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New Portland, OR YouTube Channel!
01/24/2012

I've split off my main channel into another one that cover nothing but Portland, Oregon and all the groovy things there is to see, do, eat, etc in the Rose City. I hope you'll check it out and please subscribe. Thanks! Link it below.... http://www.youtube.com/lovingonportland

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Tom Peterson Haircut Song
01/24/2012

I just posted on YouTube our family doing a lip sync to the song, probably in 1990. View it here Hope this can help you out. If he still lives on Mt

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Beyond Portland Oregon | Mt Hood, Oregon Coast, Columbia Gorge
01/24/2012

Beyond Portland Oregon you'll discover the beauty of Mt Hood, the Oregon coast, and Columbia Gorge

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The Romantic Oregon Coast
01/24/2012

The romantic Oregon coast lies a short 90 minutes from Portland, Oregon. The Oregon coast makes for a wonderful vacation.

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Portland Oregon Events | Events in Portland Oregon
01/24/2012

So many Portland Oregon events, so little time. Events in Portland Oregon means fun for the entire family. Enjoy Portland Oregon at it's best.

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2011: The year of Bill Gates Bashing
01/19/2012

2011 has been the year of Bill Gates bashing – To his credit, Bill has handled it all in strideBy Oregon Small Business Association From government criticisms to former co-workers, 2011 was a year full of unusually sharp and personal criticism of Bill Gates. First of all, Governing Magazine ran a front page cover story [...]

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Paul Allen starts space launch venture
01/19/2012

Paul Allen embarks on space launch business – Video press conference below By Oregon Small Business Association Billionaire and Microsoft co-founder Paul Allen has turned his attention and money to an endeavor that has eluded corporate and government rocket scientists for decades: launching satellites into space from and ascending aircraft. Allen plans to inject $200 [...]

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Trend ends for Daily Deals, Netbooks, Cheap China goods
01/19/2012

By Oregon Small Business Association As the economy continues to sputter, U.S consumers have increasingly cut spending and embraced bargain shopping as a way of life. New data, however, suggests that recent fixtures of American frugality may be on the way out. Daily Deals hitting peak Studies indicate that the once booming “daily deal” industry [...]

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Shoplighting at 5-year high due to theft rings
01/19/2012

Theft rings push shoplifting rates to 5-year high By Oregon Small Business Association Shoplifting appears to be a growing problem for America’s retailers, and thieves are growing in their sophistication. That’s according to the Retail Industry Leaders Association, a prominent industry trade group that recently released its annual report detailing the latest trends in retail [...]

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Post Office tries to get people to stop using the internet
01/19/2012

Oregon Small Business Association The latest U.S. Post Office TV commercial is trying to get the public to take a great leap backwards by not engaging in online transactions. The Post Office commercial tries to strike a wedge between online and postal commerce by using the security card. Here is what the post office TV [...]

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NFIB small business summit
01/19/2012

Oregon Small Business Summit, Oct. 2-4 Entrepreneurial leaders from around state to convene in Bend By Oregon NFIB Annual Small Business Summit Oct. 2-4 Every year the NFIB/Oregon Small Business Summit gets better, and this year’s will be no exception. The 2011 gathering will be packed full of in-depth policy discussions and other important topics [...]

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NIKE movie-based shoes score big
01/19/2012

NIKE shoes score big Nike has produced 1500 pairs of replica shoes based on the pair that Michael J. Fox wore in the 1989 movie Back to the Future II. The shoes are available on Ebay until September 18. They have sold there for prices between $3,500 and $10,000. At a live auction last week, [...]

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A picture of the wildfires in Oregon and across America
01/19/2012

NBC Nightly News and the National Interagency Fire Agency Center ran this wildfire chart this week that shows a large number of active wildfires across the American West. Oregonians across the state have been seeing evidence of the wildfires with increased smoke and haze in the sky over the past few weeks.

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Farmers Markets Growing in Number, Popularity
01/19/2012

USDA: Farmers Markets Growing in Number, Popularity 111 farmers markets currently operate in Oregon By Oregon Small Business Association The number of farmers markets selling fresh, locally and regionally grown produce grew significantly over the past year. According to the 2011 National Farmers Market Directory recently released by the U.S. Department of Agriculture, more than [...]

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Guide to Oregon Real Estate
01/18/2012

The state of Oregon offers a diversified range of geography, interesting cultural differences and a variety of attractions. Each of the seven main regions presents a unique character and offers a scenic environment and enjoyable way of life that carries … Continue reading →

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Guide to Saving Money on Homeowner’s Insurance
01/18/2012

Shopping around is one of the easiest ways to get the best deal on you homeowner’s insurance, but there are several things you can do to reduce your payments even further: Make sure your credit is looking good. Mortgage companies … Continue reading →

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Guide to Online Mortgage Calculators
01/18/2012

Although web-based interest calculators can’t tell you what size mortgage you can afford, they will help you determine how much your monthly payments will be after you’ve closed on a new home. The first step is to determine the principal … Continue reading →

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Guide to Oregon’s Regional Attractions
01/18/2012

Whether you’re planning a romantic couple’s getaway, a fun-filled staycation for the whole family or just looking to get better acquainted with your local area, each of Oregon’s unique regions offers a rich variety of cultural and entertainment opportunities. Here … Continue reading →

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Grant’s Getaways: Tubing at Ski Bowl
01/18/2012

If you want to have winter fun but you’re not into downhill skiing or snowboarding, tubing is perfectfor its ease and simplicity — plus, it’s perfect for youngsters and those young at heart. On a sunlit ...

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Scaling Mt. Hood to Welcome 2012
01/18/2012

Watching the first sunrise of 2012 from the top of Mount Hood with my close friend Carlos Martinez was so beautiful it was almost impossible to describe. However what was truly amazing was the ...

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Grant’s Getaways: Willamette Sturgeon Fishing
01/18/2012

This week, I headed to the Willamette River with a rod, reel and spirit of adventure to learn more about Oregon’s famous dinosaur fish species called “sturgeon.” Steve Williams says his fishing doesn’t slow despite what ...

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Wintertime Adventure: Kayak the Coast
01/18/2012

Not a snow person? Then you’ll be happy to hear that the mountains aren’t the only place for wintertime adventuring. Oregon’s coast is the perfect destination for wintertime kayaking. There are many reasons to try winter ...

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Roadtrip: Hood River
01/18/2012

We’re not ashamed to admit that sometimes the best part of the ski day is après ski. So go ahead and steal first chair at Ski Bowl, Timberline or Meadows, but take time to enjoy ...

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Eastern Oregon Beer Hunt
01/18/2012

It’s open season in Eastern Oregon — on microbrews, that is. Between now and April 30, beer lovers can participate in the Eastern Oregon “Beer Tag” Controlled Hunt. Here’s how it works: Procure a Beer Tag ...

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Winter Rafting & Kayaking in Oregon
01/18/2012

Some people think we’re crazy for hopping in our kayaks when it’s 35 degrees and drizzling, but if you love to paddle, there are many reasons to get out in the rain. If you wait ...

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