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Xfinity customers in Oregon, Washington on track to miss Week 1 games due to Big Ten Network dispute
Oregon, UCLA, USC and Washington officially jumped from the Pac-12 to the Big Ten this summer. Some wrinkles still need smoothing out, though. Ironically, the four institutions left the Pac-12 for more lucrative TV rights. And now an ongoing carriage dispute between Xfinity and the Big Ten Network will leave fans from the new West […] The post Xfinity customers in Oregon, Washington on track to miss Week 1 games due to Big Ten Network dispute appeared first on On3.
Sweltering Heatwave to Sweep Portland with Temperatures Soaring Towards Mid-90s
The National Weather Service in Portland has issued a clear weather forecast for the city, with temperatures expected to rise significantly in the coming days. Currently, Portland is at a comfortable 63°F (17°C), with humidity dropping slightly to 77%. Winds are calm, barely stirring, creating a moment of tranquility before the warm day begins. Today's high is forecasted to reach a sizzling 96°F, with a gentle north wind increasing to about 6 mph in the morning.
Fast start, solid pitching lead Hops to 9-3 win over Vancouver
There was no threat of a no-hitter, but this time Jose Cabrera got his win. Fresh from his near-no-hitter last week versus Spokane, in which his only hit relinquished was with two outs in the ninth, the 22-year-old right-hander threw six solid innings en route to the Hops’ 9-3 win over Vancouver on Friday night, Aug. 30, at Hillsboro Ballpark. Cabrera allowed three earned runs on just three hits, all...
Rep. Duerr receives outstanding legislator award from state association of sewer and water districts
The Washington Association of Sewer & Water Districts (WASWD) presented its annual Outstanding Legislator Award to 1st District State Rep. Davina Duerr. According to the announcement, Duerr has consistently supported and defended special purpose sewer and water districts. This includes House Bill 1621, which gives greater flexibility for districts to self-perform work, resulting in substantial cost savings to Washington state ratepayers. The bill was originally sponsored by 32nd District Rep. Cindy Ryu — who was honored by WASWD last year.
15X Points Offer, Cruise Criminals, Free SkyMiles for Washington State, Delta’s “Big” Announcement and more News!
I can not believe it is fall (well almost). I have my grape order in with my local vineyard (we make our own wine each year) and I am only weeks away from my fall golf trip as well as looking forward to the start of the college football season. But first the week that was:
Eastern Oregon Faces Thunderstorms and Breezy Winds on Labor Day
Pendleton, OR – A low-pressure system is forecasted to move across Oregon and southeast Washington, bringing stormy conditions over Labor Day weekend. The National Weather Service (NWS) in Pendleton has issued an alert for scattered showers and isolated thunderstorms expected to develop on Sunday night and continue into Monday. Residents in eastern Oregon and south-central Washington should prepare for breezy winds as the system moves through the area.
Vancouver Man Attacked with Golf Club in Alleged Family Assault, Suspect at Large
At the quiet intersection of domestic life and sudden violence, a Vancouver man suffered a harrowing assault when a family dispute apparently spilled over into physical harm. KOIN reports an early Friday morning altercation in which a man alleged that he was attacked by a relative, thought to be his uncle, with a golf club resulting in severe lacerations to his head and face.
New Olympia Flower Shop,The Flower + Vine, Earns Thurston Green Small Business Award
When your parents own a lavender farm, it’s hard not to grow up loving plants. But Genevieve Ruth, whose parents own the popular Evergreen Valley Lavender Farm, says it wasn’t until she was much older that she learned to appreciate all the botany and plant care her mother had taught her when she was young. Now, she is putting that knowledge and passion to use with the opening of her new floral shop, The Flower + Vine, located at the Evergreen Valley Lavender Farm. Her business was already the recipient of the Thurston Green Small Business Award.
THINGS TO DO THIS WEEK: Dragons in the comics and on the river!
MONDAY, SEPT. 2-SUNDAY, SEPT. 8 ROSE CITY COMIC CON — A huge annual event in Portland, the Rose City Comic Con celebrates comics, gaming, sci-fi, cosplay, anime, fantasy and much more at Oregon Convention Center, 777 N.E. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. It takes place Sept. 6-8. More: rosecitycomiccon.com. BEAVERTON CELEBRATION PARADE — Honoring the city’s past and present, the Beaverton Celebration Parade is scheduled for 10 a.m. to noon on Sept. 7 from Southwest Griffith Drive via Southwest Fifth Avenue to Southwest Menlo Drive. The 10th annual Beaverton Sun Run will kick off the parade festivities earlier in the day. For more information, go online (beavertonoregon.gov). DRAGON BOAT FESTIVAL — The annual Portland Dragon Boat Festival will be held on the Willamette River, Sept. 7-8. More: portlanddragonboats.com.
THINGS TO DO THIS WEEK: Dragons in the comics and on the river!
MONDAY, SEPT. 2-SUNDAY, SEPT. 8 ROSE CITY COMIC CON — A huge annual event in Portland, the Rose City Comic Con celebrates comics, gaming, sci-fi, cosplay, anime, fantasy and much more at Oregon Convention Center, 777 N.E. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. It takes place Sept. 6-8. More: rosecitycomiccon.com. BEAVERTON CELEBRATION PARADE — Honoring the city’s past and present, the Beaverton Celebration Parade is scheduled for 10 a.m. to noon on Sept. 7 from Southwest Griffith Drive via Southwest Fifth Avenue to Southwest Menlo Drive. The 10th annual Beaverton Sun Run will kick off the parade festivities earlier in the day. For more information, go online (beavertonoregon.gov). DRAGON BOAT FESTIVAL — The annual Portland Dragon Boat Festival will be held on the Willamette River, Sept. 7-8. More: portlanddragonboats.com.
The key to WSU's offensive success? 'We ran the ball,' says Jake Dickert
PULLMAN -- The Washington State offense was a well-oiled machine in Saturday's 70-30 win over Portland State, gashing the Vikings' defense at will throughout the game. The Cougars racked up 637 yards of offense and in the eyes of Jake Dickert, there was one key reason why. "We ran the...
New Washington law aims to reduce burnout, hold hospitals accountable
A decade ago, it was difficult to get a full-time position at St. Michael Medical Center in Silverdale, says Aimee Oien, a union rep for the hospital’s nurses and other staff. Turnover was low. Most staff started in per diem or on-call roles. The last several years — even before the COVID-19 pandemic rocked the health care sector — have been different, she says. Positions across all departments are posted more frequently and sit vacant longer. ...
Molalla girl earns Miss Rodeo Oregon Sweetheart honors
A young Molalla girl was named a Miss Rodeo Oregon Sweetheart at an Aug. 17 pageant in Canby. Raegan Drakos, daughter of Megan and Andrew Drakos, was awarded a sash, buckle, and crown to go with the title. Miss Rodeo Oregon Sweethearts are young ladies who are 4-8 years of age at the time of the pageant who love rodeo, horses, the western way of life, and the State of Oregon. The Miss Rodeo Oregon Sweetheart Pageant is not judged. This one-day pageant provides a fun, relaxed atmosphere for little girls and their families. This gets the girls involved in rodeo queen pageants without the pressure of winning or losing at such a young age. Miss Rodeo Oregon Sweethearts make appearances in their communities and are invited to attend all Miss Rodeo Oregon coronations.
Pilots Take Down Manhattan 3-1, Finish Bash at the Beach 3-0
DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. -- The Portland Pilots needed just four sets (25-22, 23-25, 25-14, 25-14, 25-14) to dispatch the Manhattan Lady Jaspers Saturday at Richard V Moore Gymnasium. The non-conference victory improved the Pilots' overall record to 3-0 on the season, marking the second time in three years they've started the year 3-0. The Pilots offense was paced by Maui Robins, who finished with 19 kills on the day while accumulating a hitting percentage of .385, and by Leonie Freytag, who had 10 kills. Portland got eight digs from Tinoa Woodward-Hart along with six blocks from Taina Kaauwai to lead them defensively.
2024 Players to Watch: Mt. Hood Conference football
There will be plenty to marvel at this season on the football field, as the Mt. Hood Conference is filled with talented players at all positions. From powerhouse runners, rocket-armed quarterbacks, deft receivers, mauling linemen, savvy linebackers, stifling defensive backs and accurate kickers, here are the players to watch in the 2024 Mt. Hood Conference football season: Travis Hull, Reynolds senior running back ...
Lake Oswego football shines in 33-7 season-opening win over South Medford
Let’s be honest. Expectations for the Lake Oswego football are sky-high in 2024. The Lakers entered their season opener — a non-league home game against South Medford on Friday, Aug. 30 — as the state’s fourth-ranked team and LO wanted to prove itself right from the opening kick. Lake Oswego did just that, scoring on...
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