The following emails were received by KATU in response to the idea of paying city employees who volunteer their time. While most responses opposed the idea, others supported it or offered examples of similar programs. The responses are unedited in any way.

Medford teacher who wants a gun draws NRA attention
The teacher’s attorney filed the lawsuit this week saying the Medford School District’s gun policy violates state law. The National Rifle Association is paying some legal costs in the case.

Associated Press 4A Football Poll
Rk.School (1st)Pts.Prv. 1. Sisters (12)1291 2. Ontario (1)1092 3. Cascade 994 4. La Salle953 5. Marist 775 6. Illinois Valley676 7. Yamhill-Carlton498 8. Gladstone33NR 9. Siuslaw 2010 10. North Marion14NR Also receiving votes: 11, Central 7. 12, Estacada 4….

2 the Outdoors: Buoy 10 patrol
One of the most popular salmon fishing sites in the region - called Buoy 10 - hits its peak this week. Several thousand anglers are expected to head for the lower Columbia during the Labor Day weekend to fish the estuary.

2 the Outdoors: September salmon
A huge rush of silver silver salmon fresh from the ocean is swimming up the Columbia River this week. Lucky anglers are trying their luck in the estuary as the best fishing of the summer season gets underway.

2 the Outdoors: A mecca for mountain bike riders
There s a new recreation area for mountain bike riders in the coast range of Polk County where riders seeking the challenge of steep trails and 30-foot jumps in mid-air will find what they need to satisfy their adventurous soul.

2 the Outdoors: “Mr. Science” and the eagle’s nest
We told you about the local effort to save a giant eagle’s nest for display in Hillsboro. In a follow-up to that story, we catch up with the man known as “Mr. Science” who worked to bring the eagle’s story to you.

2 Exclusive: An interview with RNC chairman Mike Duncan

Associated Press 6A Football Poll
Rk.School (1st)Pts.Prv. 1. Lake Oswego (14)1493 2. Westview (1)1202 3. Jesuit 1183 4. Grant 1174 5. West Salem 836 6. Sheldon667 7. Grants Pass 628 8. McNary2810 T9. South Eugene 24NR T9. Beaverton24NR Also receiving votes: 11, Canby 18….

OregonLive.com 5A Football Poll
Rk School (1st) pointsComments 1. West Albany (9) 90 After shelling of Silverton, who can stop the ‘Dogs? 2. Mountain View 80Still rolling, and still looking for No.1 respect 3. Sherwood 70Bowmen put the hammer on Liberty, 35-0 4….

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