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72 DEGREES HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING
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’m sure many of us have had our fair share of problems with contractors and service technicians; inconsistent reliability, questionable advice, inf lated diagnostics - the list goes on and on. The problem is that when it comes to specialized repairs for our homes, we’re generally at their mercy. They’re the “experts” and we have no point of reference to question their integrity or hold them accountable for subpar service. That’s why it’s so important to find the ones who are honest, and who can be trusted to do the job right every time. When it comes to trustworthy service for your HVAC system, the only name you need to be familiar with in the Portland Metro area is 72 Degrees. Steve Green is the owner, and he takes an incredible amount of pride in making sure his company operates the right way. Steve is not only well-versed and educated in all aspects of the industry, but he also runs an extremely tight ship, holding himself and each of his employees to impeccably high standards.
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Employees receive weekly training to keep abreast of the latest products and technologies, in addition to understanding methods of handling various customer service scenarios. In addition to the rigorous testing and continuous education received in-house, all of the 72 Degrees technicians are NATE certified, which is the gold standard in this industry. It means that if you hire 72 Degrees to do a job for you, whoever they send is going to be highly trained and capable of handling any situation. They also adhere to the Technician Seal of Safety, which is also the highest of industry standards. Every employee goes through rigorous background checks, drug testing, and professional training, so you can feel at ease welcoming them into your home. That level of comfort extends to the job itself as well. Steve is adamant in making sure that his technicians educate their customers, rather than trying to sell them. He wants you to have complete peace of mind knowing the service you receive is exactly what is needed, and that the cost is competitive and fair. Additionally, 72 Degrees uses a very unique and very cool hi-tech gadget called “The Inspector,” which is rarely used by other HVAC companies. This nifty device catches about 80% of your heat exchanger leaks, as opposed to other methods which only catch about 10%, meaning that their technicians are able to give you the most comprehensive diagnosis available. This is also a perfect time to ask them about the multitude of products they carry which can kill up to 99% of the mold spores, allergens, viruses and bacteria that cycle through your air system. This is truly a first-class operation. 72 Degrees has the most highly-qualified, highly-trained technicians and the most cutting edge tools to provide you with the best service possible. In fact, Steve is so confident in the competence and professionalism of his team that he has a “fix it right or it’s free” guarantee - and that’s a sincere promise! All of this, and they are a locally owned and operated family business. Give them a call today, and make sure your HVAC system is ready for winter! For more information or to schedule your service, call 503-655-0556 or visit www.72degreesoregon.com
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a bit upstream of yourself, and do ultra-slow reeling with some ever-so-slight twitches of the rod tip, until you start getting downstream of yourself. At that point, go for the swing — but the money is in the tumbling drift you get when the lure is just in front of you. Your line will draw out in front of the lure, causing it to wobble with an enticing flash, not quite hitting the bottom, but getting into the strike zone.
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By Lucas Holmgren, Contributing Writer
rout are a year-round species in Oregon. Whether you fish creeks, rivers or lakes, there is always a place to fish for rainbow, cutthroat and brown trout. Spoons are essentially a metal lure that is bent in a way that causes the lure to wobble or flutter without fully turning over. It is not the same as a spinner, which has a rotating blade. I have used spoons like Kastmasters, Little Cleo’s and my personal favorite, the Al’s Goldfish Neon Blue. Areas where I use spoons are in tidewater, small field creeks, large dam-controlled rivers, small natural rivers and standard “stocker” lakes. There are certain rivers where a spoon doesn’t always get it done, but in my semi-coastal region of Oregon and Washington, I have found consummate success with fishing spoons.
The Technique “The swing” is a proven method for spoon fishing. Cast across the river from yourself, draw the line tight and point your rod tip where your line is heading, and as it gets farther downstream, let it “swing” through the target water. Once it’s below you, reel up. I also “drift” spoons. Essentially, be aware of the flow and depth of the run; then cast TO ADVERTISE WITH US, CALL 503.825.2111
The Gear A small spoon produces the best action when fished with a light leader. The small diameter of 6lb test is my chosen favorite. When it comes to the mainline, I prefer to fish with nothing but 6lb, so I don’t need a uni-knot or a swivel to connect a leader. An ultra-light rod with 6lb test tied directly to the spoon with a Palomar knot is so organic.
Keep in Mind When you are tying a light line to a lure, pull with one hand as far away from the knot as possible, while guiding the knot with your other. This ensures that no harmful stretch is imparted to the line near the knot.
Key Tactics A spoon is a “cover water” lure. Don’t spend all day making the same cast over and over. Move from hole to hole. In lakes, I will cast out as far as I can and vary speed and location. Every day is different. Sometimes it’s a slow retrieve close to the bottom, other days I’m cranking it in fast to where it’s inches below the surface. You simply need to vary your retrieve until you figure out the day’s pattern. Many fish species love to bite spoons, and trout are no exception. Give it a shot!
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while providing a wonderful opportunity for men and women to receive vocational training while in our New Life Program. Then, when the vehicle is sold, 100% of the proceeds go back to providing shelter, meals, and life-restoring programs available free of charge to those in need. Last year Portland Rescue Mission provided 261,358 nutritious meals and 47,045 nights of safe shelter, as well as serving 295 men, women, and children in short and long-term programs. Our Drive Away Hunger program was a major contributor to this effort. The best way to raise awareness about Portland Rescue Mission’s Drive Away Hunger program is to highlight the fact that donating is quick, easy, and towing is available. We offer the maximum tax-deduction possible, and the vehicle will
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provide life-restoring care and vocational training to people who are working hard to transition out of homelessness and into self-sufficiency. For nearly 75 years Portland Rescue Mission has been able to offer a wide range of highly relational, integrated services that transform the lives of people in need. While we receive no government funding at all, our services remain free of charge due to the support of the community. Readers can learn more or donate a vehicle today online at www.DriveAwayHunger.org or call 503-906-7673.
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to the island of Martinique, despite attempts by a saboteur to kill the plant, an attack by pirates, and severe storms at sea. This hardy seedling went on to parent all the coffee trees cultivated throughout this part of the world — a region that has become one of the premier coffee production areas on the planet. Brazil’s famous coffee owes its start to Francisco de Melo Palheta, who was dispatched by the governor of Brazil to help mediate a conflict between neighboring French and Dutch Guiana. Arriving in Cayenne, the capital city of French Guiana, part of Palheta’s mission was to smuggle some coffee plants which were closely guarded by the French. As the story goes, a romantic dalliance between Palheta and the wife of the Governor of Cayenne led to her passing a bouquet to a Brazilian officer containing a coffee seedling concealed among the flowers. This seedling was supposedly the progenitor of Brazil’s coffee industry. Whether the romantic part of the story is true or not, it is documented that Palheta was successful in bringing thousands of coffee seeds and several plants back to Brazil. Gabriel de Clieu By the 18th century, coffee had grown to be one of the world’s most profitable commodities. Consumption and popularity in the U.S. grew, particularly during the Civil War, and enterprising businessmen such as brothers John and Charles Arbuckle grew wealthy selling pre-roasted coffee by the pound to cowboys in the West. James Folger, who peddled coffee to gold miners in California, also profited greatly. Big name coffee brands including Maxwell House and Hills Brothers quickly followed suit. Following World War II, instant coffee was developed, simplifying the coffee-making process, though not necessarily improving the flavor. With the emergence of Starbucks in Seattle in 1971, the quality of coffee available to the consumer improved through better sourcing and preparation techniques. Consistent, quality coffee became available to people across America, with beverages tailored specifically to the palate of each individual customer. Today, the coffee revolution has evolved. Small, independently owned coffee shops are taking it to
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“Home Alone” (1990) By far my favorite Christmas movie, Chris Columbus’ “Home Alone” is a hilarious and heartfelt movie about family and redemption. Kevin McCallister (Macaulay Culkin), troublemaker and the youngest child in a large family, always feels forgotten and resented, and that’s even more apparent when he’s left home alone while his whole family flies to Paris for Christmas. Instead of panicking, Kevin relishes his time alone and becomes more independent — watching inappropriate movies, eating junk food, shooting a BB gun inside, but also grocery shopping and doing laundry. Eventually he runs into local cat burglars Harry and Marv (Joe Pesci and Daniel Stern), who plan to rob his house. And that’s when the fun and chaos escalate into what I consider the greatest prank scenes ever filmed. Scored by John Williams and also starring Catherine O’Hara, John Heard, Kieran Caulkin, John Candy and more. Rated PG for violence and coarse language.
“The Grinch” (2018) Yet another Grinch movie begs the question — how many do we need? Apparently a few more, as this iteration inhabits its own little modern world and adds to the everexpanding Grinch mythology. Narrated by Pharell Williams and starring Benedict Cumberbatch as the Grinch, the story is simple — the Grinch hates Christmas and the Whos want to make it bigger and brighter than ever, much to his annoyance. A nod and protege to Ron Howard’s “A Grinch Stole Christmas” with a scene-stealing Jim Carrey, this movie is fast-paced, quick-witted and incredibly scored. The music, however, is a very modern take, done by Pharrell Williams and including a combo of classic Christmas, pop, hip hop and acapella. Because this is fully computeranimated, the movie has no limits and is a true visual spectacle. Also starring Cameron Seely, Rashida Jones, Kenan Thompson, Mindy Sterling, Angela Lansbury and more. Rated PG for brief rude humor.
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s the holiday season rolls around, Santa Claus assumes center stage. But where exactly did this rotund, jovial old man in a red suit originate, and how did he become the iconic symbol of Christmas that he is today? In truth, the history of Santa Claus is a fascinating tale that intertwines folklore, legends, and a sprinkle of entrepreneurial ingenuity. Santa Claus, as we know him today, traces his roots back to a number of historical figures, each contributing to the contemporary version we know and love. Perhaps the earliest inspiration for Santa Claus was Saint Nicholas, a Christian bishop of the 4th century, renowned for his acts of kindness and gift-giving. In time, Saint Nicholas became the patron saint of children, sailors, merchants, archers and brewers, among others. In the British Isles, a character known as Father Christmas emerged during the mid-17th century and was frequently depicted as a bearded man garbed in green, symbolizing the spirit of the season. By the 18th century, however, the concepts of Father Christmas and Saint Nicholas merged, resulting in a hybrid figure that blended elements from both traditions. The American version of Santa Claus began to take shape in the 18th century. Influenced by Dutch and German settlers, the name “Santa Claus” evolved from the Dutch term “Sinterklaas.” During this period, “A Visit from St. Nicholas” (commonly known as “The Night Before Christmas”), a poem published in 1823, played a pivotal role in shaping the modern image of Santa. This poem described Santa
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sabeau Waia’u Walker is all of those things and so much more, all wrapped up in one perfectly imperfect package. Born in California and raised in Hawaii as a Kanaka Maoli wahine (Native Hawaiian woman), where her family returned to shortly after she was born. She moved “temporarily” to Oregon to attend Warner Pacific University, but fell so deeply in love with the local community she never left. It’s a fortunate turn of events for us, because after a lifetime of considering her talents to be avocational, she recently retired from teaching to commit full-time to the pursuit of her passion: music. A ubiquitous presence in her life since childhood, music was, and is, simply an integral part of Isabeau’s Photo by Mary Putulin identity. It’s a key aspect of her culture. It’s in her blood. Her entire family sings and/or plays an instrument, and those songs that they “performed” during family gatherings not only planted the seeds of her inspiration, but also helped to inform and develop her unique sound. Make no mistake, Isabeau has “arrived.” One listen to her most recent output will quell any doubts about that. Much like the legendary “Road to Hana,” it has been a long and windy road. Tentative steps were initially taken in the early 2000s. Isabeau recorded an EP, but the songs were experimental, a little rough by her current standards, and she had yet to find her voice. A second EP followed a few years later. That one was better, but still more of a learning experience than an actual representation of who she is as an artist. It wasn’t until 2020, when she put out her 3rd EP and first official release, entitled “Better Metric,” that she discovered her sound. To announce her arrival in grand fashion, her track, “Woman” from that EP made OPB’s list of top songs in 2020. Of course, COVID hit at the same time and all of her plans to tour and promote the album were instantly scrapped. That could have derailed a lesser creative, but instead she utilized that time
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