The Portland Mercury
Good Morning, News: New Conservative Group Targets Progressives, a Parallel Parking Contest, and Trump (Stupidly) Renames Lake Ontario. By William Steven Humphrey.
This morning briefing covers Portland weather, local political coalitions, algae warnings in the Willamette River, a parking competition, and global news ranging from floods to presidential antics.
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13mGrassroots or Astroturf? “Go Portland Go” Campaign Backed By Conservative Donors
Go Portland Go, a new PAC backed by prominent donors and conservative-leaning groups, aims to shift Portland’s political landscape away from progressive policies through pragmatic, business-friendly candidate endorsements.
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6mLibros Colette Wants You to Hang Out With Books.
Libros Colette, a charming new bookstore-coffee shop in Portland, offers a curated collection of visual reference books in a cozy, intentional space designed for browsing and quiet reflection.
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7mTen Bumbershoot Acts Worth the Trip to Seattle
Discover why Seattle's legendary Bumbershoot music festival is worth the trek for Portlanders, featuring an eclectic lineup of must-see acts ranging from punk icons to innovative genre-defiers.
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6mGood Morning News: Measles at the Rodeo, Climate Change and Nepal Floods, Trump Changes Lake Ontario to Lake America—”Cool.” By Jeremiah Hayden.
This morning's news covers local measles exposure, traffic tragedies, a transgender rights lawsuit, immigration enforcement, international flooding in Nepal, and political controversies involving executive orders and federal corruption.
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9mHow I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love Converge 45.
Converge 45 brings large-scale contemporary art to Portland, offering a temporary, city-wide exhibition experience that invites viewers to explore complex installations at their own pace throughout the autumn season.