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U.S. now has more than 2,000 breweries

blog.oregonlive.com — The Brewers Association reports that we're at 2,051 breweries and counting in the U.S. --- a welcome change from the late 70 when this country had fewer than 80 breweries and the experts predicted that attrition, buyouts and mergers would eventually reduce that number to a dozen or so...I like this version of the future a lot better --- even if we never did get those little helicopters for the morning commute...
Victor Panichkul Food Writer, Statesman Journal @TasteofOregon
Via The Beer Here: U.S. now has more than 2,000 breweries: The Brewers Association reports that we'r... http://t.co/A186g8U1 #oregonbeer

Valencia Defeats Timbers 1-0 (photo essay)

photos.oregonlive.com — The Spanish club Valencia defeated the Portland Timbers 1-0 in a friendly match Wednesday night. Valencia's goal came in the 41st minute by Aritz Aduriz. (10 total photos)
Paul Buker Sports Writer, The Oregonian @Pnbuker
RT @TimbersPDX: Valencia Defeats Timbers 1-0 (photo essay) http://t.co/SFdmYIWU #RCTID #timbers

Valencia CF 1, Timbers 0: A world of difference between La Liga and an MLS side

oregonlive.com — It wasn't exactly the Washington Generals against the Harlem Globetrotters, but there was a big difference in style and substance Wednesday night between Spanish powerhouse Valencia CF and the Major League Soccer Portland Timbers. Timbers coach John Spencer called his team's 1-0 exhibition loss to the La Liga side, "a tremendous learning experience for myself and the staff and all of the players.
Paul Buker Sports Writer, The Oregonian @Pnbuker
"It's a different level, completely'' says Spencer after 1-0 loss to Valencia CF http://t.co/FaAo4DGr

Sporting News' MLS rankings: Cascadia rivalry now burgeoning on the field

oregonlive.com — Sporting News MLS writer Brian Straus with a weekly look at who's rising and who's falling in the MLS. Call it the storm before the calm. Over the next week, MLS clubs will be engaged on multiple fronts.
Paul Buker Sports Writer, The Oregonian @Pnbuker
Some excellent Sounders bashing to be had here http://t.co/KquAVGz0

Behind the Axe: Complaints about JELD-WEN Field go viral

blog.oregonlive.com — Behind the Axe takes a look at some recent buzz surrounding JELD-WEN Field, and whether it is too small after Chicago Fire defender Dan Gargan critized the pitch dimensions after the Fire suffered defeat. Just like their diving tactics couldn't secure a win on May 20, his claims are unjustified.
Paul Buker Sports Writer, The Oregonian @Pnbuker
RT @TimbersPDX: Behind the Axe: Complaints about JELD-WEN Field go viral http://t.co/SkUkbThO #RCTID #timbers

'Hit So Hard' review: a grunge musician's real-life survival story

blog.oregonlive.com — In many ways, "Hit So Hard," the story of Patty Schemel is familiar to the point of being clichéd: a '90s Seattle rocker spirals into alcoholism and drug abuse until she winds up homeless, then slowly achieves sobriety and a new life.
Shawn Levy Movie Critic, The Oregonian @shawnlevy
'Hit So Hard' review: a grunge musician's real-life survival story: She drummed for Hole and babysat for Kurt an... http://t.co/SSdIh2uy

Oregon track & field rundown: It's going to be one, crazy month of competition as the season hits its zenith

oregonlive.com — The preliminaries are over, and the outdoor track & field season is reaching a crescendo in Oregon. For local fans of championship-level track & field, it doesn't get much better than this. The OSAA Class 4A/5A/6A state championships unfold on Friday and Saturday at Hayward Field.
Paul Buker Sports Writer, The Oregonian @Pnbuker
RT @KenGoe: It's going to be one, crazy month as the local track season hits its zenith; Oregon T&F rundown: http://t.co/3SEYGPCI # ...
Ken Goe Sports Writer, The Oregonian @KenGoe
It's going to be one, crazy month as the local track season hits its zenith; Oregon T&F rundown: http://t.co/3SEYGPCI #goducks

Four Portland Timbers players recalled for national team duty

blog.oregonlive.com — The Portland Timbers announced that four of their current players will miss selected upcoming matches to allow them to represent their national teams in various competitions. Goalkeeper Jake Gleeson, midfielders Lovel Palmer and Rodney Wallace, and defender Futty Danso will be away from the team for varying lenghts of time between May 23 and June 16.
Paul Buker Sports Writer, The Oregonian @Pnbuker
RT @TimbersPDX: Four Portland Timbers players recalled for national team duty http://t.co/wfYlBDVZ #RCTID #timbers

King Tut exhibit opens Thursday in Seattle at the Pacific Science Center

oregonlive.com — When 50 artifacts from the tomb of King Tutankhamun were shown in Seattle in 1978, more than 1.3 million people lined up to see the statues and golden sarcophagi. Now, 34 years later, King Tut is back in the Northwest with "Tutankhamun: The Golden King and the Great Pharaohs," a blockbuster exhibit that opens today for a run through Jan.
Grant Butler Arts and Food Writer, The Oregonian @grantbutler
Sneak peek at #Seattle's #KingTut exhibit, which opens Thursday. More coverage coming this weekend. http://t.co/s97NoDBu

This week's last-chance movies: 'We Have a Pope,' 'Mansome,' 'Sound of My Voice' and more

blog.oregonlive.com — The busy spring cleaning of local moviehouses continues this week, with a number of notable titles on their way out of Portland-area theaters after Thursday's final shows.
Shawn Levy Movie Critic, The Oregonian @shawnlevy
This week's last-chance movies: 'We Have a Pope,' 'Mansome,' 'Sound of My Voice' and more: Catch 'em while you can! http://t.co/RbaZ55Rv

TV Tonight: 'American Idol' finale, 'Modern Family,' 'Revenge,' 'Around the World in 80 Plates'

oregonlive.com — "American Idol": THIS! IS! THE SEASON FINALE! THIS! IS! "AMERICAN IDOL"! THIS! IS! HOW RYAN SEACREST TALKS! (8 p.m., Fox/12) "Modern Family": The season concludes with Mitchell and Cameron working on their plan to adopt another child. Well, the title of the show does include "family," so they're doing their part.
Kristi Turnquist Reporter, The Oregonian @Kristiturnquist
TV Tonight: 'American Idol' finale, 'Modern Family,' 'Revenge,' 'Around the World in 80 Plates' | http://t.co/GNJmuBwk http://t.co/U5x8Zfzb

Mynt Gentlemen's Club, controversial bar in Northeast Portland, told to stop giving away alcohol

oregonlive.com — The Oregon Liquor Control Commission has written a letter to the owners of Mynt Gentlemen's Club in Northeast Portland, telling the controversial bar, which recently re-opened, to stop giving away alcohol. The letter comes after the Laurelhurst Neighborhood Association complained on Facebook that the club, at 3390 N.E.
Larry Bingham News Reporter, The Oregonian @NEPDXReporter
Mynt Gentlemen's Club, controversial #nepdx bar, told to stop giving away alcohol http://t.co/AFzpmkE2

Jamie Oliver tweet helps Scottish girl's lunch blog go viral

oregonlive.com — Parents who worry your kids aren't getting square meals in their school lunches, meet Martha Payne. The 9-year-old Scottish girl began a blog in April to document her daily school lunches and rate them on taste, cost, portion size, healthfulness and cleanliness.
Victor Panichkul Food Writer, Statesman Journal @TasteofOregon
#oregonfood Jamie Oliver tweet helps Scottish girl's lunch blog go viral: Parents who worry your kids aren't get... http://t.co/c9H2ifIk

Portland Timbers video: Steve Purdy excited to face Valencia

oregonlive.com — Timbers defender has been cleared to play after missing the past three MLS games while recovering from a concussion. Purdy will likely see action in the Timbers' international friendly against Spain's Valencia. Purdy also talks about upcoming MLS game against Cascadia rival Vancouver. -- Geoffrey C. Arnold; follow him on Twitter.
Paul Buker Sports Writer, The Oregonian @Pnbuker
RT @TimbersPDX: Portland Timbers video: Steve Purdy excited to face Valencia http://t.co/IaxZuh8Y #RCTID #timbers

Nike Brand president Charlie Denson tells world sports leaders to embrace change

oregonlive.com — The world of sports, especially the Olympics, needs to embrace change, Nike Brand president Charlie Denson said this morning in a speech. "Change and evolution have always been an essential part of sport and the Olympic movement," Denson told a gathering at the SportAccord Convention in Quebec City in the province of Quebec, an event with the theme, "Decade of Change, a Future of Promise."
Allan Brettman Business News Reporter, The Oregonian @abrettman
Embrace change, @Nike Charlie Denson tells world sport leaders. http://t.co/FVTneBl8

Hewlett-Packard plans to eliminate 27,000 jobs by end of 2014

oregonlive.com — Hewlett Packard Co. announced a plan this afternoon to lay off roughly 27,000 employees or about 8 percent of its workforce, generating annual savings of $3 billion to $3.5 billion as it exits fiscal 2014. The world's No. 1 personal computer maker said in a statement most of those savings would be reinvested into the company.
Mike Rogoway Tech Reporter, The Oregonian @rogoway
HP job cut number: 27,000 by the end of fiscal 2014; no immediate word on Corvallis or Vancocuver: http://t.co/XAgEuEVq via Reuters

Oregon State football: Sean Martin receives 90-day driver's license suspension, pays fine

oregonlive.com — Oregon State cornerback Sean Martin, who was arrested Feb. 19 for driving under the influence and attempting to elude police officers, was sentenced Wednesday. Martin, who had had nine tackles, one tackle for loss, a forced fumble and a fumble recovery in three games in 2011, pleaded no contest to a misdemeanor elude and a misdemeanor DUII, according to Chris Stringer of the Benton County District Attorney's office.
Lindsay Schnell Sports Writer, The Oregonian @LindsayRae19
RT @OregonianSports: Oregon State football: Sean Martin receives 90-day driver's license suspension, pays fine http://t.co/kZHv5Br9

NBA High-5: With Jerry Sloan ready to return to coaching, could Blazers hire him without a GM?

oregonlive.com — 1. Back on the market: It appears Jerry Sloan really is serious about coaching again. The former Jazz coach has been linked to two openings this week, and the reports didn't come from anonymous sources, but rather, directly from Sloan himself.
Mike Tokito Sports Writer, The Oregonian @mtokito
#NBA High-5: Plus, Heat-Pacers ugliness; rich restricted class; James Harden's future; mixed reviews for Warriors' move http://t.co/slsC0Mgk
Mike Tokito Sports Writer, The Oregonian @mtokito
#NBA High-5: With Jerry Sloan ready to return to coaching, could Blazers hire him without a GM? http://t.co/slsC0Mgk

Steve Johnson powers USC to title, looks to future

blog.oregonlive.com — Now that he's posted his 66th straight collegiate match victory and helped powerhouse USC roll to its fourth consecutive national title, Steve Johnson turns his sights on the pro ranks. Does he have what it takes to make it at tennis' top level? Hard to say: his compact, paddle-ball strokes aren't common on the ATP.
Douglas Perry Sports Writer, The Oregonian @douglasmperry
Is USC's Steve Johnson ready for the ATP tour? http://t.co/y6yDjY4w

Central Oregon dog lost for 4 years returns home

oregonlive.com — SISTERS -- When a 5-pound Brussels griffon named Pup Pup vanished in January 2008 into the high desert around Sisters while his family was away, his owner searched for him for months. Although Lynn Owen's phone number was on her dog's collar, she got no call.
Katy Muldoon Staff Writer, The Oregonian @katymuldoon
#Dog lost 4 years makes it back #home: http://t.co/myh6RQgb

Boosting 'good cholesterol' won't keep heart disease at bay after all

oregonlive.com — Research published last week threw a monkey wrench into the longstanding belief that raising HDL, the so-called good cholesterol in your blood, will help protect you from heart disease. Reporting in The Lancet, a leading medical journal, researchers described a study in which they found that people genetically gifted with high HDL had no less heart disease than those whose genes supplied them with lower HDL levels.
Katy Muldoon Staff Writer, The Oregonian @katymuldoon
Boosting good #cholesterol won't keep #heart_disease away after all: http://t.co/zAinoozp

Canzano: Stan Van Gundy's a sexy candidate, but Trail Blazers must stay focused on talent

oregonlive.com — Trail Blazers, Inc. has suffered more than its fair share of rotten luck over the years. But as developments go, the Blazers had what looks at sweet opportunity fall at their feet on Monday. Stan Van Gundy was fired by the Orlando Magic. This was followed in Portland with immediate cries about quickly snapping him up.
John Canzano Sports Columnist, The Oregonian @JohnCanzanoBFT
Column: Van Gundy? Pffft. Blazers need a GM, or it won't matter who coaches this team http://t.co/3Z6cECXS

'Bald-Faced Truth' with John Canzano: Arizona head football coach Rich Rodriguez (audio)

oregonlive.com — Arizona head football coach Rich Rodriguez joined John Canzano on the "Bald-Faced Truth" radio show on Tuesday on 750-AM The Game. Rich and Canzano talked about explains why he wanted to return to coaching. He reveals why he thinks that football in the Pac-12 is on par with the other major football conferences.
John Canzano Sports Columnist, The Oregonian @JohnCanzanoBFT
My interview with Arizona football coach Rich Rodriguez (PODCAST): http://t.co/YfzI0n7r @750thegame

Canzano blog: It's 2012... and guess which country refuses to send a woman to the Olympics?

oregonlive.com — I had Olympic weightlifter Holley Mangold on the radio show yesterday (Podcast). We talked about her sport, her weight (350 pounds), dating "If I can see your rib cage, sorry, but we're not going out," and part of our discussion turned to young women and opportunities in sports.
John Canzano Sports Columnist, The Oregonian @JohnCanzanoBFT
I stand corrected. Guess which country still refuses to send women to the Olympics: http://t.co/NAcofey4

Oregon State Beavers baseball: Sore-shouldered Danny Hayes is feeling good

oregonlive.com — CORVALLIS - The baseballs bouncing off the bat of Oregon State designated hitter Danny Hayes would be surprised to hear that the junior from Rancho Murieta, Calif., has a torn labrum in his left shoulder. In his last eight games, Hayes has hit .615 (16 for 26) with three home runs, 11 RBI and 10 runs and was named Pac-12 player of the week.
Lindsay Schnell Sports Writer, The Oregonian @LindsayRae19
Danny Hayes' shoulder hurts when he swings and misses. Luckily, he hasn't been doing much of that lately: http://t.co/LdVLkxlb

Oregon State Beavers rundown: Should Mike Riley ban Twitter?

oregonlive.com — Is it just me, or does Impulse nightclub in Corvallis need to go on Mike Riley's list of "places you are not allowed to visit"? As you've probably heard by now, OSU cornerback Jordan Poyer was arrested for trespassing late Friday night/early Saturday morning after being detained by Impulse security.
Lindsay Schnell Sports Writer, The Oregonian @LindsayRae19
Should Mike Riley ban Twitter? I'm not sure, but he should definitely ban Impulse. Your OSU Wednesday rundown: http://t.co/9cEcYsYJ

Things to do in Milwaukie and Gladstone

oregonlive.com — MILWAUKIE Cruise-in: Ready for some weekend fun? Come check out the School Days Cruise-In -- a fundraiser that features a cruise-in, food booths, and spa services for the ladies. It will take place from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday, June 2, at the Sabin-Schellenberg North Campus, 14211 S.E. Johnson Road.
Victor Panichkul Food Writer, Statesman Journal @TasteofOregon
#oregonfood Things to do in Milwaukie and Gladstone: Today's list includes a combo cruise-in, spa and BBQ; a con... http://t.co/aU65uuTu

You make the call: Portland Trail Blazers owner Paul Allen

oregonlive.com — We conclude the first leg of our 2012 You be the GM series with the top of the ladder: Portland Trail Blazers owner Paul Allen. Allen, who has owned the team since 1988, has denied persistent rumors he is toying with the idea of selling Portland's only major sports franchise, despite describing this season as "one of the most disappointing years I've had in my 24 seasons as owner."
Paul Buker Sports Writer, The Oregonian @Pnbuker
What is it Trump says? You're Fired!! O-Live asks if you want Paul Allen to remain as Blazers owner http://t.co/XKmFlSJL

Big opportunity coming for Timbers at Cascadia Cup

oregonlive.com — This coming Saturday, the Timbers host our first Cascadia Cup match of the season as Vancouver comes to town.
Paul Buker Sports Writer, The Oregonian @Pnbuker
RT @TimbersPDX: Big opportunity coming for Timbers at Cascadia Cup http://t.co/mn4SYJnu #RCTID #timbers

Cully Park dream moves forward; convenience store planned for Broadway/33rd Ave.; other Northeast Portland news: Wednesday Roundup

oregonlive.com — What's happening this Wednesday in Northeast Portland? * A man stopped by Portland police in a stolen vehicle in NE turned out to be wanted by state police, as well. * Catholic Charities is holding a ground breaking at 10 a.m. for the renovated McCoy Village Apartments on N.E. MLK, Jr.
Larry Bingham News Reporter, The Oregonian @NEPDXReporter
Cully Park dream moves forward; convenience store for Broadway/33rd + more #nepdx news: Wed Roundup http://t.co/znxhoC6T

Screams awake Salem woman to murder of nursing assistant, 3 children

oregonlive.com — SALEM -- Clara King of Salem woke early Tuesday morning to the sound of a woman screaming. "When you hear a woman scream like that, you know something is wrong," said King, who lives in an apartment complex across the street from a modest one-story home in Northeast Salem, just east of Interstate 5.
Saerom Yoo Reporter, Statesman Journal @syoo
Screams awake Salem woman to murder of nursing assistant, three children | http://t.co/gkTQCOl7 http://t.co/VXdyubss

Blazers Insider: Franchise needs voice and vision, but instead a vacancy persists

oregonlive.com — Happy Anniversary, Trail Blazers, you've done what no other NBA team has done in the past year, or perhaps ever: Gone one year without a general manager. Of course, this anniversary is nothing to celebrate, so there will be no balloons, no flowers, no candlelight dinners.
Jason Quick Sports Blogger, The Oregonian @jwquick
Happy Anniversary, Blazers fans: http://t.co/SLmhQVOs

Screams awake Salem woman to murder of nursing assistant, three children

oregonlive.com — SALEM -- Clara King of Salem woke early Tuesday morning to the sound of a woman screaming. "When you hear a woman scream like that, you know something is wrong," said King, who lives in an apartment complex across the street from a modest one-story home in Northeast Salem, just east of Interstate 5.
Janie Har Political Reporter, The Oregonian @janiehar1
Screams awake Salem woman to murder of nursing assistant, three children http://t.co/yvCDYySp

Valencia players, who arrived Monday night, meet the press at Jeld-Wen Field

oregonlive.com — There was a brief media availability Tuesday before Valencia's practice. With the help of an interpreter, this is what was said by the three players: Valencia forward Aritz Aduriz (No. 11): Impressions so far? "We just landed last night so we really haven't had a chance to do much.
Paul Buker Sports Writer, The Oregonian @Pnbuker
Valencia players get first look at Jeld-Wen, meet the press http://t.co/BBqYEOcx

The Lineup: Olympics protective of name; unfolding mess with Reebok India; Manchester United is most valuable

oregonlive.com — Olympics organizers in London are taking their brand- and sponsor-protecting role very seriously, according to The Associated Press. A coffee shop in London has the colossal audacity to call itself the "Cafe Olympic"? Bam! Not anymore, bloke.
Allan Brettman Business News Reporter, The Oregonian @abrettman
Cafe Olympic? Not anymore. http://t.co/OA2fmXDD

Mother, daughter who held down and slugged TriMet passengers were treated rudely and shoved as they lashed out

oregonlive.com — A mother and daughter who were treated rudely by a TriMet bus driver -- and told to de-board because they purportedly didn't have valid fare -- actually had legitimately paid to ride earlier that January afternoon, new information has revealed.
Joseph Rose Commuting Reporter and Columnist, The Oregonian @pdxcommute
Mother, daughter who held down, slugged #TriMet riders were treated rudely and shoved as they lashed out | OregonLive http://t.co/M1nGszbd

Timbers defender David Horst anxious to play against Valencia

oregonlive.com — There is no one more pumped up for Wednesday's friendly with Valencia than Portland central defender David Horst, who back in January underwent surgery for a torn labrum and femorocetabular impingement in his left hip. That would be a killer word in Scrabble, but it didn't do much for Horst's soccer career.
Paul Buker Sports Writer, The Oregonian @Pnbuker
RT @TimbersPDX: Timbers defender David Horst anxious to play against Valencia http://t.co/TlXkUdOT #RCTID #timbers

TV Tonight: 'American Idol,' 'Dancing with the Stars,' 'Glee'

oregonlive.com — "American Idol": It's down to two finalists who have one last shot at winning over countless madly texting tween and teen girls with their final performance before the winner is announced Wednesday. (8 p.m., Fox/12) "Dancing with the Stars": No doubt there will be tears as the 14th-season winner is announced, but since this is "DWTS," all hankies must be covered in sequins and ostrich-feather fringe.
Kristi Turnquist Reporter, The Oregonian @Kristiturnquist
TV Tonight: 'American Idol,' 'Dancing with the Stars,' 'Glee' | http://t.co/GNJmuBwk http://t.co/JRW7RaER

Portland Timbers begin busy week with a win; Cascadia Cup matchup looms (links)

oregonlive.com — The Portland Timbers (3-5-3, 12 points) finally snapped both their four-game scoreless drought and three-game winless streak on Sunday, beating the Chicago Fire 2-1. The goals and the win could not have come at a better time for the Timbers, as they opened a three-game stretch over seven days on a positive note.
Paul Buker Sports Writer, The Oregonian @Pnbuker
RT @TimbersPDX: Portland Timbers begin busy week with a win; Cascadia Cup matchup looms (links) http://t.co/fQjtKdXz #RCTID #timbers

Portland Timbers video: Troy Perkins on the Timbers' momentum

oregonlive.com — Timbers' goalkeeper lauds team defense that has conceded one goal in last three games. Perkins also talks about experience of playing Valencia of Spain's La Liga in international friendly and the upcoming game against Vancouver. -- Geoffrey C. Arnold; follow him on Twitter.
Paul Buker Sports Writer, The Oregonian @Pnbuker
RT @TimbersPDX: Portland Timbers video: Troy Perkins on the Timbers' momentum http://t.co/8C6K0rGd #RCTID #timbers

Oregon Zoo's pregnant elephant makes ODOT's busy road construction season a little wilder

blog.oregonlive.com — Oregon transportation officials are used to scheduling noisy, earth-shaking roadwork so that it doesn't disturb salmon and peregrine falcons. But pregnant elephants? That was a new challenge for Portland area engineers and planners mapping out the best way to repave U.S. 26 from the Sylvan interchange to Interstate 405 this summer.
Joseph Rose Commuting Reporter and Columnist, The Oregonian @pdxcommute
Oregon Zoo's pregnant elephant makes ODOT's busy road construction season a little wilder | OregonLive http://t.co/ez6DrwRn #pdxtraffic

Beaverton's Tony Pieper unleashes his Kermit impression on 'The Bachelorette'

oregonlive.com — Tony Pieper, the Beaverton lumber trader who's among the guys competing for Emily Maynard's attentions on this season of "The Bachelorette," says on his bio page that "Humor is the best ice breaker." And Pieper hasn't been afraid to bring on the goofy in the first two episodes.
Kristi Turnquist Reporter, The Oregonian @Kristiturnquist
Tony does his Kermit impression for 'The Bachelorette': http://t.co/WElrVTCf

Nike board committee gives nearly 190,000 shares of stock to CEO Mark Parker

oregonlive.com — Now we're talking LeBron money, baby. Nike has bestowed chief executive Mark Parker with a powerful incentive to stick around another five years. On Friday, the Nike board of directors compensation committee gave Parker nearly 190,000 shares of Nike stock, scheduled to be cashed in May 18, 2017, according to a Securities and Exchange Commission document made public today.
Allan Brettman Business News Reporter, The Oregonian @abrettman
Nike gives CEO Mark Parker nearly 190,000 shares of stock. http://t.co/N2fR0sYz

Pacific Coast Fruit of Northeast Portland recalls listeria lettuce

oregonlive.com — A Northeast Portland company that distributes a variety of produce in the Northwest announced a recall today of bagged lettuce tainted with listeria. Pacific Coast Fruit Co. said the greens, sold to Fred Meyer, Avanti and Evergreen stores in Oregon, Washington, Alaska and Idaho along with food service groups, came from River Ranch Fresh Foods of Salinas, Calif.
Larry Bingham News Reporter, The Oregonian @NEPDXReporter
Pacific Coast Fruit of #nepdx recalls listeria lettuce | http://t.co/HeREM3vB http://t.co/3NiNAk1Y

Organic certifier Oregon Tilth will merge with its California counterpart

oregonlive.com — Two of the nation's leading organic certification agencies plan to merge, indicative of an agricultural sector that has grown as much as 20 percent annually and reached $31 billion in sales. Oregon Tilth, a Corvallis-based non-profit that certifies more than 1,400 organic operations, will merge with California Certified Organic Farmers, CCOF, a Santa Cruz non-profit and the nation's oldest and third-largest certification agency.
Victor Panichkul Food Writer, Statesman Journal @TasteofOregon
#oregonfood Organic certifier Oregon Tilth will merge with its California counterpart: The organizations work wi... http://t.co/U8g1PfLd

Convenience store opposition spreads to Northeast Portland's Grant Park

oregonlive.com — Another group of Portland residents has opposed a proposed convenience store. Unlike a string of new 7-Elevens that have overcome opposition in St. Johns, Sellwood, Vernon, and King, this time the opponent is the Jacksons chain, and the location is inner Northeast Portland's Grant Park.
Larry Bingham News Reporter, The Oregonian @NEPDXReporter
Convenience store opposition spreads to #nepdx Grant Park | http://t.co/HeREM3vB http://t.co/diNmSe1Z

Interstate 5 reopened near SW Corbett following multiple-vehicle crash

oregonlive.com — A multiple-vehicle crash on southbound Interstate 5 near Southwest Corbett Avenue this morning has closed the southbound lanes for now. Portland Police said a truck lost a load of lumber and that several vehicles are involved. There are injuries, but police said they are believed to not be serious.
Joseph Rose Commuting Reporter and Columnist, The Oregonian @pdxcommute
Interstate 5 reopened near SW Corbett following multiple-vehicle crash | http://t.co/SYNDvXUe http://t.co/q4WZiwEE #pdxtraffic

Portland Timbers video: John Spencer looks forward to game against Cascadia rival Vancouver

oregonlive.com — Portland's head coach reflects on win against Chicago, which extended Timbers' unbeaten streak to three games. The Timbers also scored a goal in the 2-1 win, the first time a Portland player scored a goal in five games. Spencer also talks about international friendly game against Valencia of Spain's La Liga and Cascadia Cup derby against Vancouver.
Paul Buker Sports Writer, The Oregonian @Pnbuker
RT @TimbersPDX: Portland Timbers video: John Spencer looks forward to game against Cascadia rival Vancouver http://t.co/kylGjBQ1 #RCTID ...

Neb. governor urges public vote on gay bias laws

oregonlive.com — LINCOLN, Neb. (AP) - Nebraska's governor says city ordinances barring discrimination against gay and transgender people should be put to public votes. The Lincoln Journal Star reports (http://bit.ly/KQIRzo) that Gov. Dave Heineman, at a news conference Tuesday in Lincoln, cited a recent opinion from the state attorney general's office.
David Crary National Social Issues Reporter, Associated Press @CraryAP
#Nebraska governor says bias protections for #LGBT people should be left up to voters http://t.co/LfJOWTMm

Sewer work to close section of Northeast Portland's Alberta Street starting today

oregonlive.com — N.E. Alberta Street will be closed between North Williams Avenue and N.E. Martin Luther King Jr Boulevard starting today from 7 a..m. to 4 p.m. for sewer work, the Portland Bureau of Transportation says. The work will last through Thursday. Detour routes will take N.E. Skidmore Street and N.E. Killingsworth Street.
Larry Bingham News Reporter, The Oregonian @NEPDXReporter
Sewer work to close section of #nepdx Alberta Street starting today | http://t.co/HeREM3vB http://t.co/vdxLMoDL

A man stopped by Portland police in stolen car was also wanted by state police

oregonlive.com — Portland police Monday night arrested a 29-year-old man accused of driving a stolen car in Northeast Portland, and later learned the suspect also was wanted by Oregon State Police for fleeing from a traffic stop last month. At 11:22 p.m. Monday, East Precinct officers stopped Joseph Wayne Kautz in a stolen vehicle in the 1900 block of Northeast 155th Avenue.
Larry Bingham News Reporter, The Oregonian @NEPDXReporter
Man stopped by police in stolen car in #nepdx was aso wanted by state police http://t.co/GKisegQU

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Carmen Cusido Immigration and County Reporter, Charlotte Observer @carmencusido
A colleague forwarded this to the newsroom. Beautiful #story: http://t.co/KW1x39GY

NBA High-5: One Dwight Howard-to-Nets trade scenario would be bad news for Trail Blazers

oregonlive.com — The five most interesting stories, rumors and notes in the NBA: 1. The Dwightmare that never ends: The Magic fired coach Stan Van Gundy and "parted ways" with GM Otis Smith on Monday. So the next step is for center Dwight Howard to sign that extension. Or is it?
Mike Tokito Sports Writer, The Oregonian @mtokito
That would be OSU's Jared Cunningham, whose draft seems to be rising and who outplayed Cal's Gutierrez at a workout http://t.co/gxiia9su
Mike Tokito Sports Writer, The Oregonian @mtokito
#NBA High-5: Plus, Lakers' future; Granger's bait attempt; OKC company rubs salt in Seattle's wound; Cunningham rising http://t.co/gxiia9su
Mike Tokito Sports Writer, The Oregonian @mtokito
#NBA High-5: One Dwight Howard-to-Nets trade scenario would be bad news for Trail Blazers http://t.co/gxiia9su

Spanish powerhouse Valencia comes to Jeld-Wen for Wednesday exhibition against Timbers

oregonlive.com — A drop-in visit by Lionel Messi and Barcelona might have more sizzle - imagine what that would cost Portland Timbers' owner Merritt Paulson - but fans who want to watch top-flight European soccer may like what they see Wednesday night when Spanish first division team Valencia CF comes to Jeld-Wen Field for a 7:30 p.m.
Paul Buker Sports Writer, The Oregonian @Pnbuker
Advance story, notes on Wednesday match with Valencia. Release the big black bat. ... http://t.co/yzYDWcPZ

Lake Oswego School Board approves extension of Superintendent Bill Korach's contract

oregonlive.com — Lake Oswego School District Superintendent Bill Korach will be paid $141,839 for two more years of service, on top of nearly $20,000 a month he receives from the Public Employees Retirement System, according to a contract unanimously approved by the board on Monday.
Nicole Dungca Clackamas County Schools Reporter, The Oregonian @ndungca
Also, Lake Oswego School Board approves extension of Superintendent Bill Korach's contract to 2014 http://t.co/oj5WpiFr

Lake Oswego School Board leaning toward commitment to language immersion expansion

oregonlive.com — Board members said they were eager to further prop up the increasingly popular Spanish language program, which includes instruction in both English and a foreign language. They said they also hoped to quell concerns of the language immersion supporters, many of whom attend meeting after meeting to advocate for the cause.
Nicole Dungca Clackamas County Schools Reporter, The Oregonian @ndungca
From last night: Lake Oswego School Board leaning toward commitment to language immersion expansion http://t.co/bc128dt1

Federal officials commit $745.2 million to Portland-Milwaukie light rail

oregonlive.com — Federal Transit Administrator Peter Rogoff today signed an agreement to commit 50 percent funding for the nearly $1.5 billion Portland-Milwaukie Light Rail Transit Project. The federal portion of funding will be $745.2 million. The remainder will come from local agencies and governments, including Clackamas County, Metro, city of Milwaukie, Multnomah County, city of Oregon City, Oregon Department of Transportation, city of Portland, Portland Development Commission and TriMet.
Joseph Rose Commuting Reporter and Columnist, The Oregonian @pdxcommute
On the blog: Federal officials commit $745.2 million to Portland-Milwaukie light rail http://t.co/HhP7TKbG

Driver cited after striking cyclist, breaking cyclist's leg

oregonlive.com — A 33-year-old woman was cited for failure to obey a traffic control device after she collided with a cyclist, breaking the cyclist's leg Tuesday morning. Sgt. Pete Simpson, a spokesman for the Portland Police Bureau, said Nicole Y. Poor was driving north on Southwest Bertha Boulevard just before 8 a.m.
Janie Har Political Reporter, The Oregonian @janiehar1
And medical? RT @ORweather: Driver hits cyclist, breaks cyclist's leg: $260 presumptive fine. http://t.co/1VYtY9Mf

Oregon track & field rundown: There will be a huge Oregon presence at the U.S. OIympic Trials

oregonlive.com — There are lots of local names on the U.S. Olympic Trials formcharts done for Track & Field News by analysts Dave Johnson and Jack Pfeifer. Here is the men's chart, compiled by Johnson, and the women's chart, compiled by Pfeifer.
Ken Goe Sports Writer, The Oregonian @KenGoe
There will be a huge Oregon presence at the U.S. Olympic Trials; Oregon T&F rundown: http://t.co/YdWeG0Tg #goducks

"Food Truck Cookbook" author rolls into Portland

oregonlive.com — Food cart fans won't want to miss tonight's (May 22) meet-and-greet with 1028 S.E. Water Ave. John T. Edge, author of the new book "The Truck Food Cookbook," which features several local carts. The event is hosted by the Portland Culinary Alliance and happens from 6 to 8 p.m.
Victor Panichkul Food Writer, Statesman Journal @TasteofOregon
#oregonfood "Food Truck Cookbook" author rolls into Portland: Noted food journalist John T. Edge appears at Bunk... http://t.co/qgIiy6YC

Comcast will raise rates July 1 for its 'limited basic' cable TV service

oregonlive.com — Comcast, for the first time in several years, plans a broad rate increase for Portland-area subscribers to its most basic -- and least expensive -- cable TV service. The amount of the increase varies from just a few percentage points in many places to nearly 10 percent in some parts of the Portland area.
Mike Rogoway Tech Reporter, The Oregonian @rogoway
For first time in years, Comcast is raising rates for its "limited basic" service http://t.co/bDTO87DC Fewer than 10% of subscriber have it

Rabid bat bites woman; man who got back at his ex with Craig's List sex party ad sentenced; other Northeast Portland news: Tuesday Roundup

oregonlive.com — What's happening this Tuesday in Northeast Portland? * Been inside the new Aliviar Coffee Shop, at 4128 N.E. Sandy Blvd., next to the Hollywood Theatre? Check out my video to see how the new digs will feature beer, wine and snacks for movie goers. * N.E.
Larry Bingham News Reporter, The Oregonian @NEPDXReporter
Today we get to use the words "sex" and "rabid" in the Tuesday #nepdx news roundup. Wow. http://t.co/OFUWT2ea

New in Northeast: Aliviar Coffee moves, expands hours and offerings to cater to Hollywood Theatre patrons

oregonlive.com — After three years in a tiny coffee shop in Northeast Portland's Hollywood neighborhood, Staci Schoff has moved to be next door to the Hollywood Theatre. Schoff's Aliviar Coffee renovated 4128 N.E. Sandy with the goal of offering coffee and pastries, in addition to beer, wine, cheese plates and desserts for movie-goers.
Larry Bingham News Reporter, The Oregonian @NEPDXReporter
New in #nepdx: Aliviar Coffee moves next door to Hollywood Theatre; expands hours & offerings http://t.co/SAtVGXMO

Comcast will raise rates July 1 for its 'limit basic' cable TV service

oregonlive.com — Comcast, for the first time in several years, plans a broad rate increase for Portland-area subscribers to its most basic -- and least expensive -- cable TV service. The amount of the increase varies from just a few percentage points in many places to nearly 10 percent in some parts of the Portland area.
Brent Hunsberger Personal Finance Columnist, The Oregonian @onlymoney
RT @OregonianBiz: Comcast will raise rates July 1 for its 'limit basic' cable TV service http://t.co/hd0VIdyv

The time is now for spring berries

oregonlive.com — Berries are one of the most welcome seasonal arrivals. Long after winter citrus has gone soft (and long before summer melons have swelled and ripened), the brightly colored berries start appearing everywhere you look. Spring strawberries, tiny and sweet (especially the beloved Hoods), delightfully thorn-free blueberry bushes, and thickets of blackberries and raspberries that threaten to take over our backyards.
Victor Panichkul Food Writer, Statesman Journal @TasteofOregon
#oregonfood The time is now for spring berries: Bored with shortcake? Celebrate the season with a dessert that's... http://t.co/961ZOkWO

Bill Bowerman's daughter-in-law out as Condon/Wheeler track coach after taking student to prom

oregonlive.com — PENDLETON, Ore. - The daughter-in-law of Nike co-founder Bill Bowerman has been dismissed as a volunteer track coach at a small Eastern Oregon high school because she escorted a 17-year-old boy to last month's prom.
Paul Buker Sports Writer, The Oregonian @Pnbuker
Dept. of 1A track controversy: 20,000 unique views, and counting, on O-Live to read about the Melissa Bowerman story http://t.co/fftaddee
Ken Goe Sports Writer, The Oregonian @KenGoe
Condon/Wheeler coach Melissa Bowerman outsted for accompanying a teen to the prom: http://t.co/CVHfITIQ
John Canzano Sports Columnist, The Oregonian @JohnCanzanoBFT
Note to coaches: Do NOT take students to prom http://t.co/i8XsjFcZ
Ken Goe Sports Writer, The Oregonian @KenGoe
RT @Pnbuker: Track coach drama: This is what Jon Bowerman - Bill's son - was talking about at the 1A meet on Saturday http://t.co/CVHkgtS0
Paul Buker Sports Writer, The Oregonian @Pnbuker
Track coach drama: This is what Jon Bowerman - Bill's son - was talking about at the 1A meet on Saturday http://t.co/ffteKNno

Golf: Beaverton High freshman Gigi Stoll earns spot in U.S. Women's Open by winning sectional

oregonlive.com — Less than a week after winning her first state title school title, Gigi Stoll took an even bigger step in her rapidly rising career. The Beaverton High School freshman earned a spot in the most prestigious event in women's golf, the U.S. Women's Open, by winning a 36-hole sectional qualifier at Half Moon Bay (Calif.)
Mike Tokito Sports Writer, The Oregonian @mtokito
Golf: Beaverton High freshman Gigi Stoll earns spot in U.S. Women's Open by winning sectional http://t.co/Q6uEZCtm

St. Helens man accused of stabbing worker tried to strangle mom in 2005: 'Go to sleep Mom, go to sleep,' she told police he said

oregonlive.com — Brent K. Redd Jr. pleaded guilty except for insanity in 2007. Since then, he appeared to be doing better. "It's a very tragic situation," said Mary Claire Buckley, executive director of the Psychiatric Security Review Board. Since 1978, the board has supervised more than 1,400 people who've been found guilty except for insanity.
Lynne Terry Breaking News Reporter, The Oregonian @LynnePDX
7 years after trying to strangle mother, man faces possible murder charges. Not a pretty story: http://t.co/0Lekj5m6

Woman making a film in Oregon or SW Washington? You've got a Faerie Godmother with funding money!

blog.oregonlive.com — Filmmaking is an expensive enterprise, which makes it hard. And indepedent filmmaking in a town like Portland is even harder. And it almost goes without saying, sadly, that it can be harder still for women filmmakers in Portland or hereabouts to raise money for their projects than it is for their male peers.
Shawn Levy Movie Critic, The Oregonian @shawnlevy
Woman making a film in Oregon or SW Washington? You've got a Faerie Godmother with funding money!: Applications ... http://t.co/DQlrUeGH

Bethany man indicted on murder charge in alleged domestic-violence killing

oregonlive.com — Wearing a faded orange jail-issued jumpsuit, with his facial hair trimmed on the sides, Sanelle appeared before Judge Kirsten Thompson in a late-afternoon hearing. She assigned the case to Judge Jim Fun. Prosecutors, attorneys for Sanelle and family members of the victim left him with court deputies as they moved to Fun's courtroom one floor up in the Hillsboro courthouse.
Emily E. Smith Courts Reporter, The Oregonian @emilyesmith
Bethany man indicted on murder charge in alleged domestic-violence killing http://t.co/ST3f58S4

Mount Angel's Glockenspiel Restaurant celebrates asparagus season with cooking contest

oregonlive.com — It's the peak of asparagus season, and Mount Angel's Glockenspiel Restaurant celebrates with its annual "Spargelzeit" - which is German for "asparagus time." In addition to a special menu featuring asparagus, the restaurant is hosting a cooking contest where home cooks can compete for an overnight stay at the Oregon Garden Resort in nearby Silverton, a prize package that includes dinner, wine, breakfast and a special tour of the garden.
Victor Panichkul Food Writer, Statesman Journal @TasteofOregon
#oregonfood Mount Angel's Glockenspiel Restaurant celebrates asparagus season with cooking contest: In addition ... http://t.co/PCtkgfKv

Oregon Legislature set to erase 190 state government positions, mostly management

oregonlive.com — SALEM -- About 190 positions, mostly mid-level managers, would be eliminated throughout Oregon state government under a proposal scheduled for action this week by the Legislature. Most of the cuts would come in the health and human service agencies and to prisons and state police.
Janie Har Political Reporter, The Oregonian @janiehar1
RT @OregonianPol: Oregon Legislature set to erase 190 state government positions, mostly management http://t.co/tJ3O6ayd #orpol #orleg

Oregon State Beavers rundown: Michael Conforto sets record; Civil War on deck

oregonlive.com — We've talked about it before, but it deserves repeating now that Oregon State freshman Michael Conforto has broken the Beavers' single-season RBI record. Conforto, who broke Joe Gerber's record of 67 RBI in a season Sunday, is putting up these numbers (.349, 13 HR, 69 RBI) in an era of much less offense than the springy bats players swung before him.
Paul Buker Sports Writer, The Oregonian @Pnbuker
RT @KenGoe: RT @JHuntweet: OSU rundown: More Michael Conforto, of course: http://t.co/Kh4QmBna
Ken Goe Sports Writer, The Oregonian @KenGoe
RT @JHuntweet: OSU rundown: More Michael Conforto, of course: http://t.co/Kh4QmBna

TV Tonight: 'House' says goodbye, 'Dancing with the Stars' and 'The Bachelorette'

oregonlive.com — "House": A two-hour farewell begins with a look back at the series and then the last episode, titled "Everybody Dies." Expect to see such familiar faces as Jennifer Morrison (Cameron), Olivia Wilde (Thirteen) and Kal Penn (Kutner). Get those hankies ready.
Kristi Turnquist Reporter, The Oregonian @Kristiturnquist
Will you watch the @HOUSEonFOX finale tonight? http://t.co/TETNDPtr

2012 Spring Wine Guide: Rogue Valley/Applegate map

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Victor Panichkul Food Writer, Statesman Journal @TasteofOregon
#oregonfood 2012 Spring Wine Guide: Rogue Valley/Applegate map: View full sizeVanessa Duff... http://t.co/LRBVWyg6

2012 Spring Wine Guide: Umpqua Valley map

oregonlive.com — Most Active Users What's this? Users with the most OregonLive.com comments in the last 7 days Users We Love
Victor Panichkul Food Writer, Statesman Journal @TasteofOregon
#oregonfood 2012 Spring Wine Guide: Umpqua Valley map: View full sizeVanessa Duff... http://t.co/xiJncq8x

Arnon Kartmazov, bringing a new craftsmanship to making kitchen knives

oregonlive.com — By MATTHEW CARD Photography by THOMAS BOYD Despite its virtually unmarked home wedged between crumbling warehouses off North Columbia Boulevard, Bridgetown Forge is easy to find. Just listen for the dull, rhythmic punch of hammer on anvil.
Victor Panichkul Food Writer, Statesman Journal @TasteofOregon
#oregonfood Arnon Kartmazov, bringing a new craftsmanship to making kitchen knives: http://t.co/vaZMGuz9

Interstate Bridge's southbound span will be closed overnight for repairs

blog.oregonlive.com — The Oregon Department of Transportation will close the Interstate Bridge's southbound span from 11 p.m. Monday to the beginning of Tuesday's morning commute to allow crews to continue repairs on the draw bridge's counterweight system. Southbound Interstate 5 traffic out of Washington can State Route 14 east to Interstate 205 and cross into Oregon on the Glenn Jackson Bridge.
Joseph Rose Commuting Reporter and Columnist, The Oregonian @pdxcommute
Interstate Bridge's southbound span will be closed overnight for repairs http://t.co/1b2zi1FD #pdxtraffic

Reader reaction to Portland's no-striping-roadkill with road paint pledge: Look at these pictures

blog.oregonlive.com — I guess I asked for it. In my most recent Oregonian column, I wrote about the city of Portland's sloppy 29-mile striping job on Southwest Scholls Ferry and Patton roads. Although maintenance crews painted the new white fog lines over tree limbs, rocks, gravel and other road debris, a PBOT spokeswoman assured me they would stop to move roadkill in the path of the striping machine.
Joseph Rose Commuting Reporter and Columnist, The Oregonian @pdxcommute
On blog: Reader reaction to Portland's no-striping-roadkill w/ road paint pledge: Look at these pictures http://t.co/B7gkj9xq #pdxtraffic

Boys basketball: Uproar at Roosevelt as coach Robert Key ousted

highschoolsports.oregonlive.com — May 21, 2012 1:19 p.m. Athletes, parents and boosters at Roosevelt High School are trying to make sense of the administration's decision not to renew the contract of boys basketball coach Robert Key. Key, who is known in the community for his work with students on and off the court, was informed last month that he would not be brought back as coach for the 2012-13 season.
Lindsay Schnell Sports Writer, The Oregonian @LindsayRae19
Hmmm RT @hssports_olive: Boys basketball: Uproar at Roosevelt as coach Robert Key ousted http://t.co/dSTij9L8 #opreps

Rafael Nadal returns to form, with the French Open dead ahead

blog.oregonlive.com — Last week, I was sure Rafael Nadal's dominance on clay was over. Sure, he'll keep winning tournaments, even more French Opens, I said. But the days of clocking Top 10 players 6-1, 6-0 were gone. I might have to amend that assessment.
Douglas Perry Sports Writer, The Oregonian @douglasmperry
T.G.I.R.C. Rafa has returned to form on red clay -- with the French Open dead ahead. http://t.co/LtDelZvN

North Clackamas superintendent in the running for Bellevue schools chief job

oregonlive.com — North Clackamas School District Superintendent Tim Mills is one of three finalists for the top spot at the Bellevue School District in Washington. Mills, who took the helm of North Clackamas in 2009 after Ron Naso's departure, will travel to Bellevue on Thursday for a day-long visit, which will include interviews with staff and a community forum.
Nicole Dungca Clackamas County Schools Reporter, The Oregonian @ndungca
North Clackamas Superintendent Tim Mills is one of 3 finalists for top job at the Bellevue (Wash.) School District http://t.co/Bkli7Wa6

California condors hit a milestone -- a population of 405 -- after nearly going extinct

oregonlive.com — Good news for California condors: Their population just topped 400 -- 405 to be precise -- the most since the effort to save the species began 30 years ago as it teetered on extinction's edge.
Travis Donovan Executive Products Editor, Huffington Post @twdonovan
California condor population just topped 400, the most since the effort to save the species began 30 years ago http://t.co/gLhJBywU
Denis Cuff Reporter, Contra Costa Times @DenisCuff
RT @matt_weiser: RT @AudubonCA: Condor population passes 400. Pretty good for a bird nearly extinct in the 80s: http://t.co/r3vH03jy #bi ...
Katy Muldoon Staff Writer, The Oregonian @katymuldoon
Endangered #California_condor population at 405 and climbing: http://t.co/t4Phx9xZ
Matt Weiser Environment Reporter, Sacramento Bee @matt_weiser
RT @AudubonCA: Condor population passes 400. Pretty good for a bird nearly extinct in the 80s: http://t.co/r3vH03jy #birds #esa #wildlife
Craig Pittman Environmental Reporter, Tampa Bay Times @craigtimes
RT @pdykstra: http://t.co/lze74c8L California condors on the rebound: population rises to 405, more than half in wild. http://t.co/Sv6y5P2d
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Nike creator's daughter-in-law axed over prom date

oregonlive.com — PENDLETON, Ore. (AP) - The daughter-in-law of Nike co-founder Bill Bowerman has been dismissed as a volunteer track coach at a small Eastern Oregon high school because she escorted a 17-year-old boy to last month's prom.
Meghann Cuniff Crime and Courts Reporter, Spokesman-Review @meghanncuniff
"OK, I will go with you, but we’ve got to talk about English first." Bowerman's daughter-in-law fired as track coach: http://t.co/R4ELIDJP

Aloha man found dismembered in freezer died of stab wounds, medical examiner says

oregonlive.com — An Aloha man found dismembered inside a freezer Friday died of stab wounds to the chest, according to the state medical examiner's office. Dr. Larry Lewman wouldn't say exactly how many wounds 43-year-old Phillip Lindemuth suffered. Lewman said he's still performing the autopsy and expects to have it completed Tuesday.
Emily E. Smith Courts Reporter, The Oregonian @emilyesmith
From @rwoolington: Aloha man found dismembered in freezer died of stab wounds, medical examiner says http://t.co/SMQGaYla

NBA High-5: Nate McMillan will interview with Bobcats, but Clippers, Magic could become better options

oregonlive.com — The five most interesting stories, rumors and notes in the NBA: 1. Right at home: This we know about Nate McMillan: He has a deep ties with North Carolina, having grown up in Raleigh and played for North Carolina State. He is also building a house there.
Mike Tokito Sports Writer, The Oregonian @mtokito
#NBA High-5: Nate McMillan will interview with Bobcats, but Clippers, Magic could become better options http://t.co/nePaCVSt
Mike Tokito Sports Writer, The Oregonian @mtokito
#NBA High-5: Plus, Warriors moving across Bay? Hack-a-Clip; forging ahead in Sacramento; You be the GM conclusions http://t.co/nePaCVSt

Jurors find Beaverton man guilty of sexually abusing girls he baby-sat

oregonlive.com — Washington County jurors found a 41-year-old Beaverton man guilty of sexually abusing two young girls left in his care. At trial earlier this month, jurors found William Paul Gaskin guilty of three counts of first-degree sodomy, two counts each of first-degree rape and first-degree unlawful sexual penetration and one count each of first-degree sexual abuse and using a child in a display of sexually explicit conduct, said Deputy District Attorney Paul Maloney.
Emily E. Smith Courts Reporter, The Oregonian @emilyesmith
Jurors find Beaverton man guilty of sexually abusing girls he baby-sat http://t.co/lX8qaBFV

Hillsboro police say man found dead off U.S. 26 is suspect in woman's death

oregonlive.com — Hillsboro police say a man found dead in a vehicle off U.S. 26 is the estranged husband of a woman killed at a Hillsboro home this morning. The 45-year-old man, whose name has not been released, is suspected in the death of his estranged wife, said Lt. Mike Rouches a Hillsboro police spokesman.
Saerom Yoo Reporter, Statesman Journal @syoo
RT @rwoolington: Hillsboro police say man found dead off U.S. 26 is suspect in woman's death http://t.co/1O6SvIXM

Live chat: Talk Oregon Ducks baseball with Aaron Fentress

oregonlive.com — The Oregon Ducks control their own destiny as they head into the final weekend of the baseball season. Win the Civil War series against the Oregon State Beavers, and the Ducks will win (or at least share) the Pac-12 title. A spot in the postseason is assured either way, of course.
Seth Prince Assistant Sports Editor, The Oregonian @seth_prince
Oregon Ducks baseball live chat coming up at noon. http://t.co/Gde72JNK Talk Civil War, postseason and more with @AaronJFentress #GoDucks

Portland again nation's top bike-friendly city. In your face, Minneapolis!

blog.oregonlive.com — After a year of drafting off of Minneapolis, Portland has once again pulled into the lead as Bike City U.S.A., according to the latest annual ranking from Bicycling magazine.
Allie Grasgreen Student Affairs and Athletics Reporter, Inside Higher Ed @alliegrasgreen
DC, Eugene listed too. Woot! RT @Oregonian: Portland again nation's top bike-friendly city. In your face, Minneapolis! http://t.co/r6EcgcYf

Communications break down in Verizon-to-Frontier switch

blog.oregonlive.com — Martha Bailey noticed the nice little line atop her Frontier Communications bill that promised customers being switched over from Verizon that their "services and pricing plan will remain the same." Then the Tualatin woman noticed the extra $20 charge. Indeed, transferring more than 230,000 customers didn't go without a hitch.
Mike Rogoway Tech Reporter, The Oregonian @rogoway
Communications break down in Verizon-to-Frontier switch http://t.co/bPDJApow by @LGunderson

Portland Timbers video: Troy Perkins on the team's 2-1 win against Chicago

oregonlive.com — Portland Timbers goalkeeper Troy Perkins produced another strong performance in the team's 2-1 win over the Chicago Fire on Sunday. Perkins talks about his three saves and the importance of getting three points at home. -- Geoffrey C. Arnold; follow him on Twitter.
Paul Buker Sports Writer, The Oregonian @Pnbuker
RT @TimbersPDX: Portland Timbers video: Troy Perkins on the team's 2-1 win against Chicago http://t.co/Pr9uk2kF #RCTID #timbers

In Oregon's congressional delegation, Wyden and Blumenauer speak at highest grade level

oregonlive.com — The Sunlight Foundation says Sen. Ron Wyden and Rep. Earl Blumenauer, both Democrats, pitch their congressional speeches to a higher grade level than the other members of the Oregon congressional delegation. The foundation, a non-profit that pushes for government transparency and accountability, ran the members' speeches through the Fleisch-Kincaid readability test.
Janie Har Political Reporter, The Oregonian @janiehar1
RT @Jeffmapes: In Oregon's congressional delegation, Wyden and Blumenauer speak at highest grade level http://t.co/dYF9jigo

Oregon track & field rundown: Kara Goucher puts on a show for her adopted hometown in the Portland Rock 'n' Roll Half Marathon

oregonlive.com — Kara Goucher said thank you to her adopted hometown in the best way she could Sunday in the Portland Rock 'n' Roll Half Marathon. Despite an upset stomach that caused her so much discomfort that she contemplated withdrawing, Goucher went ahead. The result?
Ken Goe Sports Writer, The Oregonian @KenGoe
The UO women's track team slips from No. 3 to No. 5 in this week's USTFCCCA rankings: http://t.co/QsAZWm0g
Ken Goe Sports Writer, The Oregonian @KenGoe
Kara Goucher puts on a show for her adopted hometown in the Portland Rock 'n' Roll Half Marathon; Oregon T&F rundown: http://t.co/QsAZWm0g

'Mad Men': Don and Joan's captivating 'Christmas Waltz'

oregonlive.com — Sometimes, as another season of "Mad Men" enters the home stretch, it's easy to wonder why this show continues to inspire so much media commentary; such obsessing over details (how much did it cost to use that Beatles song?); and so many endless acres of online dissection and recaps -- the very thing in which I'm indulging as I type these words.
Kristi Turnquist Reporter, The Oregonian @Kristiturnquist
Adults having an adult conversation: Thank you, "Mad Men": http://t.co/5pBKidQV #christmaswaltz

Yeah, in your face, Minneapolis! Portland once again nation's top bike-friendly city

blog.oregonlive.com — After a year of drafting off of Minneapolis, Portland has once again pulled into the lead as Bike City U.S.A., according to the latest annual ranking from Bicycling magazine.
Joseph Rose Commuting Reporter and Columnist, The Oregonian @pdxcommute
On blog: Yeah, in your face, #Minneapolis! #Portland again No. 1bike-friendly city http://t.co/lVOgAglv @btaoregon @bicyclingmag #pdxbike

H&M to draw mob to Lloyd Center; Green Castle reopens; Grant Community Garden update; other Northeast Portland news: Monday Roundup

oregonlive.com — A sample of news and events in Northeast Portland on Monday, May 21, 2012.
Larry Bingham News Reporter, The Oregonian @NEPDXReporter
H&M coming to Lloyd Ctr; Green Castle reopens +more #nepdx news: Mon Roundup http://t.co/vxgYwe6f

Children's Cancer Association honors 26 young people for courage in face of illness, including the late Shallah Turner, of Northeast Portland

oregonlive.com — The The honorees will be featured on a Wall of Courage unveiled May 23 at OMSI.For daily NE news and events, go to Portland-based Children's Cancer Association has named 26 teens and children "Community Heroes" for their "exceptional courage, wisdom and grace" in the face of serious medical challenges.
Larry Bingham News Reporter, The Oregonian @NEPDXReporter
Children's Cancer Association honors kids for courage, including 9-year-old #nepdx boy http://t.co/qWm3CYXj