More than 1,200 people turned out for the 'No Kings' demonstration Oct. 18 in downtown Albany.
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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.
Fifteen members of the Albany Banner Brigade offered this Veterans Day message over I-5 from the Santiam Highway overpass.
Veterans Day 2025
The Albany Banner Brigade held its seventh banner drop with a Veterans Day message over I-5 from the Santiam Highway overpass. The message received "more truck honks than I've ever heard before!" said organizer Dave Pinyerd of Albany Region Indivisible. Fifteen brigaders turned out for the 90-minute Veterans Day banner drop. A few miles west, East Linn Indivisible's 20-member contingent of riders and walkers, including Linn County Democrats, took part in the Veterans Day Parade It was good day for a November parade and sharing our values.
Linda Ziedrich and Robert Waterhouse led the East Linn Indivisible parade contingent.
East Linn Indivisible's Ruth Kish waves to the crowd.
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Wendy Nilson, Cindy Bethell and Brenda Sterner represented the Linn County Democrats in East Linn Indivisible's parade contingent.
East Linn Indivisible's Rick Reed drove his 1965 Thunderbird in the parade.
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Honk & Wave protests continue
New times: 3 to 5 p.m. Fridays
• Albany — Ellsworth Street at Fourth Avenue
• Lebanon — Academy Square at Main Street
• Albany — Ellsworth Street at Fourth Avenue
• Lebanon — Academy Square at Main Street
Food pantries and meal sites in Linn County
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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 |
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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Big crowds turn out
for Albany, Lebanon 'No Kings' demonstrations
Albany and Lebanon saw huge turnouts for the Oct. 18 'No Kings' rallies against Donald Trump.
More than 1,200 people lined Ellsworth Street for the afternoon Albany No Kings demonstration. It was the largest protest in recent memory, with at least 400 more protesters than during the first No Kings demonstration June 14.
It also topped the June 2020 protest turnout following the death of George Floyd.
"It is the most people we've ever seen," said organizer Bernadette Niederer of Albany Region Indivisible. "It's the most joyous thing I've ever seen. We've had very little counter protesting. Everyone is supportive and into it."
More than 450 protesters turned out for the No Kings demonstration from noon to 2 p.m. along Main Street at Academy Square. That was at least 200 more than the first No Kings turnout.
"Obviously people are upset with what's going on," said organizer Karen Schueller of East Linn Indivisible. "They're coming out to show how they feel, and we are thrilled."
Inspired by the protesters outside the ICE building in Portland, many protested in inflatable costumes in Albany and Lebanon and around the country.
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More than 5,000 people turned out for the No Kings demonstration in downtown Corvallis, according to Indivisible Benton County. "We're sending a message that we are the majority," said organizer Maria Faria, "and we'll not stay quiet in the face of fascism."
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More than 1,200 people lined Ellsworth Street for the afternoon Albany No Kings demonstration. It was the largest protest in recent memory, with at least 400 more protesters than during the first No Kings demonstration June 14.
It also topped the June 2020 protest turnout following the death of George Floyd.
"It is the most people we've ever seen," said organizer Bernadette Niederer of Albany Region Indivisible. "It's the most joyous thing I've ever seen. We've had very little counter protesting. Everyone is supportive and into it."
More than 450 protesters turned out for the No Kings demonstration from noon to 2 p.m. along Main Street at Academy Square. That was at least 200 more than the first No Kings turnout.
"Obviously people are upset with what's going on," said organizer Karen Schueller of East Linn Indivisible. "They're coming out to show how they feel, and we are thrilled."
Inspired by the protesters outside the ICE building in Portland, many protested in inflatable costumes in Albany and Lebanon and around the country.
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More than 5,000 people turned out for the No Kings demonstration in downtown Corvallis, according to Indivisible Benton County. "We're sending a message that we are the majority," said organizer Maria Faria, "and we'll not stay quiet in the face of fascism."
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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. The next meeting will be at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 4, at Santiam Place Wedding & Event Hall, 139 S. Main St. in Lebanon.
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