PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — State Sen. Jason Atkinston told listeners of the Lars Larson Show on Thursday that he is running for governor. The Jackonville Republican said he was fulfilling a promise to let the conservative talkshow host and his listeners be the first to know of his plans. Atkinson isn't well known statewide, but has said he believes that a fresh face is exactly what Republicans need to finally recapture the governor's office after five straight losses to the Democrats.