The Fosters, a local husband-wife team, founded the Skanner News Group in 1975. They publish two weekly newspapers, the Portland and Seattle Skanner and own two radio stations, KEUG 105.5FM and KAVJ 101.1FM, broadcasting from Eugene and Roseberg, Oregon. For the past 30 years, Bernie has led as President of their publication and Bobbie has significantly contributed as the publication’s Executive Editor. The Skanner has sponsored numerous community events and has been fundamental in shedding light on hard issues that continue to challenge the African-American community.

Mrs. Bobbie Dore Foster equally contributes with her focus on education. She donates her time to her alma mater, the University of Portland, she was a founding member of the De La Salle North Catholic High School Board where she still serves and she participates as a member of the Oregon Shakespeare Festival Board. For the past 16 years Mrs. Foster has been involved with the Albina Rotary Club and she is equally committed to Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, where she contributes on the Education committee helping raise awareness about HIV/AIDS, Methamphetamine use and other relevant health concerns.   more >>