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Hello again!
I’m back in Portland, safe and well. Only partially buried under a backlog of emails that piled up while I was away. I’ll dig myself out eventually! I have a lot […]
Red Cross Reality Show Causes Ratings Sensation?
So the national folks have just posted a couple of videos that they’re calling the Red Cross Video Diaries. And they’ve just compared them to shows like The Real World […]
Having a Blast, Safely
What would July 4th be without fireworks…besides quiet? As the sun sets on America’s birthday, for many people the fun is just beginning. A recent report from the U.S. Consumer […]
Celebrating the Fourth of July, Safely
This Fourth of July – whether barbecuing in the backyard, enjoying a day at the ballpark or spreading a picnic blanket in the cool grass of a local park or […]
Your Help Needed: Pick Our New Domain Name!
For the last few months, our amazing Web specialist — Erica Arevalos — has been working hard on a new site for our chapter. Those who have seen it can […]
Mommy, Where Does Blood Come From?
Well honey, I’m glad you asked — The Oregonian has everything you need to know about the blood supply chain. Reporter Andy Dworkin wrote a very comprehensive article that appeared […]
Disaster Action Team Responses
A highlight from this last weekend’s sudden Summer Storm: a “tree fall” in the Gaston area crushed three vehicles in the front yard. There were no injuries, but power lines […]
Celebrate Freedom, Give Blood
Fireworks. Blues festivals. BBQs. Blood drives. Sure, one of these things is not like the others, but they’re all activities planned for the upcoming 4th of July holiday. Learn how […]
Shirley Powers: Making History Cool
I’ve always been a little anti-branding. Even in middle school, my philosophy was that, if I’m going to wear a t-shirt that says Esprit or Guess, they should really pay […]
Are You Ready For Wildfire Season?
Today’s the day. Fire season officially begins in NW Oregon. Nonetheless, fires have gotten off to an early start, both here in Oregon and down in California. The Tumalo Creek […]