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My column for Thursday about the Transportation Security Administration

community.statesmanjournal.com — Here's a very long, rough draft of my column for Thursday. I'll work on trimming it down now. Suggestions welcome. *** I confess. I sneaked dangerous contraband through airport security in Portland and Washington, D.C. It was an accident. And it wasn't what got me into trouble with the Transportation Service Administration and threatened with arrest by the airport police.
Cara Pallone Reporter, Statesman Journal @carapalloneSJ
This is a hilarious blog about what happens when a newspaper columnist and TSA clash: http://t.co/hROUBOsc via @DickHughes
Dick Hughes Editorial Page Editor and Columnist, Statesman Journal @DickHughes
My column for Thursday about the Transportation Security Administration http://t.co/y5Ponwko via @DickHughes #TSA #airportsecurity

Health: Born to run barefoot? Some end up getting injured

community.statesmanjournal.com — LOS ANGELES - Swept by the barefoot running craze, ultramarathoner Ryan Carter ditched his sneakers for footwear that mimics the experience of striding unshod. The first time he tried it two years ago, he ran a third of a mile on grass. Within three weeks of switching over, he was clocking six miles on the road.
Susie Bodman Custom Projects Editor, Statesman Journal @Sciwhat
#Health: Born to run barefoot? Some end up getting injured http://t.co/7UScviXF via @Sciwhat #barefootrunning #running

Silverton grad Pettit to grapple with spacecraft

community.statesmanjournal.com — And you thought you had a lot to grapple with at work. Sometime late Thursday night or early Friday morning Pacific time Silverton Union High School graduate and NASA astronaut Don Pettit is expected to grapple with a 20 foot-by-12 foot, 9,000-pound spacecraft.
Susie Bodman Custom Projects Editor, Statesman Journal @Sciwhat
#SilvertonOR grad Pettit to grapple with spacecraft http://t.co/JaYxfPIy via @Sciwhat #NASA #SpaceX #Dragon

Sound off: What does Memorial Day 2012 mean to you?

community.statesmanjournal.com — It's an annual question, but one that we hope still resonates with readers: What does Memorial Day mean for you. We look forward to your brief responses. We would like to publish some of them on Memorial Day. Thank you.
Dick Hughes Editorial Page Editor and Columnist, Statesman Journal @DickHughes
Sound off: What does Memorial Day 2012 mean to you? http://t.co/ypBV64qN via @DickHughes

Authors can pitch books to readers at library fair

community.statesmanjournal.com — Area authors can register now to participate in Salem Public Library's first-ever author fair from 1 to 4 p.m. on Saturday, June 23. The event will take place in Anderson Rooms A and B at the library, 585 Liberty St. SE. Authors can display and sell books and deliver five-minute "lightning talks" on why their book is worth reading.
Barbara Curtin Arts Reporter, Statesman Journal @BarbaraCurtin
eBooks, self-published, anyone can take part: Authors can pitch books to readers at library fair http://t.co/RmSkkPKT via @BarbaraCurtin

"Swimming pool" engineering test begins at Courthouse Square

statesmanjournal.com — Four above ground pools have been set-up on the fourth floor the vacant Courthouse Square building today as part of an engineering test.Each of the 27-foot, round pools have been filled to a depth of 33 inches to test the resilience of the building's floor slab.Engineers hired by Courthouse Square's property insurer are taking measurements to see how much the floor slab bends when subjected to the heavy weight.Scaffolding has been placed in the building for safety during the load testing.
Timm Collins Local Government Reporter, Statesman Journal @TimmCollinsSJ
"Swimming pool" engineering test begins at Courthouse Square http://t.co/1G1L3d8I #SalemOR

Oceanographer, computer model track tsunami debris movement

community.statesmanjournal.com — PORT ANGELES, Wash. - An oceanographer who tracks flotsam says West Coast beachcombers may find floating athletic shoes with human remains as more debris from last year's Japanese tsunami finally washes ashore. "We're expecting 100 sneakers with bones in them," Curt Ebbesmeyer told an audience Monday at a tsunami symposium.
Susie Bodman Custom Projects Editor, Statesman Journal @Sciwhat
#Oceanographer, #computer model track #tsunami debris movement http://t.co/GndSQWDm via @Sciwhat

"Swimming pool" engineering test begins at Courthouse Square

statesmanjournal.com — Four above ground pools have been set-up on the fourth floor the vacant Courthouse Square building today as part of an engineering test.Each of the 27-foot, round pools have been filled to a depth of 33 inches to test the resilience of the building's floor slab.Engineers hired by Courthouse Square's property insurer are taking measurements to see how much the floor slab bends when subjected to the heavy weight.Scaffolding has been placed in the building for safety during the load testing.
Susie Bodman Custom Projects Editor, Statesman Journal @Sciwhat
RT @mrose_SJ: New photo and story. “Swimming pool” engineering test at Courthouse Square today. http://t.co/vzomuqht

Aerospace: Commercial space race gets crowded behind SpaceX

community.statesmanjournal.com — WASHINGTON - A privately built space capsule that is zipping its way to the International Space Station has also launched something else: A new for-profit space race.
Susie Bodman Custom Projects Editor, Statesman Journal @Sciwhat
#Aerospace: Commercial #space race gets crowded behind #SpaceX http://t.co/hQEYaLyp via @Sciwhat #Dragon

Police identify dead body as Salem man

statesmanjournal.com — Salem police identified the man whose body was found by the side of Fisher Road early Tuesday morning as Devan Matlock, 21. Autopsy results show that the victim died of a trauma to the head. Police are still investigating the circumstances of his death.
Susie Bodman Custom Projects Editor, Statesman Journal @Sciwhat
RT @Salem_Statesman: Police identify dead body as Salem man http://t.co/jakNyOXC

Snapshots from Operation Hollywood

community.statesmanjournal.com — The Oregon National Guard has released a few photographs from the film set of "How Sweet It Is," where two soldiers have been working this month for producer Suzanne DeLaurentiis. The photo to the left is of Spc.
Capi Lynn Features Columnist, Statesman Journal @CapiLynn
Forward This Blog: Snapshots from Operation Hollywood http://t.co/B7bkeEcA #Oregon #veterans

Last-minute wrangling leaves Corrections jobs in doubt

statesmanjournal.com — Last-minute wrangling appears to be taking place at the State Legislature over a proposal to save some jobs at the Oregon Department of Corrections.Senate President Peter Courtney has recessed the Legislative Emergency Board until 1:30 p.m. today while lawmakers discuss the Department of Corrections budget.The department has proposed cutting a total of 58 lieutenant positions to meet a $7.9 million target.
Dennis Thompson State Workers Reporter, Statesman Journal @DMThompsonJr
Will the Legislature act today to save some of the 81 corrections positions up for the chop? Uncertain at this point... http://t.co/iyFwwogf

Santiam superintendent on paid leave

statesmanjournal.com — MILL CITY - Santiam Canyon School District business manager Steve Nielsen confirmed last week that district school superintendent Brad Yates has been placed on paid administrative leave as of May 14 following a complaint against him by a school district employee.
Denise Ruttan Reporter, Statesman Journal @DeniseRuttanSJ
Santiam Canyon superintendent on paid leave http://t.co/HfLNRuJr via @Salem_Statesman

Golden Tent Mongolian BBQ closes

Victor Panichkul Food Writer, Statesman Journal @TasteofOregon
#oregonfood Golden Tent Mongolian BBQ closes: Golden Tent Mongolian BBQ in South Salem at 4250 Commercial St. SE... http://t.co/tdLOTNqn

City levy garners landslide

statesmanjournal.com — Stayton voters last week passed a levy to support the city's pool, parks and library with overwhelming approval numbers, city officials said last week. Voters approved the local option levy with 66.06 percent in favor and 33.94 percent opposed, with a total of 1,429 votes cast, according to final unofficial results from the Marion County Elections office.
Denise Ruttan Reporter, Statesman Journal @DeniseRuttanSJ
City levy garners landslide http://t.co/KTVI8A1S via @Salem_Statesman

Salem-Keizer graduation ceremonies to kick off next week

statesmanjournal.com — The Salem-Keizer School District's graduation season will kick off next week with the Indian Education Program event 6 p.m. May 30 at North Salem High School.Community Transition Program will hold its ceremony 6 p.m. May 31 at Chemeketa Community College, Buidling 6 and Roberts High School, 7 p.m.
Stefanie Knowlton Education Reporter, Statesman Journal @SJEducation
Salem-Keizer graduation ceremonies to kick off next week http://t.co/e7nHdntY via @Salem_Statesman #salemor #keizeror

Lower Columbia anglers get weekend Chinook opportunity

statesmanjournal.com — The Columbia River from Bonneville Dam downstream to Buoy 10 will re-open Saturday and Sunday for sport fishing for spring Chinook salmon. Officials in Oregon and Washington, which jointly manage fishing on the shared boundary water, opted to reopen the season after reviewing a run update that supported an additional lower-river target of 1,400 upriver Chinook.
Henry Miller Outdoor Writer, Statesman Journal @henrymillersj
Lower Columbia anglers get weekend Chinook opportunity http://t.co/1BhSEJWs via @Salem_Statesman

Free Slurpee day today at 7-Eleven

Victor Panichkul Food Writer, Statesman Journal @TasteofOregon
#oregonfood Free Slurpee day today at 7-Eleven: It’s SlurpFREE day at participating 7-Eleven stores today. Store... http://t.co/pQ5rI6bH

County rule aids farmers

statesmanjournal.com — At GeerCrest Farm in Silverton, the nonprofit organization's mission is to educate people about farm living and agriculture. The functioning fifth-generation farm keeps a small goat dairy and rears pigs, turkey, chickens and vegetable gardens. GeerCrest owners Jim and Erika Toler hope to get a boost in their purpose from new rules approved by Marion County Commissioners, which allows farmers to host agri-tourism events.
Denise Ruttan Reporter, Statesman Journal @DeniseRuttanSJ
County rule aids farmers http://t.co/zMUhXwrh via @Salem_Statesman

City of Salem receives more than $5.6 million in PGE fee payments

community.statesmanjournal.com — Press Release form Portland General Electric May 23, 2012 Salem, Ore. - The city of Salem has received a total of $5,673,373 in franchise fee payments from Portland General Electric for 2012. The amount includes a check for $3,975,834 in franchise fees, plus an additional $1,697,539 in privilege taxes paid quarterly.
Timm Collins Local Government Reporter, Statesman Journal @TimmCollinsSJ
City of Salem receives more than $5.6 million in PGE fee payments http://t.co/KzQsnOGc via @TimmCollinsSJ

Cascade District eyes further cuts

statesmanjournal.com — It's been a difficult financial year for the Cascade School District. Harsh cuts the district must make to patch a $1.8 million shortfall brought such parents as Melissa Casady out to the board of education's May 14 meeting. Casady has two children at Turner Elementary School, and was concerned about the district's proposal to eliminate a principal position at the elementary level.
Denise Ruttan Reporter, Statesman Journal @DeniseRuttanSJ
Cascade District eyes further cuts http://t.co/GFaS3D3o via @Salem_Statesman

What President Obama told the Air Force cadets today

community.statesmanjournal.com — Office of the Press Secretary For Immediate Release May 23, 2012 REMARKS BY THE PRESIDENT AT COMMENCEMENT CEREMONY FOR THE AIR FORCE ACADEMY Air Force Academy Colorado Springs, Colorado THE PRESIDENT: Thank you so much. (Applause.) Please be seated. Good morning, everybody!
Dick Hughes Editorial Page Editor and Columnist, Statesman Journal @DickHughes
What President Obama told the Air Force cadets today http://t.co/cVB6FoAF
Dick Hughes Editorial Page Editor and Columnist, Statesman Journal @DickHughes
Memo to President Obama: "Snuck" is not the correct past tense of "sneak." It's "sneaked." http://t.co/cVB6FoAF

My open letter to the Transportation Security Administration

community.statesmanjournal.com — Dear TSA, I confessed rather than trust you to catch me. I toted a pocket knife undetected through security stations at three different airports. When I realized it, I self-reported it to the checkpoint manager at Dulles international outside Washington, DC., on Monday. She confiscated it, as I expected, but I was trying to be honest.
Dick Hughes Editorial Page Editor and Columnist, Statesman Journal @DickHughes
My open letter to the Transportation Security Administration http://t.co/MJ0RBdPd via @DickHughes #TSA #IAD #UnitedAirlines #PDX

The Fountain of Youth ... and other editorial cartoons

statesmanjournal.com — The Fountain of Youth ... and other editorial cartoons | statesmanjournal.com | Statesman Journal
Dick Hughes Editorial Page Editor and Columnist, Statesman Journal @DickHughes
The Fountain of Youth ... and other editorial cartoons http://t.co/hQktDT5p via @Salem_Statesman

Sound Off: What does Memorial Day mean to you?

statesmanjournal.com — Sound Off: What does Memorial Day mean to you? | statesmanjournal.com | Statesman Journal
Dick Hughes Editorial Page Editor and Columnist, Statesman Journal @DickHughes
Sound Off: What does Memorial Day mean to you? http://t.co/U93ZNAvG via @Salem_Statesman

Profiling celebrity dog a rewarding experience

community.statesmanjournal.com — When I learned Boomba, the Chinese crested who sort of saved the Palace Theatre, was going to be the grand marshal of this year's Silverton Pet Parade, I was over the moon. I immediately wanted to profile the little shivering, shaking dog, and luckily, I have an insanely cool editor who recognizes the value of such a story.
Cara Pallone Reporter, Statesman Journal @carapalloneSJ
Profiling celebrity dog a rewarding experience: http://t.co/ukv6ZVCQ via @carapalloneSJ

Four found dead in NE Salem house fire; murder-suicide suspected

statesmanjournal.com — Police report that three young children and an adult female were found deceased in a fire in the 2800 block of Fisher Road NE. The husband of the female, who was considered a person of interest in the investigation, was found deceased in a vehicle in the Cottage Grove area.
Susie Bodman Custom Projects Editor, Statesman Journal @Sciwhat
& SJ online version, ++ in Weds paper http://t.co/pmoB805p MT @HuffingtonPost: 5 dead in apparent murder-suicide in OR http://t.co/ZqOG7mbN
Tiffany Vu Silverton Reporter, Statesman Journal @TiffanyVuSJ
Well, that makes the first four homicides of the year in #SalemOR. The yearly average for the city is 6. Eeesh. http://t.co/jz2tSQhe
Michelle Maxwell Senior Editor, Content, Statesman Journal @MichelleAtSJ
Murder-suicide suspected: Woman, 3 children found dead in #SalemOR home; husband found dead in car near Cottage Grove. http://t.co/VvJqj6W7

Santiam Canyon School District to close Mill City Middle School next year

statesmanjournal.com — Santiam Canyon School District board of directors voted Tuesday to close Mill City Middle School next year to help patch a $700,000 shortfall in a $5 million budget. Board member Arnie White made the motion, which passed with three board members (Keri Sanders, Greg Grenbember and White) supporting it and two board members (Dan Lemke and Rick Posekany) opposed.
Denise Ruttan Reporter, Statesman Journal @DeniseRuttanSJ
Santiam Canyon School District to close Mill City Middle School next year http://t.co/ZK0rl0NR via @Salem_Statesman

Keizer Roth's to close its doors

statesmanjournal.com — Michael Roth, president and CEO of Roth's Fresh Market, has announced in a letter that the Keizer location will be closing its doors. The letter stated, "We engaged a market survey company to calculate our sales after the Walmart SuperCenter is built in Area C at Keizer Station and Target adds fresh groceries.
Victor Panichkul Food Writer, Statesman Journal @TasteofOregon
Keizer Roth's to close its doors http://t.co/bjL6UoKz via @Salem_Statesman
Tiffany Vu Silverton Reporter, Statesman Journal @TiffanyVuSJ
RT @mrose_SJ: Keizer Roth's to close its doors http://t.co/DcQzbBBF via @Salem_Statesman

Audit: Oregon schools miss chances to save energy

statesmanjournal.com — An audit from the Oregon secretary of state's office finds schools missed out on $40 million worth of energy savings by failing to choose the most cost-effective measures to reduce energy costs. The audit released today looked at 6,859 measures identified from 2002 to 2010 in energy audits in 111 school districts as part of a program enacted by the Legislature in 1999.
Stefanie Knowlton Education Reporter, Statesman Journal @SJEducation
RT @salem_statesman: Audit: Oregon schools miss chances to save energy http://t.co/OOWg9gt0

NW Natural customers to get bill credit of about $45

statesmanjournal.com — Lower natural prices is finally about to benefit customers. NW Natural will credit its customers next month. Here's the company's announcement:NW Natural gas customers will get a pleasant surprise next month. They will receive a one-time credit on their monthly bill. The average credit for a residential customer is approximately $36.58.
Don Currie Local and Business Editor, Statesman Journal @DonCurrieSJ
NW Natural customers to get bill credit of about $45 http://t.co/KjSYuryS via @Salem_Statesman

Road reopens to Three Pools in Opal Creek Scenic Area

statesmanjournal.com — The Three Pools Day-Use Area in the Opal Creek Scenic Recreation Area, will reopen to vehicles just in time for Memorial Day weekend. A section of Forest Service Road 2207 that provides drive-in access was washed away by heavy rains during a winter storm.
Henry Miller Outdoor Writer, Statesman Journal @henrymillersj
Road reopens to Three Pools in Opal Creek Scenic Area http://t.co/XcpK2m4O via @Salem_Statesman

Two tributaries of Grande Ronde River open Saturday for Chinook

statesmanjournal.com — Two tributaries to the Grande Ronde River - Catherine and Lookingglass creeks - will open on Saturday to fishing for hatchery spring Chinook. On Catherine Creek, the open area is from the Miller Lane Bridge below Union upstream to the Highway 203 Bridge upstream of Catherine Creek State Park.
Henry Miller Outdoor Writer, Statesman Journal @henrymillersj
Two tributaries of Grande Ronde River open Saturday for Chinook http://t.co/kqFHfigQ via @Salem_Statesman

Chinook fishing ends Wednesday on Umatilla River

statesmanjournal.com — The Umatilla River will close to fishing for spring Chinook salmon at the end of legal fishing hours on Wednesday. The shutdown was imposed from the Highway 730 Bridge upstream to the reservation boundary located upstream of the Highway 11 Bridge at Pendleton.
Henry Miller Outdoor Writer, Statesman Journal @henrymillersj
Chinook fishing ends Wednesday on Umatilla River http://t.co/0ZGG8HC1 via @Salem_Statesman

Water weight will put Courthouse Square to the test

statesmanjournal.com — The Courthouse Square building is getting a swimming pool, but it's not for cooling off on hot days. By tonight or Wednesday morning, at least one above-ground swimming pool, perhaps several, will be set up on the vacant building's fourth floor and filled with water, Marion County officials said.
Susie Bodman Custom Projects Editor, Statesman Journal @Sciwhat
No diving! RT @mrose_SJ: Swimming pools used to test the structural integrity of Courthouse Square building in #SalemOR http://t.co/mVYz8k9B
Susie Bodman Custom Projects Editor, Statesman Journal @Sciwhat
RT @mrose_SJ: Swimming pools used to test the structural integrity of Courthouse Square building in #SalemOR http://t.co/K4d1IxZh

Roth’s to close Keizer store

Victor Panichkul Food Writer, Statesman Journal @TasteofOregon
#oregonfood Roth’s to close Keizer store: Michael Roth, president and CEO of Roth’s Fresh Market, has announced ... http://t.co/6OvVmtHe

Groups collaborate to maximize economic opportunities for families

statesmanjournal.com — Local stakeholders in housing, financial education, asset building and access to capital are planning to announce a collaborative initiative tonight at a launch party. The Mid-Valley Prosperity Network has been in the works since November 2010. The groups involved are Salem Housing Authority, Consumer Credit Counseling/ Apprisen Financial Advocates, MERIT MicroEnterprise, Neighborhood Economic Development Corp., OSU Federal Credit Union and Salem-Keizer Community Development Corp.
Saerom Yoo Reporter, Statesman Journal @syoo
Groups collaborate to maximize economic opportunities for families http://t.co/Urd0pMO8 #SalemOR

Buffalo Wild Wings now open at Center and Lancaster

Victor Panichkul Food Writer, Statesman Journal @TasteofOregon
#oregonfood Buffalo Wild Wings now open at Center and Lancaster: Buffalo Wild WIngs opened this week at 3892 Cen... http://t.co/YNkf7r4M

Willamette Valley Vineyards has wines that pair perfectly with spring cuisine

community.statesmanjournal.com — With spring's warmer weather, there are seasonal foods you look forward to eating, the grill gets cleaned up and fired up after being stored for the wet winter, and you look forward to drinking a wider variety of wines with your meals.
Victor Panichkul Food Writer, Statesman Journal @TasteofOregon
#oregonwine Willamette Valley Vineyards has wines that pair perfectly with spring cuisine: With spring’s warmer ... http://t.co/uvDImYqt

Keizer Roth's to close its doors

statesmanjournal.com — Michael Roth, president and CEO of Roth's Fresh Market, has announced in a letter that the Keizer location will be closing its doors. The letter stated, "We engaged a market survey company to calculate our sales after the Walmart SuperCenter is built in Area C at Keizer Station and Target adds fresh groceries.
K. Williams Brown Entertainment Reporter, Statesman Journal @KWilliamsBrown
Oh, man. I'm sorry, Keizer. http://t.co/5LhOLYwu

Momiji to relocate sometime in June

Victor Panichkul Food Writer, Statesman Journal @TasteofOregon
#oregonfood Momiji to relocate sometime in June: Staff at Momiji restaurant at 2916 Commercial Street SE say the... http://t.co/NZAiPiEn

Salem Police investigating suspicious death and fatal house fire in Northeast Salem

m.statesmanjournal.com — Salem police are investigating at least two deaths in Northeast Salem. A delivery driver found the body of man laying on the east side of Fisher Road near Devonshire Avenue NE at about 4:20 am police said. They do not currently know the cause of death.
Amy Read Digital Editor, Statesman Journal @AmyReadSJ
#SalemOR Police investigating suspicious death and fatal house fire in Northeast Salem [story & gallery] http://t.co/ppHLGOt5

Heads-up for tsunami debris on the Oregon Coast

community.statesmanjournal.com — Pat M cElvie stopped by the Statesman Journal last week to share a treasure that her cousin found during a walk on the beach at the Oregon Coast. She presumes it was among the reported debris that is being washed up from the Japan tsunami.
Capi Lynn Features Columnist, Statesman Journal @CapiLynn
Forward This Blog: Heads-up for tsunami debris on the Oregon Coast http://t.co/f3mlnTND #Oregon #Japan

Salem Police investigating suspicious death and fatal house fire in Northeast Salem

statesmanjournal.com — Salem police are investigating at least two deaths in Northeast Salem. A delivery driver found the body of man laying on the east side of Fisher Road near Devonshire Avenue NE at about 4:20 am police said. They do not currently know the cause of death.
Tiffany Vu Silverton Reporter, Statesman Journal @TiffanyVuSJ
Insane. Bound to be arrests. MT @EGillespieSJ Salem firefighters report 4bodies found in house fire this am. #SalemOR http://t.co/SZbNtwmb

Detroit Lake Fishing Derby biggest ever

community.statesmanjournal.com — The three-day 30th annual Detroit Lake Fishing Derby was a winner all the way around, said Dean O'Donnell, the president of the Detroit Lake Recreation Area Business Association. "It was a record," he said about the turnout of an estimated 1,050 registered participants for the Friday-through-Sunday event.
Henry Miller Outdoor Writer, Statesman Journal @henrymillersj
Detroit Lake Fishing Derby biggest ever http://t.co/FNpL3X1c

Memorial Day shoots in Albany are salute to special veteran

statesmanjournal.com — What better way honor the spirit of Memorial Day than to help a wounded service member have a home?The Albany Rifle & Pistol Club will be holding a Practical Rifle match on Saturday and a Practical Shotgun Match on Sunday - six stages for each event - to help Homes for Our Troops in general, and Marine Sgt.
Capi Lynn Features Columnist, Statesman Journal @CapiLynn
Memorial Day shoots in Albany are salute to special veteran http://t.co/Tu6XsL9I via @Salem_Statesman

Newspaper staffers honored by group

statesmanjournal.com — Statesman Journal Media won 16 awards, including 10 first places, in the Society of Professional Journalists' Pacific Northwest Excellence in Journalism competition. The Statesman Journal won the General Excellence award for the second consecutive year in its circulation group, which includes daily newspapers with circulation between 25,001 and 65,000.
Bill Church Executive Editor, Statesman Journal @BillChurchMedia
Best in the Northwest again: @Salem_Statesman wins big in regional SPJ competition http://t.co/Rh4PP7TB #SalemOR @Gannett

Albany shoots are a salute to a special veteran

community.statesmanjournal.com — What better way honor the spirit of Memorial Day than to help a wounded service member have a home?The Albany Rifle & Pistol Club will be holding a Practical Rifle match on Saturday and a Practical Shotgun Match on Sunday - six stages in each event ‑ to help the non-profit Homes for Our Troops in general, and Marine Sgt.
Henry Miller Outdoor Writer, Statesman Journal @henrymillersj
Albany shoots are a salute to a special veteran http://t.co/8iwZKanQ

Salem Police investigating suspicious death and fatal house fire in Northeast Salem

statesmanjournal.com — Salem Police are investigating the discovery of a body in Northeast Salem. The call initially came in to perform a welfare check at 4:22 a.m. in the area of Fisher Road NE and Devonshire Avenue NE. Officials are also on scene investigating a fatal house fire reported at 5:30 a.m.
Don Currie Local and Business Editor, Statesman Journal @DonCurrieSJ
Salem Police investigating suspicious death and fatal house fire in Northeast Salem http://t.co/q9fDzNjm via @Salem_Statesman

Salem Police investigating suspicious death in Northeast Salem

statesmanjournal.com — Salem Police are investigating the discovery of a body in Northeast Salem. The call initially came in to perform a welfare check at 4:22 a.m. in the area of Fisher Road NE and Devonshire Avenue NE. Fisher Road NE will remain closed between Beverly Avenue NE and Devonshire Avenue NE during the initial investigation.
Capi Lynn Features Columnist, Statesman Journal @CapiLynn
FYI: Fisher Rd parallel to Hawthorne. Location south of Silverton Rd | Police investigate suspicious death in NE Salem http://t.co/gRObdfBf

Talk explores future water availability in the Willamette River Basin

community.statesmanjournal.com — The Straub Environmental Lecture series concludes for the season May 24, with a talk by Oregon State University professor John Bolte about the Willamette Water 2100 Project: Anticipating Water Scarcity and Informing Integrative Water System Response in the Pacific Northwest.
Susie Bodman Custom Projects Editor, Statesman Journal @Sciwhat
Talk explores future water availability in the #Willamette River Basin http://t.co/HEGk7f9x via @Sciwhat #SalemOR #environment #Oregon

One more photographic salute to Armed Forces Day

community.statesmanjournal.com — I know Armed Forces Day is in the past, but I wanted to share a cool photo by Staff Sgt. April Davis of the Oregon Military Department Public Affairs Office. It shows two F-15 Eagles from the Oregon Air National Guard's 142nd Fighter Wing flying over the State Capitol Mall as howitzers from the Oregon Army National Guard's 2-218 Field Artillery Battalion begin firing a salute.
Capi Lynn Features Columnist, Statesman Journal @CapiLynn
Forward This Blog: One more photographic salute to Armed Forces Day http://t.co/oA4p4NlZ

Bald Eagle Pug and Rosie the Riveter pugs win 2012 Portland Pug Crawl costume contest

statesmanjournal.com — Despite the weather, more than 500 pugs and their owners turned out for the 12th Annual Portland Pug Crawl to benefit the Oregon Humane Society on Sunday.More than $7,500 was raised through voluntary donations at MacTarnahan's Taproom in northwest Portland as pugs and people turned out to celebrate the smooshed-nose breed.More than 85 pugs participated in the highlight of the afternoon -- the annual costume parade -- which is an increase from last year.Celebrating the theme of this year's event, "Pug Nation - A Better Pug for a Better America," the dressed-up pugs took on a mostly patriotic theme.
Amy Read Digital Editor, Statesman Journal @AmyReadSJ
My favorite photo gallery of the day: 2012 Pug Crawl. See it here: http://t.co/m6e3Gogx @DonCurrieSJ
Amy Read Digital Editor, Statesman Journal @AmyReadSJ
My favorite photo gallery of the day: 2012 Pug Crawl. See it here: http://t.co/m6dZ8OfD

Biology: Smithsonian to create its 1st human genome exhibit

community.statesmanjournal.com — WASHINGTON - The Smithsonian's National Museum of Natural History is developing its first major exhibit on the human genome with a $3 million pledge announced Monday from a biotechnology company. The philanthropic foundation of Life Technologies Corp. is the lead sponsor for a 2,500-square-foot exhibition slated to open on the National Mall in June 2013.
Susie Bodman Custom Projects Editor, Statesman Journal @Sciwhat
#Biology: #Smithsonian to create its 1st human #genome exhibit http://t.co/ZKq65TAv via @Sciwhat

Aerospace: SpaceX will try 1st private cargo launch again Tuesday

community.statesmanjournal.com — CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. - Private rocket maker SpaceX is aiming for a Tuesday liftoff after fixing the engine problem that caused a launch abort over the weekend, stalling the world's first commercial space station supply flight. The Falcon 9 SpaceX rocket is fueled on the launch pad at Complex 40 at the Cape Canaveral Air Force Station in Cape Canaveral, Fla., early May 19.
Susie Bodman Custom Projects Editor, Statesman Journal @Sciwhat
#Aerospace: #SpaceX will try 1st private cargo launch again Tuesday http://t.co/JH7tY0QV via @Sciwhat #space

Weather: 14-day dry spell falls short of 1995 record

community.statesmanjournal.com — The following was submitted by the American Meteorological Society's Oregon Chapter (with minor editing): The Portland International Airport recorded measurable rainfall as of 11 a.m. May 20, which ended a 14-day dry spell, falling just shy of the old record of 15 days set in 1995.
Susie Bodman Custom Projects Editor, Statesman Journal @Sciwhat
#Weather: 14-day dry spell falls short of 1995 record http://t.co/zNfKKwTD via @Sciwhat #Oregon #pdx

Seniors back at Woodburn High; other grades to follow next week

statesmanjournal.com — WOODBURN - Seniors returned today for their first classes since a suspected arson fire closed the campus of Woodburn High School on May 11.Underclassmen will return to campus on Tuesday, May 29, said Jennifer Dixon, principal of Woodburn Arts and Communications Academy, the school that was most heavily damaged.
Barbara Curtin Arts Reporter, Statesman Journal @BarbaraCurtin
Seniors back at Woodburn High; other grades to follow next week http://t.co/3B7fXW9l via @Salem_Statesman

Tapping agritourism dollars

statesmanjournal.com — Farmers in Marion County can now bring in some extra money by hosting agritourism events. The focus of the event must be tied in with a product grown on the farm. For example, a wedding could prominently feature flowers grown on a flower farm, or a producer could host a farm dinner prepared from crops grown on the farm, Marion County Principal Planner Joe Fennimore said.
Denise Ruttan Reporter, Statesman Journal @DeniseRuttanSJ
Tapping agritourism dollars http://t.co/F4bBaPAA via @Salem_Statesman

Documentary ‘Bully’ comes to Salem Cinema

community.statesmanjournal.com — Documentary 'Bully' comes to Salem Cinema Bully, a documentary following teens and families around the U.S. dealing with bullying and its impacts, is showing in Salem Cinema. I watched it on opening day, which was Friday.
Saerom Yoo Reporter, Statesman Journal @syoo
Documentary 'Bully' comes to Salem Cinema http://t.co/3JlDjr2P #SalemOR

E. Coli outbreak renews raw milk fight in Oregon

statesmanjournal.com — PORTLAND - The Oregon Dairy Farmers Association is calling for tighter restrictions on the sale of unpasteurized milk following an E. coli outbreak that sickened nearly 20 people. The outbreak last month was traced to raw milk from a Wilsonville farm. Oregon bans store sales of raw milk, but allows small farms to sell on-site with no regulatory oversight.
Susie Bodman Custom Projects Editor, Statesman Journal @Sciwhat
RT @Salem_Statesman: E. Coli outbreak renews raw milk fight in Oregon http://t.co/ce3fM5eS

Turtle Ridge Wildlife Center

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Elida S. Perez Reporter, Statesman Journal @ElidaSPerezSJ
Cute baby animal photos from Turtle Ridge Wildlife Center http://t.co/ZHDGiWaA

Interested in heritage preservation training? Apply for a scholarship

community.statesmanjournal.com — Applications for the Elisabeth Walton Potter Oregon Heritage Preservation Scholarship are now being accepted. The program provides financial assistance for Oregon residents to attend preservation-related conference, workshop or training in the United States between July 1, 2012 and June 30, 2012. Eligible travel expenses include registration fees, transportation, lodging and meals.
Capi Lynn Features Columnist, Statesman Journal @CapiLynn
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Hunger for those in 50s raises concerns

statesmanjournal.com — Often, when we think about hunger, we think of the faces of children. That's not an accident. Marion-Polk Food Share has a brochure that shows a bar graph of how many children relied on emergency food each month in 2011. The bars are photos of children's adorable faces.
Saerom Yoo Reporter, Statesman Journal @syoo
Pleasant surprise: I came to work to a phone message thanking me for my Sunday column. If you missed it: http://t.co/EtQXxI41 #hunger

Fish bycatch to supplement Oregon food banks

community.statesmanjournal.com — Fish bycatch to supplement Oregon food banks Gov. John Kitzhaber is set to sign into law a bill that allows fish bycatch to go to the Oregon Food Bank Network. Bycatch is fish unintentionally caught while commercial fishing for other species. In Oregon, the bycatch is usually salmon, according to a media advisory.
Saerom Yoo Reporter, Statesman Journal @syoo
Fish bycatch to supplement Oregon food banks http://t.co/11WHueTC #SalemOR

Silver Falls State Park is ready for summer season

statesmanjournal.com — Silver Falls State Park is ready for summer, the popular Trail of Ten Falls is open and visitor activities have begun. According to park volunteers, January's storm hit Silver Falls State Park especially hard. The park was closed for five days to allow for damage assessment and more than 200 trees were removed from the trails, including 50 from the Trail of Ten Falls.
Cara Pallone Reporter, Statesman Journal @carapalloneSJ
Silver Falls State Park is ready for summer season: http://t.co/u7fIinD1 #silvertonOR