Author Archives: tomdwyer

Health Notes- This is the healthiest community in the US. Here’s why…

Posted on September 23, 2020 by tomdwyer

This is the healthiest community in the US. Here’s why… Kristen Rogers on CNN, Sep 2020 “With its vast mountain ranges, diverse wildlife and clean air, Los Alamos County, New Mexico, has been ranked the healthiest … Continue reading →

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We can even learn from THAT debate!

Posted on September 23, 2020 by tomdwyer

Tom’s Tidbits The Debate was a disaster, but we can still learn from it Greetings, If you’re like me, you’re still slack-jawed at the desecration of human dignity, democratic principles, rational thought, and the vacuum of vision on display in … Continue reading →

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Popcorn Shorts for September 2020

Posted on September 22, 2020 by tomdwyer

Popcorn Shorts Cool stuff that’s too small for a big article Just like it says, Popcorn Shorts is about the kind of things we think are really interesting, but don’t really need a large article to explain them. From the … Continue reading →

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Get Ready For Winter

Posted on September 21, 2020 by tomdwyer

Two critical areas of concern for winter driving Original post December 2, 2011, revised Sep 2020 Fall is just beginning, but winter is on its way. No one wants to be left on the side of the road in winter … Continue reading →

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Book Spotlight- “It Was All A Lie” by Stuart Stevens PLUS: BIG NEWS from Multnomah County Library

Posted on September 21, 2020 by tomdwyer

“It Was All A Lie- How The Republican Party Became Donald Trump” by Stuart Stevens from the publisher– “In his bare-knuckles account, Stevens confesses to the reader that the entire apparatus of his Republican Party is … Continue reading →

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Drew’s Kitchen- Garlic breaded roast chicken breasts

Posted on September 21, 2020 by tomdwyer

Roast chicken doesn’t have to be boring! A little creativity and a few spices will give you a chicken worth crossing the road for. Ingredients: ¾ cup all-purpose flour 2 tsp salt 1 tsp freshly ground black pepper … Continue reading →

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News To Make You Furious- VAULT OF VENOM!

Posted on September 21, 2020 by tomdwyer

Greg Palast’s 2009 jaw-dropping article on the 20th anniversary of Exxon’s Valdez oil disaster made us angry. In fact, it made us furious. And one of the most infuriating things about it was that no one else was furious because no one was paying … Continue reading →

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Shop Talk for September 2020

Posted on September 21, 2020 by tomdwyer

Comment of the Month- Client Leah M. wrote- “Always consistent reliable service service.” Client Laura Z. wrote- “Great service, as always” Client Jessica B. wrote- “Always a positive experience. Honest. Trustworthy.” Client Bob R. wrote- … Continue reading →

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It’s the FINAL FURY!- Our ”News To Make You Furious” column goes into the Vault

Posted on September 21, 2020 by tomdwyer

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You have an appointment with the Department of Reality Studies!

Posted on September 21, 2020 by tomdwyer

“My ignorance is just as good as your knowledge.” Do you believe that? We don’t. Basic science, even basic consensual reality, seems under attack these days. Science and education are increasingly something for the ‘elite’; something to be distrusted by … Continue reading →