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POP QUIZ PDX: Our Most Patriotic, Sassy-Ass, and...

Portland Mercury ·

2024/07/04

See how well YOU score, American! 🦅 by Wm. Steven Humphrey HELLO, AMERICAN! It's time once again to put your patriotic brainy-brain to the test with this week's edition of POP QUIZ PDX—our weekly, local, sassy-ass trivia quiz. And this week, your brain will be tested on how much you know about lotsa AMERICAN things, like local amusement parks, lying politicians, and things that go BOOOOOOOM! 💥 (Don't get it

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The Best Bang for Your Buck Events in Portland This...

Portland Mercury ·

2024/07/04

Picnic in the Pearl, Portland Pickles Doubleheader, and More Cheap & Easy Events Under $15 by EverOut Staff Listen, America may not be worth celebrating right at the moment (is it ever?), but a day off from the capitalistic grind sure is. We've got an absolutely stacked weekend guide for ya, so at least your holiday won't be as bleak as our future. Read on for events from Picnic in the Pearl to the Waterfront

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Muslim Woman Forced to Remove Hijab in Multnomah...

Portland Mercury ·

2024/07/04

Multnomah County Sheriff’s Office failed to follow religious protocol. The missteps may have been illegal. by Kevin Foster Following a protest in support of Palestine at Portland’s Grand Floral Parade last month, Serine Abuelhawa was among eight protesters arrested. Abuelhawa, a Muslim woman, was taken into custody at the Multnomah County Jail, where she was instructed to remove her hijab in front of male

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That Sizzle Pie Note About Your Hair

Portland Mercury ·

2024/07/04

by Anonymous I left you a note on a napkin in Sizzle Pie before Return of the Living Dead Wednesday night about your hair. Wasn’t trying to be creepy. Just being brave.

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Six Months Ahead of Official Government Transition,...

Portland Mercury ·

2024/07/04

Six new deputy administrators will take over bureau administration as Portland commissioners take a step back. by Taylor Griggs In less than six months, Portland will officially implement its new system of government that voters approved in a 2022 charter reform measure. With so many changes on the horizon, government leaders are taking steps to ensure the transition goes as smoothly as possible. This week, thanks

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HEAR IN PORTLAND: We Hear Destiny's Child in Majik9's...

Portland Mercury ·

2024/07/03

In our Hear in Portland music column this week: • A catchy new bop from Majik9 was inspired by Destiny's Child • The Thesis is out here arranging marriages • Donald Glover says he's retiring his Childish Gambino name after aprox one million more releases by Jenni Moore Happy July music fans! This week we’re stoked for Lambo Lawson headlining the Thesis on the Fourth of July, a new song by

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Dear Joe Biden,

Portland Mercury ·

2024/07/03

by Anonymous Respectfully, strategically, perish.

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The Mercury's Tummy-Pleasing NACHO WEEK Kicks Off...

Portland Mercury ·

2024/07/03

Creative nachos from Portland's best restaurants... and only $8 each! by Wm. Steven Humphrey QUERY: Do you like or LOVE nachos? ANSWER: You flippin' LOVE 'EM! So get ready to get very excited, because from Monday, July 8 through Sunday, July 14, the Portland Mercury (along with our booze buddies Hornitos Tequila) celebrates the return of NACHO WEEK! That's right! For one week only, Portland's fave restaurants will

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SAVAGE LOVE: Allowances

Portland Mercury ·

2024/07/03

She refuses to indulge in his feeder/gainer kink—can he just turn his feelings off? by Dan Savage For the longest time I’ve been into the feederism kink. It’s specifically the weight gain aspect of this kink — making myself or others bigger — that turns me on. I’ve always felt uneasy about this due to the health risks and have kept it hidden. I recently got a wonderful girlfriend, our relationship is great,

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Good Morning, News: Lunch Recommendations,...

Portland Mercury ·

2024/07/03

by Taylor Griggs The Mercury provides news and fun every single day—but your help is essential. If you believe Portland benefits from smart, local journalism and arts coverage, please consider making a small monthly contribution, because without you, there is no us. Thanks for your support! GOOD MORNING, PORTLAND! It's the last day of somewhat normal weather for a few days, so enjoy. I'm going to talk about the heat more later, but just

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Where To Get a Great Sandwich AND AN EQUALLY GOOD...

Portland Mercury ·

2024/07/02

Are you—like critic Andrea Damewood—in search of an exquisite pairing of a sandwich and a good chocolate chip cookie? Here's a list of Portland spots that offer both! Places in Portland where you can score a phenomenal sandwich AND a scrumptious chocolate chip dessert. by Andrea Damewood The pairing of sandwich and chips is almost a given in our modern day; sandwich and pickle is another trad match

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Keeping the Faith: Dairon Asprilla Leaves Portland as...

Portland Mercury ·

2024/07/02

The Timbers' second-longest tenured player is returning to Colombia after nearly a decade in the Rose City. by Abe Asher Dairon Asprilla is gone now, heading back to Atlético Nacional, the famous Medellín club he left to join Portland a decade ago. Asprilla, 32 years old now, is going home to Colombia for the next, and possibly final chapter of his career. He’ll likely spend his first days savoring what happened

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THE TRASH REPORT: Yikes Times 3, Kevin Costner...

Portland Mercury ·

2024/07/02

It's time for a heaping helping of the week's trashiest gossip! by Elinor Jones Hello, party people! Welcome back to The Trash Report. Happy July! Pride month may be over, but it's not too late to read our gorgeously queer issue if you haven't already. I don't know about you all, but my June was absolutely NUTS, capped off with a trip to New York where I saw a total of three rats, two Broadway shows, and one living

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Good Morning, News: Portland Mayor's Race Has New...

Portland Mercury ·

2024/07/02

by Courtney Vaughn The Mercury provides news and fun every single day—but your help is essential. If you believe Portland benefits from smart, local journalism and arts coverage, please consider making a small monthly contribution, because without you, there is no us. Thanks for your support! Good morning, Portland! Bask in the mild summer temps of today, because by the weekend, we’ll be roasting. The current forecast calls for highs of

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Meet Your Portland 2024 Mayoral Candidates

Portland Mercury ·

2024/07/01

Here's who wants to be Portland's next mayor. by Courtney Vaughn Updated: July 1 Originally published: November 21, 2023 Under Portland's revised city charter, the mayor will serve in a largely administrative role, overseeing day-to-day operations alongside a city administrator. The mayor will be voted on by all city voters, while the council will be elected by district. The charter change is a shift from the

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The Top 29 Events in Portland This Week: July 1–7, 2024

Portland Mercury ·

2024/07/01

Waterfront Blues Festival, Summer of Slushies, and More by EverOut Staff July is starting off strong—there's plenty of can't-miss events this week, from the Waterfront Blues Festival to Noah Kahan's We'll All Be Here Forever Tour and from Picnic in the Pearl to Portland Mercury's Summer of Slushies. For more ideas, check out our Fourth of July guide. MONDAY FILM It Came From Japan! In 16mmAre you a fan of tokusatsu

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Good Morning, News: Portland's Potential E-Bike...

Portland Mercury ·

2024/07/01

by Wm. Steven Humphrey The Mercury provides news and fun every single day—but your help is essential. If you believe Portland benefits from smart, local journalism and arts coverage, please consider making a small monthly contribution, because without you, there is no us. Thanks for your support! GOOD MORNING, PORTLAND! First of all, welcome to JULY! After a few morning clouds, you can expect sunny skies for the rest of the week with a

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STREET VIEW: Let Portland’s E-Bike Revolution Begin

Portland Mercury ·

2024/07/01

A plan to use PCEF money for electric bike rebates could be a game-changer for the city—if leaders are willing to listen. by Taylor Griggs Over the last few years, I’ve had the distinct pleasure of witnessing dozens of people having their first experience on an electric bike. Even though the e-bike has become a standard in my personal transportation repertoire, I always get a rush of excitement when I watch

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YOUR SUNDAY READING LIST: Supremes Screw Over the...

Portland Mercury ·

2024/06/30

by Wm. Steven HumphreyGOOD MORNING, SUNDAY! It's the perfect time to catch up on some of the great reporting and stories the Mercury churned out this week! (PRO TIP: If you despise being "the last to know," then be one of the first to know by signing up for Mercury newsletters! All the latest stories shipped directly to your email's in-box... and then... YOUR HEAD.) • What the Supreme Court’s Ruling Against Homelessness Means for

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What the Supreme Court’s Ruling Against Homelessness...

Portland Mercury ·

2024/06/28

Portland must still abide by state law—policy which some experts say should be adopted by the entire nation. by Courtney Vaughn Attorneys and advocates for the unhoused say today’s long-awaited US Supreme Court ruling on an Oregon homelessness case sets a dangerous precedent. The high court ruled 6-3 that cities and other government jurisdictions may punish people for sleeping outside in public spaces,

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