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2-22-12 OREGON LAWMAKERS TO CONSIDER FUNER...
State lawmakers are considering a bill that would crackdown on unruly behavior near funerals. The bill would make it a Class "A" misdemeanor for "loud, rude, rough, course or disrespectful" behavior within 200 feet of a property where a funeral is being held. The bill is an effort to protect grieving individuals and families from aggressive protests like the Westboro Baptist Church of Topeka, Kansas.
2-22-12 MAN CHARGED WITH ARSON AND ANIMAL ...
Late last week, Medford Police and Fire responded to a house fire in the 1000 block of Olympic Avenue. The female resident was not home at the time of the fire, but a pet rabbit died and a cat was injured. During the investigation, 25-year-old Darryl Wayne Smith showed up at the scene. It was determined he had a restraining order against him. Later on, police determined the fire was arson, resulting in probable cause to arrest Smith, who was charged with arson and animal abuse.
2-22-12 AUTOPSY RESULTS RELEASED IN DEATH ...
Autopsy results have been released in the death of a 14-year-old Eagle Point girl. Police say Ashley Long died from an air embolism after inhaling a helium gas mixture from a pressurized canister. At about 11:00 p.m. on Saturday, police and medical personnel responded to a Medford apartment where they found the girl unconcious and not breathing. Several other teens were present at the time. The resident of the apartment, 27-year-old Diane McAloon, has been charged with furnishing alcohol and marijuana to minors.
2-21-12 GRANTS PASS CYCLIST CAUSES THREE A...
For the third time in less than three weeks, a Grants Pass bicyclist was involved in an accident. The latest incident occured Sunday night when 64-year-old Arthur Leslie Cox failed to stop at a stop sign and was hit by a pickup. Cox received non-life threatening injuries. On February 4th and February 10th, Cox was also involved in accidents. In all three cases, he was found to be at fault and issued citations.
2-21-12 ROBBER TARGETS SANDWICH SHOPS OVER...
Medford Police responded to an armed robbery at Quiznos on Friday evening. Police say a lone man entered the shop wearing a ski mask, armed with what appeared to be a handgun, and demanded cash. The employees did not cooperate, the suspect left without obtaining money. At about 9:00 p.m. on Sunday, police responded to a robbery at Subway on Biddle Road. The suspect fled the scene after receiving an undisclosed amount of cash. Police believe the same man was involved in both cases.
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WEDNESDAY 02-22-2012 Topics today include OMMP cards for out of staters, Expensive gas...but ignore the calls for war?? State Rep. Richardson, LT. Budreau, Will Reishman all guests this morning.
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PROGRAM NOTE - I'll be on vacation for a little R&R Thursday and Friday. I'll be back Monday morning, and then I have the privilege of interviewing this incredible man - Joel Salatin. (7:35am Monday)
KMED is proud to support Project Rogue Valley as we welcome Joel Salatin, one of America’s most influential farmers, to the Rogue Valley. 3/15 and 3/16. More Info and purchase tickets at www.JCLAC.org.
(from their website) Joel raises cattle using ecologically beneficial sustainable agriculture on his family-owned, local-market farm in Virginia’s Shenandoah Valley. On his Polyface Farm, the animals live according to their “-ness,” their health and happiness are key, and the earth is used for symbiosis. His unconventional approach to producing pasture-based meat brings high quality “beyond organic” results.
Joel travels in the winter giving lectures and demonstrations throughout the country. A self-described “Christian-libertarian-environmentalist-capitalist farmer,” he sees himself in the redemption business: healing the land, healing the food, healing the economy and healing the culture. He is the author of a number of books including Everything I Want to Do is Illegal, Sheer Ectasy of Being a Lunatic Farmer, Salad Bar Beef, and his latest, Folks, This Ain’t Normal.
Oh, is this going to be a great event! Hope to see you there.
ARE WE REALLY THE WORST PEOPLE IN THE WORLD? (I don't think so...)
Was chatting with a listener about crime, and happened to look up government stats on jail and prisons. The numbers are chilling, considering we refer to ourselves as the "land of the free". 1 in 142 Americans are in prison, 1 out of 32 are under prison supervision. This imprisonment rate is 3 times that of 1980. Are we really 3 times more evil today? I don't think so. Not only are we witnessing the death of the social welfare state, but we're going to be forced to de-escalate the "War Against Drugs Government Doesn't Like". Can't afford to lock everyone up at this rate.
GUEST INFORMATION FOR 02-22-2012
7:10 State Representative Dennis Richardson talks of the medical reform in Oregon, the Community Care Organizations, and how this could be a game changer for public medical care.
7:35 Crimtestoppers with Lt. Mike Budreau
8:10 Will Reishman at Strategic Financial (773-7774) and we kick around the financial situation of Europe and the U.S., how Credit Default Swaps work, and why this is the proverbial "Sword of Damocles" hanging over the world markets.
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How Does Your Garden Grow?
Jul 29, 2011 10:12am
Your source for year-round gardening, tree, and landscaping advice! Stan Mapolski is The Rogue Gardener...and he takes your calls Saturday mornings from 9:00 'til 10:00.
Minding Your Money
Jul 29, 2011 10:19am
Solid advice and information during these unsettling times...Doug Stone from Seacrest Wealth Management will show you how to practically manage your finances and keep more of your hard-earned dollar! Saturday morning at 11:00 on KMED.
The Right Buy
Jul 29, 2011 10:47am
Join local realtors Pete Belcastro and Joe Brett Saturday morning at 10:00 for the Rogue Valley's only radio show dedicated to buying or selling your home along with local guest experts on title, mortgage, and home renovations.
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