The Albany Banner Brigade provided a Thanksgiving message for its eighth banner drop on Nov. 22 from the Santiam Highway overpass at I-5.
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Albany Banner Brigade holds ninth I-5 banner drop
The Albany Banner Brigade held its holiday edition banner drop today over I-5 from both sides of the Santiam Highway overpass. Organized by Albany Region Indivisible, tt was the brigade's ninth banner drop since Aug; 30. Fifteen people participated.
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Friday Honk & Wave protests continue
The weekly Honk & Wave protests are scheduled for 3 to 5 p.m. Fridays on Ellsworth Street at Fourth Avenue in Albany and along Main Street at Academy Square. The Honk & Waves are organized by Albany Region Indivisible and East Linn Indivisible.
Oregon Democrats strongly endorse governor's re-election bid
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Gov. Tina Kotek
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Linn Dems Chair Ben Watts, far right, listens as Susan Leonard announces coming events during the Dec 4 Central Committee Meeting and Holiday Party at Santiam Place Wedding & Event Hall in Lebanon.
Linn County Dems ring in the holidays
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The Linn County Democrats, in what has become a December tradition, held our Central Committee meeting and holiday party Dec. 4 at festive Santiam Place Wedding & Event Hall in Lebanon.
People brought more than 100 food and care items and a $20 cash donation for Fish of Lebanon. A big thank you to Elaine Wilder for coordinating the food drive and delivering the items to Fish on Dec. 5. Bids for three holiday gift baskets brought in $250 for the Linn Dems. The evening included tasty holiday treats and a. variety of hot chocolate. Thanks to Nichole Case, Jackie Montague and Cindy Bethell for organizing the event. |
Jackie Montague and Nichole Case
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Susan and Mark Leonard
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'Day without an Immigrant' observances planned
The "Day without an Immigrant) is being organized by PCUN to stand with Immigrant workers:
"Immigrant workers are the backbone some of Oregon's most important sectors. We came here following the American dream, and to build a better life for our families.
We work the jobs nobody else will do. Backbreaking. Low paid. Dangerous labor. We helped make this country one of the richest countries in the world. We're not criminals, we're families, workers, PEOPLE!
We have seen an overwhelming increase in ICE and Border Patrol in our communities, terrorizing our children, destabilizing our local business, harming our community. As farmworkers, one of our most powerful messages is that we're the workers that feed America. Without us America doesn't eat. It will be important that we start to own that power, and gain commitments from immigrants and allies alike to deny economic participation. No work. No shopping. No school. Join our cause!"
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Human Rights / ICE Watch Courses
(For locations, contact Nancy Greenman)
• Dec. 7, 11:30 a.m.
• Dec. 10, 6 p.m.
• Dec. 11, 6 p.m.
• Dec. 14, Noon
"Immigrant workers are the backbone some of Oregon's most important sectors. We came here following the American dream, and to build a better life for our families.
We work the jobs nobody else will do. Backbreaking. Low paid. Dangerous labor. We helped make this country one of the richest countries in the world. We're not criminals, we're families, workers, PEOPLE!
We have seen an overwhelming increase in ICE and Border Patrol in our communities, terrorizing our children, destabilizing our local business, harming our community. As farmworkers, one of our most powerful messages is that we're the workers that feed America. Without us America doesn't eat. It will be important that we start to own that power, and gain commitments from immigrants and allies alike to deny economic participation. No work. No shopping. No school. Join our cause!"
- Dec 18 — International Migrants Day
- Jan. 19 — MLK Day
- Feb. 16, 2026
- March 16, 2026
- April 1, 2026
- May 1, 2026 — International Workers Day
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Human Rights / ICE Watch Courses
(For locations, contact Nancy Greenman)
• Dec. 7, 11:30 a.m.
• Dec. 10, 6 p.m.
• Dec. 11, 6 p.m.
• Dec. 14, Noon
Campaign 101 'a smashing success'
Nearly 40 people turned out Nov. 15 to learn what it takes to build a campaign and run for office. "Campaign 101," held at Albany Public Library, drew prospective candidates, campaign managers and people interested in the vital elections of 2026 and beyond. The participants had networking opportunities after hearing presentations trainers Shannon Richardson, community organizer and former campaign treasurer, who spoke on "Fundraising and Campaign Finance"; Dan Torres, executive director of the Oregon Labor Candidate School ("Field Organization"); Susan Leonard, political organizer ("Neighborhood Leader Program"); and Joanna Robinson, political organizer and co-chair of the Linn Dems Campaign Committee ("Messaging"). "Campaign 101, the first event of its kind hosted by the Linn County Democrats' Campaign Committee," Robinson noted, "was a smashing success with over 30 folks in attendance from Linn and Benton Counties." Thanks to everyone who helped with the event.
Food pantries and meal sites in Linn County
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YOUTH
1. #TheTeaInLBL Youth Advisory Council (on behalf of Youth Era) is joining other community partners in providing Food Boxes youth 14-25 years old in Linn, Benton, and Lincoln counties. These boxes are completely free of cost, and contain pre-packaged, non-perishable food items coordinated and assembled by young people, for young people (consists of a variety of snacks and easy-to-prepare food items). If you are a community partner serving young people, a parent looking for food assistance for their youth, or if you are a youth yourself, you are in the right place. Please complete a brief form to be added to the delivery queue by clicking here. ALBANY 1. FISH of Albany Address: 1035 2nd Ave, S.E. Albany Phone: (541) 928-4460 Hours: Call or come in between 9:00 AM. and 2:50 p.m. weekdays to order a food box. Food boxes can be picked up starting at 3:00 PM. the same day. 2. CHANCE Address: 231 Lyon St SE, Albany Phone: (541) 791-3411 Meals: Mon–Fri, 9:00–9:30 AM and 12:00–12:30 PM 3. Second CHANCE Shelter Address: 1100 Jackson St SE, Albany Phone: (541) 928-6347 Meals: Daily; call for times 4. First Christian Church Address: 432 Ferry St SW, Albany Phone: (541) 926-8606 Meals: Community Meal; Thursdays 5:00-6:00 PM 5. Good Shepherd Lutheran Church Address: 1910 34th St. S.E. Phone: 541-926-4875 Meals: Drive-through Community Dinner; Wednesdays 5:00-6:00 PM. Dinners must be reserved by calling the church by noon Tuesday. 6. Strong Albany Schools × Albany Student Advocacy Project What it is: Launched Emergency Food Pantries in our Title 1 elementary schools in GAPS How to help: • Donate via Amazon • Donate Walmart Sparks • Make a financial contribution: https://bit.ly/47qkEkx BROWNSVILLE 1. Sharing Hands Address:107 W. Bishop Way Phone: 541-541-466-3003 Hours: Wed and Fri, 10:30 AM–3:00 PM HARRISBURG 1. God’s Storehouse Address: 180 Smith St., Harrisburg Phone: 541-359-5529 Hours: Tue, Thu, 9:30 AM–Noon and 1:00-4:30 PM LEBANON Donation drop-off sites 1. Lebanon Fire Department Address: 1050 Oak St. Phone: 541-451-1901 Hours: Mon—Thu, 7 AM—5 PM 2. Summit Ace Home & Garde Address:1055 Tangent St. Phone: 541-258-7107 Hours: Mon—Fri, 7:30 AM—6 PM, Sat, 8 AM—5 PM 3 Gillott Home Team KW Address: 266 E. Grant St. Phone: 541-451-2211 Hours: Sat, 10 AM—2 p.m. 4 Valley Life Church Office Address: 80 E. Vine St. Phone: 541-258-5315 Hours: Mon—Thu, 8 AM—4 p.m. |
5 The River Center
Address: 3000 S. Santiam Highway Phone: 541-451-1271 Food Pickup and Meal Site Locations
Address: Lebanon First Christian Church, 170 E. Grant. St. Phone: 451-7667 Meals: Mon, Wed, Fri 4:30–5:30 PM 3. The Lord’s Storehouse Address: Lebanon Assembly of God, 726 SW Oak St, Lebanon Phone: (541) 259-1464 Hours: Mon & Thu, 10:00 AM–1:30 PM for food pickup Notes: Linn County families welcome Phone: 541-451-1271 Hours: Sun, 9 AM—1 PM 4. The River Center Address: 300 S. Santiam Highway Phone: 541-451-1271 Hours Mon, 2:30—5:30 PM for food pickup 5. St. Vincent de Paul Address: St. Edward Catholic Church, 100 S. Main St. Hours: Wed, 11:30 AM—3 PM for food pickup Phone: 541-258-5333 6. The Compassion Pantry (Neighborhood Pantry) Location: On the property of St. Martins Church, 257 Milton (side yard on Grove St) Hours: Open 7 days a week Notes: Please be respectful MILL CITY 1. Santiam Outreach Community Center Address: 280 S.E. Santiam Blvd. Phone: 971-332-5676 Hours: 10:00 AM–5:00 PM, with a 24-hour food pantry onsite SWEET HOME 1. Sweet Home Emergency Ministries (SHEM) Address: 1115 Long St, Sweet Home Phone: (541) 367-6504 Hours: Wed & Sat, 9:00–11:30 AM (call first) 2. SHEM Soup Kitchen Location: Operated by Sweet Home Emergency Ministries. How to help: Donations welcome to support neighbors in need Phone: (541) 367-6504 OTHER RESOURCES
Address: 1305 Hill St SE, Albany, OR 97322 Phone: (541) 967-6580 Hours: Mon–Fri, 8:00 AM–4:30 PM (office) What it is: Nonprofit supporting families with young children; and help connecting to basics (diapers, food, clothing, referrals).
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About the Linn County Democratic Central Committee
The Linn County Democratic Central Committee (LCDCC) of Oregon welcomes all those, regardless of party affiliation, who support our ideals. We’re an all-volunteer organization that works hard to elect Democrats to represent the people of Linn County at local, state and national levels. Our meetings are generally held on the first Thursday of the month. Because New Year's Day falls on Thursday, the next meeting will be at 6:30 p.m. Friday, Jan. 2, at Albany Public Library, 2450 14th Ave. S.E., and on Zoom.
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