The Skanner Breaking News Feb. 23, 2015

Hundreds Mark 50 Years Since Malcolm X's Assassination

The ceremony was held at the Malcolm X & Dr. Betty Shabazz Memorial and Educational Center, formerly known as the Audubon Ballroom … For all the information click here

Tualatin High Website Defaced with Racist Rhetoric

The school is gearing to celebrate its Unity Week promoting inclusiveness of all people on Feb. 24 … To read the whole story click here

Why Blacks are More Likely to Die From Colon Cancer

Researchers have found that the disparity has less to do with race than with the quality of care … To read all about it click here

Oscar Recap 2015: 'Birdman' Soars Over Competition

A galvanizing moment arrived during rapper/actor’s Common’s heartfelt remarks delivered while accepting the award for Best Song, “Glory,” with John Legend … To check the details click here

Family Fun Events in The Skanner News Community Calendar

To find a fun event click here

New Online Order Form to Place a Job, Bid/Legal Notice or Sub-Bid Ad for Print or Web

We now have online classified ad and announcement ordering for your convenience. Place your ad or announcement in print, online or both using our new quick and easy form… Click here to purchase an ad for a job, bid/legal notice or sub-bid.

Have fun with our interactive Crossword and Sudoku puzzles

On our website, under Entertainment, click on Crossword Puzzle,  or Sudoku Puzzle.  Ten fresh puzzles each week. If you just can’t guess that word, just tell it to fill it in for you!

The Skanner's Online Webpaper

View our full newspapers on-line just like they are printed. to turn the pages click here