GOOD MORNING, SUNDAY! It's the perfect time to catch up on some of the great reporting and stories the Mercury churned out this week! (PRO TIP: If you despise being "the last to know," then be one of the first to know by signing up for Mercury newsletters! All the latest stories shipped directly to your email's in-box... and then... YOUR HEAD.)
⢠Lawsuits Allege Deceit and Greenwashing by Oregonâs Largest Gas Utility
Advocates hope two lawsuits filed this month against gas utility NW Natural lead to change. The lawsuits say NW Natural has lied to customers and shared greenwashing propaganda, including spreading misinformation about a state climate policy.
⢠POP QUIZ PDX!
It's the spooooky HALLOWEEN edition of your fave weekly trivia quiz! This week: creepy Trump statues, ghost cars, and Portland's most HAUNTED locales! OoooOOOoooooh! (That's our imitation of a ghost, btw. đť) See how well YOU score!
⢠The Mercury's November 2024 VOTER CHEAT SHEET!
Filling out your ballot this weekend? GOOD! Need help? Voila, here's your 100% accurate Mercury Endorsement Cheat Sheet to help you fill out your ballot lickety-split!
⢠How Portland Became a Roller Derby Mecca
Twenty years ago, Portland's first modern roller derby league emerged. It's now the largest derby league in the world. Now, the four-time global champion Rose City Rollers will compete for another title win this weekend at the Veterans Memorial Coliseum.
⢠Could the James Beard Public Market Rise From the Corpse of Corporate Failure?
Long envisioned as Portland's version of Seattle's Pike Place, the James Bear Public Market would also provide an answer to downtownâs dearth of fresh produce.
⢠What to Expect From Portlandâs New Government
Good news: Portland is getting a (much needed) new form of city government in January. But what exactly is changing for our elected officials? And, perhaps more importantly, how will all of this impact you?
⢠THE TRASH REPORT
If you're looking for the trashiest gossip from this election season, then you've found the right garbage can. đŚ đ
⢠TICKET ALERT
Get those tickets now for the shows you don't want to miss, including Tyler, The Creator, country pop princess Kelsea Ballerini, and Berlin-based pianist, composer, and producer Nils Frahm!
⢠Infinite Life: A Play About Pain That Hurts So Good
Third Rail Repertory kicks off its 2024-25 season with a work by contemporary theater star Annie Baker. Never before have six actors worked their respective chaise lounges with such verve.
⢠Don't Miss the Mercury's ELECTION NIGHT WATCH PARTY!
Looking for fun on election night? Join your friends at Mississippi Studios for the Mercury's official election night watch partyâhosted by the hilarious Alex Falcone and Shain Brenden! (And what? IT'S FREE!)
WOW, THAT IS A LOT OF GOOD READIN'. I hope you didn't have any other plans this weekend! Dig in, and remember: Producing all this hard work costs moolahâso please consider contributing to the Mercury to keep it all coming! Thanks!
