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Popcorn for March 2019

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 sublime to the ridiculous, check in here for crunchy bits of … Continue reading

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News To Make You Furious- Professional Courtesy

“A dangerous lack of civility” is one common diagnosis of what’s ailing our country.  We agree, so any story about Courtesy should be celebrated!  But if “Professional Courtesy” brings images of a lawyer covering a colleagues’ court appearance or an … Continue reading

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Drew’s Kitchen- Back-to-school Sausage-Tater Crescent Pizza

The kids just started back to school, meaning a welcome respite for parents.  Drew brings you a recipe that’s easy enough not to disturb your peace and quiet, but that will keep the kids interested in the lunchroom throughout the … Continue reading

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Lovett Deconstruction’s 2018 Dropbox Derby

The Mechanics were there, and we want to tell you all about it. As a company we try very hard to not just be IN our community but a PART of it.  This usually takes the form of working with … Continue reading

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What does the Willamette Shore Trolley need to be perfect?

There’s just one electrifying answer… While it’s a familiar sight to Lake Oswegians, many Portlanders may not know about the Willamette Shore Trolley.  It’s an electric streetcar running along the Willamette River between Portland and L.O. since 1990.  The historic-replica … Continue reading

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The world’s biggest spider is coming to Portland

Tom Dwyer is bringing Arachno Giganticus to Makers Faire at OMSI Time’s ticking down for one of the strangest events we’ve ever been involved in… on Friday we’ll be preparing to welcome Arachno Giganticus, a 10-foot-tall spider, to Portland Mini Maker Faire at Oregon … Continue reading

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Keith Tucker’s Toon for July and August

 SPECIAL NEWS FOR KEITH TUCKER FANS! Do you have a deep-seated desire to hang out with an award-winning cartoonist in a relaxed Portland environment?  Then you’ll be as excited as Keith that his new AirB&B rental is on-line.  Take advantage … Continue reading

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Referral Reward Program

How our Referral Reward Program works Our Referral Reward Program is how we say “thank you” to the clients who recommend our shop to their family and friends.  When a new client comes in and gives your name as a … Continue reading

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Shop Talk

Now WE can do your DEQ testing! We’re excited to tell you that NOW you have a choice!  You can find a day when the DEQ test station is open, wait in line in blazing heat or freezing cold, and … Continue reading

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Health Notes- Why are we overweight? It’s not willpower…

This is an article from The Guardian so it references information from England, but as you’ll see the causes of obesity are worldwide…   We’re in a new age of obesity. How did it happen? You’d be surprised. By George … Continue reading

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