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05/30/2026 · Hermiston
Why Your Affirmations Keep Failing (And What Actually Works)
You've been doing affirmations wrong. Here's the one small shift that makes them stick instead of bounce off your brain like a rubber ball.
Why Shakespeare's Sonnets Sound Like Text Messages (And Why That Matters)
The Bard wasn't writing to impress English teachers. He was writing to seduce, argue, and mess with someone's head—in 14 lines. Sound familiar?
05/30/2026
The Sentence That Changed How We Think About Failure—And Why We Keep Getting It Wrong
Beckett's masterpiece of misery contains one of the most misquoted lines in literature, and how we're using it says everything about our desperate need for permission to quit.
05/30/2026
The Fed Just Admitted It Overshot, But Don't Expect Honesty About What Comes Next
Jerome Powell finally acknowledged the central bank cut rates too slowly last year. What he won't say is that banks and borrowers are about to get whiplash from what comes now.
05/30/2026
Stop Pretending the Met Gala Is About Fashion When It's Actually a Billionaire's Costume Party
The Met Gala isn't fashion—it's performance art for people who can afford to treat a museum as their personal dressing room. And honestly? I'm here for it, as long as we stop lying about what it is.
05/30/2026
Skip the State Capital—Head to the County Seat Instead
Every state has that one county courthouse town nobody thinks to visit, and that's exactly why you should go there this weekend.
05/30/2026
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Historian Steve Lent to Present Lecture on the History of the Meek Wagon Trail
Press Release: Historian Steve Lent to Present Lecture on the History of the Meek Wagon Trail • Crook County, OR PRINEVILLE, Ore. — The Bowman Museum will host historian Steve Lent for a special lecture exploring the history and significance of the Lost Meek Wagon Trail on Wednesday, October 14, at 6 p.m. The Meek Wagon Trail played an important role in the history of Oregon and the settlement of the region. During his presentation, Lent will examine the trail’s history, its significance to Oregon’s development, and the people and events connected to its journey through the landscape. Lent will also share newly discovered information about the Meek Wagon Trail, offering attendees an opportunity to hear fresh perspectives and learn more about a historic route that continues to capture the interest of historians and local communities. The lecture will be held at the Bowman Museum and is open to the public. History enthusiasts, local residents, and anyone interested in Oregon’s early history are encouraged to attend. What: History of the Meek Wagon Trail lecture Who: Historian Steve Lent When: Wednesday, October 14, at 6 p.m. Where: Bowman Museum For additional information, contact the Bowman Museum at 541-447-3715 or visit crookcountyhistorycenter.org/events. About the Bowman Museum The Bowman Museum preserves and shares the history of Crook County and the surrounding region through exhibits, educational programs, collections, and community events. The museum connects visitors with the people, places, and stories that have shaped Central Oregon. Media Contact: Sean Briscoe Executive Director | Bowman Museum 541-447-3715 [email protected]
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Records - Umatilla County Skip to main navigation Skip to main content Skip to page footer Land Records Office *New County Records Program - PRAS Umatilla County Records Office is excited to announce the Property Recording Alert Service (PRAS). PRAS provides timely and automated email alerts to property owners when new documents are recorded under monitored names. Each alert includes a direct link to view or download the recorded documents, making it easier than ever to stay informed about activity related to your property. Click on this link to sign up for the PRAS alerts. Featured Services Marriage Licenses Purchase a marriage license and apply online Passports Schedule an appointment and apply for a passport Recording Documents Record a document that effects the conveyance, encumbrance, or division of Real Property Records Lookup Search for recorded documents using our Digital Research Room The Functions of County Records The Office of County Records, (formerly the County Clerk’s Office) records all documents that effect the conveyance, encumbrance, or division of Real Property, including but not limited to: Affidavits, Agreements, Death Certificates, Deeds, Deeds of Trust (Mortgages), Easements, Foreclosures, Judgments, Land Sale Contracts, Leases, Liens, Partition Plats, Subdivision (Town) Plats and variations of said documents (amendments, assignments, modifications, releases, re-plats & satisfactions). Other recorded and filed documents include: Military Discharges, Mining Records, Oaths of Office, Powers of Attorney, and Taxing District Budgets. County Records also: issues & records Marriage Licenses, registers Domestic Partnerships, processes Passport Applications, offers Notary Public Services, assists the Property Value Appeals Board and maintains and indexes the County Commissioners’ Journal - a monthly record of the Orders, Ordinances, Public Works Permits, Contracts, Agreements, and other business Proceedings of the County’s Executive Branch. The Records Office also provides order forms and contact information for obtaining copies of Birth Certificates and other Vital Records not recorded at the county level, but on file with the State of Oregon or 971-673-1190. Limited contact information is available for other states as well. For Birth Records, please call 1-888-896-4988 For Court, Criminal, Custody, Divorce, Fines, Judgments, Parenting Plans, Probate & Traffic records, please call 541-278-0341 The Records Office CANNOT: Give legal advice Supply blank forms/documents. Stevens-Ness carries forms that meet Oregon's Revised Statutes for recording: https://stevensness.com/collections/all-forms Tell you what type of form/document to record Help you fill out forms/documents * If you need help, we recommend that you contact an attorney or title company for assistance. Contact Us Phone:541-278-6236 Email:[email protected] Office Hours & Locations Subpages FAQ About Deeds Marriage Licenses Office Hours and Locations Passports PRAS Recording a Document Records Lookup
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Clackamas County grand jury determines officers justified in using deadly force
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Crook County Planning Commission regular meeting - October 14, 2026 @ 4:00 PM
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