🌱 Soccer Madness+Burnside Shoot Out+Leaf Blowers Are Evil

Happy Tuesday, neighbors! The days are getting mighty short and we're still weeks away from the Solstice. I guess that means we're going to have to make the most of the daylight we have left. Let me tell you about how busy today is going to be.

First, today's weather:

Cloudy and rainy with a high of 52. Pretty much a standard Portland day.

Here are the top stories today in Portland:

1. The Portland Timbers defeated Real Salt Lake in the Western Conference on Saturday, which means they will host the Major League Soccer Finals. This will be the first time that the Timbers have hosted the league championship. And if you think that fans are happy, you should hear how excited local businesses are. “Oh we are freaking stoked completely stoked!” Jay Anderson, a Marathon Taverna Security Guard, said. He said this weekend’s game brought in more than 500 fans and it's ready for even more for the MLS Cup. The MLS Finals will take place on Dec. 11th, where the Timbers will face New York City FC. (KPTV.com)
2. And it's off to the races! For vaccinations, that is. The Oregon Health Authority has opened a pop-up vaccine clinic in the former Multnomah Greyhound Track, which closed in 2004. It’s now owned by the Confederated Tribes of the Grand Ronde and will host a drop-in clinic from noon until 7 pm Monday through Saturday, Dec. 6-11. (Willamette Week)
3. Shots rang out on East Burnside over the weekend, as bullets flew at 2 crowded venues injuring 3 people. The shooting happened around 11:15 p.m. on the sidewalk near the corner of Northeast 7th Avenue and E Burnside, according to the Portland Police Bureau. When officers arrived, they provided first aid to two victims until medics got to the scene. Those victims had serious injuries, police said, but they are expected to survive. The third victim went to the hospital on their own and was treated and released, PPB said. (KOIN)
4. An audit from the Oregon Secretary of State's Office has concluded that the state agency tasked with training and overseeing police officers is not doing all it should. The Department of Public Safety Standards and Training (DPSST), provides a four-month basic training program for officers. But the audit found, in terms of further training and officer oversight, the agency is lacking. The audit also found that DPSST does not adequately perform or monitor ongoing training for officers, that it is mostly left to local control. Auditors found that DPSST is understaffed for all it should be doing. (KGW)
5. Does the loud, whiny noise of a leaf blower push you near the breaking point? Well, you're not alone and some Portlanders are trying to do something about it. They're taking aim at gas powered leaf blowers which, they claim, in addition to creating noise, also contribute to climate change. "The climate issues, particularly now we’re in climate crisis, are of paramount importance," said Michael Hall, co-founder of Quiet Clean PDX. " (KCBY)

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Today in Portland:

• Feeding birds is a great way to enjoy a variety of species from the comfort of home, but there are things to know in order to attract birds and keep them safe. This is why Portland Audubon is offering a class on proper bird feeding. This class will introduce you to the best foods to offer and show you various types of feeders. It will also address how to minimize visits from rodents and other unwanted species and show ways to help prevent the spread of disease. 6:00 - 7:00 PM.
• Think you know Disney movies? Test your knowledge at The 4th Wall at its Disney Trivia Night! Grab your Mouseketeers and let’s Wish Upon a Star! The winning team gets a 4th Wall Gift Certificate as well the choice of their favorite Disney movie to watch afterwards. 6:00 - 8:00 PM.
• The Jackson County Kills returns to the Landmark Saloon in SE Portland. One part Everly Brothers, one part Creedence Clearwater Revival, one part Ramones and all the way, undeniably, immersed in the life of the barroom entertainer, the Jackson County Kills are veteran musicians that have paid their dues and their performances prove it. 8:00 - 10:00 PM.
• If you have an interest in wildlife, you may wish to head to the Newmark Theater to see the National Geographic presentation of The Secret Life of Bears. Join committed carnivore ecologist, Rae Wynn-Grant, for a fascinating look inside the secret lives of bears and a report from the front lines of the mission to help humans and carnivores coexist peacefully. Dr. Wynn-Grant studies the movements and behaviors of the bears in an effort to find ways to improve the relationship between local communities and the powerful wildlife that surround them. The show starts at 7:30 PM.
• Looking for laughs? Come to the Firkin Tavern for its open mic comedy night, Screwed. Hosted by Kellie Irwin and Caroline Smith. The show starts at 8:00 PM.

From my notebook:

• Portland Audubon: "Red-tailed Hawks are very common, and chances are you've seen one perched on a lamp post beside the highway, soaring above, or surveying its surroundings from a branch. Identifying raptors is tough, but if you are able to get good at r..." (Facebook)
• Portland Art Museum: "Dyani White Hawk’s suite “Takes Care of Them” was inspired by the Lakota practice of four veterans being asked to stand and face each of the four cardinal directions during the wabléniča ceremony, a ritual welcoming adoptees and forme..." (Instagram)
• About 75 people, decorated in elaborate Krampus-themed costumes, met at Sewallcrest Park in Southeast Portland on Sunday for the 12th Annual Krampuslauf. Traditionally, Krampus parades and festivals are held across the United States and Europe every December 5th. It was canceled in Portland last year due to COVID-19. See photos from this very Portland-esque event here! (The Oregonian)
• After months of gunfire plaguing the neighborhood, the Mt. Scott Neighborhood gathered Saturday to celebrate 62 days of peace. The holiday party was held in an area of the neighborhood previously marked by violence. Organizers said they worked with the City of Portland earlier this year to put up barrels to curb reckless driving as well as signage to mitigate other violence. (KATU)
• A local baker has been showing off her skills on the Food Network for their Christmas Cookie Challenge! An experience she’ll never forget, Karen Thi talks with FOX12’s Ayo Elise about what it was like competing the show and how to get a cookie competition ready. (KPTV)

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How's that for a Tuesday? Pretty awesome, right? But that's what it's like when you're in the great city of Portland. And that's certainly not the end of it, so join me back here tomorrow and I'll tell you more news of the city. If you're loving these newsletters, consider bringing some of your friends and neighbors into the fold. You can send them this link to subscribe.

— Dominic Anaya

About me: Doctor, educator and now a writer/artist, I'm just chillin' in Portland, OR with my wife, our ferrets, our chickens and our goats.

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