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University of Oregon President Richard Lariviere proposes using $1 billion bond sale to finance university for 30 years
By Bill Graves, The Oregonian
May 11, 2010, 7:41PM
University of Oregon President Richard Lariviere wants to give the university more financial independence by funding it with a $1 billion bond sale. Full story »
Oregon's new breed of rabbit farmer
By Special to The Oregonian
May 11, 2010, 12:00AM
You may have trouble with the idea of eating something so furry and cute. But chefs don't, and they continue to seek product to serve at their restaurants. Now, more than a decade after OSU's once thriving rabbitry closed, independent farmers raising the animals and filling the gap. Full story »
U.S. faces an epidemic of heart failure, but better treatment offers hope
By Andy Dworkin, The Oregonian
May 12, 2010, 5:00AM
Whether touched off by heart attack, infection or other causes, injured hearts can enter a downward spiral of growth and weakness. An aging population threatens to vastly expand the number of Americans with failing hearts. But new, implantable pumps promise better treatment. Full story »
Make a raised bed with concrete blocks
By The Oregonian
May 12, 2010, 5:22AM
Unlike wood, concrete doesn't rot, and the beds can be dismantled and moved. If the bed is small, it'll heat up on hot days, so plant heat-lovers such as tomatoes and melons. Full story »
Summer steelhead season still on
By Bill Monroe, Special to The Oregonian
May 11, 2010, 12:31PM
There are no plans to delay the summer steelhead opener. Full story »
Mechanical heart pump a temporary fix for the broken heart of a Portland teenager
By Andy Dworkin, The Oregonian
May 11, 2010, 10:00PM
A mechanical pump that revs as fast as an Indy Car pushes blood through Nakia Hertz's body. It nestles below a scarred and swollen heart that has grown too weak to supply her body with oxygen. Full story »
Pet Talk: Film, commercial sets no place for the average pet
By Jacques Von Lunen, Special to The Oregon...
May 11, 2010, 4:22AM
If you think your dog is the next star, or even would be good in a short commercial, there are rules and regulations to be followed. Full story »
Vancouver's 'Discover the Original' photo contest offers lodging, dining prizes
By Terry Richard, The Oregonian
May 12, 2010, 3:58AM
The contest is open through Oct. 15, 2010, for amateur and professional photographers. Up to four photos may be submitted, with the objective of inspiring visitors to "Discover the Original" Vancouver. Full story »
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U.S. faces an epidemic of heart failure, but better treatment offers hope
By Andy Dworkin, The Oregonian
May 12, 2010, 5:00AM
Whether touched off by heart attack, infection or other causes, injured hearts can enter a downward spiral of growth and weakness. An aging population threatens to vastly expand the number of Americans with failing hearts. But new, implantable pumps promise better treatment. Full story »
The color purple -- in a tomato that thinks it's an eggplant
By Kym Pokorny, The Oregonian
May 12, 2010, 4:40AM
A new hybrid contains antioxidants that could help reduce the risk of cancer and heart disease. Full story »
Vancouver's 'Discover the Original' photo contest offers lodging, dining prizes
By Terry Richard, The Oregonian
May 12, 2010, 3:58AM
The contest is open through Oct. 15, 2010, for amateur and professional photographers. Up to four photos may be submitted, with the objective of inspiring visitors to "Discover the Original" Vancouver. Full story »
You Docs: What to do if you think you're gluten-sensitive or might have celiac disease
By Syndicated columns
May 12, 2010, 3:41AM
If you think you need to give up gluten, here are some tips on what you should do to make sure you're still getting your fiber and vitamins. Full story »
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Mechanical heart pump a temporary fix for the broken heart of a Portland teenager
By Andy Dworkin, The Oregonian
May 11, 2010, 10:00PM
A mechanical pump that revs as fast as an Indy Car pushes blood through Nakia Hertz's body. It nestles below a scarred and swollen heart that has grown too weak to supply her body with oxygen. Full story »
Benson High backers pack Portland high school redesign meeting
By Betsy Hammond, The Oregonian
May 11, 2010, 9:46PM
Some of the nearly 300 people at the community meeting at Madison High School testify against Superintendent Carole Smith's proposal to turn Benson into a two-year tech center Full story »
Portland cleared to get federal funds for English as a Second Language restored
By Betsy Hammond, The Oregonian
May 11, 2010, 2:52PM
Written district plans to train teachers, rewrites schedules and upgrade exit criteria convince the state to resume federal funding for the ESL program in Oregon's largest school district Full story »
See 10-foot-tall bromeliad at Rare Plant Research's once-a-year open nursery
By Kym Pokorny, The Oregonian
May 11, 2010, 1:04PM
Rare Plant Research nursery in Oregon City gives you the unusual -- and unlikely -- opportunity to see one of the world's largest bromeliads in bloom. Full story »
There's plenty to enjoy in the Columbia River Gorge
By Special to The Oregonian
May 11, 2010, 10:50AM
Choose from among nearby recreational choices or indulge in a massage, facial, body wrap or mineral bath. Full story »
Dinnertime rush: Monday night
By Amy Wang, The Oregonian
May 11, 2010, 7:00AM
Omamas dish on what they made for dinner Monday, from Saeng-sun jun to polenta pizza. Did their kids eat it? Full story »
Vern Nelson: Edible blooms add a tasty flourish to meals
By Vern Nelson, Special to The Oregonian
May 11, 2010, 5:53AM
Flowers can be used in sun tea, vinegars, syrups and salads. Full story »
Portlanders get their giggle on in classes that combine laughter and yoga
By Steve Beaven, The Oregonian
May 11, 2010, 4:50AM
Take yoga, which is good for you, and laughter, which is the best medicine according to an old saying, and put them together. Full story »
'I Thought You Were Dead' is a good book for people whose dogs are good listeners
By Jacques Von Lunen, Special to The Oregon...
May 11, 2010, 4:47AM
The author, who will be at Powell's Books in Beaverton on May 17, writes about a man and his one functioning relationship, with his dog. Full story »
Pet of the Week: 3-year-old Scooter adjusts quickly to people
By Special to The Oregonian
May 11, 2010, 4:44AM
Scooter, a male, blue and white domestic short hair cat, should do well in a pernament, supportive home. Full story »
Pet Talk: Film, commercial sets no place for the average pet
By Jacques Von Lunen, Special to The Oregon...
May 11, 2010, 4:22AM
If you think your dog is the next star, or even would be good in a short commercial, there are rules and regulations to be followed. Full story »
Beaverton students build interpretive trail near Tillamook Forest Center
By Terry Richard, The Oregonian
May 11, 2010, 3:44AM
The Tillamook Forest Center will continue to use the new trail to conduct service learning projects for K-12 students. The projects will focus on watershed restoration and the need to maintain healthy watersheds. Full story »
You Docs: Step away from the high fructose corn syrup
By Syndicated columns
May 11, 2010, 3:13AM
Here's the bottom line: Avoiding HFCS can help you avoid heart disease, stroke and diabetes. Full story »
Oregon state parks launches 'Let's Go Camping' campaign
By Terry Richard, The Oregonian
May 11, 2010, 3:01AM
Beginning campers can join one of 14 state park programs offered around the state to help them learn to be happy campers. Full story »
Portland Actors Conservatory offers scholarships for youth summer programs
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