Southeast Shooting + Roses Get Judged + Nordstrom Rampage

Hey, hey, my cool beings, how’s your day? I’m back to fill your heads with all the info you’ll need to get you through your Tuesday.

Weather

Today will be an equal mix of clouds and sun with a high of 66. Sounds like perfect weather to me!

Today’s top news stories for Portland’s

1. Four people were killed in a shooting in Southeast Portland over the weekend. Police were called to a house in the 4000 block of SE Boise St. to find the four victims dead of gunshot wounds. The investigation is underway, but no suspects have been named.(KATU)
2. Portland is the City of Roses and this weekend marked the 83rd Annual Royal Rosarian Rose Garden contest. Judging took place on Sunday and Monday, with the awards ceremony scheduled for June 21st at the International Rose Test Garden. (KOIN)
3. A 36-year-old man went on a rampage through the downtown location of Nordstrom over the weekend. He faces several charges, including assaulting a security officer, fleeing from police and then assaulting a police officer. (KGW)
4. Damian Lillard, the symbol of all things good in Portland, has shocked and dismayed fans by announcing his preferences for The Portland Trail Blazers next head coach. He said his top choice would be Jason Kidd, who accepted a plea deal in a domestic abuse case. His second choice was Chauncey Billups, who was accused of rape in 1997. Why, Damian, why? (Willamette Week)
5. A video has surfaced that appears to show Polk County Representative Mike Nearman coaching citizens on how he would let protesters into the locked state Capitol building. In a rambling talk filled with innuendo, he describes his actions during the Dec. 21st demonstration, when he exited the Capitol building allowing right-wing protesters to enter. (OPB)

Today’s events in Portland

1. It’s Taco Tuesday and Tex-Mex restaurant, La Taq, is taking over Podnah’s Pit Barbecue. In addition to a dazzling array of tacos, they’re also slinging frozen margaritas. 4:00 – 9:00 PM
2. Interested in international politics? Curious as to how the U.S. will handle a superpower like China? Then sign up for an online discussion with Sam Kaplan, president of the Trade Development Alliance of Greater Seattle and author of the new book, Challenging China, Smart
   Strategies for Dealing with China in the Xi Jinping Era Strategies for Dealing with China in the Xi Jinping Era. It will stream via ZOOM. Noon – 1:00 PM.
3. It’s not just Taco Tuesday, but also Tot Tuesday. Well, at Hopworks Urban Brewery is it. A lunch time, kid-friendly event, it features a story time, a craft and several kid-play areas around the restaurant. Oh, and I hear there’s beer! 11:30 AM to 1:00 PM.
4. What could be cooler than dragonflies? If you feel the same way, register for the Portland Audubon virtual seminar on dragonfly basics. Stefan Schlick will discuss the anatomy, life cycle and terminology in a talk sure to interest hobby naturalists. 6:00 – 7:00 PM.
5. The Firkin Tavern brings back live comedy with a comedy open mike night. Hosted by Kellie Irwin and Caroline Smith. 8:00 PM.

Portland Patch Notebook

1. If you’re looking for a little inner peace, join Gary Wass for morning tai chi sessions in Gabriel Park in Southwest Portland. Registration is required. Tuesdays and Thursdays at 7:30 AM.
2. Need a little weirdness in your life? Then book an appointment to check out the Zymoglyphic
   Museum. Founded in 2016, the museum’s primary mission is the preservation of the unique natural and cultural heritage of the Zymoglyphic region. COVID precautions are enforced and photos are encouraged. (Zymoglyphic Museum)

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I’m exhausted just writing all that. So much to do and so little time, so I’m going to get moving, but I’ll be back tomorrow will even more news and events. Tootles!