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Mary Rolfe, veteran bus driver, is beginning her 31th year behind the wheel. (Photo by I.V. News)

• State finances not looking so healthy
  So says budget member Richardson

  A bleak financial future is faced by the state of Oregon due to rampant government expansion and spending and the growing demands of its Public Employees Retirement System (PERS).

• Voter guide offers views of candidates

  More than 1.7 million Voters Pamphlets for the May 18 vote-by-mail primary election have been mailed, said the state Elections Division.

• Dr. Robinson aiming for 4th District seat

  Arthur Robinson, an Illinois Valley resident and Oregon 4th Congressional District candidate, addressed voters during the Wednesday, April 21 KAJO Radio talk show, based out of Grants Pass.

• Commish candidates“ coffers counted

  Incumbent Josephine County Commissioner Dave Toler has lost the fund-raising advantage in the 11-man race for his seat, but has more cash saved than any of his rivals.

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• JoCo jobs up; but unemployment 15.1%
• Sheriff“s volunteer unit seeks members
• Nixle keeps citizens aware of emergencies
• Hope Mt. Stewardship successful
• Herbal Pharmacy classes set at Frog Farm in May

Top stories from last week: Apr 21, 2010

• Tax Day Tea Party crowd wants end to federal growth
• Medical marijuana work ruling issued
• Ron Maurer lists qualifications as state schools superintendent
• Bill Sizemore now free to raise funds for his gubernatorial campaign
• Business groups seek stories regarding tax effects

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