Your cell phone is ringing…if you are job hunting, the person calling may be your future employer. If it is, you have obviously impressed them with your application or stellar resume -- you don’t want to ruin your chances by handling the call unprofessionally. Kelly Services has 60 years of experience recruiting and hiring the best qualified candidates for their customers. They contact millions of applicants annually to discuss available job opportunities. How an applicant ... [full story]

A GOP defeat could benefit conservatives, says New Right founding father and king of conservative direct mail, Richard Viguerie "In the early 1990s, they talked about a culture of corruption by the Democrats and how they were abusing their power. Lo and behold, that seems to be what the Republicans have engaged in. It's very, very hard to tell conservatives that there really is a significant difference on most issues between this crowd and the ... [full story]

With home movies, video game systems and television programming all moving into the high-definition realm, consumers must surely wonder if they need to take out a second mortgage just to purchase a high-quality TV that takes advantage of these new formats. Fortunately, the answer is a resounding "no," as Mitsubishi has released a new line of affordable televisions that offer top-notch visuals in an attractive package.   NEW TVS - Mitsubishi's 2007 DLP televisions, including its 57-inch ... [full story]

The Cascade Festival of Music yesterday announced the appointment of its new Executive Director, Kathleen Cody, who was selected following an extensive and thorough executive search process. Cody will begin her new position on December 1."The successful management and growth of nonprofit organizations has been the foundation and focus of my career," said Cody.  "With 25 years of experience, I can clearly see that the future of the Cascade Festival of Music is one of ... [full story]

OCHOCO DISTRICT 2nd BULL SEASON: Wet, muddy conditions appeared to keep hunters close to roads and camp, and contributed to lower than expected success. Elk appear scattered across public and private lands, at all elevations. Last years above average calf numbers should provide improved opportunities for yearling bulls, with a good carry over of mature bulls noted in the Maury and Ochoco units. Hunters in the Ochoco Unit are reminded the motorized access restrictions are ... [full story]

Opportunities in the region, particularly in the high country, will diminish with colder weather. ANTELOPE FLAT RESERVOIR: Opportunities for 12-14 inch rainbow trout are fair. Illegally introduced bullhead have had a negative impact on trout angling. CLEAR LAKE: Clear Lake, located about 20 miles west of Maupin, has been stocked with keeper trout and should offer good angling opportunity.COLUMBIA RIVER FROM BONNEVILLE RESERVOIR TO JOHN DAY DAM: Bass fishing has been good in the main Columbia ... [full story]

Despite the huge partisan shift in Washington, the Republicans in Deschutes County remain in power after setting a record high 70 percent voter turnout, a much higher percentage than surrounding counties. Republican Greg Walden, a strong advocate for farmers and ranchers, won the 2nd District seat in the U.S. House of Representatives with a hefty 66 percent vote over Democrat Carol Voisin. In the State House, Republican Gene Whisnant beat out Democrat Bill A. Smith ... [full story]

A man died in southwest Redmond early Friday morning from an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound following a domestic dispute with his wife, said authorities. Redmond Police officers were dispatched to a residence at Southwest Cascade Mountain Court in response to a 9-1-1 hang-up call about 2:30 a.m. November 10, said Officer April Huey.  Shortly thereafter, a neighbor also called 9-1-1 to report that a woman had allegedly been assaulted and was injured. Officers arriving on ... [full story]

Two men and two women were arrested at a northeast Bend residence Thursday evening following execution of search warrant issued in connection with reports of stolen property being used as collateral to purchase methamphetamines, said authorites.  Detectives allegedly found meth, a marijuana growing operation, and stolen firearms. An investigation that started Nov. 9 turned up information that stolen property was allegedly at 1888 NE Wichita Way, and that some of the property was being taken ... [full story]

Oregon's success at reducing tobacco use is saving many lives and dollars, but there are still thousands of smokers ready to quit who need help. The Nov. 16 Great American Smokeout, sponsored by the American Cancer Society, is an opportunity to remind Oregonians that the Oregon Tobacco Quit Line provides free assistance. "Most smokers want to quit," said Mel Kohn, M.D., state epidemiologist for the Oregon Department of Human Services Public Health Division. "The Smokeout ... [full story]