We've been leafing through the City of Portland annual financial statements that have just come on line, and we've adjusted the unfunded pension figure on our debt clock (see left sidebar) in light of our findings. As best we can compute, the city'
Every year, close to 2 million people are diagnosed with diabetes. But how many of those are accomplished chefs?
Some readers might think that it's all fun and games here in Edgeland. Not so fast, Bucko. Try figuring out these brain busters, and then talk to us:
Paul G. Allen Family Foundation's latest grant awards includes $6.6 million to Northwest nonprofits with $510,000 going to Oregon-based institutions.
We are all objects to the one subject.In truth we are all that one subject and the objects and the space between them are only our dream.Daily Tao is a reprint from Ta-Wan's blog, Daily Cup of Tao, which offers one post
We honor the best new media short films from a variety of emerging genres and formats like B
Super Bowl Sunday is American's biggest [mostly] secular holiday. And it's happening this Sunday, February 5, 2012. But what about those of us who cannot tolerate American-football?
A disappointing first season prompts Cowell to get rid of two judges and his show's announcer.
This post is from staff writer Tim Sullivan. My brother, my best friend, and my girlfriend’s sister are all getting married in the upcoming year, so I’ve heard a lot about wedding registries lately, and there seem to be many pros and cons. Personally, one of my least favorite things in life is going to [...]
Representative Julie Parrish targets $50 Million in savings Taxpayer Association lawmaker profile Rep. Julie Parrish (R-West Linn) will introduce legislation (HB 4106) during the February session that would place a moratorium on all non-essential government spending, such as advertising and …
City Council Meeting (no evening meeting)Date : 6 February 2012 &nbs
City Council Meeting (no evening meeting)Date : 6 February 2012 &nbs
They don't even have similar heels. I managed to run all of my errands in these babies!
• Another iconic season of Oregon football is in the books and GoDucksdotcom looks back at the 2011 highlights.GO DUCKS!
At some point in 2010 I realized that with my Multnomah County library card I had access to The Oregonian Historical Archive, amongst other research databases and sites. That realization gave me the bright idea to write a “Day in History” post for every day in 2011.
Scott BradleyOne of the ironies of the debates among Chinese philosophies is that after demonstrating how the understanding of one party is misguided, they precede to describe their vision of the 'true sage' in precisely the same way as has their opponent. Guo Xia
I noticed a couple of videos using this song. This one is notable for the sustained notes produced by the redheaded Kate Pierson. They are just a little spooky. I don't think I've heard anyone produce similar sounds, except maybe by using a synthesizer. The lead singer's manner used to be kind of wacko, but I don't t
Huge Price Drops for Tablets, TVs, Travel & Super Bowl Tickets. By Oregon Small Business Association While the cost of essential items like gas and food will continue to rise, analysts predict that current economic trends favor lower prices on tablets, televisions, and travel in 2012. Big screen TVs If the past few year
Press Release by Rep. Shawn Lindsey, Bill co-sponsored by Rep. Bentz, Eyre, Buckley, Esquivel, Gelser, Huffman, Hunt, Kennemer, Sheehan, Sprenger, Weidner, Wingard, & Witt; and Senators Devlin, Girod, Monnes Anderson, Olsen, and Verger. A bipartisan group of legislators have introduced legislation making it a crime for
by Erika Weisensee Milwaukie mom & writer In the 2008 movie “27 Dresses,” Kathryn Heigl’s character Jane is “always a bridesmaid, never a bride.” She has kept all of those dresses, and in a memorable scene, she tries them all on. Some are hideous and some are just hilarious. I, too, have be
Oregon takes action to stop new plant disease By Oregon Dept. of Agriculture Boxwood blight, a fungal plant disease new to North America, has been detected in Oregon for the first time, prompting state officials to take measures to eradicate it. However, unlike the pathogen that causes sudden oak death, the newly-reported d
Looking for a bargain on the web? Now is the most incredible time in internet hstory to be discovering great deals. But have you considered about searching locally?Consumers and business owners are finding that the usage of Local online directories is growing. This can be due to the large number of searches that at present
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Easy DIY: Installing Faux Tin Ceiling Tiles as a Backsplash Greetings! I appreciated all your kind comments on my kids’ bathroom facelift and your overwhelming support of my little faux tin tile backsplash idea! Glad you liked it and shared it. If you missed it, you can find the bathroom makeover and all the explana
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A very special election was held Tuesday– a very special Oregon election within the Portland-area 1st district. Held in light of former Rep. David Wu’s resignation, the election determined who would assume Oregon’s freshly vacated seat in the House of Representatives. Wu’s resignation, of course, cam
by NW Spotlight Suzanne Bonamici (D) has won the special election to replace David Wu (D) in Oregon’s first congressional district, defeating Rob Cornilles (R) 54% to 40%. Cornilles won in Yamhill County and outperformed the voter registration in Columbia …
Certified nursing assistants are responsible for providing basic nursing care to patients under the direct supervision of a registered nurse or a licensed physician. They are an important part of the medical team especially with today’s extended medical facilities. Individuals looking to start a career as a nursing as
Janitorial equipment does not only involve a mop and bucket. The real world of janitorial services does more than scrubbing and mopping. There is so much more to see and even lots of business opportunities and money making chances in janitorial equipment. Clearing Misconceptions about Janitorial Equipment First of all, we
When Mark Blackbourn says his work is hard to categorize, he really means it. Although primarily an acrylic painter, he dabbles in four artistic styles and continually tries to break the trends he notices developing in his artwork. “I’m influenced by the impressionist painters most and love the work of Paul Cezanne
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Trey SmithI am just now finishing a really good book by Norman Solomon, M
Do you feel lots of difficulties when you mow your lawn especially if you’re using corded lawn mower equipment? Then, cut that electrical cord and cut the difficulty away of cutting your grass with cordless electric lawn mowers. They will save you from the disappointments of pull cords, mixing and storing of gas and e
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It also keeps the residents up with bright sunshine 24 hours a day during the summers, and the term coined is “home of the BIG EYE” due to everyone dealing with insomnia during the season. There is an exclusive club on the continent, the most exclusive known world wide, that is called the “300-Degree Club&
Revisiting these thoughts from a few years back … as we journeyed through the book of Colossians Joel introduced us to the idea of Consumerist Porn. Consider: Today Pastor Joel talked about empty philosophies (Col. 2) and how we tend to take the world’s “philosophies” or systems and ways of thinking, and mix the
This new HBO film follows John McCain’s 2008 presidential campaign, from his selection of Alaska Governor Sarah Palin as his running mate, to their ultimate defeat in the general election. The political drama, which stars Ed Harris as John McCain, Julianne Moore as Sarah Palin, and Woody Harrelson as campaign strategi
Today is this month’s City Daily Photo theme day, and this time it’s “animals.” My favorite animals in town are some black cows which live in a field along Washington St. I drive down that road on purpose just so I can say hi to them when they’re near the fence. Yes, I am easily
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Make sure that you are able to work well with your designer. It is important for a designer to know how you want to renovations to go so be sure they get to see your whole house. You can then see if the designer has the same style as you do. Tips and Advice on [...]
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