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Drug Bust Biggest Ever in Corvallis, Oregon

"The investigation has placed a bright light on a drug conspiracy, racketeering and money laundering enterprise, the likes of which have never before been uncovered in the City of Corvallis." - Captain Jonathan M. Sassaman, Corvallis Police

(CORVALLIS, Ore.) - Working with several other agencies, Corvallis Police busted a drug ring today that they say supplied many pounds of meth and cocaine to the mid-valley each week.

Oregon Poultry Industry Announces Annual Youth Contest

The entry fee for the contest is $10.

(CORVALLIS, Ore. ) - The Oregon Fryer Commission's ninth annual Youth Pen of Fryers Contest will be held on Saturday, June 9th, at the Polk County Fairgrounds in Rickreall.

Oregon youth under 20 years of age (as of June 9th) are eligible to participate in the statewide competition.

Contestants will be required to pick up their 15 Cornish cross chicks on April 21st, at the OSU campus in Corvallis.

Scam Targets Oregon Veterans in Nursing Homes, Assisted Living Facilities

There have been some near misses, but so far there have been no reports of anyone falling victim to the scam in Oregon.

(CORVALLIS, Ore. ) - The U.S. Department of Veterans’ Affairs Regional Office in Portland, the Benton County Board of Commissioners and the Benton County Veterans Service Office urge veterans, their spouses, or their families to beware of unauthorized franchises or individuals offering representation for benefits from the Department of Veterans Affairs.

The current scam targeting Veterans’ is being run by Veterans Salute based in Florida. The company has been contacting nursing homes, assisted living facilities, and adult day-cares looking for veterans who maybe eligible for VA pension benefits.

Public Invited to Observe Spring Lambing at OSU Sheep Center

The public can view the ewes and lambs beginning Thursday from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM weekdays and weekends.

(CORVALLIS, Ore.) - New lambs will begin arriving at Oregon State University's Sheep Center this month and the public is invited to view this annual rite of spring.

Country Superstar Mark Chesnutt to Perform at Benton County Fair

Chesnutt has four platinum albums, five gold albums, 14 Number One singles and 23 Top Ten singles.

(CORVALLIS) - Show Up – Show Off – Celebrate! is the 2007 theme for the Benton County Fair and Rodeo, Aug. 1st – 5th.

This year’s Fair will feature new events such as daily hypnotist shows and a petting zoo.

The main stage for entertainment will feature award-winning artists. County Music Association Horizon Award winner Mark Chesnutt will open on Wednesday, Aug. 1st.

Oregon State Study Finds Gas Movement Key to Mount St. Helens Eruptions

In September of 2004, Mount St. Helens had some of its first significant explosions and dome building since 1986.

(CORVALLIS) - A study being published this week suggests that gas and vapor movement to the top of the magma body may have caused fairly rapid increases in pressure and could have been the triggering mechanism that caused Mount St. Helens to erupt in both 1980 and 2004.

Corvallis Police Seeking Robbery Suspect

The suspect is described as a white male about 5' 7, 180 pounds with a belly, short brown hair with a full short brown beard, fuller face with light to medium skin tone.

(CORVALLIS) - Corvallis police are asking for the public’s help in locating a suspect who robbed the downtown Dari Mart Saturday night.

Police say a lone male suspect walked into the store at about 10:10 PM and demanded money.

The suspect had his hands in his pocket, and the clerk believed he may have a weapon although one was not seen.

OSU Study Examines Uneven Approaches to Evaluating Measure 37 Claims

The ballot measure enables landowners to seek compensation if their property values are reduced by land use regulations.

(CORVALLIS) - Since the passage of Measure 37 in 2004, government officials have been grappling with its implementation in cities and counties throughout the state.

Benton County Again Named One of 100 Best Communities for Young People

Benton County also won the award in 2005.

(CORVALLIS) - America's Promise - The Alliance for Youth has announced that Benton County is a winner of a national competition to identify the 100 Best Communities for Young People.

The 100 Best competition honors communities - ranging from small towns to urban neighborhoods across America - for their commitment to provide healthy, safe and caring environments for young people.

Registration Underway For “Live Out Loud” Teen Summit

Teen Summit 2007 is open to all Benton County high school age students.

(CORVALLIS) - The Benton County Commission on Children and Families Youth Commission will host Teen Summit 2007 “Live Out Loud.”

Benton County teens are invited to join their peers and learn more about issues that impact their lives such as alcohol and drug abuse.

Teen Summit 2007 will feature workshops on healthy relationships, college planning,sports careers, self defense, yoga and much more

JeVon Thompson, an internationally recognized motivational speaker, will give the keynote address.