OSBA’s priorities urgent in legislative session

SALEM — The Oregon School Boards Association has called on its membership to advocate for a list of legislative priorities during the upcoming legislative session, and has endorsed Governor John Kitzhaber’s call for enacting “education achievement compacts” with local school districts,...

Oregon artists benefit from Ford Family Foundation, Oregon Arts Commission

ROSEBURG, Ore. — The Oregon Arts Commission and The Ford Family Foundation, in the second year of a partnership to provide funding for the acquisition of seminal works by Oregon visual artists, announce the March 30, 2012 deadline for applications for Art Acquisition grants. Part of the foundation’s...

FBI asks for help identifying unknown female

PORTLAND — The FBI is asking for the public’s help in identifying and locating an unknown female who may be a witness to a crime. She is described as: White female Age: Unknown Hair: Reddish brown Eyes: Blue/green Height: 5’5″ (approximately) Weight: 140 pounds (approximately) Due to the...

New bankcard agreement finalized for Oregonians receiving reliacard funds

SALEM – The Oregon State Treasury and U.S. Bank have formally signed a new fee agreement for the state’s convenient and money-saving bankcard programs. Under the terms of the new agreement, all point-of-sale, bank teller and U.S. Bank ATM withdrawals will be free and unlimited for Oregonians who receive...

Red Cross urges meaningful gift-giving

This year, The Oregon Chapters of the American Red Cross encourage you to Give Something That Really Means Something for the holidays through the Holiday Giving Catalog. Give your family a Red Cross CPR or first aid class. You can even give your family and friends the chance to take classes on babysitting...

Juvenile Sports Pac holders can contact ODFW for $3 refund

SALEM -— Anyone that purchased a Juvenile Sports Pac between Dec. 1, 2009 and May 26, 2011 was accidentally overcharged by $3 and may seek a refund from ODFW. For the refund, email Deanna Erickson, at Deanna.M.Erickson@state.or.us, or fax 503-947-6117 with your Hunter/Angler ID# (ODFW ID #), which is...

Commercial drivers to see new medical card rules

SALEM — Starting Jan. 30, 2012, Oregon DMV will require commercial truck and bus drivers to submit a photocopy of their medical certificate to continue holding a commercial driver license. The new requirement is part of federal safety regulations aimed at making sure CDL holders are medically fit to...

ODA talks turkey safety for the holiday meal

SALEM — The holiday season begins next week with Thanksgiving. That means get-togethers with friends, family, and food. Lots of food. The Oregon Department of Agriculture is reminding you to practice good, safe food handling and preparation techniques at all times, but perhaps with a little extra...