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Student Leader Joins Lawsuit Against Portland Public Schools; Schools Double Down On Misuse Of Taxpayer Funds To Promote Leftist Agenda

Multnomah County Republican Party Chairman James Buchal announced that student Mika Schow, president of the Grant High School conservative group Speak Up, has joined the lawsuit charging the Portland Public Schools (PPS) with misuse of taxpayer funds and violations of the constitutional rights of taxpayers and students. “We are pleased to announce the involvement of […]
Written by James Buchal April 30, 2019April 30, 2019

Australia Calls World to Pray & Fast for USA 30 April – 2 May 2019

For the seventh consecutive year, Australia is calling the nations of the world to join with them in 3 days of prayer and fasting for the United States of America, from 30 April – 2 May 2019. May 2 is America’s National Day of Prayer. The theme is “Pray for America – LOVE ONE ANOTHER” […]
Written by Press Release April 30, 2019April 30, 2019

For Such a Time as This

The Bible is full of stories of real people who faced real challenges. One such account is that of a young Jewish girl named Esther. After her parents died she was raised by her cousin, Mordecai [more-dah-kye]. She lived in the Persian capital city of Susa about 500 years before Christ. Hers is a remarkable […]
Written by Marlon Furtado April 29, 2019April 29, 2019

Beaverton School Board Meeting Monday, April 29, 6:30pm

Beaverton School District plans to roll out a NEW health and sexuality curriculum implementing Gender Identity, Gender roles, Gender Expression, “different families,” and explicit sexuality education in your child’s classroom. Has Beaverton SB been transparent with you?  Concerned Beaverton parents reviewed the sexually explicit curriculum, which is likely to have long term harmful effects on your […]
Written by Suzanne Gallagher, Parents Rights In Education April 26, 2019April 26, 2019

Wind Energy is Just Hot Air

TriMet recently announced its first “zero-emission” bus is ready to roll, claiming that wind-powered buses are cleaner and easier to maintain. But the reality is that electric buses are dirtier and more expensive than traditional buses. Wind and solar energy are both known as “intermittent resources” because both kinds of energy farming have long time […]
Written by Miranda Bonifield April 26, 2019April 26, 2019

ODFW Hosts Free Family Fishing Event At Trojan Pond April 27

The Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife will host a family fishing event at Trojan Pond on Saturday, April 27 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. These events are designed to help kids and their families learn fishing basics, and enjoy a day outside. ODFW will provide rods and tackle on a first come, first […]
Written by Press Release April 26, 2019April 26, 2019

How To Give A Cat A Pill

1) Pick cat up and cradle it in the crook of your left arm as if holding a baby. Position right forefinger and thumb on either side of cat’s mouth and genty apply pressure to cheeks while holding pill in right hand. As cat opens mouth, pop pill into mouth. Allow cat to close mouth […]
Written by Helen Maguire April 24, 2019April 24, 2019

Cougar Seen in Deschutes River Canyon Area – Public Advised To Avoid Area

An adult cougar has been spotted and confirmed to have been using the Deschutes River Canyon area within Bend city limits. It was sighted yesterday morning and again on a trail camera about 8:30 p.m. yesterday. While the cougar is not considered an immediate human safety threat, ODFW and the Bend Police Department are advising […]
Written by Press Release April 24, 2019April 24, 2019

Secretary of State Bev Clarno Releases Report Following Up on Recommendations Made to Oregon State Police, Forensic Services Division

Today, the Secretary of State released a report showing the Oregon State Police (OSP) Forensic Services Division has implemented all recommendations made in audit report 2018-16, “Forensic Division Has Taken Appropriate Steps to Address Oregon’s Sexual Assault Kit Testing Backlog.” “I’m proud to say Oregon is a leader on this very important issue. It is […]
Written by Press Release April 24, 2019April 24, 2019

“Separation” of church & state? Or castigation of religion? To the point:

“I am concerned for the security of our great nation; not so much because of any threat from without, but because of insidious forces working from within.” – General Douglas MacArthur “While [America] retains its sound and healthful state, everything will be safe . . It is only when the people become ignorant and corrupt, […]
Written by Curtis Dahlgren April 24, 2019April 24, 2019

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