Nike founder Phil Knight's generosity to his alma mater has been well documented. The sometimes Redmond-area resident has donated tens of millions of dollars to the University of Oregon in the form of new facilities for its athletic department, primarily its football and basketball teams. And his mark on the University is undeniable, just look at the way his company has turned the Duck's football uniforms into a testing ground for Nike's bizarre apparel experiments. But Knight's latest gift, the roughly $42-million John E. Jaqua Center, is perhaps his most lavish.
Uncle Phil's Playhouse
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Lunker Quest: Gorgeous waters yield few fish
In his self-published book The Meanderings of A Fisherman, the late financier Dean Witter mused how one very popular Oregon stream looked like a flyfisher’s paradise when, in fact, it was quite the opposite.
Now I know the “looks good but isn't” Witter spoke of, as this past Sunday's flyfishing expedition turned out to be one of beautiful but unproductive waters.
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Fall Music Preview: The Thermals, Atmosphere, Blind Pilot, Greg Brown
It happens almost every August, right around this time. I see a single “back to school” ad, then I see another one.
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Running for Governor the Hard Way
Whatever you might think of Richard Esterman’s politics, you have to admire his persistence.
Esterman, a Sisters resident and professional photographer, has been struggling to get on the ballot as a candidate for governor.
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McKenzie: A good ride spoiled?
Back when mountain bikes came without suspension, an annual fall group ride down the McKenzie River Trail was a big deal for the three dozen or so fat tire riders who lived in Central Oregon. The trail was one of the few long ones open to riding.
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Fears of Unleashing the Demon Rum
Two initiatives that would privatize liquor sales will be on the ballot in Washington state this November, and Gov. Chris Gregoire foresees horrible consequences if they pass.
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Tea Partier Warns Against Commie Bike Conspiracy
File this one under “How Wacky Can Those Tea Partiers Get?”: Dan Maes, the Tea Party candidate for governor of Colorado, says that a Denver program to encourage people to ride bikes is part of a United Nations / one-worlder / socialist / communist conspiracy.
It seems that back in 1992, Denver became part of the International Council for Local Environmental Initiatives, an organization that promotes sustainable development and transportation alternatives.
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Michael Franti Video From Last Night: Because you were probably there
Well, that was crazy.
Last night several thousand (maybe 5 or 6?) Bendites let loose, to put it conservatively, at the Michael Franti and Spearhead show at the Les Schwab Amphitheater.
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The Perils of “Uniqueness”
“Unique” is the most overworked word in the advertising copywriter’s lexicon. Aside from that, I guess there isn’t anything wrong with telling the world that your area is “unique” – unless you start believing it yourself.
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Pickathon Preview: Dr. Dog, Bonnie “Prince” Billy, Langhorne Slim and more
As I’ve been saying quite a bit lately, I really believe that Pickathon is Oregon’s premiere outdoor music festival. The wooded setting, the eclectic yet focused lineup, the schedule that has most acts playing multiple times, saving you the festival stress when two bands are playing at once — that makes for a great festival.