Saturday, February 07, 2009

Would You Support A County Defense Force?

GRP: A look back at a concept created at the time, in a Daily Astorian article, by Sheriff John Raichl now, Clatsop County Commissioner John Raichl and still, in my view, a very valid concept.

http://www.dailyastorian.com/news//y129/89/3news.htm

Sheriff proposes armed citizen defense forceCitizens would help protect vulnerable sites in countyBy TOM BENNETTThe Daily AstorianCitizens of Clatsop County - Sheriff John Raichl wants you.To provide extra security for sensitive facilities around the county in the heightened climate of caution stemming from the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks, Raichl is proposing to create an armed volunteer civil defense force made up of local residents....For complete article, click on link below

https://www.thefiringline.com/forums/showthread.php?p=751928

Daily Astorian, Steven Forrester Editorial: County Needs To Keep Its Eye On The Ball

GRP: An apparent, continued weakness in sound leadership from CCBofC denies fair presentation on issue and specifically the one-sided and clearly biased presentation on the issue of Global Warming without invitation for presentation of counter view to clearly and fairly inform the citizens of Clatsop County.

2/2/2009 11:37:00 AM

County needs to keep its eye on the ball

Discredited climate change baloney has no place on public agenda

Members of the Clatsop County Board of Commissioners have a lot on their plate right now...Click On Link Below For Complete Editorial

http://www.dailyastorian.com/main.asp?SectionID=23&SubSectionID=392&ArticleID=57984&TM=44257.41

Friday, February 06, 2009

Cheniere's Sabine Pass LNG Terminal: A Little Look At Terminal Use Agreements

Terminal Use Agreements!

That's what the end result for NSNG/Bradwood and Oregon LNG is all about, those committed clients and their annual, expected product generation(Regasified Natural Gas) and expected revenue from each client.

Take a look, do the math and you will see the payoff and the incentive to do absolutely what's necessary to make thse projects happen and it appears the firstest with the mostest wins it all.

Don't be fooled into thinking these Energy Speculators are in this to be a kindly little way station to help us get Natural Gas to our friendly Natural Gas supplier.

Andy Cier, Artist for the 2005 "Ocian In View" Nickel To Make Presentation


Would you like to get your nickel's worth of art copyright information for FREE?

Internet theft of artwork is something that hit home here in Astoria, and you may have read the papers, but now you can get .... the rest of the story!

Lewis and Clark National Historical Park, Fort Clatsop is pleased to announce the next installment of its In Their Footsteps free speakers series.

This program, A Nickel – For What it’s Worth by Andrew E. Cier and LaRee Johnson, will presented on Sunday, February 15, at 1:00 p.m. in the Netul River Room of the Fort Clatsop visitor center.

You might have a 2005 “Ocean in View” Nickel in your pocket or purse. Did you know that this common five cent coin has an intriguing local story behind it?

This Third Sunday Forum is sponsored by the Lewis and Clark National Park Association and the National Park Service. These programs are free of charge. You are invited to see & hear ... the rest of the story!

For more information, call the park at (503) 861-2471.

Navy To Stage More Training And War Games Off Oregon/Washington Coasts


Northwest Training Range Complex
The Northwest Training Range Complex consists of numerous individual training areas that stretch from Washington to Northern California. Extending 250 nautical miles (about 288 miles) west from the coastline into the Pacific Ocean, the Northwest Training Range Complex encompasses more than 126,000 square nautical miles of ocean area. The range complex also includes more than 34,000 square nautical miles of airspace. The land, air, and sea components of the Northwest Training Range Complex provide the space and resources needed to realistically train Navy Sailors and aviators to achieve and maintain Fleet readiness.Click Link Below To Go To Complete Overview

http://www.nwtrangecomplexeis.com/EIS.aspx

The Peter Huhtala KGW News Interview
http://www.kgw.com/video/video-index.html?nvid=329275&shu=1

Banished Again From North Coast Oregon

It has become a "Badge of Honor"

Thursday, February 05, 2009

LNG's Enemy: Green Venture Capitalists

From: Inc.com
Cashing In on Clean Technology
Despite the credit crunch and falling oil prices, venture capitalists say green energy is still a good bet.
By: Venuri Siriwardane
Published January 2009

The future of all alternatives to oil rests on a single make-or-break factor -- money. And even as private investors fled other markets last year, clean-tech company coffers were still brimming with venture capital dollars.

Clean tech -- a loosely defined environmental category -- includes companies involved in solar power, biofuels, batteries, water, recycling, even farming.

And as VCs clamored to get in, funding for the industry posted an all-time high of $2.6 billion in the third quarter of 2008.

Experts linked the boom to soaring oil prices, generous tax credits, and a public fascination with all things green.

Though they also say the torrid pace can’t continue, the amount of capital raised globally last year -- $8.4 billion -- still exceeds the 2007 full-year total of $6 billion, according to the Cleantech Group, a San-Francisco-based market research firm....For Complete Article Click On Link Below

http://www.inc.com/articles/2009/01/clean-tech.html

Peter Huhtala To Be On KGW Tonight 6:00 & 11:00PM

Peter Huhtala interview with KGW today about the expansion of Navy war games and sonar testing off Oregon and Washington. The piece will air tonight during the 6 pm channel 8 news. More on this subject will come in future days.

Well, This Oughta Frost You!!!

Time Magazine says California is the "National Capital" of energy efficiency: it's ultra-strict building codes and generous financial incentives exceed federal mandates.

And to maintain that standard they expect Oregon and other northwest states to do all the dirty work for them and send them nicely processed and clean Natural Gas off our backs?

For the Time article:"Wasting Our Watts", Click on link below.

http://www.time.com/time/magazine/article/0,9171,1869224,00.html

Reuters: Elusive West Coast Market Scraps Woodside Petroleum's California LNG Terminal!

Thursday, February 05, 2009
Reuters UK
By Edward McAllister
NEW YORK, Feb 3 (Reuters) - Woodside Petroleum's (WPL.AX) decision to scrap a liquefied natural gas import terminal in California last month bodes ill for developers on the U.S. West Coast already struggling to bring projects to fruition....For Complete Article Click On Link Below

http://uk.reuters.com/article/oilRpt/idUKN0244678720090203?sp=true

Wednesday, February 04, 2009

Don't Do This!!! Miley Cyrus Did And......

Don't Do This!!!




Asian Group Not Mad at One of These People
Posted Feb 2nd 2009 6:10PM by TMZ Staff
When Miley Cyrus transformed herself into Hanoi Montana for this photo -- she had to know it would turn into bad fortune. The OCA -- a group "dedicated to advancing the social, political and economic well-being of Asian Pacific Americans" -- is fuming at this photo of Miley and pals for using what they have deemed an offensive, stereotypical gesture....For Complete Article, Click On Link Below

http://www.tmz.com/2009/02/02/asian-group-not-mad-at-one-of-these-people/

Oregon Parents Launch Virtual Public School Coalition

From: Oregon Catalyst
By: In The News

Wednesday, February 4. 2009

Virtual Public School CoalitionPortland, OR - A group of Oregon parents today announced the launch of the Oregon Virtual Public Schools Alliance, a coalition committed to protecting online schools as an option for Oregon families. Online schools exist in the state, but they are administered through a patchwork of regulations that artificially cap enrollment, prevent a consistent standard for access, and limit the long-term viability of the virtual school's charter....For Complete Article Click On Link Below

http://www.oregoncatalyst.com/index.php/archives/2048-Oregon-Parents-Launch-Virtual-Public-School-Coalition.html

Politico.com: Cheney Warns Of New Attacks

From: Politico.com

By & & 2/4/09 5:56 AM EST Updated: 2/4/09 3:19 PM EST

Former Vice President Dick Cheney warned that there is a “high probability” that terrorists will attempt a catastrophic nuclear or biological attack in coming years, and said he fears the Obama administration’s policies will make it more likely the attempt will succeed.....Click on link below for full story

http://www.politico.com/news/stories/0209/18390.html

Tuesday, February 03, 2009

MSN's Top Ten Micro-Cars!

Life in the Tiny Lane

Small is beautiful — or at least affordable. Here are our picks for the top “micro” cars on the road today.

As this year’s North American International Auto Show in Detroit made oh-so clear, small gas-sipping cars — or those that don’t run on gasoline at all — are what automakers and government overseers think American drivers want. Even with gas prices relenting, few people have extra cash to swipe away at the pump, so MSN Autos rounds up 10 cars that prove small can be beautiful — or at least beautifully economical....Click On Link For The Rest Of The Story

http://editorial.autos.msn.com/landingpagepassenger.aspx?cp-documentid=861622&landing=passenger&topart=passenger&icid=hotmail&GT1=22009&vv=600

Monday, February 02, 2009

Rookie State Law Maker Offers Green Jobs Proposal

New lawmaker offers ‘green jobs’ proposal
Plan would insulate, weatherize, be paid for through utility bills

By Steve Law
The Portland Tribune, Jan 29, 2009

Home energy reviews are the first step to energy-saving improvements that cut utility bills. Neil Kelly Home Performance analyst Seth Kolodziejski shows homeowner Jennifer McClellan possible drafty leaks in her home using an infrared camera.

Politicians from Portland City Hall to the White House are extolling “green jobs” to help pull the nation out of its worst recession in a generation.

A rookie state lawmaker from Southeast Portland may have the most promising plan for Oregon.

State Rep. Jules Bailey, D-Portland, in tandem with local energy and finance experts........Click On Link Below For Complete Story

http://www.portlandtribune.com/news/story.php?story_id=123318343924618000

Astoria Visual Arts Celebrates 20 Years!

From: "azure10@juno.com"

Please Join The Astoria Visual Arts (AVA) Historic 20th Anniversary Celebration & Auction
Date: Thursday, February 5th from 7 - 10pm.

Our “Keep The Arts Alive” benefit will be held at the Loft in the Red Building #20 Basin St., Astoria.

Entrance by donation.

For the past twenty years, Astoria Visual Arts Center (AVA) has facilitated important public art projects, supported emerging regional artists, offered a wide-ranging series of lectures, thematic art shows and experimental music on the North Coast, and mentored children and local high school artists.

We honor all of you who recognize the value of a flourishing arts community here which drives our economy and provides the color and enrichment locals and visitors enjoy.

There will be refreshments, champagne and music by The Hayes Trio (Bill Hayes on guitar, Dave Ambrose on bass and Tom Sarpola on drums) along with an auction of marvelous treats to ensure that AVA continues to be the inclusive and pioneering non-profit organization it is.

Local businesses and artists have donated items and/or experiences to be auctioned at this event.

Valentine’s day is just around the corner and this would be a great opportunity to purchase something for your loved ones.Thank you for keeping the arts alive and well here at home by participating in AVA’s “Keep The Arts Alive”.
For More Information: Call 503-325-4589

Rising Tide:Willing To Go Physical On The LNG Debate?

Cascadia Rising Tide is active in Eugene, Portland and Olympia, with contacts in British Columbia, California and elsewhere in the west. Our focuses include grassroots education and organizing resistance to Liquefied Natural Gas, regional highway expansions and forest destruction.

We also work with local movements against giant hydro-electric dams and the sustainability movement.

Please contact us at anytime at cascadia-AT-risingtidenorthamerica-DOT-org and join our email list for updates!...For More Detail On This Group, Click On Link Below

http://www.risingtidenorthamerica.org/wordpress/category/rising-tide-cascadia/

For Those That May Be Interested, See Below Invitation:


PRESS RELEASE
PEASE FORWARD FAR AND WIDE!!

LOVERS AGAINST LNG!Valentines Day! Feb. 14thWhere: 220 NW 2nd Ave, 2 blocks N of Burnside,When: Noon(email me for the flyer, most lists won't accept it)Come On Out to Proclaim Your Love for the Earth and Call Out NW Natural(aka NW NASTY) on its Abusive Relationship with CascadiaNW Natural (Nasty) has been leading the people of Cascadia to believe thatthey are looking out for the greater good by pushing their LiquifiedNatural Gas (LNG) agenda packed with 3 terminals and hundreds of miles ofpipelines. It's more like NW Nasty has shoved a pipeline through our heart.We see through the "greenwash" smog that they've created and realize thatthey are in an abusive relationship with the land and its people.On Valentines Day (Feb.14th) we are planning to call out NW Nasty fortheir lies and let them know that they've taken advantage of ourrelationship for far too long. Come on out and show that you choose Natureas your Valentine, bring your cutie and kiss in protest, get Nasty againstNW Nasty or just sing and dance along to our Love Song Karaoke. The rallywill lead to some other Lovers Against LNG actions, but don't worry we'realways safe!A Few Ways Folks Can Get Involved:• Help make costumes and Valentine Signs before the rally, contact: ant@risingtidenorthamerica.org• Bring fun and festive skills such as juggling, stilt walking or othercreative entertainment stephanie@risingtidenorthamerica.org• Play a role in our creative Street Theatre• Wanna make a fun Pinata?• Come on out to the Red & Black on Sun Feb. 1st at 6pm or contact ant@risingtidenorthamerica.org about our next V-Day action planningmeetingThere will be a work-party this Wednesday at 6pat the Blackrose Infoshop4038 N. Mississippi Ave.Portland, Oregon 97227Hope you can make it!!-- stephanie@RisingTideNorthAmerica.orgwww.RisingTideNorthAmerica.org**Rising Tide North America**PO BOX 11664Portland, OR 97211

From:Blog Herald: Proper Attribution Of Internet Content

I don't think any of us intentionally mean to misrepresent ourselves, in our zealousness to get a point across by reposting an article, video or photos but there are set rules that could mean the difference in sharing quality information and plagiarism.

This article shares some valuable information .

From: The Blog Herald
Filed as Features, Guides on December 17, 2007 8:54 am
by Jonathan Bailey

When the Richter Scales posted their “Here Comes Another Bubble” video, they didn’t expect the attention that they would get.

The video and song, a parody of Billy Joel’s “We Didn’t Start the Fire” lampooning the current wave of Web companies, almost instantly went viral, generating over 600,000 views on YouTube and becoming an instant Internet sensation.....For complete article click on link below

http://www.blogherald.com/2007/12/17/how-to-provide-attribution-in-the-blogging-world/

Sunday, February 01, 2009

Marquis Among Three Prime Candidates For U.S Attorney!

President Obama has given no sign of haste to replace the Bush appointee

Sunday, February 01, 2009
BRYAN DENSON - The Oregonian Staff

Three prominent career prosecutors have expressed interest in becoming the next U.S. attorney for Oregon if the Obama administration replaces Bush appointee Karin Immergut.

Dwight C. Holton, an assistant U.S. attorney for Immergut who worked in the Clinton administration, has applied for the job. So has one of the state's best-known district attorneys, Josh Marquis of Clatsop County. Pete Shepherd, who resigned last month as Oregon's deputy attorney general, said he also wants the job if the new administration makes a change. ...For Complete Article Click On Link Below

http://www.oregonlive.com/news/oregonian/index.ssf?/base/news/1233384916128300.xml&coll=7