AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 minutes agoPortland Arena Drama: The Trail Blazers’ long-running fight over funding upgrades to the 30-year-old Moda Center is still stuck in political limbo, with officials wanting “strings” like a longer lease while the team’s current deal runs only through 2030. Courtroom Showdown (Media): A federal judge has paused Paramount’s Warner Bros. Discovery merger for 14 days, with Oregon among the states challenging the deal as anti-competitive. Energy & Climate Policy: Oregon AG Nick Brown co-leads a lawsuit challenging an EPA rule that weakens limits on highly potent greenhouse gases. Local Arts & Community: Bend’s Central Library is set for a grand opening Aug. 15–16, and Scappoose is hosting a free “Back to Our Roots” day with music, vendors, and a car show. Music Picks (Central Oregon): Country and bluegrass shows are stacked this week, including Bryan Martin in Redmond and Hannah Juanita in Bend. Wildfire Smoke Watch: Haze and poor air quality are affecting parts of the Pacific Northwest, with guidance to limit outdoor strain.
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