Salem-News.com Articles written by Bonnie King

Candlelight Vigil Seeks Justice for Death of Aniya Zamora

The community gathered to support the investigation of this tragedy.

(SALEM, Ore.) - About seventy-five people came together on the Marion County courthouse steps Tuesday night, seeking justice for a little girl whose life was cut short. The 3 ½ year old girl was found dead in her home on April 19, 2013.

The candlelight vigil for Aniya Zamora gave the group the chance to pray, and share their thoughts, giving comfort to the grieving and showing support for the quest to learn the truth.

Anthony Jimenez Celebration of Life in McMinnville

Remembering ANTHONY K. JIMENEZ
1993 – 2013

(SALEM) - A celebration of life will take place this afternoon for 20-year old Anthony K. Jimenez, of McMinnville, who died June 30, 2013, as the result of a drowning accident at the Donkey Ponds, a favorite local swimming spot.

Anthony was born May 22,1993, in Portland, Oregon. He is survived by his father, Abel “Kino” Jimenez; his mother, Danyelle Lopez; his brothers, Steven, Cruscito and Isaiah; two sisters, Sabrina and Sienna; and his young daughter, Brooklyn. He also leaves behind a girlfriend, Tavia Surratt, and a large extended family in the Dayton/McMinnville area.

Searchers Find Body of Drowning Victim Anthony Jimenez

The Willamette River is an unforgiving adversary, year after year.

(DAYTON, Ore.) - After over three days and sleepless nights, the family and friends of Anthony Jimenez need look no more.

Wednesday morning at approximately 9:40 AM, the body of 20-year old Anthony Jimenez was recovered from the Willamette River. It was a somber discovery, though expected.

Oregon House Passes Medical Marijuana Dispensary Bill, On to Senate!

A small step for Oregon; a big step for the pursuit of Life, Liberty & Happiness.

(SALEM) - Medical Marijuana dispensaries in Oregon are well on their way to legalization. Lawmakers in the Oregon House debated with gusto, then approved a bill on Monday that would license and regulate retail outlets that provide the medicine to patients with a state-sanctioned permit. The bill passed 31-27.

The bill was supported by many across the state, including Oregon’s “top cop”, Attorney General Ellen Rosenblum who recently endorsed the measure.

Surprise! Twister Touches Down in McMinnville (UPDATED WITH VIDEO)

Developing Story: Hundreds of people are without power and wondering what just happened.

(MCMINNVILLE, Ore.) - A twister struck the city of McMinnville, Oregon, shortly before 5:00 pm sending cars, roofs and more flying through the air.

Police and Fire crews are responding to the area that it touched down, reportedly near the High School.

Salem Favorite Adam`s Rib Smokehouse Celebrates 10th Anniversary in Style

Hot rods, live bands, local brew & great food. What could be better?

(SALEM) - A record attendance of over 2,000 people came to the Hot Rod show on State Street which kicked off early Saturday morning and kept people “oohing and ahhhing” through the afternoon.

The kid-friendly event included a monster truck, a bounce house, face painting and games. It was all in commemoration of Adam's Rib Smokehouse's 10th Anniversary, a party that began on Friday.

Oregon Governor Signs SB 281 Allowing PTSD Sufferers to use Cannabis

As of Jan 1, 2014, veterans and others with PTSD, will be able to get their OMMP cards.

(Salem) - Oregon Governor John Kitzhaber showed his support of Veterans and others suffering from PTSD when he signed Senate Bill 281 on Thursday, allowing the legal medical use of Cannabis (marijuana).

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) was added to the list of "debilitating medical conditions" as defined by Oregon statute with the Governor's signature.

Oregon`s 14th Annual UFO Festival Wows the Universe

The festival explores and celebrates the possibility of life beyond Earth every May.

(MCMINNVILLE, Ore.) - Thousands came to the Willamette Valley to attend the biggest UFO gathering in the United States. The attraction began because some of the most credible UFO photos in the world were taken outside the farming town of McMinnville, Oregon in 1950.

The historically intrigued found an outlet to honor the magnitude of this event and have been doing so for the last 14 years.

Gilad Atzmon LIVE in Portland Tonight

DON'T MISS IT (& Bring your friends!) 6:30 pm @ the East Portland Community Center

(PORTLAND, OR) - We are thrilled to share the good news that Gilad Atzmon will be in Portland, Oregon TONIGHT (Tues May 14).

It is a rare opportunity to be up close and personal with the one and only -- world renowned Jazz musician, author and human rights activist, Gilad Atzmon.

Governor Kitzhaber Proclaims May as Oregon Motorcycle Awareness Month

Safety is Priority #1 for motorcyclists in Oregon and across the Nation.

(SALEM) - Motorcycle season has returned, and there could be no argument if you were anywhere close to the Oregon State Capitol on Saturday.

Oregon motorcyclists met by the hundreds in observance of Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month, as proclaimed by Governor John Kitzhaber.