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Governor`s Alcohol Awareness Month Decree Focuses on Teen Drinking

Problems continue in Oregon; 20 percent of 18- to 25-year olds abuse or are dependent on alcohol and need treatment.

(SALEM, Ore.) - Alcohol abuse and underage drinking continue to plague Oregon, and the health and social consequences are serious, sometimes fatal, according to the Oregon Department of Human Services Addictions and Mental Health Division.

Drinking starts young in this state. Thirty-one percent of Oregon's eighth graders and half the 11th graders reported regular alcohol use last year.

K-9 Takes Down Wanted Man Who Followed Cop in Circles

The suspect refused to comply until Nero arrived on the scene.

(PORTLAND, Ore.) - Friday night, Police say an off-duty female Clackamas County Sheriff's Corrections Deputy was on her way home when she discovered she was being followed- for a considerable amount of time- by a lone male adult driving a maroon Suburban.

Eola Hills Winery Takes Numerous Honors

It seems natural that along with the success of this local business, there would be a long list of Eola Hills wines that are award winners. Here is the rundown, good information before your next wine purchase.

(RICKREALL, Ore.) - Eola Hills Winery in Rickreall, Oregon has been racking up awards throughout a number of Oregon based wine events and festivals.

Their location west of Salem founded by General Manager Tom Huggins, is becoming increasingly popular and their facilities are wide ranging and accommodate a number of different types of festivities and events year round.

Another Best of Show for Honeywood Winery

Honeywood Winery is located in Salem, the heart of Oregon’s great and fertile Willamette Valley.

(SALEM, Ore.) - Honeywood Winery’s 2006 Pinot Noir wine was awarded Best of Show Pinot Noir during the 2008 Astoria Seafood & Wine Festival. Honeywood also received a Gold Medal for its Oregon Pear Wine.

President and Winemaker Marlene Gallick states "This is our second best of show award for our wine this year and we are very excited. The pear wine is one of our best sellers, we have seen sales climb since 2005 when the pear became Oregon’s state fruit. We like to refer to the pear wine as Oregon in a glass."

Teens in Oregon Smoking Less, Drinking Alcohol More

In survey results, 32 percent of Oregon's eighth graders and 44 percent of 11th graders drank alcohol within the past month.

(SALEM, Ore. ) - Cigarette and marijuana smoking are down among Oregon middle and high school students, and alcohol use remains the same for 11th graders but has increased 28 percent for eighth graders, according to the Oregon Department of Human Services Addictions and Mental Health Division.

St. Paddy`s Day Makes Driving More Dangerous

Last year on St. Patrick’s Day, nearly half of the drivers and motorcyclists involved in fatal crashes had a blood alcohol content of .08 or above.

(SALEM, Ore.) - For many Americans, St. Patrick’s Day has become a popular night out to celebrate with friends and family. Unfortunately, due to the large volume of impaired drivers, the night out has also become very dangerous, so it will also be a big night out for increased saturation patrols targeting impaired and dangerous drivers.

Following a few simple precautions can prevent much of the death and destruction from drunk drivers.

Three Injured in DUII Related Crash West of Government Camp

The van's right front passenger reportedly saw the out-of-control driver coming, unbuckled his safety restraints and jumped into the back of the van just before impact.

(GOVERNMENT CAMP, Ore.) - Oregon State Police say three people were injured and one driver is in custody following a two-vehicle crash Wednesday afternoon on Highway 26, about one mile west of Government Camp.

Preliminary information indicates that today at approximately 2:15 PM, a 2008 Nissan Armada SUV was westbound on Highway 26 near milepost 52 when it crossed into the eastbound lanes and crashed nearly head-on with a 1990 Volkswagon Vanagon.

Deputies Hope Drivers Play it Safe Through New Year`s Eve

As we proceed towards New Year's Eve, Oregon Sheriffs ask that everyone act carefully and responsibly. Don't drink or drive at all.

(SALEM, Ore.) - Christmas is a time to share and celebrate with family and friends. But it is also a time for people to drink and drive which could result in unintended tragedies, according to Raul Ramirez with the Oregon State Sheriffs' Association.

Sheriff's offices across the state reported that between December 21st and December 25th, deputies arrested 76 motorists and charged them with Driving Under the Influence of Intoxicants. There were 317 total arrests made during the Christmas Holiday which included 58 various felony charges.

Absinthe Makes Long Awaited Legal Comeback in the U.S.

This year alone, two brands of absinthe that are made according to traditional recipes have been legally imported to the U.S.

(SALEM, Ore.) - "Absinthe" is being consumed legally in the United States for the first time since 1915. The easing of restrictions have seen this unique and sought after green liquor making appearances on liquor store shelves throughout the country.