Category Archives: Features

D.I.Y. Auto Maintenance Tips- A HOME TEST for halogen fluid!

Posted on April 1, 2011 by tomdwyer

Don’t pay dealer prices! There’s an easy home test for your halogen headlight fluid! Halogen headlights are much brighter than regular headlights, but do you know why?  And, more importantly, do you know how to check this critical safety system … Continue reading →

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Japanese radiation awareness video for kids

Posted on April 1, 2011 by tomdwyer

In the wake of the crushing disaster, Japanese parents are trying to explain the problems with the Fukushima nuclear plant to their kids.  How do you talk about atomic engineering to someone who is just getting used to cups without … Continue reading →

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Comparing Tax Breaks to Budget Cuts

Posted on April 1, 2011 by tomdwyer

The budget battles continue in Congress, and it’s easy to get lost in a sea of numbers.  To put things in perspective, here’s a chart comparing the 10 safety-net programs on the chopping block with the cost of the tax … Continue reading →

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Have you ever wanted to be a lobbyist?

Posted on April 1, 2011 by tomdwyer

On April 7, The Oregon Conservation Network will be heading for Salem for Lobby Day, an event to present environmental and conservation positions to our state legislators.  If you’ve never been to a group lobbying event before (and most people, … Continue reading →

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Movie Fans, Here’s Your Chance!

Posted on March 31, 2011 by tomdwyer

We want your help to pick our Sellwood Theater advertising! We try to be pretty selective with our advertising.  Aside from KPOJ and the Sellwood Bee, we don’t appear in a lot of typical venues and we try to restrict … Continue reading →

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Domestic Enemy

Posted on March 17, 2011 by tomdwyer

(Including a goodbye to Heidi Tauber) I’m Tom Dwyer, Members of Congress swear an oath before taking office: “I do solemnly swear that I will support and defend the Constitution of the United States against all enemies, foreign and domestic”; … Continue reading →

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VFP March 19 Portland Rally

Posted on March 3, 2011 by tomdwyer

Saturday, March 19, 2011 Pioneer Courthouse Square, SW Broadway & Yamhill 12:30 PM – music 1:00 PM – Rally 1:30 PM – Peace march Veterans for Peace (VFP) is a group that knows war firsthand.  In their words, “Experience tells … Continue reading →

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Tom’s Tidbits- Get to know the Koch brothers, if you can stomach it.

Posted on February 25, 2011 by tomdwyer

Greetings! We have all heard of the Koch brothers by now but how much do you really know about them, their money, how they got it and how they use it? I consider the Koch Industries as enemies of the … Continue reading →

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A REAL Look Under The Hood Our proprietary Inspection Process is one reason we’re different.

Posted on February 25, 2011 by tomdwyer

The Auto Repair Industry is full of “free inspections”.  “Deals” like free brake inspections, free safety inspections, or the classic “free multipoint inspection” abound.  In most cases these inspections are superficial or otherwise less-than-complete.  Although there are some good inspection … Continue reading →

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Popcorn Shorts- How Fast Are We All Becoming Stupid?

Posted on February 25, 2011 by tomdwyer

Did you know the amount of technical information is doubling every 2 years?  This means that for a student starting a 4-year technical degree HALF of what they learn in their first year of study will be outdated by their … Continue reading →

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