Some Portland / Oregon factoids

Do people in Portland read more than people in other cities?
Most likely, yes. For the 4th consecurive year, Multnomah County Library had the highest circulation of all libraries in the United States. (an average of 28 books checked out by every man, woman, and child in the county).

Why do the winter days seem shorter than in North Carolina?
Because they are. :( Today Porltand's day has 59 min less daylight than Chapel Hill, NC.

What is Oregon's minimum wage?
Although, by our account, still embarrassingly low, Oregon’s minimum wage is the 2nd highest in the country. On Jan. 1st it will rise 30 cents to $7.80 per hour. (Washington’s is highest, with their wage increasing to $7.93.)