The Portland Mercury
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Portland’s Neighborhood Emergency Team program empowers residents to become first responders, training volunteers to assist their communities during disasters like earthquakes, heat waves, and…
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14mSacrifice Zone: Oregon’s Fuel Supply Is on Shaky Ground
Portland faces a critical decision regarding the Critical Energy Infrastructure Hub, balancing urgent earthquake safety concerns, fossil fuel reduction goals, and the rights of indigenous sovereign nations.
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5mHow to Have Fun and Beat the Heat!
As temperatures rise and global anxieties mount, embrace radical summer survival strategies, from disconnecting from the digital void to crafting DIY cooling systems, while finding beauty amidst the chaos.
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6mHow To Tell Your Situationship That You Don’t Want To Go Camping
Struggling to navigate a casual relationship when your partner suggests a camping trip? Discover humorous and practical strategies to opt out while keeping your indoor-kid lifestyle intact.
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7mGood Morning, News: Nasty Midwest Storms, Midwest Primaries, and How a Long-Ignored Building Became Portland’s Emergency. By Courtney Vaughn.
Portland faces a looming demolition at Centennial Mills, while national news covers severe Midwest storms, a significant prisoner release, and ongoing primary election updates across the country.
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7mWorking for the Planet
Oregon programs like the Portland Clean Energy Fund and Climate Jobs Oregon are bridging the gap between climate goals and meaningful, well-paying employment through workforce training and policy advocacy.