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Portland Business News
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As supply shifts, here's how home prices are trending in the Portland area
One of the biggest reasons for high home prices is shifting, but that's not the only factor shaping the market.
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Willamette University leases space in the Pearl District
Willamette University is moving students into the Ecotrust building in the Pearl District.
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Oregon hospitals scramble to hire nurses to comply with new law in June
Hospital systems must have their new safe staffing plans in place in June to comply with a law that passed last year.
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The Chronicle - Centralia
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Former Thurston County sheriff files to run for Legislature
John Snaza, the former sheriff of Thurston County, will vie for a seat in the Washington state Legislature. Snaza, a Republican, was among four candidates who filed with the secretary of state’s office to represent the 2nd Legislative District during filing week. The district stretches from Yelm to Mount Rainier National Park. "I've spent my career protecting and serving the people of Thurston County," Snaza said in a news release announcing his campaign. "I want (to) continue that service on a broader scale, advocating for policies that prioritize the safety and well-being of our community." Democrats Michael Holloman and Yanah G. Cook and Republican Matt Marshall have also filed to run for the seat. The four will not face an incumbent, as Rep. J.T. Wilcox, R-Yelm, will not seek reelection. Wilcox, the former Republican House leader, announced plans to retire from the Legislature after 14 years. According to Snaza, Wilcox has endorsed his campaign. Rep. Andrew Barkis, who has represented the second district since 2016, is unopposed in his reelection campaign. First elected as sheriff in 2010, Snaza was reelected in 2014 and 2018 before losing in 2022 to current Thurston County Sheriff Derek Sanders. Snaza is the twin brother of Lewis County Sheriff Rob Snaza. Building on his career in law enforcement, Snaza said public safety, fiscal responsibility and addressing the increase in drug overdoses and deaths will be a priority. To combat drug use, Snaza said his approach would focus “on prevention, treatment and rehabilitation, while also holding drug traffickers and distributors accountable for their actions.” "I'm not a politician — I'm a public servant," Snaza said in the announcement. "I will always prioritize the needs of the people over politics, and I'm ready to roll up my sleeves and get to work on behalf of the residents of the second district." The general election will be held on Tuesday, Nov. 5. A top-two primary will be held on Aug. 6 to decide which two candidates advance to the general election in each race with three or more candidates. |
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In focus: Japanese culture celebrated at Tenino festival
Josiah Bobo is fitted for a yukata during the Tenino Japanese Festival at Tenino High School on Saturday, May 11. Tenino Japanese Festival was hosted by the Tenino High School Japan program and Japanese Club on Saturday, May 11. Admission was free. “Let’s explore Japanese culture at Tenino High School,” organizers wrote in an announcement prior to the event. “We have many fun activities (photo booth-Samurai and Kimono, games), arts and crafts (Mother’s Day card, calligraphy, origami), yummy food (Japanese curry, gyoza, make your rice ball, tea ceremony), performances (Taiko, live calligraphy, Tenino students’ music performances) and workshops (samurai and Furoshiki and balloons) and more.” |
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In focus: Anglers flock to Toledo Lions Club's annual Jim & Penny Lancaster Kids Fishing Derby
Here are some scenes from the Toledo Lions Club’s annual Jim & Penny Lancaster Kids Fishing Derby at South Lewis County Park Pond — also known as Wallace Pond — in Toledo on Saturday. All proceeds from the derby go toward Toledo Lions Club scholarships, which are provided to youths in the community. Learn more about the derby at https://toledolionsclub.org/events/kids-fishing-derby/. Photos by Chronicle photographer Kody Christen. |
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In focus: Funds raised for Adna girls basketball at first Sausage Fest
The first Adna Sausage Fest was hosted by Adna Grocery and Uncle Jim’s Smokehouse on Saturday at the Adna Grange. All proceeds will go toward the Adna girls basketball program. Jim and Cindy Smith, owners of the businesses, previously presented members of the Adna High School football program with a check for $5,342.63 after hosting the Adna Crab Feed fundraiser in April. |
Seattle Times Politics
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Bob Ferguson to Bob Fergusons: Withdraw or face possible charges
The campaign for Bob Ferugson, the state attorney general, sent cease-and-desist letters to the other Bob Fergusons who filed last week to run in the governor's race. |
NYT Politics
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Michael Cohen’s Riveting Day in Court
The prosecution’s star witness testified that Trump ordered him to “just do it” and pay Stormy Daniels.
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Biden Promised Normal. Do Voters Want His Version of It?
Many voters in a new poll say the country’s political and economic systems need major changes or to be completely torn down. The Biden campaign says it’s not satisfied with business as usual, either.
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