MEDIA ADVISORY
B-Roll Advisory# 100309-01
Date: March 09, 2010

Oregon National Guard Hosts Bangladesh Dignitaries
Oregon Military Department PAO

SALEM, Ore. – Video includes soldiers and airmen with the Oregon National Guard hosting dignitaries from the Bangladesh Military during a week-long visit for the State Partnership Program, which is designed to share knowledge and foster cultural exchange. Key figures in video include – Maj. Gen. Raymond F. Rees, The Adjutant General, Oregon National Guard, Maj. Gen. Abdul Wadud, Principal Staff Officer of Armed Forces Division, Bangladesh, and Willis L. Van Dusen, Mayor of Astoria. During March 8 visit, Bangladesh dignitaries visited the Portland Air National Guard Base, Portland, Ore., and Camp Rilea on the Northern Oregon Coast.

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Produced by Sgt. 1st Class Kevin Hartman, Oregon Military Department, Public Affairs Office

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Brig. Gen. Mohd Habibur Rahman Khan, Commandant of MIST, Military Institute of Science and Technology and other members of a top military contingent from Bangladesh make their way across the ramp after arriving at the 173rd Fighter Wing for the first visit of its kind to the Southern Oregon Base. Col. James Miller (left), the 173rd Fighter Wing commander showed the three members around the base as well as Maj. Gen. Raymond F. Rees, The Adjutant General, Oregon, and other top leadership from the Oregon National Guard, March 7. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech Sgt. Jeff Thompson, 173rd Fighter Wing Public Affairs Office)


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Col. James Miller (left), the 173rd Fighter Wing Commander, explains Kingsley Field operations to Maj. Gen. Abdul Wadud, Principal Staff Officer Armed Forces Division, Bangladesh the top military member from Bangladesh. Maj. Gen. Raymond F. Rees (center), The Adjutant General, Oregon National Guard, accompanied the Bangladeshi military contingent during their visit, which was part of the State Partnership Program and the first visit of its kind for the Southern Oregon Base in Klamath Falls, Ore., March 7. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech Sgt. Jeff Thompson, 173rd Fighter Wing Public Affairs Office)



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Willis L. Van Dusen, Astoria Mayor, greets Maj. Gen. Abdul Wadud, Principal Staff Officer of Armed Forces Division, Bangladesh, during a tour of Camp Rilea, Ore., March 8. The visit is part of a week long tour designed to foster relations between the Oregon National Guard and the Bangladesh military through the State Partnership Program. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. 1st Class Kevin Hartman, Oregon Military Department Public Affairs Office)



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Maj. Gen. Raymond F. Rees, The Adjutant General, Oregon National Guard, welcomes Maj. Gen. Abdul Wadud, Principal Staff Officer of Armed Forces Division, Bangladesh, to Oregon at the Portland Air National Guard Base, Ore., March 8. The visit is part of a week long tour designed to foster relations between the Oregon National Guard and the Bangladesh military through the State Partnership Program. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. 1st Class Kevin Hartman, Oregon Military Department Public Affairs Office)



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Bangladeshi Maj. Gen. Abdul Wadud, Principal Staff Officer, Armed Forces Division shakes hands with Col. Ronald Kessinger, Chief of Staff, Oregon Air National Guard, during a visit to Portland Air National Guard Base, Portland, Ore., March 8. Wadud is a member of the State Partnership Program, visiting Oregon as part of a week long tour designed to foster relations between the Oregon National Guard and the Bangladesh military. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Tech Sgt. Nick Choy, Oregon Military Department, Public Affairs Office)


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Capt. Charles Patzner, Rear Detachment Commander, Bravo Company, 141 Brigade Support Battalion gives Bangladeshi Brig. Gen. Mohd Habibur Rahman Khan, Acting Commandant, Military Institute of Science & Technology, a tour of a Mobile Kitchen Trailer at Kliever Armory in Portland, Ore., March 8. Khan is a member of the State Partnership Program, visiting Oregon as part of a week long tour designed to foster relations between the Oregon National Guard and the Bangladesh military. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Tech Sgt. Nick Choy, Oregon Military Department, Public Affairs Office)


Attached Media Files: Capt. Charles Patzner, Rear Detachment Commander, Bravo Company, 141 Brigade Support Battalion gives Bangladeshi Brig. Gen. Mohd Habibur Rahman Khan, Acting Commandant, Military Institute of Science & Technology, a tour of a Mobile Kitchen Trailer at Klie , Bangladeshi Maj. Gen. Abdul Wadud, Principal Staff Officer, Armed Forces Division shakes hands with Col. Ronald Kessinger, Chief of Staff, Oregon Air National Guard, during a visit to Portland Air National Guard Base, Portland, Ore., March 8. Wadud is a m , Maj. Gen. Raymond F. Rees, The Adjutant General, Oregon National Guard, welcomes Maj. Gen. Abdul Wadud, Principal Staff Officer of Armed Forces Division, Bangladesh, to Oregon at the Portland Air National Guard Base, Ore., March 8. The visit is part of a , Willis L. Van Dusen, Astoria Mayor, greets Maj. Gen. Abdul Wadud, Principal Staff Officer of Armed Forces Division, Bangladesh, during a tour of Camp Rilea, Ore., March 8. The visit is part of a week long tour designed to foster relations between the Ore , Col. James Miller (left), the 173rd Fighter Wing Commander, explains Kingsley Field operations to Maj. Gen. Abdul Wadud, Principal Staff Officer Armed Forces Division, Bangladesh the top military member from Bangladesh. Maj. Gen. Raymond F. Rees (center), , Brig. Gen. Mohd Habibur Rahman Khan, Commandant of MIST, Military Institute of Science and Technology and other members of a top military contingent from Bangladesh make their way across the ramp after arriving at the 173rd Fighter Wing for the first visi

SALEM, Ore. -- The Oregon National Guard is hosting senior members of the Bangladeshi military during the State Partnership Program Workshop, Mar. 8-11, in Portland, Ore.

The workshop is designed to foster mutual interests and establish long-term relationships between Oregon and Bangladesh. Some of the topics covered during this workshop will be airport security, maritime port security, higher education and business opportunities.

Other dignitaries attending this historic event are James F. Moriarty, U.S. Ambassador to Bangladesh; Akramul Qader, Bangladeshi Ambassador to the United States; and Gen. Craig R. McKinley, Chief of the National Guard Bureau.

Oregon Governor, Ted Kulongoski, is scheduled to have an audience with both ambassadors before attending portions of the workshop.

Senior leaders in the Oregon National Guard, including Maj. Gen. Raymond F. Rees, The Adjutant General, are taking the Bangladeshi military members on a tour of Oregon, including the Oregon Military Department, Anderson Readiness Center and Army Aviation Support Facility in Salem; the Portland Air National Guard Base in Portland, Ore., and Kingsley Field in Klamath Falls prior to the workshop.

The group is scheduled to meet with directors and staff at the Port of Portland, Portland International Airport, and Portland State University. Event organizers say the tours will allow the visitors to get a good grasp of Oregon's military resources, in addition to civilian, business, and educational offerings in the state.

The State Partnership Program currently provides 61 partnerships between states and nations. The program continues to grow, and is endorsed at both the National Guard Bureau level and the State Department.


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Willis L. Van Dusen, Astoria Mayor, greets Maj. Gen. Abdul Wadud, Principal Staff Officer of Armed Forces Division, Bangladesh, during a tour of Camp Rilea, Ore., March 8. The visit is part of a week long tour designed to foster relations between the Oregon National Guard and the Bangladesh military through the State Partnership Program. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. 1st Class Kevin Hartman, Oregon Military Department Public Affairs Office)


Attached Media Files: Willis L. Van Dusen, Astoria Mayor, greets Maj. Gen. Abdul Wadud, Principal Staff Officer of Armed Forces Division, Bangladesh, during a tour of Camp Rilea, Ore., March 8. The visit is part of a week long tour designed to foster relations between the Ore

The Aberdeen School Board will conduct a special meeting in executive session at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, March 10, and again at 8:30 a.m. Saturday, March 13, for the purpose of evaluating and discussing the qualifications of applicants for the position of superintendent.

The meeting will take place in the Board Room of the Administration Building at 216 North G Street in Aberdeen.

For more information, contact Anna Shanks, personnel director, at (360) 538-2004.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE-Education Leaders from LaCrosse and Raymond School Districts Receive Most Effective Administrator Awards

ONLINE AT: www.wasa-oly.org/Content/NavigationMenu/ABOUTWASA/News/PressReleases/Releases/HandyAward2010_A/HandyAward2010a.pdf

Education Leaders from LaCrosse and Raymond School Districts Receive Most Effective Administrator Awards

LaCrosse Schools Principal Doug Curtis was honored for small-size districts and Raymond School District Superintendent Steve Holland received the award in the mid-size district category.

YAKIMA, Washington—Today, the Washington Association of School Administrators (WASA) and PEMCO Insurance recognized Doug Curtis, principal of LaCrosse Schools in LaCrosse School District, and Steve Holland, superintendent of Raymond School District, as recipients of the 2010 Robert J. Handy Most Effective Administrator Awards. Jim Menzies of PEMCO Insurance presented the awards at the WASA Small Schools Conference in Yakima. A third administrator for the large district category will be recognized in May at WASA's Superintendent Workshop in Chelan.

Three awards are presented each year, based on district-size categories, with a $10,000 award equally divided among the winners. Approximately one-third of Washington's school districts are represented in each category. The award can be used for personal or professional growth and/or to support and disseminate information about a successful school or district program. A peer committee selects the winners from nominations that detail how each nominee is taking part in actualizing the nine characteristics of high performing schools/districts as defined by research from the Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction.

During the past ten years at LaCrosse School District, Doug Curtis has provided a supportive environment between the relationships with administrators, staff, parents, and students. He encourages staff in professional development by providing the necessary time needed to focus on instruction and content. He also encourages staff by participating in Critical Friends, which staff meet twice a month to discuss classroom and instructional issues. Mr. Curtis is proactive in the classroom. He visits monthly to observe and give feedback to teachers; and he encourages both staff and students in creating a diverse culture that will create a healthy and accepting environment.

"I am thankful to WASA and PEMCO for this recognition," states Curtis. "I am also very thankful to the LaCrosse School Board, staff, Superintendent Gary Wargo, and community for the opportunity to serve at LaCrosse Schools. The LaCrosse School District is a special place with a very focused and caring staff. I feel very blessed to work with some remarkable educators. I believe that I have learned more from observing and working with our staff than they could have learned from me over the past nine years. This recognition is more of team recognition rather than an individual award. Our staff has truly bought into the concept of "Doing Whatever It Takes" in striving to deliver on our mission of working in partnership with families, youth, and community to prepare students to become responsible citizens, reach their potential, and compete successfully in a changing, challenging, and diverse world. Our staff is in their fifth year of operating as Professional Learning Communities and believes in the importance of working together for student success. Our PLC model (Critical Friends) allows our teachers to discuss ways to support students and teaching strategies to increase student engagement in our classrooms."

Dr. Steve Holland has been a leader for the Raymond School District over the past seven years. He has continuously set goals for administrators, staff, parents, and students. Staff and community members come together through the "Vision Alive Team," which was created by Dr. Holland. This team works together toward developing a data-driven district, including setting goals that will enhance school district morale, improve student work habits, and focus on what is best for students. He also implemented the first formal new teacher program in the district, which includes mentor training. For students, Dr. Holland has guided eligible students to apply for the "College Bound Scholarship Program," in which 84 out of 91 students have enrolled. High school students were able to receive laptops; the first and only small school district to provide this to students. Communications have also improved for everyone under his leadership. A variety of social networking methods have been developed, monthly meetings with classified and certified union reps are ongoing, automated phone calls and emails to parents notify when students are absent, and data reporting systems have been established, which parents and students can monitor performance via internet.

"This award recognizes the hard work of numerous people; whether it's staff, parents, students, or community members, we achieve the results we do because so many are committed to our mission of "Every Child Learning," states Dr. Holland. "It is truly a privilege to work with such dedicated people. I believe it is the role of a leader to help people identify their best vision and then work with them to create the environment that supports that vision. It has been my honor to work with our community for the past seven years to ensure our students have the very best opportunities we can provide. I wish to thank WASA and PEMCO for the honor and for their support of schools."

The Robert J. Handy Most Effective Administrator Awards seek to recognize outstanding public school administrators in Washington State. Robert J. Handy, the awards' namesake, founded the PEMCO Life Insurance Company. Handy was a Seattle school teacher during the Great Depression whose vision of providing low-cost loans to school teachers grew into what is now the School Employees Credit Union of Washington.

The Washington Association of School Administrators is a statewide professional association representing nearly 1,100 members including superintendents, central office administrators, and building principals.

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PORTLAND, Ore. (Mar. 1, 2010) The Oregon Museum of Science and Industry (OMSI) has received a $421,549 grant from the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) for several projects designed to help further the museum's energy and environment initiatives. Included is funding for program development utilizing NASA data for OMSI's Science On a Sphere exhibit, and the purchase of two Magic Planets, a type of portable Science On a Sphere. (Science On a Sphere is a six-foot suspended sphere that uses computers and video projectors to display animated images of planets, the Earth's atmosphere, oceans, and more.)

"We are thankful to NASA for their generous support," said Dr. Ray Vandiver, OMSI Vice President, Center for Learning Experiences. "OMSI has made it an institutional priority to create educational exhibits and programming that will help people better understand the Earth as a dynamic system that we shape through our choices. NASA's grant will provide us with valuable tools to share this important and unique data with our visitors."

Grant funds will also be used to produce traveling versions of the OMSI-created exhibit about satellites, A View from Space. The traveling versions will allow educators to take the exhibit on the road for school presentations. A full-sized version of A View from Space will also be produced as a permanent installation in OMSI's Earth Science Hall. Additional NASA resources will help fund teacher professional development.

OMSI has embarked on long-range master planning for the coming decade and beyond which identifies focus areas in which it is positioned to address community needs. Energy and environment was selected as OMSI's strategic priority to further support the region's focus on sustainability, the community's interest in energy options and technologies, and the importance of science to the understanding of complex systems like climate change. The central venue for presenting the energy and environment initiatives is OMSI's Earth Hall, the future home of A View from Space and where Science On a Sphere currently resides.

About OMSI
Founded in 1944, the Oregon Museum of Science and Industry (OMSI) is one of the nation's leading science museums, a world-class tourist attraction, and an award-winning educational resource for the kid in each of us. OMSI is located at 1945 SE Water Avenue, Portland, OR 97214. For general information, call 503.797.4000 or visit www.omsi.edu.


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An Oregon State Police (OSP) traffic stop early last Friday morning near Ashland led to the arrest of two people and subsequent seizure of over 13 pounds of cocaine.

According to OSP Lieutenant Kelly Collins, on February 19, 2010 at approximately 4:40 a.m. an OSP trooper stopped a 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe displaying Washington license plates northbound on Interstate 5 near milepost 13 for a speed violation. The two occupants were identified as driver RUBEN RAMIREZ-VENTURA, age 24, from Renton, Washington, and female passenger MARISOL PEREZ-ALMONTE, age 28, from Seattle, Washington.

Subsequent investigation related to the traffic stop led to the seizure of 6 kilos of cocaine (approximately 13.2 lbs) concealed in the vehicle. Estimated value of the seized cocaine is approximately $150,000.

Both occupants were taken into custody without incident and lodged in the Jackson County Jail for Unlawful Possession and Distribution of a Controlled Substance – Cocaine, and Conspiracy to Deliver a Controlled Substance – Cocaine. According to Jackson County Jail records, both individuals have Immigration and Customs Enforcement holds listed.

OSP troopers were assisted by OSP Drug Enforcement Section detectives, DEA Task Force, and Rogue Area Drug Enforcement (RADE) team.

Photograph Source: Jackson County Sheriff's Office.

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Coos County District Attorney Paul Frasier announced Monday morning, February 22nd that Gabriel Morris, age 33, was taken into custody without incident by police in Prince William County, Virginia. Gabriel Morris was wanted in connection with the murder of two people in Bandon, Oregon on February 8, 2010. His wife, Jessica Morris, age 33, was also taken into custody on a material witness warrant, and their 4-year old daughter, Kalea, was found and not harmed.

The information provided to District Attorney Frasier at this point is sketchy, however, he was informed that the Morris family had been staying for the last few days with a person who they met online and who lived in Virginia. That person became suspicious of some of the things Morris was telling him and decided to check by looking up Morris on the Internet. During that search, the person discovered Morris was wanted for murder in Oregon and then contacted police in Prince William County.

The police checked out the residence earlier today and saw their Ford Taurus parked in front of the home. Police then summoned their special weapons and tactics team, made contact and found all three of the Morris family. No one was injured during the arrest.

Later today, District Attorney Frasier and several detectives will be flying out to Virginia to conduct further investigations as needed. He anticipates that Gabriel and Jessica Morris will be held in custody and they will be entitled court hearings in Virginia.

It is not known when they will be returned to Coos County. If they decide to contest extradition, it could be several weeks or months before they are returned. If they waive extradition then their return could be in as little as a couple weeks.

District Attorney Frasier thanked all who helped in this investigation, including nationwide media for helping inform the public of this investigation and subsequent search for the Morris family.

Additional Note:

Information from the US Marshals Service advises that the arrest was made by the US Marshals Service Capital Area Regional Task Force (CARFTF) near a residence on Dominion Drive in Dumfries, Virginia.

Gabriel Morris was in Dumfries, Virginia staying with a local resident when community members recognized Morris from an America's Most Wanted episode that aired on February 20th. The tip was called in to the Prince William County Sheriff's Office and was referred to the CARFTF. At the time of the arrest, Morris was armed with a .45 caliber handgun and was driving in a Ford Explorer accompanied by the female homeowner of the residence where he was staying. Morris' wife, Jessica, and their daughter were located in the Ford Taurus. Both vehicles were leaving the residence together when arrested.

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Oregon State Police (OSP) troopers are continuing the investigation into a Thursday morning fatal traffic crash on Highway 101 near Otter Crest that resulted in the death of one person and injuries to five others, four of which were serious or critical.

Preliminary investigation according to OSP Lieutenant Mike Turner indicates on February 18, 2010 at approximately 9:30 a.m. a 1998 Ford Expedition driven by WILLIAM WOOLEY, age 42, from Waldport, was southbound on Highway 101 near milepost 131 when, for an unknown reason, it crossed the centerline and crashed head-on into a northbound 2005 Nissan Altima driven by RICHARD A. WILSON, age 51, from Chehalis, Washington.

RICHARD WILSON was transported by ambulance to Samaritan Pacific Community Hospital where he was pronounced deceased. His passenger/wife, SUSAN LOUISE WILSON, age 53, was seriously injured. She was initially transported by ambulance to North Lincoln Hospital and then transferred by air ambulance to Legacy Emanuel Hospital in Portland. Both were was using safety restraints and the car's airbags deployed.

WOOLEY was seriously injured and transported by ambulance to Samaritan Pacific Community Hospital. He was then transferred to Good Samaritan Hospital in Corvallis.

There were three passengers in the Ford Expedition identified as:

* LUANN C. CLEVELAND, age 40, from Waldport, who was critically injured. She was transported by REACH air ambulance to Good Samaritan Hospital in Corvallis.
* MEGAN FLANAGAN, age 12, from Waldport, who was transported by ambulanced to North Lincoln Hospital with minor injuries.
* ANICA JAMESON, age 12, from Florence, who was seriously injured. She was transported by ground ambulance to North Lincoln Hospital and then transferred by air ambulance to Legacy Emanuel Hospital.

Safety restraint use information by the Ford's occupants is pending confirmation. The vehicle's airbags deployed.

OSP troopers from the Newport Area Command office are continuing the investigation with the assistance of the Lincoln County District Attorney's Office.

Lincoln County Sheriff's Office, Lincoln City Police Department, Depoe Fire Department, Newport Fire Department, Pacific West Ambulance and ODOT assisted. All lanes were re-opened about 12:45 p.m.

Photograph Source: Oregon State Police

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SALEM, Ore – Oregon Emergency Management (OEM) and Senate President Peter Courtney announced today that letters have been sent to public entities that were selected to receive the first round of seismic rehabilitation grants.

Thirteen public education buildings and 11 emergency services facilities will receive funds totaling $15 million dollars. The Seismic Rehabilitation Grant Program (SRGP) provides funds to strengthen public school and emergency service buildings. This will ensure the safety of students and staff in the event of an earthquake and allow emergency service facilities to remain functional.

In 2002, Oregon voters approved Ballot Measures 15 and 16 amending the Constitution to allow the state to issue general obligation bonds for seismic rehabilitation of public education buildings and emergency services buildings. Subsequently, Courtney sponsored a series of companion bills directing a statewide seismic risk assessment, methodology and direction to implement the Seismic Grants Program.

"We know the big one is coming. It's not a matter of if, it's a matter of when," Courtney said. "These grants will mean more of Oregon's schools and emergency facilities will be prepared for that day while creating hundreds of jobs throughout the state."

The committee made its recommendations for funding to Ken Murphy, Director of Oregon Emergency Management who, after thorough review, approved their recommendations.

"This is a very positive step towards saving lives and property in Oregon and could not have been accomplished without Senator Courtney," Murphy said. "We owe him a debt of gratitude."

A 2007 report from Oregon Department of Geology and Mineral Industries shows over 1,000 school and emergency services buildings at high or very high risk for collapse during an earthquake.

For more information about the SRGP, visit Oregon Emergency Management's website at: http://www.oregon.gov/OMD/OEM/index.shtml

Olympia, WA -- West Coast Bank (NASDAQ: WCBO) received a Gold WorkWell Designation on behalf of the Thurston Chamber of Commerce and the Thurston County Public Health and Social Services Department. The award highlighted the Bank's commitment to a healthy workplace with a monthly training program for all employees entitled Health Heroes, healthy recipes in their weekly Intranet newsletter, and special discounts to health clubs and weight loss organizations through employee benefits.

Tim Dowling, Puget Sound Regional President, said, "We are proud to receive this healthy workplace designation once again, as this is a strong focus of our organization."

West Coast Bancorp is a Northwest bank holding company with $2.7 billion in assets, operating 65 locations in Oregon and Washington. The Company combines the sophisticated products and expertise of larger banks with the local decision making, market knowledge and customer service of a community bank. For more information, visit the Company's web site at www.wcb.com.

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ATF AND FIFE POLICE DEPARTMENT RE-ANNOUNCE $10,000 REWARD IN FIRWOOD TAVERN ARSON INVESTIGATION

Seattle, WA — Special Agent in Charge Kelvin N. Crenshaw, of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) Seattle Field Division, and the Fife Police Department today re-announced a $10,000 reward for information leading to the arrest and conviction of the individual(s) responsible for the 2008 "Fabulous Firwood Tavern" fire in Fife, Washington.
The fire occurred May 16, 2008 (Friday), at approximately 4:50AM., at the Fabulous Firwood Tavern located at 8014 Valley Avenue E, in Fife. When fire department personnel arrived they found the tavern engulfed in flames and despite attempts to save it the building was a total loss. Following a joint investigation by ATF and the Fife Police Department it was determined the fire had been deliberately set and investigators believe there are individuals who have knowledge of the person or persons responsible for setting the fire.
"The cowardly act of arson is not only an assault on property but a deliberate attack on a community and its citizens," said Crenshaw. "Arson is a crime of violence where human lives are placed at risk and it is a top investigative priority for ATF. We are asking for the public's help in our effort to apprehend and convict those responsible for this crime. We are confident someone has information about this fire and we encourage them to call us."
Anyone with information on the crime should contact the Arson Alarm Tip-Line at 1-800-55-ARSON or ATF's toll-free, 24-hour tip line at 1-800-ATF-GUNS (800-283-4867) or the Fife Police Department at (206) 922-6633. Callers can remain anonymous.

Three individuals from Washington State were arrested Wednesday afternoon when an Oregon State Police (OSP) traffic stop led to the discovery of three pounds Marijuana, Ecstasy, Illegal prescription medications, and weapons. The value of the seized marijuana is approximately $10,000.

On February 10, 2010 at approximately 12:53 p.m. an OSP trooper from the Springfield Area Command office stopped a 1992 Pontiac passenger car traveling northbound on Interstate 5 near Eugene for several traffic violations. The subsequent investigation led to the discovery of more the 3 pounds of packaged marijuana concealed in the trunk. The trooper also discovered 14 tablets of Ecstasy (MDMA), illegal prescription medications (Vicodin), a stun gun, a collapsible baton, burglar tools and other evidence pertaining to the Unlawful Possession and Distribution of marijuana.

The operator, JUSTIN MITCHELL JOY, age 24, from Lakewood, Washington was taken into custody for Unlawful Possession and Distribution of a Controlled Substance - Marijuana, Unlawful Possession of - MDMA (Ecstasy), and Unlawful Possession of Burglar tools.

The female passenger and owner of the vehicle, HAVAH EISENMANN, age 24, from Republic, Washington was taken into custody for Unlawful Possession and Distribution of a Controlled Substance - Marijuana, and Unlawful Possession of a Controlled Substance - Vicodin.

A male passenger identified as PHILIP ERIC WITKO Jr, age 22, from Kent, Washington was taken into custody for Unlawful Possession and Distribution of a Controlled Substance - Marijuana, and Felon in Possession of a Restricted Weapon (Stun Gun).

All three were lodged at the Lane County Jail.

Photograph Source: Oregon State Police

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Olympia, WA— West Coast Bank has promoted Puget Sound Commercial Banking Assistant Relationship Manager Crystal Zabala to Assistant Vice President. She joined the company in 2004 and has been working with credit underwriting, customer support and portfolio management since that time.

Zabala serves as community service chair of the Tumwater Rotary Club board of directors and also volunteers for local charities throughout the year. She received her Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration from Western Washington University.

West Coast Bancorp, (NASDAQ: WCBO), is a Northwest bank holding company with $2.7 billion in assets, operating 65 locations in Oregon and Washington. The Company combines the sophisticated products and expertise of larger banks with the local decision making, market knowledge and customer service of a community bank. For more information, visit the Company's web site at www.wcb.com.

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