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Massive Cougar Spotted In SE Hillsboro On Ring Camera
As a kid, I spent my formative years in NW Montana, just off the Flathead Lake, helping my folks run a fishing resort on 250 acres of wild Montana forest. It might as well have been a nature preserve. We ran into many black bears. Moose, Elk, and deer too. Badgers all the time. Lynx and Bobcat. Worst of all Wolverines. Well, there was one animal I would say was the most terrifying: the majestic but extremely dangerous Mountain Lion, aka Cougar, Puma, Catamount, Panther.
Remembering the Night Dave Chappelle Took Over Portland—and Didn’t Even Perform
This story first appeared in the Oct. 9, 2013, edition of WW. Forget the Arab Spring: For me, the true power of social media emerged on July 14, 2009, the day Dave Chappelle shut down Portland. A rumor, spread via Twitter, that the elusive comic was planning to perform a surprise midnight set at Pioneer Courthouse Square on a random Tuesday drew one of the largest crowds ever to Portland’s living room. It seemed like the makings of a very successful hoax. Turns out, it was just poor event planning.
The Outdoor Tea Service In Oregon That Is The Prettiest Place To Enjoy A Warm Afternoon
Wishing for a delightfully modern take on afternoon tea? Hurry to ÄNIKS PDX. This innovative culinary gem serves an exquisite tea service each weekend during the summer season on a lovely Northeast Portland patio. ÄNIKS PDX afternoon tea mixes tradition with artistry, creating delicious bite-after-bite in the hidden outdoor space behind the restaurant.
Cin-Emma Extra: Queer cult classics
Ahead of the Portland Pride Festival parade - and overall eruption of rainbow that will be emblazoned downtown this weekend - KOIN 6 resident movie buff Emma Jerome is paying homage to cult classic queer films which have become mainstays over the years, plus a few places you can check them out locally.
Short List: Upcoming events include Montavilla Street Fair, Chris Stapleton and JAW Festival of New Plays
‘Jersey Boys’ Reminder: The smash hit musical “Jersey Boys,” starring Russell Fischer as Frank Valli, continues at Lakewood Center for the Arts in Lake Oswego through Aug. 18. Lakewood has kicked off its 72nd season with the multi-Tony Award-winning musical phenomenon that takes you behind the scenes of Frank Valli and The Four Seasons. It’s directed by Isaac Lamb. It stages 7:30 p.m. Thursdays-Saturdays, 2 p.m. Sundays and other days/times. ...
A giant falls: Sam Mowry, 1959-2024
Sam A. Mowry, a beloved Portland actor and director known both for his personal gentleness and generosity and for his deep, profoundly captivating onstage speaking voice, died on Saturday morning, July 20, 2024, at Kaiser Sunnyside Medical Center in Clackamas. He suffered massive cardiac arrest while being prepared to undergo emergency surgery for severe blockages in his arteries. He was 64.
You know what we need? Another chicken place in Washington.
You know that I love a good spicy chicken sandwich and the best one I've been able to find in Wenatchee Washington honestly, is at KFC. But guess what, there is a new chicken franchise coming to Washington state. Now my first reaction was, “oh good, that's what we need...
Garden Plots: What the summer heat means for plants and trees
July 17 – 21: Columbia County Fair. August 1: Columbia County Beekeepers Monthly meeting. Thursday, August 1st, at 7 p.m. All are welcome to attend. The speaker will be Ryan Williamson of Sourwood Farms, gotakeawalk@yahoo.com. Contact Linda Zahl at ColumbiaCountyOregonBeekeepers@gmail.com for the Zoom link or you can attend in person at the OSU Extension Office in St. Helens. August 8: Saving Vegetable Seeds program. Chip Bubl, St. Helens Library, 5:30...
Cat Of The Week: Chusi (Adopt Me)
Meet Chusi, this sweet 4-year-old girl is a master of silliness and goofiness, always ready to entertain with her love for catnip and ribbon toys. Despite her playful nature, Chusi is a shy and sensitive lady, preferring a calm and quiet atmosphere. She thrives as a desk buddy, keeping you company with her curious eyes, biscuit making, and soft purrs. When it's time for a nap, you'll find her nestled close, often sleeping with her head gently resting on you. Chusi adores having her nose rubbed and tolerates other respectful cats well, making her an ideal companion for a calm multi-cat household. Chusi can be overwhelmed by a lot of noise and bustling activity, making her best suited for a tranquil environment without young children. If you're looking for a loving cat who will bring joy and laughter with her playful spirit and cherish quiet moments with you, Chusi is your perfect match!
Travelers at PDX still face long, unmoving lines, flight cancellations, after worldwide tech outage
Travelers at Portland International Airport remain stuck in long lines and continue to face flight cancellations hours after a global software glitch began to resolve itself. Hundreds of people waited to check in or rebook for flights that were either severely delayed or canceled. Many of them had been queuing in front of airline counters for hours.
Kitten Yoga event offers exercise, chance to adopt a cat in Northeast Portland
KOIN 6 News visited a kitten yoga event at the Northeast Community Center in Portland, where attendees could exercise with cute kittens meandering around the floor area, while also offering the opportunity to adopt the 21 participating kittens for $10.
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