Oregon

Byron David Edmonds is no stranger to playing on the wrong side of the fence.  In 2004, his auto dealership, Auto Link was fined for not paying customers in a timely manner.  Both his Auto Body Shop on 818 East Powell Blvd, Gresham, OR, 97080, and his former auto dealership on 22221 SE Stark St, Gresham, OR 97030 have unsatisfactory ratings from the Better Business Bureau, which can be viewed at on the web.

Auto Link was a consignment dealership, meaning that they charged customers to put their vehicles on Mr. Edmonds’ lot for sale.  After the vehicle is purchased, the dealership was then to pay the previous owner of the vehicle within a contracted amount of time.  With the failing economy, it became more and more clear that customers were not getting paid for cars that were being driven by new owners, and they started coming forward.

Edmonds, claiming that he is not responsible and blaming new ownership shrugs it off, saying, “Blame the economy, blame Wall Street.” Now, it would seem that he’s sold his business to an unsuspecting 85-year-old woman, the mother of his former office manager who has no idea that she now owns Edmonds’ dealership that is in so much hot water.If you drive by the dealership today, it appears that Mr. Edmonds is trying to erase its existence, yet the locked car lot is still full of customer’s cars.  If you look closer, the building is empty.  Does Mr. Byron David Edmonds think that he can just disappear into thin air?

Want to learn more?   Find the story at KATU.com.

Everyone is worried about the economy.  That is a fair statement.  Ashley Sandell, owner of Caffeinated Culture Coffee Co. wants to make sure that we don’t forget about the animals at Multnomah County Animal Shelter as they also suffer through these tough times.

The shelter is in dire need of donations in the form of dry dog food, dry kitten food, and dry puppy food, as well as wet dog and cat food, collars, and of course, money.

Ashley has teamed up with Kathy from Exclusive Pet Food of Fairview, who sells high quality all-natural and holistic pet food, to see that our furry friends don’t go without during these tough times.  Every $1 donated will buy about a pound of the highest quality pet food for the animals at the shelter.

Ashley also wants you to remember that Multnomah County Animal Shelter is always in need of volunteers and foster parents for pets.  If you have been contemplating a four-legged companion, please think of them first.  The animals from their shelter have their shots, have been spayed/neutered, micro chipped, and have an ID tag registered with the county.  Ashley adds, “I personally have adopted two dogs from shelters and it always seems that rescue dogs are always so thankful that they were saved and given a forever home!”

Please make sure that your pet food donations are good quality, contain no red dye, and little or no corn as the shelter will not be able to use it, and will have to give it away.  There is a high risk that foods containing these products will sicken the animals.

Drop off your donations of pet food, supplies, or dollars any time during the month of November, 2008 at Caffeinated Culture Coffee Co.  They are located at 64 NE Burnside Road, Gresham, Oregon, 97030.

Ashley also adds that with every donation and drink purchase, your name will go into a drawing of fabulous prizes, so KEEP BRINGING THOSE DONATIONS!!

All women are invited to the 16^th Annual Northwest Women’s Show October 24^th-26^th at the Oregon Convention Center in Portland for food, fun, and special events.  This show has everything a woman could want, whether she’s a mom, a grandma, or a minglin’ single.

Meet authors, listen to guest speakers, watch chef demos, kids fashion shows, meet Scooby Doo, Lounge at the Metro Parent Mother’s Lounge, win prizes, and don’t miss the Annual Firemen Fashion Show on Saturday, October 25^th as the men of the Portland Fire Bureau model apparel from Columbia Sportswear, Quicksilver, and Eddie Bauer.

Tickets are $9 for adult, $7 for Seniors 65+, and kids under 12 are free.  Don’t want to miss a thing?  Weekend passes are $12, but no discounts apply.  Visit Thriftway stores in October and pick up a pass for $2 regular admission.  Doors open Friday and Saturday at 10 a.m. until 6 p.m., and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Tickets are available online.

Get your printable coupon at http://www.thriftwaystores.com/

Find directions on the web at directions online.

Group discounts for 10 or more available at http://www.portlandwomenshow.com/contact_us.php

For more information, go to http://www.portlandwomenshow.com/index.php

Fright Town stakes its claim to being the “Scariest haunted house in Oregon bar none” again this year as it brings back one of the scariest haunts ever, The Asylum.  Located under the Portland Memorial Coliseum, you won’t want to miss this spooktacular event.  The entire city block of screams includes:

• Elshoff Manor-The Asylum-Elshoff Asylum, specializing in patients suffering from demonic possession also suffered from the hand of Cameron Stone.  After releasing demons to reside within the hospital staff, horrors unheard of began within the walls of the institution.  Before the patients were all taken over by the evil unleashed by Stone, they revolted.  Rumor has it that Stone and his demons still walk the halls, and he is building his demonic army once again.  But then, it’s just a rumor.
• Baron Von Goolo’s Museum of Horrors-Baron Von Goolo has traveled the globe to bring you all the horrors of the world.
• The Chop Shop-This year, the chop shop is looking for fresh meat.  Can you escape with your life and all of your limbs?
  

Fright Town will be delivering screams in 2008 from October 4^th-5^th, 10^th-12^th, 16^th-19^th, and 24^th-Halloween with a Day of the Dead showing on November 1^st.  The box office is open Sunday-Thursday from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m., and on Friday and Saturday from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m.

Tickets are $20 for all ages, but a downloadable $5 off coupon is available at http://www.frighttown.com/coupon.html .  Discount coupons are also available at many local retailers such as Sprit Halloween Stores and Video-Rama, or if you attend an event at the Rose Quarter between October 15^th and Halloween, so keep your eyes peeled.  Group rates for parties of 20 or more are available for advance purchase before October 23^rd.  Email info@frighttown.com to learn more, or find them on the web at www.frighttown.com .

Milwaukie’s own backyard haunt, The Davis Graveyard is a must-see this Halloween season.  For ten years, this cemetery display has grown from idea to reality.  Every year, the families add a little something new, and every year more and more people flock to see the display.

The cemetery is open from sunrise to 10 p.m. every day (11 p.m. on Friday and Saturday), but if you want the lights, come at dusk.  The full effect runs from dusk to 11 p.m. on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday until ten.  What does that mean?   It means fog, sound effects, animation, and a splendidly spooky time.

The Davis Graveyard is located at 8703 se 43^rd Avenue, Milwaukie, OR, 97222(at the corner of Johnson Creek and 43^rd Avenue).  Find them on the web at www.DavisGraveYard.com.

The folks at the Davis Graveyard ask that you consider neighbors, trick-or-treaters, and Johnson Creek Blvd. traffic when you come to visit the display.

The Davis Graveyard gets a high five for Halloween spirit!

Scream at the Beach, Jantzen Beach’s premier Halloween attraction is attracting national attention.  Being chosen as one of the “Top 13 Haunts” in the entire nation by AOL, you can be sure to Scream at the Beach in one of the five haunted attractions.

• The Awakening-Enter a haunted old manor where evil has awakened, and screams await.
• Zombie Apocalypse-Mindless eating machines?  See for yourself in this “end of the world” freak fest.
• The Mine-Enter the old abandoned gold mine filled with horrors beyond your wildest dreams.
• Dark Carnival-Afraid of clowns?  You haven’t seen anything yet.
• Lost Temple-Travel to the lost ancient temple, but try not to get lost…or killed.
• Enjoy CarnEvil Thrill Rides, a concert stage, Mini Glow Golf, Tarot Card Readings, and Photo Opportunities with monsters and ghouls.

Scream at the beach is located at 1405 Jantzen Beach Center, Portland, Oregon, 97217-7847.  The screaming begins on October 3rd and runs through the 5th-5, 9-12, 16-31, and Nov 1, 2008.  Hours Sunday through Thursday are from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m., and Friday and Saturday from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m.

Tickets are available online .

• Screamer Special-$20 get all five haunted attractions and a ride on the Haunted Carousel

• Single Haunted Attraction-I’ll go to them all, but NOT THE CLOWNS!! For six dollars, enjoy the attractions a la cart.
• CarnEvil Wrist Bands-$13 Enjoy unlimited thrill rides.
• RIP Passes-$30 gets you front line access into all attractions

Grab your friends and prepare for a scare, and don’t wet your pants.

Rumor has it that the 13^th door has been opened, and the dead have come to life and are feeding on human flesh, and giant spiders have been sighted at Hillsboro’s Washington County Fair Complex in Hillsboro, Oregon.  These undead are not mindless flesh eating zombies, they have organized, and are capturing and butchering any humans they find alive.

Weave your way through Oregon’s premier haunted venue, The 13^th Door, located at 873 NE 34^thth, 2008 and runs through November 1^st.  If you’re brave enough to show up, the hours of operation are 7-11 p.m. Friday and Saturday, and 7-10 p.m. Sunday through Thursday.  Admission is $15 for adults, $10 for youth.  Want to skip to the front of the line for all activities?  VIP tickets are available for $25.  Monster Parts, a Junkyard Madness Monster Truck Ride can be added to the ticket for an extra $7, or $4 for VIP’s. Ave, Hillsboro, Oregon.  This scare fest opens its doors on October 10

The haunted attractions are The Treatment Plant, a PG-13 scare, Caged Rage, also PG-13, and Little Screamers for 12 and under whose parents value their flesh and blood.  Other activities are available.  Try your luck putting the ball at Drop Dead Golf, the 13^th Door’s black-light Mini Golf, take a ride on the Black Hole Hay Slide, wander the Frite Lites Halloween themed light display, and munch on some Medieval Munchies.

Other events such as free birthday night and the Hearse Rally will be happening too.  For more information on The 13^th Door and its events, check them out on the web at www.13thdoor.com or www.shocktoberfestival.com or call (503)648-1416.