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Today's riddle: What do sweet potatoes wear to bed? 🤔 (Answer below!)
1. Most Clatsop County missing persons cases get resolved (dailyastorian.com) — If someone you love goes missing in Astoria or elsewhere in Clatsop County, local police and the sheriff’s office say most cases are resolved quickly, especially juvenile runaways. Officials explain when to call, how investigations escalate, and why you shouldn’t wait to report, offering residents clear, practical steps for handling a frightening situation.
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2. Clatsop County eateries get high marks (dailyastorian.com) — Recent Clatsop County health inspections show most restaurants scoring between 95 and 100, but several Astoria spots, including Hurricane Ron’s, Golden Star, Blue Scorcher, and Portway Tavern, received lower marks. Hurricane Ron’s was even briefly closed to correct violations, while county officials urge diners to check detailed scores online before eating out.
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3. These are 6 of Oregon's Most Treasured Views. How to see them (statesmanjournal.com) — One of Oregon’s six “most treasured views” sits just outside Astoria at Fort Clatsop, the Lewis and Clark winter camp near the Columbia’s mouth. The piece explains how to visit the replica fort, trails, and ranger programs there, while also spotlighting other scenic destinations like Timberline Lodge, Crater Lake, and Haystack Rock.
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4. Portland architect who designed state's largest tower dies at 88 (oregonlive.com) — Astoria’s pedestrian-friendly downtown gets a nod in the legacy of Portland architect and urban designer George Crandall, who has died at 88. Crandall helped shape Oregon’s walkable city centers and designed Portland’s landmark Big Pink tower, later turning his focus to revitalizing downtowns across the state.
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5. OREGON: USDA Announces Office of Seafood (savingseafood.org) — Astoria’s commercial fishing fleet could see new federal support through USDA’s just-announced Office of Seafood, which leaders say will cut red tape and boost markets. The release highlights Astoria-based boats and processors, promising help with infrastructure, disaster aid, and getting Oregon-caught seafood into national food programs.
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