An investigation by an Oregon State Police (OSP) Fish & Wildlife Division trooper, assisted by the OSP Crime Lab forensic analysis, led to the arrest of a Prineville man Tuesday on multiple charges related to the illegal kill and waste of 4 deer six months ago.
On July 20, 2010, OSP Senior Trooper Amos Madison arrested BRADLEY BROCK, age 20, from Prineville, and lodged him at the Crook County Jail on the following charges:
* Illegal Taking of Deer (4 counts)
* Unlawful Waste of Wildlife (4 counts)
* Theft in the First Degree (4 counts)
BROCK's arrest came following Senior Trooper Madison's investigation that started January 9, 2010 when a central Oregon rancher in the Rager area about ten miles east of Paulina contacted OSP to report he found two deer that had been shot. Initial response and investigation led to the discovery of a total of four deer illegally killed and left to waste. All were does and at least two were pregnant.
Evidence seized from the scene and during the investigation was submitted to the OSP Forensic Services Division Crime Lab. Forensic analysis linked BROCK to the crimes leading to his arrest.
Photograph Source:
Deer - Oregon State Police
Brock - Crook County Sheriff's Office
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Oregon State Police (OSP) troopers remain on scene investigating a Thursday morning fatal traffic crash at the intersection of Highway 30 and Old Portland Road north of Warren. One person died and a second person was taken to a Portland-area hospital with non-life threatening injuries. Names will be released later today and the highway is closed with an ODOT established detour in place.
Preliminary information indicates on July 22, 2010 at approximately 5:30 a.m. a 1994 Honda Civic with two occupants pulled out from Old Portland Road into the path of a dump truck traveling northbound on Highway 30. The dump truck crashed into the driver side of the Honda Civic in the left northbound lane.
The adult female driver in the Honda Civic was pronounced deceased at the scene. An adult male passenger was transported to Legacy Emanuel Hospital with non-life threatening injuries.
The dump truck's driver wasn't injured.
Safety restraints were used by all occupants.
OSP troopers from the St. Helens' work site are continuing the investigation. No other information to be released at this time.
Traffic updates may be found on ODOT's website www.tripcheck.com .
Photographs Source: Oregon State Police
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As a result of the Governor's announcement in late May of a second year of dramatic budget cuts for public schools, Roseburg Public Schools Board of Directors has raised the participation fee by $50 for athletes beginning with the 2010-2011 school year. This student fee increase is in response to the nearly $2.5 million in reductions necessary for Roseburg Public Schools from its originally proposed budget for this coming school year, and is in addition to $4 million which the district was required to cut last school year.
Roseburg High School Athletic Director Russ Bolin presented the proposed fee increase to the Board of Directors at its July 14, regular meeting. According to Bolin, without this fee increase the high school and both middle schools would likely be faced with reductions to their athletic programs. Bolin's memo indicated that Roseburg's athletic fees have generally been lower than the schools with which RHS competes, and this increase would raise our fees to comparable levels with most of the districts in our league.
Beginning this fall, for students wishing to compete in athletics at the middle school the athletic participation fee will increase from $75 to $125 with a $300 family maximum. At the high school a similar $50 increase will occur, with participation fees increasing from $100 to $150 dollars with a family $300 maximum.
On a related note, Jo Lane and Fremont middle schools have announced that they are working on restructuring the football coaching responsibilities to accommodate two football teams for both 7th and 8th grade levels. More information will be available in the school registration letters that will be sent home in early August.
Colynn Elder, a juvenile parole and probation officer working with youth in Linn, Benton and Lincoln counties, was honored Wednesday for exemplary service to the Oregon Youth Authority and the youth the agency serves.
Elder received one of the state juvenile corrections agency's "coin awards," a silver dollar-size medal bearing the state seal and given to employees for excellence in reflecting agency values. Elder also works as the OYA foster care certifier for Linn, Benton, Lincoln and part of Marion counties.
Her supervisor, Jim Kramer, said Elder's confidence and professionalism have enabled her to meet the expectations for both jobs for nearly two years. "Colynn's peers see her as someone they can depend on to have answers while the foster parents she certifies feel supported and appreciated," Kramer said.
Elder is among several OYA staff members being recognized statewide as part of Probation, Parole and Community Supervision Week, July 18-24. Governor Ted Kulongoski said in his proclamation, "Community corrections professionals uphold the law with dignity, model positive behavior for offenders and dedicate themselves to the public's right to be protected from criminal activity."
"Colynn Elder and other OYA professionals offer compassion and demand accountability that helps former offenders find the promise of productive, crime-free lives," said OYA Director Colette S. Peters. "They play an important role in minimizing the number of OYA youth who reoffend."
Effective community supervision by juvenile parole and probation officers helps the agency fulfill its mission to protect the public and reduce crime by holding youth accountable and providing opportunities for reformation in safe environments.
Among the tasks performed by parole and probation officers are developing agreements with youth, determining special needs and services for youth, conducting monthly reviews with youth, arranging vocational services, administering urinalyses, preparing for and testifying at hearings, and participating in quarterly meetings of team members who support the youth. A juvenile parole and probation officer is assigned when a youth is committed to OYA and provides continuity regardless of whether the youth is being supervised in the community or a close custody facility.
OYA has 82 juvenile parole and probation officers across the state with caseloads averaging 25 youth.
In her role as a foster care certifier, Elder recruits, certifies and supports foster parents for OYA youth who are on probation or parole, need an out-of-home placement, may be in various stages of treatment for their offenses and for whom an evaluation has shown foster care to be appropriate.
OYA supervises approximately 1,100 youth on parole and probation in communities throughout Oregon, and has custody of approximately 900 youth offenders ages 12-24 in correctional and transitional facilities in Albany, Burns, Florence, Grants Pass, La Grande, Salem, Tillamook, Warrenton and Woodburn.
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The Oregon Department of Forestry's (ODF) South Cascade District, located in Linn County and the eastern portion of Lane County, tightened fire safety restrictions in the forest effective July 22 due to the rising wildfire hazard.
"Fire danger has greatly increased," said ODF Forester Greg Wagenblast. "A fire start in the forest now could spread rapidly."
Over the past week, grasses and forest fuels have dried to the point that they now ignite readily. The district has been responding to wildland fires from escaped campfires.
The heightened restrictions, known as a "Regulated-Use Closure," affect non-industrial activities in the forest, including the following:
1. Smoking is prohibited while traveling, except in vehicles on improved roads, in boats on the water, and on sand or gravel bars that lie between water and high water marks that are free of vegetation.
2. Open fires are prohibited, including campfires, charcoal fires, cooking fires and warming fires, except at designated locations. Portable cooking stoves using liquefied or bottled fuels are allowed.
3. Chainsaw use is prohibited in areas subject to Industrial Fire Precaution Level III and IV.
4. Chainsaw use is prohibited, between the hours of 1 p.m. and 8 p.m., in areas subject to Industrial Fire Precaution Level I and II. Chainsaw use is permitted at all other hours, if the following firefighting equipment is present with each operating saw: one ax, one shovel, and one operational eight-ounce or larger fire extinguisher. In addition, a fire watch is required at least one one hour following the use of each saw.
5. Use of motorized vehicles, including motorcycles and all terrain vehicles, is prohibited, except on improved roads or for the commercial culture and harvest of agricultural crops.
6. All motor vehicles must be equipped with one gallon of water or one operational 2- 1/2 pound or larger fire extinguisher, one ax, and one shovel, except when traveling on state and county roads. All-terrain vehicles and motorcycles must be equipped with one operational 2- 1/2 pound or larger fire extinguisher, except when traveling on state and county roads.
7. Use of fireworks is prohibited.
8. Cutting, grinding and welding of metal is prohibited, between the hours of 1 p.m. and 8 p.m. Cutting, grinding and welding of metal is permitted at all other hours, if conducted in a cleared area and if a water supply is present.
9. Use of exploding targets is prohibited.
10. Mowing of dried and cured grass with power driven equipment is prohibited, between the hours of 1 p.m. and 8 p.m., except for the commercial culture and harvest of agricultural crops.
11. Blasting is prohibited, between the hours of 1 p.m. and 8 p.m. Blasting is permitted at all other hours, if conducted in a cleared area and if a water supply is present.
More information may be obtained by calling Oregon Department of Forestry's South Cascade District office in Springfield, 541-726-3588.
The Salem Police Department's 25th Citizen Police Academy will begin on September 8th for a period of 13 weeks, ending December 8, 2010. Classes will be limited to 20 citizens and will involve Wednesday evening classes as well as three Saturday classes.
The goal of the Citizen Police Academy is to inform and educate citizens regarding police practices and services and to enhance the relationship between the police department and the community. Classes include: a session with Chief Jerry Moore; Traffic Stops; Defensive Tactics; SWAT Operations; Ethics and Drug House Investigations.
Successful applicants must be at least 18 years of age, have a valid driver's license, have no felony convictions, no misdemeanor arrests within 12 months prior to the Academy and must live or work within the City of Salem. The course is free, but to graduate, each student must attend at least 80% of the classes.
If you would like to be considered to attend the Academy, please contact Jennifer Graber, Salem Police Department at 588-6499 opt.1, or jgraber@cityofsalem.net and an application packet will be mailed to you. The deadline for completed applications is September 1, 2010, but applicants are encouraged to submit their applications early as spaces are filled on a first come, first served basis.
On July 20, 2010, at about 12:40pm, Corvallis Police officers responded to a reported attempted kidnapping in the 800 block of NE Conifer Blvd. The initial report received via 911 was of a non-custodial parent attempting to kidnap a child from a relative identified as Neil Killion. Killion was attempting to keep the child at the scene by pointing a handgun at the child's father, Kyle Willard. The father and a female friend, Cristy Nelson, put the one year child in their car and left the scene. No shots were fired and no one was injured.
Corvallis Police Officers responded and located all of the involved parties. The investigation revealed Willard had come to the park in the 800 block of NE Conifer Blvd. for a visitation arranged by the child's mother, Jennifer Thomsen. Killion took the child to the park in a stroller, at Thomsen's request; to meet with Willard. Killion took a backpack to the visitation at the park containing a loaded Taurus "Judge" revolver. The revolver was loaded with both 45 caliber ammunition and .410 gauge shotgun shells.
Once at the park, Killion, and the one-year-old child met with Willard and Nelson. After a few minutes Willard removed his child from a stroller and began putting her into his vehicle. Upon seeing Willard placing the child in his car, Killion removed the revolver from his backpack and pointed it at Willard and the child. He then called 911 to report Willard was attempting to kidnap the child. During this period of time Killion also pointed the revolver at Cristy Nelson, who stepped between Willard and Killion to shield Willard and the baby. Willard and Nelson were able to place the child into their car and leave the scene. They were located a short distance away after they too called 911.
At the conclusion of the investigation Killion was charged with multiple weapons offenses for his actions at the park. Killion was also carrying the revolver concealed in the backpack without a Concealed Carry Permit.
Killion was charged with:
ORS 166.220 Unlawful Use of a Weapon (2 counts)
ORS 166.190 Pointing a Firearm at Another (2 counts)
ORS 163.190 Menacing (2 counts)
ORS 166.250 Unlawful Possession of a Firearm
He was taken to the Benton County Jail where he was lodged. His bail is set at $77,000.
SAN FRANCISCO - Wells Fargo & Company (NYSE: WFC) reported diluted earnings per common share of $0.55 for second quarter 2010 compared with $0.45 for first quarter 2010 and $0.57 for second quarter 2009. Net income was $3.06 billion for second quarter 2010 compared with $2.55 billion in first quarter 2010 and $3.17 billion in second quarter 2009. For the six months ended June 30, 2010, the Company's net income was $5.6 billion, or $1.00 per share, compared with $6.2 billion, or $1.13 per share, a year ago.
"Over the course of the quarter, our 278,000 team members focused steadfastly on serving customers, generating strong earnings performance across our diverse lines of business and increasing market share across many of our businesses," said Chairman and CEO John Stumpf. "We also made strong progress in the successful integration of Wachovia. We have completed approximately half of the integration process, as we prepare to convert our eastern markets to Wells Fargo beginning in the fall.
"Wells Fargo's consistent business model and strong financial performance position us to serve a key role as our nation continues to recover from the recent financial crisis and regain its economic vibrancy and leadership. Having long supported a legal and regulatory environment that promotes consumer protections, financial reporting transparency and clarity, as well as prudent risk management, we support the general principles inherent in the financial reform bill, as they are consistent with how Wells Fargo operates. We remain concerned that some aspects of regulatory reform may have unintended negative impacts for America's financial system, consumers and businesses.
"Nevertheless, as this new chapter in financial services begins, we will remain true to our time-tested business model by deepening customer relationships, cross selling our array of financial products, increasing the number of accounts and providing superior customer service. We are encouraged by signs of continued improvement in the credit landscape. We remain confident about Wells Fargo's future and are optimistic about America's road to financial recovery."
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This is the Oregon Department of Forestry Daily Fire Update for Wednesday, July 21, 2010.
FIRES ON ODF-PROTECTED LANDS:
The 168-acre Pistol River Fire nine miles south of Gold Beach along Highway 101 was contained at 8 a.m. today. Ignited by a vehicle crash, the fire burned on both sides of the highway. Coos Forest Protective Association (CFPA) responded to the blaze, fielding two helicopters, one lead plane, four fire engines, two bulldozers and one water tender. A large structural firefighting force was also on scene to protect commercial properties threatened by the fire. Today two inmate crews, and CFPA resources including four fire engines and a water tender remain at the site performing mop-up.
Breaking news about wildfires on lands protected by ODF can be found at: wildfireoregondeptofforestry.blogspot.com/.
OTHER FIRE INFORMATION:
For information on other ongoing wildfires in other jurisdictions within Oregon, go to the Northwest Interagency Coordination Center website, http://www.nwccweb.us/ and to the national Incident Information System website at http://www.inciweb.org/state/38.
ABOUT THIS UPDATE:
The Oregon Department of Forestry is responsible for fire protection on private and state-owned forestland, and on a limited amount of other forestlands, including those owned by the U.S. Bureau of Land Management in western Oregon. However, because fires starting on one ownership may spread to others, and because of the need to share firefighting resources, agencies commonly work together closely.
This update focuses primarily on firefighting activity on Oregon Department of Forestry-protected land, and on the department's role as a partner in fighting major fires that start on land protected by other agencies.
FIRE STATISTICS:
Fire statistics for the current year and the average over the past 10 years for the forestland protected by the Oregon Department of Forestry:
January 1, 2010 through today:
Lightning-caused fires: 32 fires burned approximately 79 acres
Human-caused fires: 157 fires burned approximately 289 acres
Total: 189 fires have burned approximately 368 acres
10-year average (January 1 through the present date in the year):
Lightning-caused fires: 127 fires burned approximately 12,264 acres
Human-caused fires: 320 fires burned approximately 905 acres
Total: 447 fires burned approximately 13,169 acres
SAFETY TIPS
For firefighter safety tips, go to
http://www.nifc.gov/sixminutes/dsp_sixminutes.php
FIRE WEATHER
For current fire weather information, go to\
http://www.oregon.gov/ODF/FIRE/fire.shtml
WILDFIRE SMOKE FORECASTS
For current smoke information:
www.odf.state.or.us/DIVISIONS/protection/fire_protection/Daily/wfsmoke.htm
FIRE INFORMATION
News media may contact the Oregon Department of Forestry headquarters office for fire information, (503) 945-7200, weekdays during business hours. After business hours and on weekends, media may obtain fire info by calling pager (503) 370-0403. The duty officer will return media pages promptly.
WILDFIRE PREVENTION
Carelessness can destroy Oregon's beauty. Learn what you can do to prevent wildfires. Visit the Keep Oregon Green Association on the web at http://www.keeporegongreen.org/.
Oregon State Police (OSP) troopers are continuing the investigation into a Tuesday afternoon fatal traffic crash that killed a Brookings-area man, injured a commercial truck driver, and led to a several hour closure of Highway 101 south of Brookings due to a fire flamed by high winds that spread on both sides of the highway. ODOT's website www.tripcheck.com currently advises one lane is open for traffic with the use of a pilot vehicle.
Preliminary information from OSP Sergeant Scott Punch indicates on July 20, 2010 at approximately 1:45 p.m. a 2009 Toyota Scion driven by VINCENT JARAMILLO, age 33, from Brookings, was northbound on Highway 101 near milepost 331 when, for an unknown reason, it drifted into the southbound lane and collided with a 2010 Freightliner pulling two trailers. After impact, the commercial truck and trailers continued southbound about 200 yards then broke through the guardrail and tipped onto its side. The truck subsequently caught fire which spread into the nearby brush.
JARAMILLO was pronounced deceased at the scene.
The truck's driver, ALLEN HART, age 61, was transported to Curry General Hospital with minor injuries.
Fire personnel from Coos Forest Patrol, Gold Beach, Pistol, Ophir, and Cape Ferrello fire departments have been working together to control the fire. Questions regarding fire suppression efforts should be directed to the fire departments.
Cal-Or Life Flight and Curry County SO have been assisting at the scene.
No other information available at this time.
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Pacific Power will match concession profits with donation to the Oregon Burn Center
Editor's Note: Three journeyman linemen from Pacific Power's Albany service center will be competing Saturday -Brian Baughman, Andy Johnson and Brent Taggart. Also competing with be Chris Franklin, lineman apprentice, Albany.
GRESHAM, Ore. - Ever climb up a power pole and all the back way down while holding a raw egg-and not breaking it? Come watch some guys do that in a record time, racing the clock.
That's just one of the events at the 17th annual Lineman Rodeo set for Saturday, July 24, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., at the PGE Linneman Station, 3450 W. Powell Blvd., Gresham. Parking and admission are free; concession stands will sell cool refreshments and food.
The opening ceremony for this year's event takes place at 8 a.m. While the competition kicks off around 9 a.m., you'll find most of the hottest action taking place between 10 a.m. and 1 p.m.
"There are the things linemen do every day in their commitment to keeping your lights on and making sure the electrical system is safe and reliable," said Bill Eaquinto, vice president of operations. "At Pacific Power, we've been doing that for customers for100 years. The tools may differ over the decades, but the dedication to our customers is just as strong."
Events like the raw egg climb are fun, but the 80-plus linemen taking part in this year's competition are serious about safety and keeping their skills sharp. The event draws linemen from Oregon, Washington, Idaho and other western states. Pacific Power, Portland General Electric, IBEW Local 125, IBEW Local 659 and Clark Public Utilities sponsor the event, considered one of the most challenging lineman rodeos in the country.
Pacific Power crews and apprentice linemen competing this year come from Roseburg, Albany and Klamath Falls.
"One of the great things about this event is that it gives you an appreciation for the kind of work linemen do," added Eaquinto. "These guys are pretty competitive, so pick your favorite. It's loads of fun to watch."
While competitions for linemen and apprentices take top billing at this event, the rodeo offers lots of fun for the whole family. Highlights this year include a women's pole climb (open to non-linemen), face painting, coin scramble for children, door prizes and a visit from a Life Flight helicopter.
Contestants are judged by the following criteria: safety; work practice; neatness and ability; equipment handling, and timely competition of the event (used only as a tie-breaker). Results are announced after the conclusion of the last events, at approximately 4 p.m. Winners can compete in mid-October at the International Lineman's Rodeo in Bonner Springs, Kansas.
Pacific Power will donate an amount matching concession profits to the Oregon Burn Center. Through this effort and others, Pacific Power and the Pacific Power Foundation have given the center and Emanuel Medical Center Foundation more than $300,000 since 1989, and employees have contributed countless volunteer hours.
For more information, visit www.PNWLinemanRodeo.com.
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About Pacific Power
In 2010, Pacific Power celebrates 100 years serving customers and communities. From our beginnings -- serving 7,000 customers in four Northwest communities -- Pacific Power now provides electric service to more than 733,000 customers in Oregon, Washington and California. Our goal is to provide our customers with value for their energy dollar, and safe, reliable electricity, for another 100 years. Pacific Power is part of PacifiCorp, one of the lowest-cost electricity producers in the United States, with 1.7 million customers in six western states. For more information, visit www.pacificpower.net.
MONMOUTH - Summer Orientation Advising and Registration (SOAR) at Western Oregon University has achieved record attendance numbers this year and high registration for the last SOAR event for the coming academic year on Saturday, July 24. SOAR is a program to prepare admitted freshman to start their college career at WOU.
Students attending SOAR take the math placement test, attend academic advising with faculty, complete the registration process for fall term courses, learn about valuable campus resources and receive their student ID cards. The agenda also includes small group activities with WOU student orientation leaders and lunch at Valsetz Dining Hall.
The program's philosophy ensures that new students will start their first weeks at WOU feeling comfortable with their classes, peers, the campus and the resources it has to offer. A trained staff of WOU students and faculty will be on hand to answer any questions that may arise regarding the college experience. SOAR also includes a program designed to address questions that parents and guests may have about their student's adjustment to life at Western Oregon University.
To register for SOAR, please contact the Office of Admissions toll free at 1-877-877-1593 (ext. 1) or e-mail wolfgram@wou.edu
MONMOUTH - Karen Sullivan-Vance, director of the Academic Advising and Learning Center (AALC) at Western Oregon University, has been named the 2010 recipient of the Gail Rola Memorial Award from the National Academic Advising Association (NACADA). Sullivan-Vance was also selected as an Outstanding Advising Award Winner in the advising administrator category in May. The Gail Rola Memorial Award recipient is chosen from that group of award winners.
The recipient of this award demonstrates a passion for advising, empathy in working with students and advisors, and the potential impact on the larger field of advising through the individual's leadership. This award was created by advising colleagues to honor and celebrate the life of Gail Rola, a former advising administrator at the University of North Texas, who led with passion and creativity.
Sullivan-Vance has been with WOU for nearly five years. She has an exemplary career in advising and has been heavily involved with NACADA, including serving as the past Region 8 Chair, Conference Chair for Portland 2005, Honolulu 2006, and Seattle 2010. She earned her master's in education from Oregon State University and is currently working on her Ed.D. in educational leadership at Portland State University. She publishes on issues surrounded advising, students at risk and theory. In 2009 she was awarded a Dedicated Service Award from her advising colleagues in Region 8 of NACADA.
"I am stunned and feel such gratitude to receive the Gail Rola Memorial Award. To be recognized by my colleagues for leading with passion and creativity is an incredible honor and one I shall cherish," said Sullivan-Vance, who will be presented with the award in Orlando this fall during the annual NACADA conference.
Associate Provost David McDonald is equally thrilled about the recognition, "Effective and readily available academic advising is something that distinguishes those universities that are truly committed to student success. Karen Sullivan-Vance has helped the university to increase its advising effectiveness to the benefits of all students. She is a leader and role-model at WOU and nationally."
In 2008, NACADA honored Dr. Michael LeMaster, an assistant professor of biology, as an Outstanding Faculty Advisor, and both Tamie Saffell (assistant director of AALC) and Bobbi Weber (an adviser in AALC) received recognition as Outstanding Academic Advisors. In 2009, music professor Dr. Kevin Walczyk received the Certificate of Merit for Outstanding Faculty Advisor. In addition to Sullivan-Vance, Dr. Marita Cardinal was given a Certificate of Merit for Outstanding Faculty Advisor in 2010.
NACADA was created in 1979 to promote quality academic advising and professional development of its membership to ensure the educational development of students and is the leader within the global education community for the theory, delivery, application and advancement of academic advising to enhance student learning and development. The organization has grown to over 11,000 members in the United States, Canada and Puerto Rico. Established in 1982, the National Awards Program for Academic Advising honors individuals and institutions making significant contributions to the improvement of academic advising.
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Two men were arrested by Oregon State Police (OSP) early Tuesday morning after more than 100 pounds of marijuana was found concealed in a pickup during a traffic stop on Interstate 5 in the Medford area.
According to OSP Sergeant Tanya Henderson, on July 20, 2010 at approximately 4:38 a.m. an OSP trooper stopped a 2005 GMC pickup displaying California license plates northbound on Interstate 5 near milepost 32 for a speed violation. The two occupants were identified as driver JUAN CARLOS TINOCO-CARRANZA, age 25, from Tacoma, Washington, and passenger EUSTAQUIO GARCIA-GARCIA, age 23, from Brentwood, California.
Subsequent investigation during the traffic stop led to the discovery and seizure of approximately 102 lbs. of marijuana concealed under a blanket in the pickup's back seat. Estimated value of the seized marijuana is over $250,000.
Both men were arrested and lodged in the Jackson County Jail for Unlawful Possession, Distribution and Manufacture of a Controlled Substance - Marijuana. The Jackson County Sheriff's Office jail website also reflects ICE holds on both men.
OSP Drug Enforcement Section is continuing the investigation.
Photograph Sources:
Marijuana - OSP
Suspect Photos - Jackson County Sheriff's Office
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A Special meeting of the North Bend School District #13 Board of Directors will be held Tuesday, July 27, 2010, 12:00 p.m., in the North Bend School District Office, 1913 Meade Street, North Bend, OR.
Agenda
1. CALL TO ORDER, ROLL CALL
2. AWARD OF BID FOR NORTH BAY ROOF REPAIR
3. EXECUTIVE SESSION
An Executive Session will be held for the purpose of consulting with counsel concerning the legal rights and duties of a public body with regard to current litigation or litigation likely to be filed pursuant to ORS 192.660(2)(h).
Representatives of the news media and designated staff shall/shall not* be allowed to attend. All other members of the audience are asked to leave the room. Representatives of the news media are specifically directed not to report on any of the deliberations during the executive session, except to state the general subject of the session as previously announced. No decision may be made in executive session, except for a student expulsion. At the end of the executive session, we will return to open session.
*"Shall not" refers to the four exceptions: student expulsions, consultation with labor negotiators, discussing student medical or educational records, and cases in which they or their media organization are involved in litigation with the district that will be discussed during the executive session.
4. RETURN TO OPEN SESSION
5. ADJOURN
On Monday, July 19, the Oregon Pacific Chapter of the American Red Cross responded to a multi-unit fire at the Saddle Butte Apartments, 101 Village Road, in Winchester, OR.
Red Cross volunteers assisted six residents with food, clothes and lodging. Other residents were able to secure lodging with friends and family or in other units of the complex, as arranged by the landlord. The Red Cross stands ready to assist other Saddle Butte residents who may come forward, including those who were on vacation at the time of the fire.
Oregon State Police (OSP) has been notified that the 70-year old Camas Valley woman critically injured Monday morning in a single vehicle crash on Highway 42 about four miles west of Winston died before being transported to a Portland-area hospital. OSP troopers from the Roseburg Area Command office are continuing the investigation.
According to OSP Lieutenant Doug Ladd, on July 19, 2010 at approximately 10:50 a.m. a 1976 Chevrolet van driven by ADELLA J. HOOD, age 70, from Camas Valley, was eastbound on Highway 42 near milepost 68 in the area of Hoover Hill Road. For unknown reasons, the van traveled off the south side of the highway and up an embankment. HOOD was ejected from the van and she came to rest several feet away. The van did not roll.
HOOD was not using safety restraints and investigating troopers noted the driver's door appeared to not be properly secured as it was held in place by a bungee cord. She was critically injured and reportedly died before being transported to a Portland-area hospital.
The names of two injured passengers in the van are now available. They are identified as GERALD MANNY, age 39, and BRANDEN MENDENHALL, age 23, both from Camas Valley. Both received minor injuries and were treated at the scene.
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Rising wildfire danger has prompted the Oregon Department of Forestry's (ODF) Central Oregon District to institute a Regulated-Use Closure starting at 6 a.m. on Wednesday, July 21. All lands protected by the district will be placed under heightened fire safety restrictions at that time, including forestland within one-eighth mile of the district boundary.
"We are approaching a period of serious wildfire risk," said Central Oregon District Forester George Ponte. "The moderating effect of the wet spring has finally diminished with the continued dry and hot weather. Restrictions have been set to prevent the start of any human-caused fires."
Limiting human-caused fires within the Central Oregon District is the objective of the closure, which includes the following restrictions:
- Smoking is prohibited while traveling, except in vehicles on improved roads.
- Open fires are prohibited, including campfires that are not in designated areas (designated areas are those that have been inspected; generally contain fire grates and are signed as such), charcoal fires, cooking fires and warming fires. Portable cooking stoves using liquefied or bottled fuels are allowed. Open fires are allowed if conducted in compliance with a valid Burning Permit issued under special circumstances by Oregon Department of Forestry.
- Chainsaw use is prohibited between the hours of 1 p.m. and 8 p.m. Chainsaw use is permitted at all other hours, if the following firefighting equipment is present with each operating saw: one ax, one shovel and one operational 8 oz. or larger fire extinguisher. In addition, a fire watch is required for at least one hour following the use of each chainsaw.
- Cutting, grinding and welding of metal is prohibited between the hours of 1 p.m. and 8 p.m. Cutting, grinding and welding of metal is permitted at all other hours, if conducted in a cleared area and if a water supply is present.
- Mowing of grass with power driven equipment is prohibited between the hours of 10 a.m. and 8 p.m., except for the commercial culture and harvest of agricultural crops.
- Use of all motorized vehicles is prohibited, including motorcycles and all-terrain vehicles, except on improved roads or for the commercial culture and harvest of agricultural crops. All-terrain vehicles and motorcycles must be equipped with an approved spark arrestor.
- Possession of firefighting equipment is required while traveling in a motorized vehicle, except on federal and state highways, county roads and driveways. Required firefighting equipment includes: one shovel and one gallon of water, or one operational 2-1/2 pound or larger fire extinguisher.
- Use of fireworks is prohibited. Blasting is prohibited.
- Electric fence controllers shall be listed by a nationally recognized testing laboratory or certified by Department of Consumer and Business Services and must be operated per manufacturer's instructions.
For more information, visit the Oregon Department of Forestry website at: www.oregon.gov/ODF/FIELD/COD/aboutus.shtml or contact the local ODF unit office in Central Oregon District:
Prineville Unit, 541-447-5658
John Day Unit, 541-575-1139
The Dalles Unit, 541-296-4626
Please check restrictions before conducting activity on any land.
The Central Oregon District provides wildfire protection to 12 counties including: Harney, Morrow, Grant, Wheeler, Gilliam, Umatilla, Hood River, Wasco, Deschutes, Crook, Jefferson and Lake.
Oregon State Police (OSP) troopers from the Roseburg Area Command office are continuing the investigation into Monday morning's fatal traffic crash just west of Winston that resulted in the death of one person and serious injuries to two others. The names of the two people from Riddle in the vehicle occupied by the victim are being released.
According to OSP Lieutenant Doug Ladd, on July 19, 2010 at approximately 10:30 a.m. a Toyota pickup driven by JESSE W. JAMES, age 23, from Riddle, was northbound on Brockway Road when, according to witnesses, it failed to stop for a stop sign at the intersection with Highway 42. A westbound dump truck driven by DUDLEY L. LENHART, age 58, from Tenmile, crashed into the passenger side of the pickup. After impact, the dump truck veered off the road, striking an ODOT message board and then into a pasture on the north side of Highway 42 where it overturned onto its side.
KAILA L. BOYER, age 22, from Riddle, the pickup's passenger, was pronounced deceased at the scene.
JAMES was transported by air to Legacy Emanuel Hospital in Portland with critical injuries.
Both pickup occupants were using safety restraints.
LENHART was transported by ambulance to Sacred Heart Medical Center at RiverBend with serious injuries. Safety restraints use is pending investigation confirmation.
OSP troopers and a crash reconstructionist are continuing the investigation. Highway 42 west of Winston will remain closed but a detour is in place. OSP was assisted by ODOT, Winston Police Department, Douglas County Sheriff's Office, and Winston-Dillard Fire Department.
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On October 21, 2009, Corvallis Police Department Investigators received a complaint from a citizen alleging someone had asked them to burglarize a South Corvallis residence and kidnap an occupant. The citizen told investigators the suspect had contacted them through the "Craigslist" website. Investigators were able to identify Mari Teresa Veronica "Tes" Price as the sender of the online solicitation.
As the investigation progressed, detectives assigned to the Street Crimes Unit identified a second individual who had been approached in person by Price. This second person was also solicited by Price to commit a residential burglary and kidnapping. Both attempts targeted Price's estranged husband.
Corvallis Police Detectives obtained an arrest warrant for Price. Detectives located and arrested Price at a bus stop at the intersection of SE Rivergreen Avenue and SE Midvale Drive on the afternoon of Thursday, July 15, 2010. Price was arrested without incident and transported to the Benton County Correctional Facility. She is lodged on $250,000 bail.
Price is charged in Benton County Circuit Court with the following crimes:
SOLICITATION OF BURGLARY IN THE FIRST DEGREE (O.R.S. 164.225 - Class B Felony) - 2 Counts
SOLICITATION OF KIDNAPING IN THE FIRST DEGREE (O.R.S. 163.235 - Class B Felony) - 2 Counts
SOLICITATION OF ASSAULT IN THE SECOND DEGREE (O.R.S. 163.175 - Class C Felony)
SOLICITATION OF ASSAULT IN THE THIRD DEGREE (O.R.S. 163.165 - Class A Misdemeanor)
SOLICITATION OF MENACING (O.R.S. 163.190 - Class B Misdemeanor) - 2 Counts