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Illinois Valley News, Cave Junction, OR Wednesday, May 7, 2003 ID theft bills aimed at aid for buyers Two bills to protect con- sumers from identity theft passed the House Floor last week that will increase penal- ties for those trying to perpe- trate fraud. Both bills, sponsored by House Majority Leader Tim Knopp (R-Bend), passed with bipartisan support and are headed to the Senate. “Oregon has seen a dra- matic increase in identity theft over the past two years, and I thought it was important to bring forth legislation that would protect Oregonians from these crimes,” Knopp said. House Bill 3318 increased the penalty for unlawful pro- duction of identification cards, licenses, permits, forms or camera cards. They will now be punished by a maximum of five years imprisonment, a $100,000 fine, or both. Currently, identity theft is a Class A misdemeanor, House Bill 3318 will change it to a Class C felony. The bill passed with a 54-0 vote. House Bill 3316 passed the House with a 48-1 vote. It permits merchants who accept credit cards or debit cards to require that the card holder provides identification. Cur- rently, some merchants are not allowed to require identifica- tion due to contracts with the card issuer. “Both of these bills are designed to protect the con- sumer,” Knopp said. “We want to make sure people are protected from identify theft and have recourse if they are victims of this type of crime.” IVHS School Menu - Sponsored by SISKIYOU COMMUNITY HEALTH CENTER RCC’s Randy Wade cited for organizational skills FIFTH-WHEEL FIRE - Illinois Valley Fire District volunteer and staff firefighters responded on Saturday, May 3 to a mid-morning alarm at 600 Pinewood Way. Firefighters found that a blan- ket had burned and that a TV and VCR were damaged by fire of unknown origin. The fifth- wheel was unoccupied, and the property owner is Pat Woods, said the fire district. No esti- mate of monetary loss due to damage was available. OSU, others look at cancer compounds Three major research pro- grams at Oregon State Univer- sity (OSU) are joining forces under a new five-year, $6.8 million grant from the Na- tional Cancer Institute to iden- tify how well some natural dietary compounds can pre- vent cancer in animals, hu- mans and even fetuses. This “program project” is one of a select few funded by this federal agency each year. It will help scientists from OSU’s Linus Pauling Institute and the Marine Freshwater Biomedical Sciences Center work more effectively with other programs at the univer- sity to scientifically demon- strate the value - or perhaps even risks - of using certain IVHS Activities Calendar Brought to you by the folks at 592-3556 Cave Jct . 469-7545 319 Caves Hwy. Brookings/ Harbor 592-4111 471-RIVR THURSDAY, MAY 8 *Cheeseburger, chicken sandwich, hamburger, tur- key & cheese sub, ham & cheese sub, Chef salad, Mandarin chicken salad, vegetarian pizza, pepperoni pizza, nachos, spaghetti & breadstick FRIDAY, MAY 9 *Cheeseburger, chicken sandwich, hamburger, turkey & cheese sub, roast beef sub, Chef salad, Mandarin chicken salad, Hawaiian pizza, pepperoni pizza, beef tacos, hot dog & fries MONDAY, MAY 5 *No classes TUESDAY, MAY 13 *Cheeseburger, chicken sandwich, hamburger, turkey & cheese sub, roast beef sub, Chef salad, Mandarin chicken salad, sausage pizza, supreme pizza, beef & bean burrito, rib-b-que & potato wedge WEDNESDAY, MAY 14 *Cheeseburger, chicken sandwich, hamburger, turkey & cheese sub, veggie sub, Chef salad, Mandarin chicken salad, cheese pizza, pepperoni pizza, taco salad, chicken nuggets Page 19 THURSDAY, MAY 8 *IVHS Spring Concert 7 p.m. Boys golf at Running ‘Y’ 10 a.m. SATURDAY, MAY 10 *Girls softball at Henley Noon - Doubleheader *Boys baseball vs. Henley - Doubleheader Here - Noon *Track at Mazama 10 a.m. MONDAY, MAY 12 *Boys golf at Running ‘Y’ Noon TUESDAY, MAY 13 *Girls softball vs. Lakeview Here - 4:30 p.m. *Boys baseball at Lakeview - Here - 4:30 p.m. *Boys golf at Grants Pass 1 p.m. *Fishwatch to Forks State Park - 11:30 a.m. WEDNESDAY, MAY 14 *ROTC Awards Banquet 6:30 p.m. *OSSOM meeting - ROTC Lunch *Site Meeting - 3:30 p.m. foods or supplements in the fight against cancer in the United States and around the world. Among the compounds of particular interest are chloro- phyllin, a derivative of the natural chlorophyll found in green vegetables; the polyphe- nols found in green or white tea; and indole-3-carbinol, a phytochemical found in many vegetables. The wide-ranging re- search efforts will explore the value of these compounds in different forms of cancer, in- cluding colon, liver, lung, and stomach cancer. The principal investiga- tors in the project are profes- sors Rod Dashwood and pro- fessor David Williams, and George Bailey. One of the projects that has already attracted interna- tional interest is Bailey’s work with chlorophyllin. In an ear- lier study in China that was published in the “Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences,” researchers showed that inexpensive daily supple- ments of chlorophyllin could greatly reduce the DNA dam- age caused by aflatoxin con- tamination in the diet. This is a major health problem in some parts of the world, including parts of China where one in 10 adults die from liver cancer. Evi- dence suggests chlorophyllin supplements could cut the mortality rate by more than half. Now, in combinations of animal, laboratory and human tests, researchers want to find out how natural chlorophyll acts compared to the supple- ment chlorophyllin, what mechanisms are involved, and what types of cancer might be affected - among those of in- terest are liver, colon and smoking - related lung cancer. And they will explore how different chemopreven- tive agents would work to- gether, such as chlorophyllin and antitoxidants. In other research, Dash- wood’s project will examine the cancer preventive effects of green and white tea, both of which appear to lessen the risk of colon, small intestine and stomach cancer in animal studies. Researchers want to know how the polyphenols in certain types of tea work to prevent DNA damage from mutagens, and whether they can also help prevent previously mu- tated cells from progressing into cancer, especially in the gastrointestinal tract. In a third study, Williams will take the study of carcino- gens even further, examining their effects on a human fetus. “We already know that fetuses can be fairly vulner- able to the toxic effects of car- cinogens, which can cause cancer or birth defects and may relate to some miscar- riages,” Williams said. “So the question becomes, can we protect fetuses from chemicals that might cross the placental barrier?” Williams will study chlorophyllin, both caffein- ated and decaffeinated green tea, and indole-3-carbinol in his studies. In all this research, the scientists say they will exam- ine not only the potential benefits of foods and supple- ments but also possible risks. It may even be, the scien- tists said, that the same com- pound that has a benefit for an adult may interact quite differ- ently with a fetus, or that peo- ple with certain genetic makeup may be more predis- posed to cancer than others and could therefore benefit from different nutritional ap- proaches. The long-term goal of this research, the scientists say, is to provide scientifically credi- ble information about the types of diet, lifestyle changes and supplements that may pro- vide optimal health and pro- tect against disease. starting at 3 p.m. May 23 on the RCC Riverside Campus, Building F-1, Medford. Wade has taught at RCC for 18 years, coming from Emporia State College in Kan- sas. He will attend the annual NISOD conference May 25- 28 in Austin, Texas. In nominating Wade, RCC instructor Marie Mueller cited his respect for the value of education and for his col- leagues. She also noted his commitment to professional growth and college commit- tees, adding that students and faculty seek out his advice. “He understands how the classes combine to provide a well-rounded degree or certifi- cate and is able to share that concept. Even his jokes are relevant,” Mueller said. “As a teacher you know what you do is important, and you do it because you love it and for the students,” Wade said. “But it’s nice to have peers recognize your work. “I can’t imagine doing anything other than teaching.” CONE TEN POTTERY Studio & Gallery CLAY AND POTTERY TOOLS FOR SALE 360 Caves Highway (541) 592-4646 Classes and Membership *Confidential business consultation-free of charge *Now offering counseling in Illinois Valley *Affordable business-related training *Comprehensive business library 214 SW 4th Street, Grants Pass - 1-800-411-6508 Ext. 7494 Phone today - let us help you succeed http://www.roguecc.edu/sbdc Closed Tuesdays & Wednesdays Riverside Physical Full Rehabilitation Services: •Physical Therapy •Occupational Therapy •Speech Therapy TWO LOCATIONS TO SERVE YOU Cave Junction Office 218 N. Redwood Hwy. (541) 592-6580 grants Pass Office 1619 N.W. Hawthorne Ave. President John Quincy Adams owned a pet alligator, which he kept in the East Room of the White House Randy Wade, an instruc- tor and department head with Rogue Community College’s (RCC) Business Technology Department, has been named recipient of the 2003 National Institute for Staff and Organ- izational Development (NISOD) Excellence Award. The college’s Teaching and Learning Committee se- lected Wade to receive the honor. He was among a field of six instructors nominated by faculty, managers, and staff. Criteria included full campus involvement, teaching impact, and encouraging open access. NISOD, which empha- sizes “the importance of teaching excellence in open- door settings,” is in its 24th year of recognizing out- standing faculty members in community colleges world- wide. Also nominated were Niki Coulter, Connie Denham, Bob Hutsell, Dennis Kimzey, and Chip Phillips. The group will be honored at a reception Suite 109 (541) 476-2502 •Mike Johnson, P.T. •Jeff Wood, M.S., P.T. Bee Robinson and Family would like to thank all our friends for their prayers, cards, food, and concern; after the passing of Les Robinson- husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather and best friend.