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U of O vs. U P @ Volcanoes Stadium

2012-03-12T08:32:00.002-07:00

UNIVERSITY OF OREGON

AND UNIVERSITY OF PORTLAND

TO PLAY

AT VOLCANOES STADIUM

The Salem-Keizer Volcanoes are pleased to announce the University of Oregon Ducks and the University of Portland Pilots will play a 9 inning, non-league game at Volcanoes Stadium on Wednesday, April 18th, with the first pitch at 6:30pm, gates will open at 5:00pm

Both teams have started the 2012 season red hot with the Ducks winning seven games in a row, on the road, after losing their season opener to Hawaii in Honolulu, and currently are 7-1, and ranked 10th in the nation. After winning three of their four games in Hawaii, they traveled to Nashville to beat Belmont, and then swept Vanderbilt, who was ranked 10th to start the season, in a three-game series. The Ducks have scored 61 runs in their eight games, and are led by Freshman infielder, Scott Heineman, batting .478 with 1 home run. Sophomore pitcher Brando Tessar is 2-0 in his first two starts. 2007 McNary High School graduate, infielder Kevin Shepherd, is on the Ducks squad.

The Pilots are 5-0, and off to one of their best season starts. Starting their season in Beaumont, Texas, they beat Stephen F. Austin 11-0 and 10-5. Returning home, they beat Concordia 11-4, and Creighton, of Omaha, Nebraska, 3-2 and 5-3. The Pilots are led by Senior infielder Kris Kauppila batting .476 with two home runs, and Senior catcher, Ben Grubb batting .438 with one home run. The Pilots have won six of the ten games against the Ducks since baseball was reinstated at the University of Oregon in 2009.

Salem-Keizer Volcanoes President and General Manager Jerry Walker said, “We are always excited when we get two great Oregon universities playing at Volcanoes Stadium. It will be tremendous baseball for our mid-Willamette Valley fans, and we urge fans to get their tickets early as this game is surely to be sold out”. The last time the Ducks played at Volcanoes Stadium, against the Oregon State Beavers, the game was sold out in two days as 5,651 fans attended.

Tickets for this event will go on sale at the Volcanoes Stadium Box Office at 10:00am on Thursday, March 1st . Tickets may be purchased in-person at Volcanoes Stadium, by phone 503-390-2225, or on-line at https://www.volcanoestickets.com/

Ticket Prices: Box Seat $20.00, Reserved Seat $15.00, Outfield GA $10.00

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Coffee with Treb

2012-01-30T23:00:00.000-08:00

San Francisco Giants' long-time organization manager and hitting coach Steve Decker has been added to the "Coffee With Treb" Coaches Forum scheduled for

Saturday, February 4th in the Keizer Fire District's Community Room.

The first 100 coaches to pre-register also will receive a complimentary game ticket to see Treb and the Volcanoes play this summer ~ compliments of PT Northwest !

Register Now by emailing your coffeewithtreb@volcanoesbaseball.com

Submit questions you'd like Treb to answer at the event, by emailing, coffeewithtreb@volcanoesbaseball.com

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The Volcanoes' Annual Winter Hot Stove Banquet

2012-01-30T22:53:00.000-08:00

The Volcanoes' Annual Winter Hot Stove Banquet

and Sports Memorabilia Auction

is Friday, February 3, 2012. 6pm Social, 7pm Dinner at the Keizer Civic Center

Featured Speaker: Long-time Major League Manager and Coach, Tom Trebelhorn. It was just announced that 'Treb' will be returning for his fifth season as field manager for the Volcanoes !

See the Giants' 2010 World Series Ring, Have a Great Dinner, Hear fabulous stories from Treb's 40+ years in baseball, bid on some fantastic Sports Memorabilia items including: a Babe Ruth Louisville Slugger Baseball Bat from his last bat order in 1935. Great San Francisco Giants items, many from the 2010 World Series. A Tim Lincecum autographed baseball and a Buster Posey autographed baseball. Unique baseball experiences, like accompanying Treb to homeplate to exchange lineups cards before a game! Batboy/girl for a game! BP with the Volcanoes for a game, etc etc....all to benefit Crater's Community Care Program.

This event will sellout, so order your tickets ASAP by responding to this e-mail or calling 503-390-2225 or order online at www.volcanoesbaseball.com $30 single, $50 couple, table $200 seats 8.

If you'd like us to e-mail you a flyer, with complete details, just respond to this e-mail with that request !

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The Volcanoes' Annual Winter Hot Stove Banquet

and Sports Memorabilia Auction

is Friday, February 3, 2012. 6pm Social, 7pm Dinner at the Keizer Civic Center

Featured Speaker: Long-time Major League Manager and Coach, Tom Trebelhorn. It was just announced that 'Treb' will be returning for his fifth season as field manager for the Volcanoes !

See the Giants' 2010 World Series Ring, Have a Great Dinner, Hear fabulous stories from Treb's 40+ years in baseball, bid on some fantastic Sports Memorabilia items including: a Babe Ruth Louisville Slugger Baseball Bat from his last bat order in 1935. Great San Francisco Giants items, many from the 2010 World Series. A Tim Lincecum autographed baseball and a Buster Posey autographed baseball. Unique baseball experiences, like accompanying Treb to homeplate to exchange lineups cards before a game! Batboy/girl for a game! BP with the Volcanoes for a game, etc etc....all to benefit Crater's Community Care Program.

This event will sellout, so order your tickets ASAP by responding to this e-mail or calling 503-390-2225 or order online at www.volcanoesbaseball.com $30 single, $50 couple, table $200 seats 8.

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Santa Claus to arrive at Volcanoes Stadium

2011-12-01T12:16:00.000-08:00

For the lThis Saturday, December 3rd – Santa Claus to arrive at Stadium by Helicopter ! Free Admission, Free Parking, Free e-photos. Santa set to touch down in the Volcanoes Stadium parking lot at 11am. Meet Santa and receive a free e-photo. Bring the family. Sponsored by Keizer Station and the Volcanoes !

Volcanoes Stadium Christmas Tree Sale: Get your Christmas Tree at Volcanoes Stadium this year and help support St. John Bosco High School. Terrific selection of trees. Open Daily !!

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Rob Schreier Named “Voice of the Volcanoes”

2011-12-01T12:07:00.000-08:00

Rob Schreier joins the Volcanoes from Athens , Ohio, and will become Director of Broadcasting for the Volcanoes. Rob is in the final year of a five-year dual degree program in Broadcast Journalism and Sport Management at Ohio University . Currently serving as the Sports Director of WXTQ and WATH in Athens , Rob has over three seasons of college and high school play-by-play experience. Additionally, Rob will serve as a broadcaster this spring for the Ohio University baseball team in preparation for broadcasting the Volcanoes this summer. Rob was born and raised in Boulder , Colorado , and continues to support the Colorado Buffaloes.

"We're excited to add Rob to our staff," said Jerry Walker, President and General Manager for the Volcanoes. "He brings a great deal of enthusiasm and a solid background in broadcasting to our team. We look forward to having him in the press box next summer broadcasting all the Volcanoes games. I'm sure our fans will enjoy his exciting and informative call of the game," concluded Walker.

All 76 Volcanoes games, home and away, are broadcast live on KBZY 1490AM ~ Salem's First Choice.

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Rep. Kim Thatcher

2011-01-15T18:40:00.000-08:00

Well, the 2011 Session of the Oregon Legislature is now underway…sort of. Lawmakers were only at work for a few days this week to get things organized and they’ll be back ready to roll up their sleeves February 1st. In November, voters approved Ballot Measure 71 which now means lawmakers will hold annual sessions at the State Capitol.

This session offers many challenges and opportunities. There is a lot of heavy lifting to do this year, especially with a $3.5 billion dollar gap between the amount of tax revenue coming in to the state and the amount agencies say they need to maintain current programs.

The challenges come in juggling the budget. The opportunities come in looking for ways to revamp the way we do business in state government. If there was ever a time to establish solid priorities of government and match spending accordingly, this is it. If there was ever a time to reform PERS and other benefits provided to state workers, this is it. This list goes on but I think you get my point.

We also need to help our economy recover from the recession. Oregon businesses need the state to get out of the way. They need fewer regulations, taxes and fees; not more. I’m optimistic that the legislature will look for ideas to create the kind of tax and regulatory environment where businesses will create more jobs.

I’ve been encouraged by some of the changes our new Governor has proposed, but I am waiting to see how he will follow through. For the first time in state history the House of Representatives is split with 30 Republicans and 30 Democrats. The Co-Speakers have promised to work together on important issues and I hope that spirit of cooperation can be maintained through the difficult decisions ahead.

This week the list of committee assignments were distributed and I was honored to be named the Co-Chair of the new Joint Legislative Committee on Audits, Information Management & Technology. I expect this committee will be able to really drill down in certain areas of government accountability. I was also placed on the Joint Committee on Ways and Means, and selected to be Co-Vice Chair of the Ways and Means Subcommittee on Human Services.

You’ll see a few of the bills I am sponsoring listed below. Please let me know if you are interested in these measures or others going through the legislative process.

Sincerely,

KIM

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Volcanoes to honor and recognize Extreme Makeover Home Edition Workers

2010-09-22T06:47:00.000-07:00

Move That Bus !

Keep That Shirt !

Volcanoes to honor and recognize Extreme Makeover Home Edition Workers

EXTREME NIGHT ! On Opening Night, 2011, Volcanoes Stadium is expected to turn into a sea of blue t-shirts and white hard hats as the Salem-Keizer Volcanoes are making plans to honor all the thousands of volunteers who contributed to the Extreme Makeover project recently completed at the Oregon School for the Deaf in Salem . “This has been a significant project that has brought the whole community together,” said Volcanoes President Jerry Walker. “We’d like to honor and recognize all whom contributed and bring everyone back together in a fun and festive environment to celebrate their achievements.”

All volunteers who attend this game, wearing their blue Extreme Makeover shirt, will be admitted FREE and will be invited onto the field to participate in pre-game ceremonies. Rich Duncan, the General Contractor who completed the build, will throw out a ceremonial first pitch along with Ed Roberts from the Oregon School for the Deaf. A student, representing the school, will be invited to do the Ceremonial Running of the Bases prior to the game. In addition, the Extreme Makeover staff and production crew will be invited back to the community to participate in the event and the pre-game ceremonies.

"It is important to keep the momentum going, and for us all to remember and honor those who have the foresight and community spirit that can make fabulous dreams reality," added Walker.

The Volcanoes’ 2011 schedule is expected to be finalized by the end of October and the date for Opening Night will be set (expected to be on or about Friday, June 17th).

For more information contact Jerry Howard at Volcanoes Stadium 503-390-2225 ext 3002.

Volcanoes Stadium is open year round. Stadium Ticket office and Stadium Pro Shop are open from 8:30am to 5:00pm Monday - Friday. Season Tickets and ticket packages are available for purchase now -- call 503-390-2225 ext. 3007.

GIFT CARDS, good for game tickets, merchandise or concessions are available in all denominations.
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Extreme Makeover comes to Salem

2010-09-06T07:12:00.000-07:00

Ty and his Extreme Home Makeover crew hit the street this morning to surprise a family and give them the renovation of a lifetime. Extreme Home Makeover vehicles could be seen downtown last night parked by the Grand Hotel on trade and liberty streets. The public will be allowed to start viewing the process on Wednesday beginning at 8:00a.m.
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Our Foremothers Lecture

2010-02-24T13:11:00.000-08:00

Deanne Beausoleil and Jane Lieber Mays were on campus today at the Chemeketa Community College Theater 116, located in building 3. Deanne Beausoleil narrated the lecture about five of the women which are depicted in the collection on display in the Chemeketa Community College Art Gallery also located in building 3.
The women discussed in the lecture were artists and mothers in the 16th-18th centuries. The first women talked about was Elisbeth Vigee-Lebrun (1755-1842). The second woman discussed was Rachel Ruysch (1664-1750). The third artist and mother shared was Mary Beale (1642-1697). The fourth woman talked about was Anna Dorothea Therbusch-Lisiewska (1721-1782). The fifth woman discussed was Judith Leyster (1609-1660). After Deanne had finished the lecture the floor was opened for questions about the paintings , the artists, and the lives of the women presented. When the Questions finished Jane Lieber Mays mentioned another women in the show named Maria Sibylla Merian (1647- 1717), who had moved her family to South America to study bugs and a book was published recently and is now available with some of her works in the book.
The presentation ended with a thank you to the director of the Art Gallery, Kay Bunnenberg Boehmer. She was given a copy of the new book that was just released and flowers. Kay Bunnenberg Boehmer stated that she was going to have to go find a copy of the book. Now she has her copy.

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Chemeketa Art Gallery

2010-02-22T09:19:00.000-08:00

Chemeketa Community College Art Gallery is currently showing 33 pieces of art entitled "Our Foremothers".
The artists are Jane Lieber Mays & Deanne Beausoleil.
The collection took 3 years to put together.
For more information on art gallery hours contact them through the switch board at Chemeketa Community College (503)399-5000.

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2010-02-11T19:43:00.000-08:00

State Representative

Kim Thatcher

House District 25

NEWS RELEASE: February 10, 2010

CONTACT: Dawn Phillips 503.750.1764

Core Functions Bill Gets Legislative Hearing

(Salem) “We are going to have to reckon with reality and not continue business as usual. In other words, we need to focus our spending on the priorities,” explained State Representative Kim Thatcher (R-Keizer, Newberg, St. Paul) today in front of the House Committee on Consumer Protection and Government Accountability during a hearing at the State Capitol.

Thatcher and several others gave the Committee several reasons to support House Bill 3614 which would set up a special taskforce to develop the Core Functions of State Government. “This is not about ideology but common sense and re-thinking how we budget,” said Thatcher.

“Government cannot and should not do everything. But we haven’t done a very good job of instructing our state legislature and state agencies exactly what our priorities are,” said Steve Buckstein, Senior Policy Advisory and founder of Cascade Policy Institute. “House Bill 3614 is a first step toward setting real priorities.”

The legislation is modeled after a successful program in Washington State created by former Governor Gary Locke. Thatcher told the Committee this afternoon, Washington was able to close a large gap in their state budget using a system of priorities of government. “They decided to approach their budget process in an innovative way and were able to work through their budget and not raise taxes while protecting government services.”

Several citizens testified in favor of HB 3614 including Mark Higgins of Newberg. He compared government spending to the way a family prioritizes its budget. “In our family we have to put our needs over our wants. I believe every responsible family does that.”

Earlier this week the revenue forecast was released which shows the state is more than $350 million short of what is needed to balance the budget. Thatcher noted, “this week’s revenue forecast is a good reminder of why we need to start prioritizing our spending in a different way, focusing on outcomes of programs rather than spending as we have been.”

State Representative Gene Whisnant (R-Sunriver), a co-sponsor of HB 3614 and former member of the legislature’s budget committee, said “this bill is the right thing to do especially given the tremendous budget challenges facing our state in the next year or so.”

900 Court Street NE H-472 Salem , OR 97301 503-986-1425

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Baseball Legend, VIDA BLUE, to appear in Keizer

2010-02-11T19:35:00.000-08:00

Volcanoes Land Former Cy Young Award Winner

American League Most Valuable Player

6 Time All-Star

3 Time World Series Pitcher

For 3rd Annual Sports Banquet

Baseball Legend, VIDA BLUE, to appear in Keizer

THIS Friday, February 12, 2010

The Salem-Keizer Volcanoes are very pleased to announce the appearance of former Cy Young winner, American League Most Valuable Player , 6-time Major League All-Star Pitcher, and three-time World Series Pitcher, Vida Blue, for the Volcanoes 3rd Annual Winter Sports Banquet to be held on Friday, February 12th, at the Keizer Civic Center , beginning at 6:00 PM.

Originally drafted by the Kansas City Athletics in the 2nd round in 1967, Vida was traded by the Athletics to the San Francisco Giants in 1978. In 1982, he joined the Kansas City Royals. Vida was again signed by the Giants in 1985, and ended his legendary career with the Giants in 1986.

Vida spent 17 years in the big leagues winning 209 games against just 161 losses for a .565 winning percentage. At age 21, he hurled a no-hitter against the Minnesota Twins. Blue was a member of the American League All-Star Team in 1971, 1975 and 1977, and a member of the National League All-Star Team in 1978, 1980 and 1981. In 1971, Vida’s best season, he was 22-4, won the Cy Young Award and the American League Most Valuable Player with an ERA of 1.82, 8 shutouts, and 301 strikeouts. Vida pitched in the 1972, 1973 and 1974 World Series. Vida ended his career with an ERA of just 3.27, struck out 2,175 batters, won 10 or more games in eleven different seasons including a span of 8 consecutive years (1973-1980).

The banquet will begin at 6:00pm with a social hour and silent auction, followed by a buffett dinner at 7:00pm and a talk by Vida Blue. Vida is also available to sign free autographs during the social hour “meet and greet”, and after the event. For banquet tickets, please call the Volcanoes at 503-390-2225 ext. 3007 or purchase online at https://www.volcanoestickets.com/Attractions.ashx Tickets are $25 in advance, or $30 at the door. A table of eight may be purchased for $200.

Don’t miss one of the very best all-time great Major Leaguers, Pitcher Vida Blue.

Available items during the silent auction include: A Babe Ruth Baseball bat from his last bat order in 1935, A Willie Mays Autographed Baseball, A Hank Aaron Autographed Baseball, Tim Lincecum autographed bobblehead, Pablo Sandavol autographed jersey and many unique one of a kind items like attending batting practice with the Volcanoes, Being the Volcanoes Stadium Public Address Announcer, Batboy for a game, etc etc.

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Art Gallery at Chemeketa Community College

2010-01-13T12:40:00.000-08:00

Chemeketa Community College opened a new show in the Art Gallery located in the main floor of building 3. Two artists, Jodie Raborn and Gabriella Soraci, have pieces on display. Gabriella and Jodie were at the gallery for the reception at noon today. The show runs through February 5th and is open to the public during normal gallery hours, usually 10:00 a.m. -5:00 p.m. For more information about the showing contact the Art Gallery at 503-399-5000 ext. Art Gallery.

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Volcanoes 3rd Annual Winter Sports Banquet

2010-01-12T12:26:00.000-08:00

Keizer Community Center at the new Keizer City Hall 930 Chemawa Rd N Keizer, OR.
The event will we held on Friday, Februaryy 12th, 2010 at 6:00 p.m. for socializing and dinner at 7:00 p.m.
For complete information, including a listing of the special guests go to
http://www.volcanoesbaseball.com/Hotstove.htm
Salem-Keizer Volcanoes 503-390-2225
Class A Affiliate of the San Francisco Giants

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State Representative Kim Thatcher newsletter Dec.2009

2009-12-29T10:35:00.000-08:00

Friends,
As you know we are facing yet another statewide vote on raising taxes in Oregon. Earlier this year on the floor of the House I spoke in opposition to these tax measuresexplaining that "you can't tax your way out of a recession." Obviously the tax and spend liberals at the capitol were not listening.
I have faith that Oregon voters will see through all the propaganda and do the right thing by voting NO on Measures 66 and 67. There are many misleading statements being made in the media so let me shed a little light on the facts.
In my other life outside the legislature, I run two small businesses. If these measures pass, my companies, just like thousands of others across the state, may have to layoff workers or cut wages. Under current law many small businesses pay a $10 filling fee. However, under these measures they could face hidden sales tax, paying tens of thousands of dollars in taxes even if they don't make a profit. Those costs are passed along to you and I, the consumers.
The sky will not fall if these measures fail, the legislature will have to make some tough decisions and prioritize how they spend tax dollars more carefully. There are reserve funds available to cover some of the projected shortfall. Overall our state is spending is up nearly 10%. How many of us got a 10% raise during this down economy? It's time to say NO to more taxes and YES to better governing.

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Early Morning Chase

2009-11-23T07:45:00.000-08:00

At about 5:15am this morning, a Salem Police Officer reported a vehicle speeding south on Hawthorne St. The pursuit of the vehicle lead officers south to Mission St and then to I-5 South. Once on I-5 the pursuit reached speeds reported at about 90 mph. The vehicle was registered to a Hispanic male with warrant. Salem police chased the car all the way to the Jefferson exit. The driver, a male, bailed out just after getting off the interstate Salem police took him into custody shortly after that point. The chase had ended safely by 5:35 am.
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Holiday Season

2009-11-21T08:19:00.000-08:00

The Holiday Season seems to be coming upon us as radio stations are playing Christmas music and Christmas Tree shops are beginning to pop up. Westgate Assembly of God Church is setting up for their annual tree sale. The former Bob's Hamburger restaurant parking lot is gearing up for tree sales. West Salem is starting to look like the holiday season is upon us.
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Break-In Reported

2009-09-29T12:19:00.000-07:00

At about 11:00pm Sunday night, Marion County Sheriff’s deputies responded to a call of a possible break in at Auburn Elementary School in NE Salem. The deputies had a perimeter set up by 11:20pm. Prostar Security responded as they are a contract security company for Salem-Keizer School District. A Prostar officer arrived at 11:33pm with keys to the school building. At 11:40pm deputies entered the school and began the process of clearing the building. Officers cleared the building and finished up at the school around 12:30am Monday morning.
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Celtic Music comes to Salem

2009-09-29T12:17:00.001-07:00

The fiery tones of Portland-based The Nettles kicks off the World of Music at the Library series for the thrilling 2009-2010 season. Billed as “acoustic Celtic music that's progressive, exciting and a little bit dangerous,” The Nettles stir things up at:

7 p.m. Friday, October 2
Loucks Auditorium at Salem Public Library, 585 Liberty St. SE

Tickets: $5 in advance/$7 at the door
On sale now at all Library Circulation Desks

This band ignites audiences with a blend of traditional music with modern spices. The Nettles play progressive and exciting Celtic music at festivals, concerts, bars and dances in the Pacific Northwest and get radio airplay worldwide. Laura Brophy's powerful fiddling forms strong yet lyrical melodies punctuated by wild improvisation. The Nettles are propelled by the mighty rhythm engine of Kevin Johnsrude on guitar, Michael Proctor on bass and drummers Brian Bucolo, Doug Narry or Ankush Vimawala.

The World of Music at the Library is starting its 5th season. The series is sponsored jointly by the Friends of Salem Public Library and the Salem Public Library Foundation. Concessions are offered at shows by local school groups, which keep all proceeds.

More information about The Nettles and other upcoming shows is available 503-588-6052 or online at www.salemlibrary.org.
Sonja Somerville
Community Relations Coordinator
Salem Public Library Foundation
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National Night Out

2009-08-04T07:04:00.000-07:00

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
Register Now for
National Night Out 2009 – August 4th
The National Association of Town Watch (NATW) has announced that the “26th Annual
National Night Out (NNO) program will culminate on Tuesday, August 4, 2009.
Any municipality, law enforcement agency, crime prevention
organization, community group or neighborhood that is interested in
participating is invited to contact NATW now to receive information on National
Night Out 2009. (Note: The State of Texas will be celebrating NNO on October 6th this
year.)
There is no cost to register. Once registered with NATW, local coordinators receive an
organizational kit full of ‘how-to’ materials including planning suggestions, sample new
releases, artwork, and promotional guides – and interim updates throughout the year.
NNO 2008 involved 37 million people in 15,449 communities from all 50 states, U.S.
territories, Canadian cities, and military bases worldwide. National Night Out 2009 is
expected to be the largest ever. NNO is sponsored by NATW in partnership with
Target.
National Night Out, a year-long community building campaign, is designed to: (1)
Heighten crime prevention awareness; (2) Generate support for, and participation in,
local anticrime programs; (3) Strengthen neighborhood spirit and police-community
partnerships; and (4) Send a message to criminals letting them know that neighborhoods
are organized and fighting back.
Along with the traditional outside lights and front porch vigils, most cities and towns
now celebrate National Night Out with a variety of special citywide and neighborhood
events such as block parties, cookouts, parades, festivals, visits from local law
enforcement, safety fairs, and youth events.
Don’t delay! Organizing in most communities begins early in the year. For free
registration material call 1-800-NITE OUT or visit the National Night Out website at
www.nationalnightout.org
# # #
Contact: Matt Peskin, National Project Coordinator

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Presidential Speech

2009-06-10T06:54:00.000-07:00

As a Senior Advisor to the President, I'm here in Cairo, Egypt where I watched President Obama deliver an unprecedented speech calling for a new beginning for the United States and Muslim communities around the world. We all know that there has been tension between the United States and some Muslim communities. But, as the President said this morning, if all sides face the sources of tension squarely and focus on mutual interests, we can find a new way forward. The President outlined some big goals for this new beginning in his speech -- including disrupting, dismantling, and defeating violent extremism. It was a historic speech, and since many Americans were asleep at the time it was given we wanted to make sure you had a chance to see it: http://www.whitehouse.gov/blog/NewBeginning/
Majority-Muslim countries around the world are filled with extraordinary people who simply want to live their lives and see their children live better lives, just as in America. Indeed, part of what makes America great is having nearly seven million Muslim Americans living here today and enriching our culture and communities. We can extend that kind of relationship abroad. It won't always be easy, but if we make an effort to bridge our differences rather than resigning ourselves to animosity, we can move toward a more peaceful world over time. Thank you, David Axelrod Senior Advisor to the President

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State Representative Kim Thatcher

2009-06-10T06:49:00.000-07:00

Basic Budget Balancing Act May 23, 2009
"The problem is not that people are taxed too little, the problem is that government spends too much." Remember that saying from the late President Ronald Reagan? I think it still applies today when we step back and take an objective look at the Oregon State Budget.
I know budget babble can be boring, but it's really important for Oregonians to get a grip on what's going on here before they face hundreds of millions of dollars in new taxes. Grab your Excedrin and let's see if I can lay it out for you in as simple terms possible.
First, the current two-year state budget is $15.1 billion (with a "B"). That's the amount established for state agencies to maintain all the services they provide from July 2007-June 2009. Keep in mind we had nearly $3 billion in extra revenue to spread around on new programs and 1200 new workers in the last budget.
I joined several other conservative legislators in warning folks that this level of spending would just bloat state government to an unsustainable level - translation? There was no way income tax and lottery dollars could keep churning out this level of revenue. Something would have to give; something would have to be cut. Did legislative leaders listen? No.
Fast forward to today. The economy went in the tank. Unemployment skyrocketed to 12% and legislative leaders are now talking about cutting $2 billion out of the new state budget for July 2009-June 2011. Why? First they assume state programs will need $16.7 billion to continue present operations. Second, only $13.7 billion in revenue is expected to come in the door for the next budget cycle.
To close the multi-billion dollar gap, legislative budget leaders plan to use some of that magic federal stimulus money, a few reserve funds and, you got it, "raise taxes." Remember, taxes are the liberal's answer to close that multibillion dollar gap. Because to them this is about what they "think" agencies need to operate versus reality.
Why do we assume that starting in July all state programs need an automatic 10%-20% more money? Why not keep spending levels the same and add in a little for targeted areas like services for people with disabilities and low-income seniors? What about a few more dollars for K-12 classrooms? Perhaps some extra money to keep bad guys locked up in prison?
It's all about rethinking the way we approach the state budget. Prioritize the core functions and cut those that are not essential. That's what the Back to Basics Budget Plan is all about and you can check it out by clicking on this link here.
This plan looks at what we spend now, what is projected to come in, uses reserves and other funds to cover the additional needs in the areas I mentioned before. You can't tax your way out of a recession. And massive cuts to critical programs when you have piles of reserves sitting around are not right either. Sure it sounds pretty cut and dry but it is a lot more complicated than that. I'm just giving you the big picture.
So when you see stories in the news about 1,700 layoffs of state workers proposed by legislative leaders, remember the 1,200 new employees that were just hired in the past couple years. When they threaten to reduce the number of kids in Headstart, ask if this is really a "cut" in the current amount of funding or is it just a "reduction in the increase" they had hoped to get?
For example, the total amount the legislature approved for spending on "administration" for the entire state budget for 2007-09 was $189 million dollars. That's $6 million less than the $195 million the current budget leaders are planning to spend and it's $17 million less than what they think is an "essential" level of spending. So we're spending more actual dollars but it's somehow a cut?
Finally, when you hear legislators talk about how vital it is to increase the tax burden on wealthy individuals and corporations, think about whether increases are needed in the first place and who is really going to pay? Probably consumers through higher prices, and workers through job losses.
Rather than reshape the way we deliver government services through real reforms, legislative leaders expect Oregon taxpayers to keep shelling out more and more to feed the machine. Enough. There are better ways. See my recent column in NW Conservative Magazine. Click here.
Noted economist Milton Friedman put it best. "If a government were put in charge of the Sahara Desert, within five years they'd have a shortage of sand." For details on the Back to Basics Budget Plan check out http://www.backtobasicsbudget.com/

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BASEBALL LEGEND DON LARSEN TO KEIZER

2009-06-10T06:41:00.000-07:00

VOLCANOES BRING
BASEBALL LEGEND
DON LARSEN TO KEIZER, OREGON
For Press Inquires and to Schedule Interviews Please Contact Jerry Howard at 503-390-2225 x 3002

The SALEM-KEIZER VOLCANOES are proud to announce that baseball legend DON LARSEN will be coming to Volcanoes Stadium on Thursday, June 25. Mr. Larsen’s appearance will headline “Legends Night,” an annual special event at the Stadium. Mr. Larsen will be signing free autographs on the concourse for approximately one hour before the game. After throwing out the honorary first pitch, Mr. Larsen will continue signing autographs, and meeting fans, during the first several innings of the game.

Thursday’s game is between the Volcanoes and the Boise Hawks (Chicago Cubs affiliate) and starts at 6:35 p.m. Gates will open at 5:30 PM.

Don Larsen played major league baseball from 1953 to 1967. On October 8, 1956, he became the only player in baseball history to pitch a perfect game in a World Series. Mr. Larsen played with eight different teams during his career, but is best known for his five seasons with the New York Yankees. It was with the Yankees that Don Larsen pitched his perfect game against the Brooklyn Dodgers that helped the Yankees capture World Series Championship in 1956. Larson played with such greats as Mickey Mantle, Yogi Berra, Gil McDougald, and Billy Martin. Mr. Larsen also played two and a half seasons with the San Francisco Giants (1962-4), the Volcanoes’ Major League Affiliate.

TICKETS ON SALE
FOR ALL GAMES
INCLUDING DON LARSEN NIGHT

Tickets for the Volcanoes pre-season game, Friday, June 19, Opening Night, Tuesday, June 23, and all Volcanoes home games, including Don Larsen Night on Thursday, June 25, are now on sale at the Volcanoes Stadium box office. Tickets may also be reserved by phone, (503) 390-2225 ext. 3007, or online at www.volcanoesbaseball.com – Upper Box Seats $11, Reserved Seats $9, General Admission $7.
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VOLCANOES UPCOMING 2009 HOME SCHEDULE AND PROMOTIONS

Friday, June 19 7:05pm Volcanoes vs. College All-Stars The Volcanoes play their annual pre-season game versus the College All-Stars. Get your first glimpse of the 2009 Volcanoes and see many former local prep players on the field with the All-Stars at Volcanoes Stadium.
Sunday, June 21 Father’s Day Breakfast at Volcanoes Stadium - 9:00am - 12:00pm : The Volcanoes Stadium Lava Lodge will be serving breakfast on Father’s Day. Menu includes: Pancakes, Sausages, Eggs, juice and coffee for $6.00 adults, children $4.00. Plus FREE fun activities for Dad’s and their children including: Speed Pitch, Volcanoes Batting Cage, and playing catch on the field -- bring your mitts! You can pre-purchase Father's Day Breakfast Tickets by calling (503) 390-2225 ext. 3007.
Sunday, June 21 Fan-Fest at Volcanoes Stadium - 12:00pm – 3:00pm: Admission is FREE. Meet the 2009 Volcanoes and get autographs and watch the Volcanoes compete in a Home Run Derby (noon – 12:45pm) !!! There will also be a variety of activities and entertainment available throughout the day, such as a Celebrity Softball Game (1:30pm to 2:30pm), Volcanoes Speed Pitch, Batting Cage and more. Great opportunity to “Pick Your Seats” for the upcoming season with ticket packages on sale throughout the day. There will also be a Turn Back the Clock Day SALE with savings up to 80% OFF on selected merchandise !!
Tuesday, June 23 6:35pm Opening Night. Volcanoes open Northwest League action versus the Boise Hawks. It is also "KRAFT Singles Tuesday Night Tickets". Bring a KRAFT Singles wrapper to the ballpark box office for a steal of a deal! Buy One Ticket Get One Free from KRAFT Singles! Visit kraftsingles.com for details.

Wednesday, June 24 6:35pm PRIZE WHEEL WEDNESDAY !! Spin to Win ! It’s also “ St. Paul Rodeo Night”. Meet and greet the Rodeo Court Princesses of the St. Paul Rodeo Volcanoes continue the action against the Boise Hawks.

Thursday, June 25 6:35pm New York Yankees Legend – Don Larsen Night !! Yankees great, Don Larsen, who pitched the only perfect game in World Series history will be on hand to sign free autographs for the fans. It’s also AWESOME 3000 Night ! All Awesome 3000 participants, wearing their 2009 Awesome 3000 shirt, will be admitted free and will be invited to meet the Volcanoes players on the field prior to the game (must arrive by 6:00pm) and run the bases after the game. It is also $1.00 Thursday. Select Adult Beverages are just $1.00 in the Stadium’s Lava Lodge. Volcanoes continue the week against the Boise Hawks.

Friday, June 26 7:05pm F I R E W O R K S !! Spectacular post-game Fireworks Show presented by PT Northwest. Enjoy a wide variety of events this evening with a pre-game concert by Maggie Felber, watch Archbishop Vlazny throw out the ceremonial first pitch to kick off Catholic Night, and last but not least it is also GO GREEN NIGHT! Come and visit with all the vendors in Marion County that can give you tips and tricks to going green and staying green! Volcanoes continue the week against the Boise Hawks.

Saturday, June 27 5:05pm Youth Baseball Night - ALL youth baseball and softball players* are invited to meet the Volcanoes on the field prior to the game (must arrive by 4:30) Wear your team uniform and/or hat. Come watch as the Volcanoes wrap up their homestand against the Boise Hawks. Bring your lawn chairs and blankets and end your summer evening enjoying a Post-Game concert by Maggie Felber .

Volcanoes Stadium, at Exit 260 on I-5.
Call 503-390-2225 ext. 3007 or visit www.volcanoesbaseball.com

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Rep Thatcher Supports Small Businesses – Opposes New Taxes

2009-06-10T06:35:00.000-07:00

State Representative Kim Thatcher House District 25
NEWS RELEASE: June 9th, 2009

CONTACT: Dawn Phillips 503-750-1764
Rep Thatcher Supports Small Businesses – Opposes New Taxes
( Salem ) Thousands of small business owners will be hit by $733 million in new tax hikes approved by the Oregon House of Representatives today. During debate on the House Floor, State Representative Kim Thatcher (R-Keizer, St. Paul , Newberg) said, “we can’t tax our way out of a recession.”

Representative Thatcher voted against House Bill 3405 which raises the corporate tax to 8% up from 6.6% on companies with over $250,000 in corporate income. The measure increases the corporate minimum tax up to $10,000 depending on annual sales. She also opposed House Bill 2649, a measure to raise personal income taxes on individual taxpayers from 9% to 11% if they make over $125,000 and joint filers making more than $250,000.

She pointed out these tax increases will not just impact profits, but also total sales. Businesses could be on the hook for thousands and thousands of dollars in taxes, even when they lose money.”

“All these taxes trickle down to the individual. Think about the multiplier effect,” added Thatcher. “Services used by every Oregonian will now have a hidden sales tax. The banks, grocery stores, insurance companies, gas stations – services used by everyday Oregonians – will now have to include the cost of covering these taxes.

Some advocates for the measures call these “small” or “minor” tax increases. However, the taxpayers footing the bill will see up to a 22% increase in the tax rates.

As a small business owner herself, Thatcher is concerned about the impact of these measures on her counterparts in the private sector. She explained they might do less business or move out of state to avoid paying the higher taxes imposed by this legislation.

Representative Thatcher spoke against the measures saying, “if those businesses are forced to pay more taxes, then there is less disposable income for businesses to use to hire workers and they may have to lay off workers.”

Oregon has the second highest unemployment rate in the country and with this new income tax bracket; the state will have the highest personal income taxes in the nation. These are permanent increases in the tax code and Thatcher believes they send the wrong message to businesses considering moving to Oregon .

Finally, Thatcher wondered what would happen if these bills are referred to the ballot and are rejected by voters. “What is Plan B? How will we keep services going without all this new revenue?” She has advocated using some of the billions of dollars the state has in reserves to cover critical needs in the state budget.

#### State Representative Kim Thatcher 900 Court St. NE H-472, Salem, OR 97301 ~ 503-986-1425 www.leg.state.or.us/thatcher ~ Rep.kimthatcher@state.or.us

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Stan Davey Auto Show

2009-05-06T10:48:00.000-07:00

Due to the rain, not as many vehicles turned out for the car show that was expecting about forty vehicles. The car show started at 10:00 a.m. this morning and will run through 3:00 p.m. this afternoon. At 10:45 the show had six vehicles registeredfor show. The oldest vehicle being a 1929 Sedan. The newest a 2000 Ford Mustang.

Chemeketa Community College is doing the annual car bash and were donated a late 1980's Mazda 323 hatchback. The cost to take the hammer to the car is a dollar a hit. The hopes are a totaled nonrepairable finish by 3;00 p.m.

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