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10/01/2026 · Hermiston
The Two-Minute Pause That Protects Your Day
You don’t have to answer every request on the spot. A small pause before saying yes can help you make choices from intention instead of reflex.
Why Shakespeare’s Summer Day Refuses to End
Shakespeare’s Sonnet 18 begins with a famous question about summer—but its real subject is time, and the audacious little trick poetry can play on it. Read the poem as a wager: what if a few lines could outlast the season itself?
10/01/2026
The Power You Want Should Not Belong to Someone Else
Mary Wollstonecraft’s sharpest line about freedom is also a useful test for modern arguments about power: are we trying to control others, or finally govern ourselves?
10/01/2026
The National Ear: Washington’s Waiting Game Has a Price Tag
The country keeps asking who will blink first, voters, lawmakers, workers, or the Federal Reserve. Meanwhile, the bills keep arriving on schedule.
10/01/2026
The Relationship Is Fine—So Why Do I Feel Like I’m Losing My Mind?
Two readers, two very ordinary relationship problems: one partner who treats chores like optional side quests, and one ex who keeps reopening a door that should be nailed shut. The common thread? Stop waiting for people to magically become easier to love.
10/01/2026
Stop Pretending You Need Another Prestige Drama. Watch “The Pitt.”
“The Pitt” is the rare medical show that understands an emergency room is not a metaphor for America—it is simply a place where everyone is tired, bleeding, and making terrible decisions. Plus: four things worth your time, and one expensive-looking dud to leave in the digital lobby.
10/01/2026
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View allGardening Class: Growing Edible Native Plants (18+) – Gladstone Library
Gardening Class: Growing Edible Native Plants (18+) – Gladstone Library Start Date 10/10/2026 02:00 PM End Date 10/10/2026 03:00 PM Gladstone Library, 525 Portland Avenue Gladstone, OR 97027 Growing a garden of edible native plants benefits you, wildlife, the soil, and water quality! Local naturalist and instructor Cindy Hines will share her favorite edible PNW natives, their benefits, and how to incorporate them into meals. No registration required.
Repair Fair - Molalla
Repair Fair - Molalla Start Date 10/10/2026 12:00 PM End Date 10/10/2026 03:00 PM Molalla Library - 201 E 5th St. Small appliances, small electronics, clean clothes and textiles. Learn more regional repair calendar
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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Administrative Rules - Recently Adopted Commerce and Compliance Rules
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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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