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I'm from Tornado Alley (Kansas/Iowa) where doppler radar is common. There was talk a few years ago, probably an anniversary of the Columbus Day storm, of putting doppler radar on or just off the northwest coast to warn about future storms. What is the status of that?

Thanks,

John Gram

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I lived in CA in the 70's and enjoyed the Napa wine tasting in the early, inexpensive days. I've lived in Oregon since then, and enjoyed the early free and inexpensive days of tasting our wonderful wines here. In years past, we did our large volume buying the w/end after Thanksgiving, but no more. What has come over the vineyards? $15 tastings? I thought the reasonable fees were an effective marketing tool, especially for the new wineries. The overhead seemed relatively doable-no carpeting, no heating, a few crackers. A cool day and a perfect way to sip what there is to offer. I had hoped we would be somewhat more egalitarian than Napa, but I was wrong.

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