August 2007 Archives
7:20 PM Sat, Aug 25, 2007 | Permalink
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Fires. Killings. Crashes. Attacks. Accidents. Unspeakable losses of all varieties. So many of the stories that make news are about sorrow. When you're a reporter with a front row seat to so much tragedy, it can be disheartening. I personally believe we could do a better job shining a light on good things that are happening, or at least, being part of a more solution-oriented discussion. But there's no question tragedy is real. A redemptive c...
4:20 PM Thu, Aug 23, 2007 | Permalink
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You've heard the saying,"everyone has a story".
There's a story behind each and every person who takes part in the "Komen Portland Race For the Cure".
I wonder what yours is.
Mine is about family.
I've written here before about breast cancer survivors close to me; my mother-in-law, Marilyn, and Step-Mother, Suzan Porter.
Sadly, I lost my Step-Mom in February, and this year I will run in her memory.
My fa...
3:28 PM Fri, Aug 17, 2007 | Permalink
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So, maybe after all these years in the TV news business, I really have developed a nose for news.
Many of you are wondering if W-C Fields, Karl Malden, or maybe Jimmy Durante have replaced me here on Newschannel 8.
I have received some very nice emails from viewers concerned about me.
I appreciate the kind way you have asked why my nose is suddenly so large!
One viewer,Stephen, wrote:
Laural. I love watching...
4:23 PM Mon, Aug 06, 2007 | Permalink
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Why I Race For The Cure
As we all enjoy the waning weeks of summer before our kids go back to school and the days grow shorter, it's time also to think about one of the events that will help close out our beautiful Northwest summer: The Portland -Vancouver Race For The Cure on Sunday, September 23rd.
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