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State parks host free camping day June 1
Celebrate State Parks Day with free parking and free RV and tent site camping at all Oregon State Parks Saturday, June 1 as well as special events at selected parks. Oregon Parks and Recreation Department will waive day-use parking fees at the 25 locations that charge them and camping fees for all tent, RV and horse campsites June 1. OPRD will also waive day-use parking fees June 2, to support...
Our TV picks for Friday, May 17: The Never Ever Mets; S.W.A.T.; Mary & George
The Never Ever Mets OWN 5 p.m. It doesn’t even matter what the question is when the answer is “Japanese bondage.” The remaining couples go to a group activity session to learn the ancient art of asanawa. Then, a relationship expert helps Sandia and Chris, while Aaron H. defends Dymond. S.W.A.T. ...
Our TV picks for Friday, May 17: The Never Ever Mets; Mary & George
The Never Ever Mets OWN 5 p.m. It doesn’t even matter what the question is when the answer is “Japanese bondage.” The remaining couples go to a group activity session to learn the ancient art of asanawa. Then, a relationship expert helps Sandia and Chris, while Aaron H. defends Dymond. Mary & George STARZ 9 p.m. George (Nicholas Galitzine) attempts to calm the tensions between England and Spain by traveling to Spain with Prince Charles (Samuel Blenkin) in an effort to avoid war. Then, Mary (Julianne Moore) works to secure absolute power in this series finale.
Lake Oswego Girl Scout sets an example
(LAKE OSWEGO) — Lake Oswego High School Junior Kayla Turner-Pike trusts her gut. Whether working in the athletic training room at LOHS or leading cookie sales for Girl Scouts in West Linn, Wilsonville and Lake Oswego, Turner-Pike will do whatever she can for her community. “I’ve learned a lot about trusting your instincts, trusting your gut,” she said. “Everything happens so fast. You have to know what’s going on. I...
Supporting others, no matter their attitude
(MADRAS) — Lincoln Delamarter is, according to his teachers and the community around him, the kind of kid who is always ready to help. That desire to support and raise up fellow students and others in his community is a big factor in how he spends his time, making music, participating in clubs, and supporting the local Young Life group. He grew up in Madras and will graduate from Madras...
Get the most out of your container garden
Gardening is beneficial in various ways. Some health perks associated with gardening include improved mood, increased vitamin D levels (which benefits bones and the immune system) and reduced risk of dementia. In addition, if gardening efforts include growing herbs, fruits and vegetables, it can be a cost-effective way to eat healthy. Container gardening can be an ideal way for gardeners without sufficient space or for those with mobility issues to grow everything from flowers to vegetables. Better Homes & Gardens says most plants are not...
A leader and a teacher
(CLACKAMAS) — As the founder of the Rock Creek Middle School Asian and Pacific Islander student union, Brandon Nguyen knows how to bring students together. The idea to start the affinity club at Rock Creek came suddenly to Nguyen, like a light bulb went off in his head. “It was really weird, but one night I was thinking, ‘Rock Creek doesn’t have an APISU. We have a Black student union...
Subaru's affordable BRZ remains the best sports car for Northwest drivers
Way back in 2012, Subaru surprised the world with a new sports car. Instead of using the brand's signature and highly successful symmetrical all-wheel drive, the BRZ would be a traditional lightweight rear-wheel drive sports coupe. It was a gamble on an entirely new market for Subaru, and it has paid off handsomely. The Subaru BRZ was co-developed with Toyota, and essentially the same car has also been sold as a Scion and then as a Toyota. The cars are both produced in the same...
Volunteering is a way of life for Tualatin teen
(TUALATIN) — Angel Navarrete Villegas can trace his passion for volunteering to his older sister, Andrasis, who in the past has volunteered at both Tualatin Public Library and ¡Viva Tualatin!. In fact, the Tualatin High School junior followed in her footsteps, volunteering at the Tualatin Public Library’s Makerspace. This space allows the community to make everything from replicating items on a 3D printer to creating ceramic pottery via a tabletop kiln. ...
Student stays busy perking up others
(ST. HELENS) — A senior at St. Helens High School, Matthew Boren serves his school in many ways, helping out in the kitchen, assisting with laundry, and, most importantly, helping lift the spirits of those around him. Boren is in the transition program at St. Helens High, which means he is working on life skills and work training until he turns 21. It’s challenging for Boren since he experiences a...
Finding purpose through passion
(HILLSBORO) — While childhood dreams often take shape in a single pursuit, Saanvi Shah’s journey follows many routes developed through exploration. Shah, a 10-year-old from Hillsboro, has developed a myriad of interests, from starting her own art business to advocating for cultural education. But at the nexus of her hobbies is a passion for helping others. Kshiti Shah, Shah's mom, said her daughter has found growth in curiosity, constantly expanding...
Making sacrifices to smooth the hard road
(CANBY) — Sometimes, pursuing a goal that seems out of reach can be incredibly difficult and deflating. In Canby, Javan Hernandez clearly understands those feelings and struggles, but he’s learned that reaching a goal is worth the struggle to fulfill his parents' hopes and dreams — the dream of higher education and a better life. Come the fall, this year’s Pamplin Media Group Amazing Kid for the Canby area will...
Grappling her way success
(ESTACADA) — Kirsten Delazerda, a champion high school wrestler, also jumps in to help out in her community when she sees a need. Delazerda was a star at the state girls wrestling competitions this year. She placed second in the 135-pound weight class. This makes her the highest placing girl in Estacada girls wrestling. “It made me feel really good,” she said, “my hard work paid off.” ...
Our TV picks for Thursday, May 16: Young Sheldon; To Be Announced; Beat Bobby Flay
Young Sheldon KOIN 8 p.m. This two-part series finale ends the tale of Sheldon Cooper (Iain Armitage), a young genius in advanced mathematics and science living in a Texas town more interested in football and church. Jim Parsons and Mayim Bialik reprise their roles for the finale. To Be Announced ...
Readers Respond: If I won the $5,000 Home and Garden Sweepstakes grand prize, I would…
Your Oregon News asked readers what they would spend the grand prize money on if they won the $5,000 jackpot from the Home and Garden Sweepstakes. Many readers said they would use the funds to landscape Backyard Habitat certification levels to attract pollinators and wildlife. All respondents said they are entering the sweeps. Here’s what our readers say the prize money would go toward in their homes and gardens: ...
Our TV picks for Wednesday, May 15: The Masked Singer; Walker; The Amazing Race
The Masked Singer KPTV 8 p.m. Season 11 continues with a special two-hour episode. With only one episode left until the finale, which singers will stave off being unmasked? Nick Cannon hosts, while Ken Jeong, Jenny McCarthy, Rita Ora and Robin Thicke serve as panelists. Walker ...
2024 Lexus TX 550h+ Luxury AWD: Plug-in hybrid power for the discriminating
The 2024 TX 550h+ Luxury AWD is the upscale SUV that Lexus needs to compete against the affordable 2024 Toyota Grand Highlander it is based on. If that sounds confusing, it is. Luxury vehicles based affordable models are usually so much better, there’s very little comparison. But Toyota’s new midsize three-row Grand Highlander SUV is so good, it is a genuine alternative to the more expensive version offered by the company’s Lexus luxury brand. ...
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