's conducts how-to clinics at stores to teach women construction skills and provides the support of Lowe's Heroes employee volunteers to build homes with partner families across the country.

"Lowe's has underwritten Habitat's Women Build program since 2004, and we are proud to continue to bring together women from all walks of life to raise walls alongside local families in need," said Marshall Croom, chairman of the Lowe's Charitable and Educational Foundation. "We thank our Lowe's Heroes and the thousands of volunteers who will help strengthen communities throughout the country this week."

The U.S. Census Bureau reports more than 16 million children are living in poverty in the United States. Nearly 48 percent of the children reside with women heads-of-household. In Clark County, more than 30% of families are in need of affordable housing. Habitat's Women Build program recruits, educates and inspires women to build and advocate for simple, decent and affordable homes in their communities.

Since Habitat's Women Build Program was created in 1998, more than 2,100 Habitat for Humanity Women Build houses have been constructed in partnership with low-income families. Nearly 41,000 women from all 50 states have volunteered in the five previous events.

For more information on Habitat for Humanity's Women Build program, and to learn about Women Build projects in communities across the U.S., visit Habitat.org/wb or the National Women Build Week tab on http://www.facebook.com/habitat.

About Evergreen Habitat for Humanity
Since 1991, Evergreen Habitat for Humanity has worked to improve living conditions for low-income Clark County residents. The non-profit organization works in partnership with people in need from all walks of life to develop communities by building safe, affordable housing. Homes are sold at no profit with a zero percent interest rate mortgage after the partner families complete their sweat equity hours.

For additional information or to schedule an interview with an Evergreen Habitat for Humanity, please contact Josh Townsley, Executive Director, Evergreen Habitat for Humanity, at 360-737-1759 To learn move, visit ehfh.org, and www.facebook.com/EvergreenHabitatforHumanityWomenBuild.

About Lowe's
Lowe's supports the communities it serves through programs that focus on K-12 public education and community improvement projects. The company's signature education grant program, Lowe's Toolbox for Education(R), has donated more than $34 million to 7,500 K-12 public schools, benefiting more than 4 million schoolchildren. Lowe's Heroes employee volunteers support local community projects and our national nonprofit partners such as Habitat for Humanity, Rebuilding Together and the American Red Cross. In 2012, Lowe's and the Lowe's Charitable and Educational Foundation together contributed more than $30 million to support communities in the United States, Canada and Mexico. To learn more, visit Lowes.com/SocialResponsibility.

About Habitat for Humanity International
Habitat for Humanity International is a global nonprofit Christian housing organization that seeks to put God's love into action by bringing people together to build homes, communities and hope. Since 1976, Habitat has served more than 600,000 families by welcoming people of all races, religions and nationalities to construct, rehabilitate or preserve homes; by advocating for fair and just housing policies; and by providing training and access to resources to help families improve their shelter conditions. For more information, to donate or to volunteer, please visit www.habitat.org, or follow us at www.facebook.com/habitat or at www.twitter.com/habitat_org or join Habitat's blog community at www.habitat.org/blog.


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The U.S. Department of State requested the Oregon National Guard's 102 Civil Support Team to assist law enforcement with events in Portland and Eugene featuring the 14th Dalai Lama, Tenzin Gyatso, this week. The 102 CST provided chemical, biological, radiological, and other hazardous material detection capabilities, as well as rapid-response decontamination capabilities to help secure the events and ensure public safety.

Photo Captions:
130510-Z-OT568-022: Sgt. Jamel Mercado, with the Oregon National Guard's 102 Civil Support Team, works with Eugene Police to secure the University of Oregon's Matthew Knight Arena, in Eugene, Ore., May 10, in preparation for a visit from the 14th Dalai Lama, Tenzin Gyatso. The 102 CST provided chemical, biological, radiological, and other detection capabilities to prevent potentially dangerous materials from entering the arena. (Photo by Staff Sgt. April Davis, Oregon Military Department Public Affairs)

130510-Z-OT568-092: Sgt. 1st Class Jarrell Rysavy, with the Oregon National Guard's 102 Civil Support Team, works with Ron Stacy (left), of Eugene Fire and Hazmat, at the University of Oregon's Matthew Knight Arena, in Eugene, Ore., May 10, in preparation for a visit from the 14th Dalai Lama, Tenzin Gyatso. The 102 CST provided chemical, biological, radiological, and other detection capabilities to prevent potentially dangerous materials from entering the arena. (Photo by Staff Sgt. April Davis, Oregon Military Department Public Affairs)

130510-Z-OT568-214: The 14th Dalai Lama, Tenzin Gyatso, speaks to crowd during a luncheon at the University of Oregon's Matthew Knight Arena, in Eugene, Ore., May 10. Members of the Oregon National Guard's 102 Civil Support Team worked with law enforcement to help secure the event and ensure public safety. (Photo by Staff Sgt. April Davis, Oregon Military Department Public Affairs)

130510-Z-OT568-229: Sgt. Jenny Shin (right) and Staff Sgt. Jason Tarpley (second from right), both with the Oregon National Guard's 102 Civil Support Team, work alongside the security detail for the 14th Dalai Lama, Tenzin Gyatso (left), during his visit to the University of Oregon at the Matthew Knight Arena, in Eugene, Ore., May 10. The 102 CST worked with law enforcement to help secure the event and ensure public safety. (Photo by Staff Sgt. April Davis, Oregon Military Department Public Affairs)

130510-Z-OT568-281: The 14th Dalai Lama, Tenzin Gyatso, speaks to a sold-out crowd of 11,000 at the University of Oregon's Matthew Knight Arena, in Eugene, Ore., May 10. Members of the Oregon National Guard's 102 Civil Support Team worked with law enforcement to help secure the event and ensure public safety. (Photo by Staff Sgt. April Davis, Oregon Military Department Public Affairs)


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