Statesman Journal is the primary source of news and information for our community. Since the first edition of the Statesman J ... ournal's predecessors rolled off the press more than 150 years ago, our mission has remained the same: to be the mid-Willamette Valley's primary source for local news and advertising information. The Statesman Journal is the largest news-gathering organization in the mid-Willamette Valley, focused solely on keeping readers informed about the events and people in their communities. Plus, our local news Web site keeps you informed on breaking news as it happens, 24 hours a day. Our company core values guide us in providing readers and advertisers the best products and services possible. read more