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The Pulitzers on the Web A look at the 2000 Pulitzer Prize lists, with links to the winners and more. pulitzer prizes • pulitzer committee • poynter institute • freedom forum • wall street journal
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Reverse Mortgages-Not for Everyone A reverse mortgage lets you take the equity from your home without making any more payments. There are lots of products. All with rules. Know what you're signing. reverse mortgage • home loan • retirement • mortgage • financing
Oregon Statehood Oregon's Willamette Valley was the first area to be settled. The Native population had been cleared out by epidemics opening up the area to settlement. oregon statehood 1857 • willamette valley oregon statehood • willamette valley native population • willamette indian epidemic • great migration oregon willamette
Review of Alleycat, by Marilee Crow Alleycat is a delightful, heart-warming tale about a homeless cat who makes his dreams come true. marilee crow • k.c. snider • guardian angel publishing • cat tales • homeless pets
Oregon's Death With Dignity Act The Death With Dignity Act (DWDA) became Oregon State law in 1997. Based on 2007 figures, 341 persons have died under the law; 15.6 DWDA deaths per 10,000 total deaths. death with dignity act • physician assisted suicide • end of life choice • right to die • dwda requirements
Environmental News Pesticides, Chinese air pollution, habitat destruction, aquarium exhibits, environmental attitudes and frog pages appeared in the news recently. pesticides • chinese air pollution • habitat destruction • aquarium exhibits • environmental attitudes and frog pages.
Bhagwan Shree Rajneesh Expelled Some of the homeless expose what is actually going on in the commune. Eventually Bhagwan Shree Rajneesh is arrested and expelled from the United States. bhagwan shree rajneesh • ma anand sheela • big muddy ranch • antelope • oregon
Geothermal Energy Under Newberry Volcano, Oregon In today's demand for alternative energy, the potential for geothermal electricity at Newberry Volcano seems promising, but will a viable hydrothermal source be found? alternative energy • geothermal energy • geothermal • hydrothermal • shield volcanoes
The Colors of Home - Part 2 The second half of an essay about the essence of the Pacific Northwest. pacific northwest • oregon • nature writing • birdwatching
Coraline casting, poster British comedy duo Dawn French and Jennifer Saunders to star opposite Dakota Fanning and Teri Hatcher in stop-motion adaptation of Neil Gaiman story. laika entertainment • dakota fanning • neil gaiman • coraline • dawn french
This Week in Medieval History II Another week of articles about Medieval History in the news. medieval • middle ages • dark ages • medieval articles • medieval events
Tour the Oregon Capitol Building Explore the Oregon Capitol in Salem, rich in history, laden with intricate pioneer artwork, surrounded by beautiful landscape and characterized by its prominent Gold Man. oregon pioneer heritage • lewis and clark expedition • rotunda murals • willamette university • salem capital
Chinooks Gain Government Recognition The Chinook Indians have struggled in our state for recognition with the Federal government. This month they were offically recognized as a separate tribe. chinook • wa • washington • indians • state
Argentina's Malbec: Great Cheap Red Wine In uncertain economic times wine drinkers do not become teetotalers. They simply seek out bargain choices for everyday consumption. Malbec from Mendoza fits the bill. malbec wines • mendoza argentina • cheap red wine • new world wines • trumpeter malbec
Best Hay and Corn Mazes in Portland, Oregon The Portland, Oregon area has some of the best corn and hay mazes around. Use this helpful fall activity guide to find the one best suited for a family adventure. corn maze portland oregon • hay maze portland oregon • best corn maze • sauvie island corn maze • pumpkin patch portland
Drug Trade Encourages Community Degredation As substance abuse in the United States soars, many are unaware of the systemic destruction that is perpetuated by illicit drug sales. drug abuse • crimes related to drugs • the drug triangle • metal thefts • methamphetamine abuse
Evening Land Vineyards, New Oregon Pinot Star Critically acclaimed vineyard site, Seven Springs/Anden has been leased to an elite team of restaurateurs and Burgundy superstar winemaker, Dominique Lafon. oregon pinot noir • evening land vineyards • seven springs vineyard • anden vineyard • dominique lafon
Linus Pauling: Remembering Oregon's Native Son When you hear the name, “Linus Pauling,” what do you think? Read about this Oregonian and his accomplishments as one of the most important scientists of the 20th Century. linus pauling • oregon • science • microbiology • biotechnology
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Apollo Defies Gravity at Portland Center Stage Apollo is a bold journey into Epic Theater. Portland Center Stage premieres "Liberation" the third part of Keystone and Critical Mass Performance Group's new play. critical mass performance group • portland • theater • theatre • portland center stage
Free Day Use In Oregon State Parks As part of a celebration for Oregon's 150th Anniversary, the state is offering free day use and one-night camping in all State Parks on Saturday, June 6, 2009. oregon • camping • free events • fishing • state parks
Make This the Year of the Beer Festival Can't spare the time or money for a beer tour? A festival is a great alternative. It's an opportunity to try new beers, meet the brewers, and make friends with fellow beer lovers. beer • brewery • festival • ale • lager
Oregon Archaeology: Excavation Yields Old Shoe Archaeologists digging in Oregon's famous Fort Rock caves uncovered a 9,000 sandal, one of the oldest artifacts in America. oregon artifacts • museum • history • excavation • oregon archaeologists
Pacific Northwest Ski Vacations Skiing is a popular sport in the Pacific Northwest, where the mountains are close by and the powder is fresh. Enjoy the area's best skiing at these four popular spots. skiing oregon • skiing washington • ski resorts • skiing at whistler • skiing at mt. spokane
Poverty Rates in Oregon With high rates of poverty in both urban and rural areas, Oregon will have to utilize several types of economic development to help its various communities. poverty in oregon • oregon poverty • poverty • oregon • poverty in america
U.S. Wilderness Bill Moves Forward A renewed effort to designate some two million acres of land in nine U.S. states as wilderness is sailing through Congress. And that has one Oregon town excited. wilderness bill • congress • sandy • wyden • oregon
A.C. Gilbert's Discover Village in Salem, Oregon At the A.C. Gilbert Discover Village, children find fun, interactive exhibits while learning about science, design, biology and more, near the Willamette River in Salem. ac gilbert discovery village • children activities salem oregon • waterfront park salem • gilbert house • childrens museum oregon
Algebra Taught in First Grade If high school students are struggling to pass Algebra, why is Lebanon, Oregon teaching this concept in first grade? first grade algebra • algebra concepts taught in elementary grades • research data on math • math problems begin elementary grades • math methods change
Bruce Springsteen Signs Deal With Wal-Mart The Boss's latest deal with Wal-Mart has his fans scratching their heads and wondering "Did Bruce Springsteen sell out?" springsteen wal-mart • springsteen wal-mart deal • springsteen greatest hits • bruce springsteen • bruce springsteen we shall overcome
Cultural Vandalism Thrives in the USA The theft and destruction of cultural property within U.S. borders is an ongoing problem that mirrors the challenges faced by other parts of the world. cultural vandalism • cultural property • john c. calhoun • native american artifacts • daniel d. lorello
Montgomery Shines in Shrine Bowl Ohio State running back Joe Montgomery ran for 93 yards on 23 carries, including a 7-yard touchdown run, as the East squad downed the West 20-10 in the Shrine Bowl. ohio state running back joe montgomery ran for 93 • including a 7-yard touchdown run • as the east squad downed the west 20-10 in the shr
Names for Residents of the 50 American States Many know that a resident of Texas is a Texan or one of California a Californian. But do as many know that a person who lives in Wyoming is a Wyomingite? proper nouns for residents of each of the 50 ameri • names for people living in each state • rules for forming proper nouns for state residents • maniac • demonyn
Newspaper Readership Declines in Major Cities Newspaper circulation continues to fall as readers turn to the Internet for the news and information that was once provided by the daily print editions.. newspapers in the u.s. • newspapers decline in u.s. • newpaper circulation declines • newspapers losing readership • newspaper future in america
Oregon Cave Men: Description, Shelter, Language An Oregonian from 9,000 years ago would have dark skin and dark brown eyes. His hair would be almost black and very coarse. oregon caveman • archaeology • oregon history • museum • human ancestors
Oregon vs. California - Part 1 A comparative tasting of wines from Oregon and California. In two parts. oregon • washington • pacific • pacific northwest • northwest
Oregon's Tom McCall, Enviromentalist Governor Tom McCall of Oregon was ahead of his times when it came to the environment. He proposed innovative regulations to safeguard the environment. governor tom mccall environmentalist • congressman samuel mccall tom mccall • governor samuel mccall tom mccall • father son governors • oregon tom mccall environment
Rajneesh Gets Paranoid Rajneesh feels threatened and arms himself and his colony. His coffers are low so he recruits homeless people to do his bidding. bhagwan shree rajneesh • ma anand sheela • big muddy ranch • antelope • oregon
Smoked Sturgeon or Salmon & Blue-Stuffed Shrooms Three Oregon treats conspire to tempt you to taste just one more: Columbia River sturgeon, hazelnuts and blue cheese from Rogue Creamery combine to stoke mushrooms. smoked salmon recipe • smoked sturgeon recipe • smoked fish appetizer • blue cheese finger food • hazelnut appetizer
T-Mobile's G1 Android Smart Phone With a web browser, add-on capabilities, and a large touch-screen T-Mobiles's G1 cell phone, based on Google technology, has similarities and differences from the iPhone. t-mobile g1 • g1 android • google phone • pros and cons of g1 • g1 vs apple iphone
The Bhagwan Shree Rajneesh This self-proclaimed prophet came to the U.S. from India and formed a colony he called Rajneeshpuram in the central Oregon desert near the town of Antelope. bhagwan shree rajneesh • ma anand sheela • big muddy ranch • antelope • oregon
The Rajneesh Colony Grows Rajneesh acquires more land and builds more buildings to accommodate more people. He uses the state's own laws against it. bagwhan shree rajneesh • hotel rajneesh • portland • oregon • madras
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Worldwide Bicycle Boom and Culture Change Northern European countries are doing things differently to get more people on bicycles. U.S. and Canada lag due to strength of car culture, concerns about safety. bicycling netherlands • bicycling attitudes in u.s. • sustainable transportation • public transportation and bicycling • bike lanes and increase in bike riding
Portland's Best Victorian Holiday Display A tour of the Pittock Mansion during the winter holidays is a step into a Christmas of the past. Authentic period decorations fill the magnificent Portland home. victorian christmas display • pittock mansion • christmas in portland • antique holiday decorations • historic homes
American Fuji - A Book Review A review of the sensational first novel by Sara Backer. Set in Japan, an Oregonian English professor and a Seattle psychologist help solve each other's mysteries. oregon • suite101.com • sue barton • bend • japan
Dawn Weinberger - Interview With an Oregon Editor Eighth in a series of interviews with Contributing Editors from Oregon. Highlighted is Men's Fashion editor, Dawn Weinberger. oregon • suite101.com • sue barton • dawn weinberger • men's fashion
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Sustainable Pork What is sustainable pork production? It isn't a hog raised in industrialized factory farm or Confined Animal Feeding Operations (CAFO) or a trend. food • natural • pacific northwest • pork • slow food |
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