KGW to Air Oregon History Makers Awards

KGW will air the 5th annual Oregon History Makers Dinner at 7 p.m., Christmas Day.  The event, which took place in September honors Oregonians who have made significant contributions to the state. Honored this year were:  

Bernie & Bobbie Foster, trailblazing publishers and community advocates

Melvin “Pete” Mark, businessman, civic leader, and visionary philanthropist

Pendleton Woolen Mills, weaver of world-renowned woolen blankets & clothes

Alberto Salazar, legendary distance runner and coach of Olympic athletes