Editorial

Editorial: OSU as public corporation? Let’s talk (Nov. 19)

A report released Wednesday by a former president of the University of Oregon recommends that the state convert one or all of its three largest universities, including Oregon State, into public corporations, a move the report said would help the universities become more financially indepe…

Nov 19, 2009 | 1:00 am | Loading…

Editorial: District facing example of a hard truth (Nov. 18)

Next month, Corvallis School District trustees will decide the fate of the district's full-day kindergarten program. It's a tough decision, but it boils down to a brutal truth - the district can't afford the program anymore.

Nov 18, 2009 | 12:45 am | Loading…

Editorial: This time, it’s OK to say it: Go Ducks! (Nov. 17)

The citizens of Beaver Nation have agonized long and hard, but it sounds as if they’ve finally made their peace with a cold, hard truth:

Nov 17, 2009 | 3:00 am | Loading…

Editorial: If unpleasant, fiscal woes should stimulate debate

We’ve written a lot in this space and elsewhere about honors that have been bestowed upon Corvallis and Oregon by various national groups and publications.

Nov 16, 2009 | 9:05 am | Loading…

Editorial: If unpleasant, fiscal woes should stimulate debate (Nov. 14)

We've written a lot in this space and elsewhere about honors that have been bestowed upon Corvallis and Oregon by various national groups and publications.

Nov 14, 2009 | 1:00 am | Loading…

Roses ‘n’ Raspberries (Nov. 13)

ROSE (roz) n. One of the most beautiful of all flowers, a symbol of fragrance and loveliness. Often given as a sign of appreciation.

Nov 13, 2009 | 12:30 am | Loading…

Editorial: Fight this flu symptom: lack of information (Nov. 12)

We've already learned a lot as we cope with the spread of the H1N1 flu virus: Cough into your elbow. Sing "Happy Birthday" twice as you wash your hands with soap and water. Keep that hand sanitizer handy.

Nov 12, 2009 | 2:30 am | Loading…

Editorial: Message from long ago still resonates (Nov. 11)

The creators of Armistice Day, the holiday that became the day we celebrate today as Veterans Day, thought they were marking the end of the "war to end all wars."

Nov 11, 2009 | 1:30 am | Loading…

Editorial: This day calls for pride and gratitude (Nov. 11)

It's just as true as it was 90 years ago: The men and women in our armed forces bear a heavy responsibility

Nov 10, 2009 | 6:20 pm | Loading…

Editorial: Open-space proposal raises a host of questions (Nov. 10)

Does Corvallis need additional parkland and open space?

Nov 10, 2009 | 2:30 am | Loading…

Editorial: Hours long, pay is short for job of mayor (Nov. 9)

Help wanted: Progressive, beautiful, process-oriented university town on the banks of the Willamette River seeks a mayor. Must have plenty of free time and energy, considerable patience for process and an endless ability to be a cheerleader for the town. Must be comfortable with low pay (…

Nov 09, 2009 | 1:15 am | Loading…

Roses ‘n' Raspberries (Nov. 6)

ROSE (roz) n. One of the most beautiful of all flowers, a symbol of fragrance and loveliness. Often given as a sign of appreciation.

Nov 06, 2009 | 1:00 am | Loading…

Editorial: Election’s lesson: It’s still about economy (Nov. 5)

Here's what we learned for sure in Tuesday's national elections: Voters still seem to be worried about the economy.

Nov 05, 2009 | 12:45 am | Loading…

Editorial: Morse valued in Salem, regardless of role (Nov. 4)

When Sen. Frank Morse visited our offices a few weeks back to chat with the editorial board, he was anticipating an afternoon spent with his grandsons.

Nov 04, 2009 | 4:00 am | Loading…

Editorial: Keep public aboard as OSU moves ahead (Nov. 3)

If you've become accustomed to the pace at which Oregon State University typically tackles big initiatives - let's be generous and call it, well, carefully paced and deliberative - the speed at which the university is approaching its "OSU 2025" overhaul will be a shock to the system.

Nov 03, 2009 | 12:00 am | Loading…

Editorial: Job numbers fall short of job promises

We want to believe the government's claims that President Barack Obama's economic stimulus plan has helped to create or save nearly 650,000 jobs.

Nov 01, 2009 | 10:30 pm | Loading…

Editorial: Red-light video needs a review

After two years of handing out tickets to red-light runners at Queen Avenue and Geary Street, it's time for Albany to re-evaluate whether those cameras do any good and whether they are worth keeping, let alone duplicating at some other intersection.

Oct 31, 2009 | 11:30 pm | Loading…

Viewpoint: Red-light video needs a review

After two years of handing out tickets to red-light runners at Queen Avenue and Geary Street, it's time for Albany to re-evaluate whether those cameras do any good and whether they are worth keeping, let alone duplicating at some other intersection.

Oct 31, 2009 | 11:20 pm | Loading…

Roses ‘n’ Raspberries (Oct. 30)

ROSE (roz) n. One of the most beautiful of all flowers, a symbol of fragrance and loveliness. Often given as a sign of appreciation.

Oct 30, 2009 | 3:00 am | Loading…

Editorial: Fearing the wrong foes can backfire

On Oct. 16, police were summoned to Sankey Park in Sweet Home about 5:30 p.m. to investigate a boy who was setting something on fire. The boy told police he was setting spiders on fire. He and his friends were ordered out of the park for the rest of the day.

Oct 29, 2009 | 3:15 pm | Loading…

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