I'm glad Tom Shatel is pissed off. He's the senior writer on the Huskers' beat and if he's not spitting venom after yesterday's debacle in Lincoln, then Husker Nation would truly be at a loss. Let's observe some of Shatel's keen observations: Let's not waste our time...
Flipping Ageism and Ad Agency B.S. The Bird
In the advertising agency business, it's best to get out before you get old. Or so goes the common wisdom. Naturally, there are many notable exceptions. David Ogilvy was 39 when he wrote his first ad, and he spent the next 25 years of his life actively involved in the...
Phish Makes First Trip To Bend, Oregon
"Control for smilers can't be bought The solar garlic starts to rot Was it for this my life I sought? Maybe so and maybe not." -Anastasio/Marshall Trey Anastasio impressed a lot of Jerry Garcia fans this summer with his well conceived and expertly delivered work as...
Beyond The Swoosh: How Oregon Can Be More Like Nike
Earlier this month Nike announced the start of a succession planning process that will conclude in the appointment of the company's next Chairman. Enigmatic Phil Knight, Oregon's only billionaire, will relinquish his powerful Chairman role. At the same time, his son...
Inside Van Evera Bailey’s Mid-Century Hilltop Masterpieces
Last Saturday, Restore Oregon hosted a tour of six homes in Lake Oswego and SW Portland, all designed by noted Portland architect Van Evera Bailey (1903-1980). Brian Libby of Portland Architecture argues, "if Northwest midcentury-modern houses are arguably the most...