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Celebrate June with these fun events! : June 10-15
MONDAY, JUNE 10-SATURDAY, JUNE 15 PDX BEER WEEK — It’s 10 days of fun, education, eating and drinking — a celebration of the craft beer culture at various establishments, June 14-23. More: pdxbeerweek.com JUNETEENTH FREEDOM DAY CELEBRATION — The city of Tigard and the Tigard-Tualatin School District are hosting the third annual Juneteenth celebration from 3-6 p.m. Saturday, June 15 at Shelter 2 in Cook Park, 17005 S.W. 92nd Ave....
Hops drop second straight as Spokane evens their series with an 8-1 win
Just like that, the series is even. After capturing the first two games of their six-game series with Spokane, the Hops (26-27) have dropped two straight after an 8-1 loss to the Indians on Friday night, June 7, at Avista Stadium. Hillsboro starting pitcher Avery Short had one of his few bad outings of the season, allowing five earned runs on five hits in four innings of work. ...
OPINION: Think before jumping in on your next reef dive this summer
With summer upcoming, many Oregonians will be embarking on vacations to warmer weather and water, exploring the flora and fauna that coastal ecosystems offer. Coral reefs offer a particularly impressive combination of biodiversity and beauty which have solidified them as a major attraction for tourists. However, the compounding effects of climate change, water pollution, tourism, and overfishing have led to widespread reef damage attributable to human activity. Beyond being aesthetically...
Oregon second worst in the nation for retail pharmacy access, new analysis finds
Oregon has the second fewest retail pharmacies per capita in the nation — with poorer access to pharmacies than any state except Alaska, according to a new analysis by the Associated Press. The AP obtained proprietary data from the National Council for Prescription Drug Programs, a standards development group for the pharmacy industry. Oregon had 610 retail pharmacies statewide as of February, amounting to just 14.4 pharmacies per 100,000 people. ...
Spokane bats come alive in 9-4 win over the Hops
After consecutive losses to open the series with Hillsboro, Spokane bit back in Game 3, defeating the Hops 9-4 on Thursday, June 6, at Avista Stadium in Spokane. The home Indians scored eight runs over the game’s final four innings, including six runs in the pivotal sixth inning en route to the win. Spokane’s Juan Guerrero and Kyle Karros combined to go 7-for-9 with four RBI and a run-scored to...
Willamette Valley wineries target PacifiCorp in negligence lawsuit in 2020 wildfires
The next in an ongoing line of lawsuits targeting PacifiCorp has been filed by an unlikely source — Oregon’s vaunted wine industry. More than 40 wineries filed suit in Multnomah County Circuit Court in late May alleging that the Portland-based electrical utility’s negligence led to tens of millions of dollars in damages to the state’s grape crop and the subsequent vintage due to exposure to smoke and soot from wildfires. The plaintiffs are seeking a jury trial in the matter. ...
Our opinion: Oregon poised to revolutionize future of health care – one drop at a time
When the White House designated a Tech Hub in Oregon last fall — making us eligible for $50 million in federal funding — we were already in elite company. While three other states received this federal seal of approval for hubs related to increasing U.S. semiconductor production, only the Oregon site took a broader view to use the power of this work to not just spur manufacturing, but also to spur new treatments to fight cancer. ...
OPINION: Make every summer a season of learning for Oregon's kids
In Oregon, summer is another season for learning. This week, thanks to Gov. Tina Kotek and the State Legislature, school districts and communities throughout Oregon will start shifting their campuses toward Summer Learning. Through the state’s $30 million investment, young scholars can engage in innovative and inclusive educational opportunities over the next few months. This...
'I've seen this happen in other countries': Kristof shares cautionary tales on local threats to democracy
Striking semblances between political and social unrest in other countries and the United States have Nicholas Kristof concerned that democracy in his home country is under threat. The two-time Pulitzer Prize-winning reporter and columnist for the New York Times shared his thoughts during a talk before the Newberg City Club and local citizenry on Tuesday, May 4, in the grand ballroom of the Chehalem Cultural Center. The Yamhill native —...
Hops bats explode in 11-2 win over first place Spokane
It was a barrage of hits for the Hops Wednesday night, leading to a second straight win over first place Spokane, 11-2, on June 5, at Avista Stadium. Hillsboro (26-25) tallied 17 hits, 10 extra-base hits, and eight doubles, all season highs. Gavin Conticello led the charge for the Hops, going 2-for-4 with three RBI and two runs-scored, consisting of a triple and home run—his fifth of the season. ...
Oregon State Hospital plans changes to prevent deaths like one in April
Oregon State Hospital plans to train medical staff to immediately check the vital signs of new patients and respond to life-threatening emergencies with adequate equipment. The changes are part of the hospital’s proposed plan of correction to fix violations that federal inspectors flagged when they investigated the circumstances surrounding the April 18 death of Skye Baskin, 27. Hospital staff failed to immediately check the vitals of Baskin after he arrived from the Douglas County Jail on misdemeanor charges of disorderly conduct and resisting arrest. He...
Study smarter, not harder with a properly designed space
Study skills are integral to academic success. Such abilities help students learn more efficiently and effectively, leading to better grades on assignments and tests. Developing strong study habits can prepare students for future success in life, as dedication to studying can be mirrored in habits related to job performance. The desire to study is one component of being involved in the task. However, setting up an environment conducive to studying is another part of this important equation. Students looking to study longer and better may...
Charles Fred Samples
1938–2024 - Charles Fred Samples of Scappoose, Oregon, passed away unexpectedly on May 18, 2024, at the age of 85. Fred was born on November 28, 1938, to Charles E. Samples and Agnes I. Kolcz. Raised in Raymond, WA, he worked in his parents' service station as a teen. His time there taught him the value of hard work and the importance of keeping your word. He graduated from the University of Washington in 1960 with a degree in business administration. The bulk of Fred's career was spent as a commercial loan officer at US Bank. His financial acumen was...
Hops take the first of their six-game series with Spokane, 8-6
For the sixth time in seven tries, the Hops defeated league-leading Spokane, this time defeating the home Indians 8-6 in the first game of their six-game series on Tuesday, June 4, at Avista Stadium in Spokane. With the win, Hillsboro (25-25) pulled within three games of the Indians in the Northwest League standings. Andrew Pintar’s bases-clearing double in the eighth inning opened the game up for the Hops. ...
Our TV picks for Thursday, June 6: Saving Private Ryan; 2024 NBA Finals; D-Day: The Unheard Tapes
Saving Private Ryan TCM 5 p.m. When three brothers are killed in combat during World War II, Capt. John Miller (Tom Hanks) leads his men behind enemy lines to find Pvt. James Ryan (Matt Damon), the fourth and last-remaining brother. Part of TCM’s 80th anniversary of D-Day programming. 2024 NBA Finals ...
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