Governor Theodore R. Kulongoski proclaimed tomorrow “Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day” and asked that all flags at public institutions be flown at half-staff on Thursday, December 7, 2006 in remembrance of the 65th anniversary of Pearl Harbor.  “On this 65th anniversary of Pearl Harbor Day, we should take a moment to think about the veterans who gave their lives fighting for their country,” Governor Kulongoski said. “Pearl Harbor Day is a day not only to remember the veterans ... [full story]

Two volunteer members are needed for the Governor’s Advisory Committee on Motorcycle Safety, which advises the Governor and the Oregon Department of Transportation’s Safety Division on motorcycle safety issues. The committee focuses on rider education, prevention of drinking and riding, road hazards unique to motorcycles, motorist awareness of motorcycles, sharing the road and other safety issues.  The committee represents the voice of Oregon motorcyclists on safety-related issues. Committee members are appointed by the Governor and serve ... [full story]

Free concert featuring Stephanie Schneiderman and special guest at Sunriver Resort on Dec. 20. Sunriver Resort will host a free fireside acoustic performance featuring Stephanie Schneiderman of Portland’s Dirty Martini with a very special guest, from 7 to 9 p.m. on Wednesday, December 20 in the Owl’s Nest.  The Owl’s Nest will offer drink specials all night, featuring Sunriver Resort’s signature drink the “Marionberry Martini” and the classic “Dirty Martini.”  The Owl’s Nest is open 4 ... [full story]

Pearls are perfect any time, but they seem especially appropriate for weddings. Known by some as the “Queen of Gems,” the classic elegance of pearls transcends centuries and style fads. Nothing looks more beautiful with a bridal gown than a single strand of flawless pearls. But pearls are not only for the bride -– they’re the perfect accessory for the bridesmaids as well. Today, you can find pearls in shades ranging from the traditional white ... [full story]

At first blink, (plus44) seems to be jinxed. At second blink, well, ditto. On Sept. 9, drummer Travis Barker broke his right arm while filming a video for "When Your Heart Stops Beating," the infectious title track from (plus44)'s debut album. His injury, which was exacerbated by a subsequent European tour that took place before his broken limb was diagnosed, led to the postponement of the four-man band's debut U.S. tour. It was scheduled to ... [full story]

Severe winter weather can make driving a challenge for even the most experienced drivers. Extreme cold temperatures make vehicles more likely to breakdown if proper maintenance has not been performed, and heavy snow falls and icy road conditions can cause vehicles to slide off the road and become stuck in the snow. This winter, AAA expects more than 100,000 stranded motorists to call for roadside assistance for vehicle extrication services. "Performing proper vehicle maintenance and good trip ... [full story]

AAA, the nation's largest network of leisure travel agencies, is once again rewarding high school students for their knowledge of geography and tourist destinations. The 5th annual AAA Travel High School Challenge begins January 8, 2007, and will award $100,000 in scholarships and prizes. The competition aims to increase travel and geographic literacy and encourage an interest in travel, tourism and hospitality careers among high school students Taking the Challenge Participating in the AAA Travel ... [full story]

The State will require use of Direct Deposit or the U.S. Bank® ReliaCard® Visa® to reduce costs and increase convenience for families Earlier this week Attorney General Hardy Myers announced that the state’s Child Support Program will require customers to receive payments through electronic means, eliminating the necessity of mailing paper checks. By using the state’s Direct Deposit program or the U.S. Bank ReliaCard, the state is able to save significant printing and mailing costs ... [full story]

University's Fowler Memorial Lecture will explore artistic expression in the post 9/11 era. Steve Kurtz, an artist and professor at the State University of New York at Buffalo, will talk about the convergence of art, technology and radical politics during a free public lecture at the University of Oregon on Jan. 25. Kurtz made national headlines several years ago when he was accused of bio terrorism after police found lab equipment and books on bio ... [full story]

Said Tayeb Jawad has been Afghanistan's ambassador to the United States since 2003. After being educated in Afghanistan and Germany, Jawad settled in the United States in 1986, earning a master's degree in business administration from Golden Gate University in San Francisco. He returned to Afghanistan four months after Sept. 11, 2001, to assist in the rebuilding of that nation following the U.S. invasion that toppled the Taliban dictatorship. He worked in a variety of ... [full story]