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Morning Portland! We've got the scoop on the latest happenings in town. Read on to get looped in. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • Why are Portland's top city officials leaving with six-figure payouts?
  • Police seek answers after man fatally set on fire in Waterfront Park
  • Section of Eastbank Esplanade closed after deadly southeast Portland shooting

Also on today's calendar: Wine for Wildlife and 9 more events.

And lastly, we have a post from a neighbor, Susan N.!

Today's riddle: What is the difference between a jeweler and a jailer? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Thursday: Beautiful with clouds and sun, with a high of 78 and low of 58 degrees.
  • Friday: Mostly cloudy and comfortable, temps: high: 77, low: 56.
  • Saturday: A couple of morning showers, with a high of 75 and low of 53 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Portland deputy city administrator becomes latest high-ranking official to depart with 6-figure severance (kgw.com) — Portland's deputy city administrator for Public Works, Priya Dhanapal, is leaving September 4 with a nearly $222,000 severance, continuing a pattern of six-figure payouts to departing city leaders. As the city recruits for three top administrator roles amid ongoing budget strains, questions are mounting about why so many high-ranking officials exit with large "golden parachutes."
   

2. 'He had good character': Friend remembers Portland man who was killed in 'horrific manner' after being set on fire (koin.com) — Portland police are investigating a homicide after 54-year-old Anthony "Tony" Knights was found with severe burns in Waterfront Park near Old Town and died days later. Friends remember Tony as a familiar, friendly presence who often slept on a favorite bench by the river. Detectives believe the attack was isolated but are urgently seeking tips, asking anyone with information to reference case 26-241822.
   

3. Man found dead at Eastbank Esplanade after reported shooting in SE Portland (kptv.com) — A man was found dead on the Eastbank Esplanade walkway after a reported shooting in southeast Portland, prompting a homicide investigation and a closure of part of the popular riverfront path. Police say suspects left before officers arrived and no arrests have been made. Anyone with information is urged to contact detectives and reference case 26-250218.
   

4. Body camera footage shows chase, standoff with armed suspect in NW Portland (kptv.com) — Newly released Portland police bodycam video shows an August 12 chase in Northwest Portland where officers pursued an armed suspect through a neighborhood near NW 16th and Overton. The footage, now under deadly force review, captures officers using a patrol car, drone, robot, and police dog before the man finally surrendered after barricading himself in a nearby business.
   

5. WATCH: Goats Hop on City Bus in Hilarious Viral Video (outdoors.com) — Riders on a Portland city bus recently got an odd surprise when two goats calmly walked aboard at a local stop before being shooed off. Security footage of the brief encounter has gone viral, with commenters joking it's far from the weirdest thing to happen in Portland. The animals appeared calm and no one was hurt.
   

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What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • School began in the Beaverton district today and I bet there is a need for school supplies!
    We are prepared for the opening with many of the supplies on various lists available for free. No catch, no signing, no money no questions asked. … (Nextdoor West Slope)
  • We walk past miniature ecosystems every day and never look twice.
    There are at least six species of lichen on this ~2" x 3" patch of Prunus bark, as well as a scattering of old scars from red-breasted sapsucker… (Nextdoor Kerns)
  • Government Jobs posted a job opening for Recreation Employment Music and Arts Centers (Ages 16+) - Talent Pool in Portland. Apply here.
  • Paradies Lagardere - The Paradies Shops, Inc. posted a job opening for Stock Replenishment - Airport Travel Retail in Portland. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Portland here.

Ok Portland! 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: A jeweler sells watches and a jailer watches cells. (Thank you Jean D. for sending it in!)
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