As global temperatures continue to rise, climate change is having a profound impact on the world’s ecosystems and economies. Its effects are already being felt in the form of more frequent and…
Author: Cara Mico, Assistant Editor
I'm a former biologist, current designer, author, and AI and technology enthusiast. Having worked for independent, small newspapers in Oregon since 2012 including the Portland Mercury, the Cannon Beach Gazette, the Seaside Signal, the Hip Fish, and more. I hold a BS degree in watershed restoration science and policy, and a MS in Administration and Management. Please email me with questions, I promise I don't bite!
The Fallout of Leaked Classified Documents: Understanding Russia’s Disinformation Campaign and Its Impact on National Security
The US government is grappling with the unauthorized disclosure of classified national defense information, allegedly by Jack Teixeira, an airman in the Massachusetts Air National Guard. The documents that were leaked appear…
Examining Gun Violence in America: Facts and Figures on a Persistent Problem
Gun violence has been a persistent issue in the United States for decades, with no clear solution in sight. While other countries have managed to reduce the number of gun-related deaths and…
The Curious Case of Twitter’s Merger with X Corp
In a recent court filing, Twitter revealed a major development: it no longer exists. The news of this merger came as a surprise to many, as Musk had not publicly announced it…
Boeing B-52 Stratofortress Cockpit on Display at Tillamook Air Museum
The B-52 Osiris, with its storied history, has found its final home at the Tillamook Air Museum, after an enjoyable rechristening by Miss Bangor Maine, the Maine Beauty Queen who christened the…
Tillamook Fourth Graders Celebrate Clean Water and the Outdoors at Tillamook Estuaries Partnership Event March 21st
The 22nd Children’s Clean Water Festival hosted by the Tillamook Estuaries Partnership at Twin Rocks Camp in Rockway Beach provided hands-on lessons to over 100 local Tillamook County 4th graders. The kids…
What’s Happening Around Here?!
Another week has passed already?! My goodness how time doth fly. And no, you’re not crazy, this roundup includes more than a fortnight’s worth of goodies since last we spoke. What’s been …
What is the Economy Doing?
Let’s start with Silicon Valley Bank Silicon Valley Bank depositors will have their deposits backed by the F.D.I.C (Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation), but not the shareholders (not sure how this is going…
Where Do We Go From Here?
There has been a lot of talk on the internet about free speech lately (I’m looking at you @Elon). The Twitter files have shined a light on what many people already suspected…
I spoke to a chatbot for 6 months straight. It didn’t go how I thought it would go.
I’ve been playing with chatbots for years, having tested many tools and toys, this latest generation of tools feels different. The thought of AI as an assistant, friend, tool, resource is enticing….