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Hi Lake Oswego! We have the latest buzz right here. Let's keep you in the loop and get this morning started right! ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • Why Oregon's Senate majority leader is stepping aside before next session

Also on today's calendar: Music and Movement in Mandarin and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What do you call somebody who crosses the ocean twice and doesn't take a bath? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Sunday: Sunny, with a high of 66 and low of 40 degrees.
  • Monday: Plenty of sunshine, temps: high: 67, low: 39.
  • Tuesday: Mostly cloudy, with a high of 64 and low of 43 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Oregon Senate Majority Leader Kayse Jama will not seek another term leading caucus (lakeoswegoreview.com) — Oregon Senate Majority Leader Kayse Jama, a Portland Democrat, is stepping down from his leadership role even as he runs unopposed for another Senate term. Lake Oswego's own Senate President Rob Wagner praised Jama's collaborative style as Democrats prepare to choose new leaders ahead of a pivotal 2027 legislative session focused on affordability and economic opportunity.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • LOST DOG, JUST ESCAPED: Missing corgi escaped from house within the last half hour.
    Her name is Agnes or Aggie and she is friendly. Please keep an eye out in first edition (escaped around Forest Hills/Tryon Creek entrance) and call… (Nextdoor First Addition)
  • This cat has come to our door every night and half the mornings
    No collar and she seems healthy but a little hungry. Does anyone out there recognize her so we can find a possible owner- unless she's a stray. (Nextdoor Palisades)
  • Healthcare Services Group posted a job opening for Housekeeper (On Call) in Lake Oswego. Apply here.
  • Chick-fil-A posted a job opening for Shift Leader in Lake Oswego. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Lake Oswego here.

🗞 Nearby News

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  • Edward Everett 'Eddie' Horton (thedailyworld.com)
  • Parents plan to speak out after Oregon school counselor is accused of DUI with .55% blood-alcohol content (chronline.com)
  • Blowtorch-wielding burglary suspect arrested after 20+ area food carts victimized (thebeenews.com)

Ok Lake Oswego! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "What do you call somebody who crosses the ocean twice and doesn't take a bath?" — A dirty double crosser ! (Thank you Theresia F. for sending it in!)
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