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KVAL - Eugene, OR : South Lane Fire may ask voters for more money | Local & Regional News for Eugene, Springfield Oregon

Tue, 10 Jul 2012 21:23:15 +0000

Cuts to fire service, depending how deep, CAN affect the fire districts ISO rating which can also affect fire insurance premiums. This in turn affects the cost of doing business in a given area and is something companies look at before locating there.

KATU - Portland, OR : Oregon\'s US Attorney: Traffickers infiltrate medical pot | Local & Regional | KATU.com - Portland N

Mon, 21 May 2012 22:06:07 +0000

Goodness! poorkitty indeed! Such hiss and vinegar! Marijuana DOES meet the schedule 1 criteria despite it not being a narcotic. "Schedule I, n a category of drugs not considered legitimate for medical use. Included are heroin, lysergic acid diethylamide (LSD), and marijuana.". http://medical-dictionary.thefreedictionary.com/S... Increased potency? Even these guys will tell you it exists, and they did the work with researchers, growers, and medical cannabis buyers' clubs, with support from California NORML: http://www.maps.org/news-letters/v09n3/09320gie.h... If you want first hand user testimony, just ask an old hippie who owns a head shop or hydroponics store. Potency factors are the variety of pot, how it's grown, and when it's harvested. The Mexican variety is typically stronger. Finally, in following your logic regarding legalization to remove the criminal element, should we then legalize ID theft to remove THAT criminal element. Poorkitty, indeed.

KATU - Portland, OR : Tip from hospital leads deputies to huge pot grow and \'store\' | Local & Regional | KATU.com - Port

Sun, 20 May 2012 03:46:52 +0000

That would be the Obama administration and culture of corruption. NO ONE before him has done more to undermine and negate the rule of law in just 3 short years. If you voted for Obama to prove you're not a "racist", PLEASE vote for someone else to prove you're not an IDIOT.

KATU - Portland, OR : Tip from hospital leads deputies to huge pot grow and \'store\' | Local & Regional | KATU.com - Port

Sun, 20 May 2012 03:39:11 +0000

The cartels will NOT go out of business. They may even muscle in to control the "business". After all, THEY illegally have guns to protect their interests and you don't...right? No? That firearm IS cleared and you DO have the proper permit(s)? An unsecured border will not keep any of them out of our forests (much less legalization of pot OR illegals) and neither will Americans who WILL NOT do the appointed job upholding the rule of existing federal law.

KATU - Portland, OR : Tip from hospital leads deputies to huge pot grow and \'store\' | Local & Regional | KATU.com - Port

Sun, 20 May 2012 03:25:50 +0000

If I'm right on many points...which critical ones was I wrong on? Thank you for at least trying to consider my comment My point is there is an alternative with the benefits of THC without the collateral damage of corruption, deceit, home invasions, and greater carcinogenic risk that has been medical marijuana. Those social ills and aren't driven by the fact it's a Schedule I controlled substance. Corruption, deceit , and home invasion robberies are about criminal intent. The social fallout of legalization would certainly not be worth it.

KATU - Portland, OR : Oregon\'s US Attorney: Traffickers infiltrate medical pot | Local & Regional | KATU.com - Portland N

Sun, 20 May 2012 01:42:22 +0000

Totally false? You mean the AMA and the others are part of a "right wing conspiracy"? I'm glad your Doctor is ecstatic. Does he practice at the local dispensary? Step away from the bong and let your head clear long enough to comprehend. The use of Marinol doesn't require the use of a justly classified Schedule I controlled substance. There is an alternative without the collateral damage of corruption, deceit, home invasions, and greater carcinogenic risk that is the medical marijuana culture. And you may want to see this regarding addiction but then in light of your "enlightened open-mindedness", you probably DON'T. :http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cannabis_dependence The 60's are over. The research has been done and a better alternative is available. Now you just look stoned.

KATU - Portland, OR : Oregon\'s US Attorney: Traffickers infiltrate medical pot | Local & Regional | KATU.com - Portland N

Sat, 19 May 2012 21:24:22 +0000

Marijuana is Not An Accepted Remedy, and There Are Substitutes 4/26/08|Duluth News Tribune| by James C. Backstrom - Duluth News Tribune "While Minnesota’s law enforcement leaders have compassion and sympathy for persons suffering from serious diseases and afflictions, we strongly oppose the adoption of a law legalizing marijuana for medical purposes for many reasons. First, marijuana is not an accepted medicine. Marijuana remains classified as a Schedule I controlled substance, which is illegal to possess or sell under federal and state law. Schedule I includes substances that have a high potential for abuse and the lack of any accepted medical use. Additionally, the use of smoked marijuana has been rejected by the American Medical Association and, perhaps even more importantly, by the major medical organizations representing the groups of patients proponents say need it the most, such as the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, the American Academy of Ophthalmology and the American Cancer Society. What the proponents of this ill-advised proposal don’t want the public to know is that there are many medical substitutes that have gone through the necessary and rigorous testing procedures of the Food and Drug Administration to ensure safety for patients suffering from cancer and other serious debilitating diseases. In fact, there already exists a legalized form of “medical marijuana” in America. It’s called Marinol, and it can deliver accurate and safe dosages of THC (the most active ingredient of marijuana) to patients in the form of a pill. (It also is currently being studied for suitability by other delivery methods, such as an inhaler or patch, for those too nauseous from illness to take pills.) More than 20 other FDA-approved medications exist for persons suffering from cancer (including the side effects of chemotherapy), glaucoma, multiple sclerosis and other serious ailments. Unlike other FDA-approved drugs, the potency or THC strength of marijuana (which has increased significantly in recent decades) cannot be regulated or monitored. No drug in America, by the way, is approved for delivery to a person through smoking, for obvious health-related reasons. Because marijuana will remain illegal to possess under federal law, legalizing it for medical purposes will place Minnesota law enforcement officers in an untenable position when attempting to enforce the criminal law. Testimony last year by the bill’s authors and supporters referred to it as a 'tightly crafted' proposal that would impact only 150-200 sick and dying persons in Minnesota. Nothing could be further from the truth. This proposal would allow 'registered organizations' to grow 12 marijuana plants for an unlimited number of 'patients.' Each plant can produce 1-2 pounds of marijuana, and many plants can produce four yields a year. One ounce of marijuana can produce up to 23 joints; one pound could produce 448 joints; and 8 pounds could produce 3,600 joints. If this proposal becomes law, these 'registered organizations' will be producing large quantities of 'medical' marijuana which will make them easy and likely targets for theft. As to the number of patients likely to use marijuana under this proposal, one need only check the statistics of the state of Oregon, which enacted a virtually identical law to that proposed in Minnesota. As of April 1, (2008) 16,635 persons have been issued medical marijuana cards in Oregon, 14,599 of whom were authorized to use it for 'severe pain.' This is hardly a small number of seriously ill and dying persons. For all these reasons, Minnesota’s law enforcement leaders strongly oppose the adoption of a law legalizing marijuana for medical purposes." In light of these facts, the whole medical pot agenda is rife with deceit and corruption. I wouldn't count on ANY of these guys to honestly report production and pay taxes after legalization than I would the Mexican cartels who have grows on remote public and private land NOW. Nor would I trust any politician who won't enforce the rule of law.

KATU - Portland, OR : Tip from hospital leads deputies to huge pot grow and \'store\' | Local & Regional | KATU.com - Port

Thu, 17 May 2012 20:41:09 +0000

Marijuana is Not An Accepted Remedy, and There Are Substitutes 4/26/08|Duluth News Tribune| by James C. Backstrom - Duluth News Tribune "While Minnesota’s law enforcement leaders have compassion and sympathy for persons suffering from serious diseases and afflictions, we strongly oppose the adoption of a law legalizing marijuana for medical purposes for many reasons. First, marijuana is not an accepted medicine. Marijuana remains classified as a Schedule I controlled substance, which is illegal to possess or sell under federal and state law. Schedule I includes substances that have a high potential for abuse and the lack of any accepted medical use. Additionally, the use of smoked marijuana has been rejected by the American Medical Association and, perhaps even more importantly, by the major medical organizations representing the groups of patients proponents say need it the most, such as the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, the American Academy of Ophthalmology and the American Cancer Society. What the proponents of this ill-advised proposal don’t want the public to know is that there are many medical substitutes that have gone through the necessary and rigorous testing procedures of the Food and Drug Administration to ensure safety for patients suffering from cancer and other serious debilitating diseases. In fact, there already exists a legalized form of “medical marijuana” in America. It’s called Marinol, and it can deliver accurate and safe dosages of THC (the most active ingredient of marijuana) to patients in the form of a pill. (It also is currently being studied for suitability by other delivery methods, such as an inhaler or patch, for those too nauseous from illness to take pills.) More than 20 other FDA-approved medications exist for persons suffering from cancer (including the side effects of chemotherapy), glaucoma, multiple sclerosis and other serious ailments. Unlike other FDA-approved drugs, the potency or THC strength of marijuana (which has increased significantly in recent decades) cannot be regulated or monitored. No drug in America, by the way, is approved for delivery to a person through smoking, for obvious health-related reasons. Because marijuana will remain illegal to possess under federal law, legalizing it for medical purposes will place Minnesota law enforcement officers in an untenable position when attempting to enforce the criminal law. Testimony last year by the bill’s authors and supporters referred to it as a 'tightly crafted' proposal that would impact only 150-200 sick and dying persons in Minnesota. Nothing could be further from the truth. This proposal would allow 'registered organizations' to grow 12 marijuana plants for an unlimited number of 'patients.' Each plant can produce 1-2 pounds of marijuana, and many plants can produce four yields a year. One ounce of marijuana can produce up to 23 joints; one pound could produce 448 joints; and 8 pounds could produce 3,600 joints. If this proposal becomes law, these 'registered organizations' will be producing large quantities of 'medical' marijuana which will make them easy and likely targets for theft. As to the number of patients likely to use marijuana under this proposal, one need only check the statistics of the state of Oregon, which enacted a virtually identical law to that proposed in Minnesota. As of April 1, (2008) 16,635 persons have been issued medical marijuana cards in Oregon, 14,599 of whom were authorized to use it for 'severe pain.' This is hardly a small number of seriously ill and dying persons. For all these reasons, Minnesota’s law enforcement leaders strongly oppose the adoption of a law legalizing marijuana for medical purposes." In light of these facts, the whole medical pot agenda is rife with deceit and corruption. I wouldn't count on these guys to honestly report production and pay taxes after legalization than I would the Mexican cartels who have grows on remote public and private land NOW. Nor would I trust any politician who won't enforce the rule of law.

KATU - Portland, OR : Beaverton church sues family after they criticize it online | Local & Regional | KATU.com - Portland

Sat, 12 May 2012 20:31:16 +0000

Apparently the pastor and church board has not only forgotten that shepherds are not supposed to beat the sheep, but 1 Corinthians 6:1-8 as well. 6 "When one of you has a grievance against another, does he dare go to law before the unrighteous instead of the saints? 2 Or do you not know that the saints will judge the world? And if the world is to be judged by you, are you incompetent to try trivial cases? 3 Do you not know that we are to judge angels? How much more, then, matters pertaining to this life! 4 So if you have such cases, why do you lay them before those who have no standing in the church? 5 I say this to your shame. Can it be that there is no one among you wise enough to settle a dispute between the brothers, 6 but brother goes to law against brother, and that before unbelievers? 7 To have lawsuits at all with one another is already a defeat for you. Why not rather suffer wrong? Why not rather be defrauded? 8 But you yourselves wrong and defraud—even your own brothers![a]" Sorry for your hurt in this scenario Julie Anne. I went through something similar years ago. I was part of a para-church ministry that had a hierarchy and authoritarian shepherding focus that proclaimed some to be "apostles", "prophets" and the rest of what they called the "5 fold ministries or offices". If you see something like this, then run fast enough to create a sonic boom. Also avoid the ones who are more about propagating and preserving a denominational culture ("old fashioned revival/camp meetings", anyone?) instead of truly knowing God's Word, loving Jesus, and the world around them. "Signs and wonders" for their own sake, manifestations, and charis-mania circuses are just that...a side show circus with nothing genuine or lasting. Too often they take instead of give. Replaying their "glorious" history is NOT looking or moving forward. Reminds me of Luke 9:62 "Jesus replied, 'No one who puts his hand to the plow and looks back is fit for service in the kingdom of God.'" Looking back while plowing produced some crooked rows in the field but "looking back" in this context was considering a return to the old life of sin. Also, DON'T rely on ANYTHING on TBN for spiritual nourishment or wisdom. There's a lot of "wolves" in sheep's clothing on there, i.e., Benny Hinn and others. It's all a part the last days prophecies of false teachers. I've always heard good things about Calvary Chapels that teach the Bible in a thorough expository manner as opposed to topical fluff with proof texts. I hope you can get plugged in somewhere good, get spiritually fed and healed, and continue to produce good things from it.

KATU - Portland, OR : Three-alarm fire burning at Woodburn HS | Local & Regional | KATU.com - Portland News, Sports, Traff

Sat, 12 May 2012 00:09:57 +0000

In Marion County, as in many others, there are mutual aid agreements between the fire services and pre-fire plans that are put into motion for scenarios like this one. Years ago, all the fire agencies in that county except 3 operated on a single mutual aid radio frequency. Thing are MUCH busier today and most everyone has mult-channel capability. There is typically a designated county fire chief who becomes involved at about the four alarm or greater stage (depending on the size of the dept. who has the fire) who can bring in additional resources as needed and direct the suppression effort. Fox12 said that 16 different agencies responded to this. Not all would be at the fire scene but some would do move ups to responding stations who are now empty and provide coverage. As for my previous comment, Woodburn Fire District protects the city and the outlying areas. Last I knew, their Gervais station was not being operated for lack of volunteers but I hope that has changed. From your description, it sounds like equipment came in from Wash. and Clackamas Counties. Good call. Later we'll probably know if Polk and Yamhill Counties were responding as well. I'm very glad no one was injured. From the video, it appears the sprinkler system did its job and limited the fire spread.

KATU - Portland, OR : Three-alarm fire burning at Woodburn HS | Local & Regional | KATU.com - Portland News, Sports, Traff

Fri, 11 May 2012 17:48:35 +0000

This is not being handled by Woodburn Fire Dept. In 1984, an election was held and voters chose to annex the city fire department into the rural fire protection district. In 1987, the city of Gervais was added to the district, rounding out its current service area. http://woodburnfire.com/ This fire is indeed a loss for WHS. It's hard enough to fund education let alone rebuild even with insurance money.

KATU - Portland, OR : Couple held hostage for hours in terrifying Wash. home invasion | Local & Regional | KATU.com - Port

Fri, 11 May 2012 16:50:15 +0000

Amen!

KATU - Portland, OR : Couple held hostage for hours in terrifying Wash. home invasion | Local & Regional | KATU.com - Port

Fri, 11 May 2012 16:49:11 +0000

I'd interested to know if the gang signs were of MS13, the most violent, brutal, and dangerous gang in the U.S.

KATU - Portland, OR : Couple held hostage for hours in terrifying Wash. home invasion | Local & Regional | KATU.com - Port

Fri, 11 May 2012 16:44:46 +0000

Some media won't report those facts even if they have them. If the crooks are of a "minority", then it would be "racist" to make descriptions known. Activist interns have been known to omit stuff like this and there is a push from the journalism/media depts. of some liberal colleges for students and grads to create that kind of spin. Some media use the excuse of trying to prevent a racial backlash against the suspects race, kinda like a form of social engineering...like we're all a bunch of knuckle draggers who need to be controlled. The only real threat to that is when people call them out on it and it begins to erode that media's credibility. Do a Goggle search for other publications of the story that are fully complete. And if another outlet makes those descriptions and other important details available, be sure to post them on offending media's site. So people, if you think you're seeing this kind of omission happening...bellyache loud, long, and hard and make it known that you believe those omissions are a threat to public safety and facilitate an easy escape for the crooks involved. BTW, the best kind of urban renewal is a law abiding armed citizen who is properly trained. You can find better firearms training than police and military get by visiting frontsight.com. Their student background checks are very thorough and you can get a CCP good in over 30 states through them. Some programs even offer a FREE weapon.

KATU - Portland, OR : \'Most wanted\' mystery man nabbed in Portland had $1M in cash | Local & Regional | KATU.com - Portl

Fri, 4 May 2012 01:56:25 +0000

Holy crap! How long has this guy been at this? A MILLION bucks??? You'd think he was involved in the cartel drug trade.

KATU - Portland, OR : Police: Two men stole more than $8,000 in jeans from Nordstrom | Local & Regional | KATU.com - Portl

Wed, 25 Apr 2012 03:09:17 +0000

WHAT??? The images weren't "corrupted"??? Maybe these fools are the wrong race for a technical problem like that to occur. But these two aspiring future felons may as well turn themselves in. The pictures are so clear they should've turned and smiled for the camera.

KATU - Portland, OR : Salem man charged with rape after attacking woman in laundry room | Local & Regional | KATU.com - Po

Wed, 25 Apr 2012 03:00:53 +0000

I know that area. Went to Chemeketa Comm. College years ago. Somehow this incident doesn't surprise me.

KATU - Portland, OR : Mattress World is back under new name, former owner apologizes | Local & Regional | KATU.com - Portl

Wed, 18 Apr 2012 19:33:38 +0000

I used to know one of their former accountants. After the SSS acquisition, it became clear Tom Peterson's was circling the drain big time. She got out of there before it went bankrupt.

KATU - Portland, OR : Two arrested in armed robbery, police find replica gun | Local & Regional | KATU.com - Portland News

Fri, 13 Apr 2012 07:26:36 +0000

I guess activist interns don't check for an ICE hold or include that info if it's available. Is this guy here "just to make a better life"? Don't look like it. And why micro manage the smoke when you can put out the fire? Don't ban fake guns OR real ones and leave law abiding citizens defenseless. Just enforce federal immigration law, secure the border, vote out the Dem and RINO crooks who pander to cheap labor interests, and work to get the 50-state Mandatory E-Verify Law passed which is H.R.2885 - the "Legal Workforce Act". Find out what immigration enforcement would look like with H.R. 2885 enacted by putting it in the search engine at numbersusa.com and click the state you're interested in.

KATU - Portland, OR : Police arrest driver of stolen car after chase | Local & Regional | KATU.com - Portland News, Sports

Sun, 25 Dec 2011 19:53:23 +0000

You won't typically find that info. on local news media sites. Oregonians For Immigration Reform is a good resource and will most likely send out an email alert soon stating if an ICE hold is in place (oregonir.org). It may be that Fast Eddie is also gang affiliated. It's "racist" for allegedly "objective" news media to report any of that information, you know. So is supporting the rule of law that will end immigration corruption and illegal hiring enforcement is considered to be "anti-employer". After all, shouldn't dishonest Oregon businesses be able to "thrive" by hiring illegal aliens to depress wages, dodge taxes, and defraud American workers. The Coalition for a Working Oregon (CWO) thinks so! Check your candidates donor list against the CWO membership list at oregoncanwork.org to see if an industrial or business association member of the CWO is $upporting that candidate's campaign. And be sure to thank Jeff Merkley, Ron Widen, Earl Blumenauer, Speaker of the Oregon House of Rep. Dave Hunt(D-Gladstone) and Newt Gingrich for their work on behalf of illegal aliens. And let's not forget "Juan" McCain(RINO-AZ).