In a special meeting called to review Eureka Police Chief Garr Nielsen's contract Friday, the city council largely heard two very different stories -- one from members of the public and another from police department employees.
Just sent to me by Sounders FC: The family of Nate Jaqua - his father Jon and mother Connie - today issued the following statement on behalf of Nate Jaqua with regards to the civil suit filed in the Circuit Court of the State of Oregon for Multnomah County on June 30, 2009.
Nicknamed "The Rose City" for its climate and "Beertown" for its microbreweries, Portland's reputation is made by both its natural beauty and the fun, funky atmosphere its residents provide. In this well-organized city it's simple to travel but easy to get waylaid amongst the shelves of Powell's City of Books in the art-centric Pearl District or while tasting the beer in one of the city's dozens of brewpubs. Within easy reach of both the majestic Pacific Ocean and the soaring mountain peaks of the Cascades, outdoor recreation is a vital part of local culture. Intellectual and unique, urban yet open, Portland is a friendly city for visitors and residents alike.