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‘Haitians Are Not Eating Pets’: Springfield Faith Leaders Stand with Embattled Migrants

“Jesus said that He is the way, the truth and the life. Jesus is with us in truth. And the truth is that Haitians are not eating pets in Springfield,” said the Rev. Carl Ruby, gripping the pulpit of Central Christian Church in Springfield, Ohio. Moments later, the 60-person congregation rose to its feet, applauding […]
Written by The Roys Report September 17, 2024September 17, 2024

Know The Risk Factors for Stroke

Lifestyle, Genetics, and Certain Exposures Put Some People in the Crosshairs. Take Control, Now. Introduction A stroke occurs when the blood supply to part of the brain is interrupted or reduced, depriving brain tissue of oxygen and nutrients. Within minutes, brain cells begin to die, leading to lasting brain damage, disability, or even death. Strokes […]
Written by Dr. James Lyons- Weiler September 16, 2024September 16, 2024

US Department of Labor sues R.B. Pamplin Corporation and owner to recover millions in retirement funds for pension plan participants

Pension plan unlawfully acquired real estate property   PORTLAND, OR – The U.S. Department of Labor has filed suit in the U.S. District Court for the District of Oregon against Dr. Robert B. Pamplin Jr. and R.B. Pamplin Corporation for jeopardizing millions of dollars in retirement funds for thousands of employees because of the unlawful acquisition […]
Written by Press Release September 15, 2024September 15, 2024

Opinion: Metro, Please Learn from Past Mistakes

The Oregon Convention Center (OCC) was opened in 1990 with the backing of Metro, the Portland regional government. It was opened to create more economic growth opportunities in Portland. In 2003 the convention center was underperforming, and Metro made the decision to upgrade. This renovation came with the promise of generating surplus revenue. Unfortunately, the […]
Written by Seth Bowman September 12, 2024September 12, 2024

More fall salmon fishing in store for the Columbia River

CLACKAMAS, Ore.—Fishery managers from Oregon and Washington added additional recreational salmon fishing days in the mainstem Columbia River during a joint state hearing yesterday afternoon. Chinook fishing at Buoy 10, which had closed Sept. 4, will reopen from Sept. 12-22 and the daily adult bag limit will increase to three salmon (no more than one […]
Written by Press Release September 12, 2024September 12, 2024

Navy Parachute Team jumps into Pendleton Round-up 2024

PENDLETON, Ore. – The Navy Parachute Team, the “Leap Frogs,” is slated to perform several parachute demonstrations into Pendleton Round-up 2024 Rodeo Arena, September 12 to 14. The Leap Frogs are the official demonstration team of the United States Navy and are part of the Naval Special Warfare Command. The Leap Frogs are comprised of […]
Written by Press Release September 12, 2024September 16, 2024

US Governors: “We Will Not Comply” With United Nations’ WHO Power Grab

More than half of the nation’s governors declared that they will not comply with the United Nations World Health Organization (UN WHO) and its attempt to usurp vast new powers. Read their words… More than half of the nation’s governors declared publicly that they will not comply with the United Nations World Health Organization (UN […]
Written by Alex Newman September 11, 2024September 11, 2024

Ninth Circuit Refuses to Hold Facebook Accountable for Working With the Government to Censor, Suppress Disfavored Ideas and Speech

PASADENA, Calif. — In a 2-1 decision, the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals dismissed a lawsuit brought by Children’s Health Defense (“CHD”) against Meta Platforms for restricting CHD’s posts, fundraising, and advertising on Facebook following communications between Meta and federal government officials. The Rutherford Institute had filed an amicus brief in Children’s Health Defense v. […]
Written by John W. Whitehead September 11, 2024September 11, 2024

Opinion: Rising Costs and Diminishing Returns

The Oregon Legislature has mandated that large utilities deliver 100% emissions-free electricity by 2040. Since coal and natural gas account for more than 45% of Oregon’s electricity generation, replacing those fuels with emission-free alternatives will be difficult. Moreover, the closer Oregon gets to 100% reduction, the more expensive it will get. This challenge stems from […]
Written by Brittany Hjelte September 10, 2024September 11, 2024

God’s Florist Shop

God would make a great florist. He designed among flowers a variety of shapes, fragrances, and various colors. He made them fragile enough to be crushed with a boot, yet strong enough to withstand heavy rains and pelting hail. God planted at least three gardens: Garden of Eden – “The Lord God planted a garden […]
Written by Marlon Furtado September 10, 2024September 11, 2024

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