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Stormy Weather Makes Dangerous Conditions on Oregon Coast

Coast Guard urges caution for forecast weather conditions and "King Tides"

(ASTORIA, Ore.) - The Coast Guard would like to make the public aware of dangerous conditions expected to occur offshore and along the coastal Pacific Northwest this weekend, starting as early as Friday.

The National Weather Service has issued storm warnings, high wind advisories and hazardous seas warnings for much of the Washington and Oregon coasts, lasting as late as Saturday evening.

Joe Biden is Now President-Elect
Kamala Harris is the Vice President-Elect

The question remains: how did a misogynist, racist, lying, incompetent and corrupt person garner 47% of the vote?

(SAN FRANCISCO, Calif.) - Thankfully, Joe Biden has finally been declared the winner of the presidential election. Vice President-elect Kamala Harris will be the first woman, the first Black woman, the first Indian-American woman and the first daughter of immigrants to be elected as vice president.

Our democracy couldn’t withstand another four years of Donald Trump.

Purdue Pharma - I don`t answer your questions - you answer my questions!

The questions in their email are too ludicrous for me to respond.

(MYRTLE BEACH, SC) - On September 29, 2020 I wrote an article for Salem-News.com entitled "Janel R. Miller, Deceased Will Not Be Another Statistic in the Opioid Epidemic!"

My editor at Salem-News.com received an email from the criminally convicted pharmaceutical company, Purdue Pharma, maker of OxyContin. The subject of the email was "Follow-up question regarding your media article."

Tim King: Gone to Heaven`s Streets

His real legacy is the people he helped and encouraged along the way.

(JACKSON, Miss.) - When I heard from Bonnie King about Tim's unexpected death, I had a sense of disbelief, followed by denial - and then finally acceptance leavened by a measure of despair.

There are too few good people fighting against the forces of darkness that threaten to engulf all of us, and he was one of the very good ones.

Are people dying of COVID-19 or with COVID-19?

Is fear consuming us rather than good common sense and demanding answers?

(MYRTLE BEACH, SC) - The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has been releasing data almost on a daily basis for months, updating their findings on COVID-19, a virus which has invaded every country in the world -- though we knew little about what made it tick.

Much of the information contradicts itself and is a roller coaster of fact or fiction.

How Entrepreneurs Can Achieve their End-of-Year Goals in 2020

The best business leaders are incredibly efficient with their time management.

(SALEM, Ore.) - To understate the obvious, 2020 has not been a normal year. Yet, despite the many disruptions and challenges of the past seven or so months, many business owners and entrepreneurs have managed to survive –– and even thrive –– during the first three quarters of the calendar year.

Now, as we approach the end of 2020, it’s crucial for business leaders to focus on meeting their annual goals and finishing out the year on a high note.

Tim King: Boldly Leading Where Others Wouldn`t Dare

How do you come to terms with the unexpected and tragic death of a real-life superhero?

(SEATTLE, WA) - I first met Tim while working at KATU News in Portland, OR in the mid 2000’s. Being a journalist meant something different then, although Tim’s reports never wavered from what were basic tenets at the time: fairness, accuracy, impartiality, objectivity, accountability, truthfulness and justice. This was the ethos of Tim.

Tim was the Salem photographer for KATU.

Do I Need a Trust if I Already Have a Will? The Answers May Surprise You

In most states, family can't go through probate court without legal representation.

(SALEM, Ore.) - Picture this: You are on your deathbed, surrounded by your loving family. You've had an illustrious career and accumulated a small fortune that will cater for your family long after you are gone.

Indeed, you even had the foresight to draft a will specifying what happens to your estate after your death. Your family is set for life, right?

The Many Reasons Why Nursing is of Great Importance

Nurses are the lifeblood of medical institutions

(SALEM, Ore.) - Nursing is one of the most vital services in American society, due to how these professionals are working tirelessly to help others and provide medical care.

Nurses can be found in virtually every single sector of the health industry, making nursing one of the most versatile careers an individual can pursue.

Understanding Financial Hardship Options in Oregon due to COVID-19

The goal is always to pay the bills each month

(SALEM, Ore.) - You may have to decide which bills you are going to pay each month or end each month with under $100 left in your bank account.

This is an extremely difficult time for many folks in Salem and in Oregon as a whole, so the purpose of this article is to shed some light on different options you have when the bills exceed the income, and it’s impossible to stay afloat.