Dark Horse's 'Warning' For Oregonians + Omicron + Peacock Lane

Get on up, Lake Oswego! Here's everything you need to know to get this Thursday started off right.

First, today's weather:

Cloudy. High: 45 Low: 38.

Here are the top stories in Lake Oswego today:

1. Oregon's omicron case count is small but officials see a surge coming (Patch).
2. One man is responsible for two incidents – including an attempted kidnapping, police say (Patch).
3. Oregon's own Dark Horse Comics has a message for kids and teens (Patch).
4. Peacock Lane is back! (Patch).
5. Lake Oswego participates in first middle housing community forum (Pamplin Media Group)

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Today in Lake Oswego:

• SSPAC Meeting - Lake Oswego SD 7J (6:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• Lake Oswego Rotary: "Congratulations to Susan Stohl for becoming a Paul Harris Fellow. Your contributions fund the Rotary’s Foundation charitable programs." (Instagram)
• Lake Oswego Public Library: "Please join us tonight at 7pm pst for a presentation on Portland’s architectural past from Val Ballestrem, based on his book “Lost in Portland.” Registration information at lopl.org #SeeYouSoon #VirtualProgramming #TheLearningGroup #Lake..." (Instagram)
• City of Lake Oswego, Local Government: "Vehicle break-ins and theft are on the rise nationwide - and Lake Oswego is no exception. The Lake Oswego Police Department does not want you to become a victim. Here are some tips to help secure your vehicle: 🚙 Always lock your vehicle..." (Facebook)
• Lake Oswego Rotary: "Lake Oswego Rotary Foundation Chair Mark Birge congratulations 6 Rotations for their donations to Rotary’s charitable foundation The Paul Harris Fellowship. #paulharrisfellow" (Instagram)
• Lake Oswego Public Library: "The Lake Oswego Library’s roof-level windows are being replaced with new clerestory windows on December 16 & 17. This project is an important step to eliminate water intrusion into the #LakeOswegoLibrary 🌧 🪟 📚 Visitors may expect some..." (Instagram)
• Lake Oswego Public Library: "Come by the Children's Library to grab a simple takeaway art kit for your child to complete at home. We'll have a different kit each week while supplies last. If your child chooses to return to the library with their completed project, w..." (Facebook)
• Lake Oswego Public Library: "Learning Group @ LOPL---Tonight!! Please join us tonight at 7 pm PST for a presentation on Portland’s architectural past from Val Ballestrem, based on his book “Lost Portland Oregon.” More info and to register: https://tinyurl.com/5x4btj49" (Facebook)
• City of Lake Oswego, Local Government: "2022 Dog Calendars are still available! In addition to featuring adorable dogs, this calendar gives you the opportunity to meet some of the staff who provide you stellar City service. Plus it includes loads of helpful information includi..." (Facebook)
• Lake Oswego Public Library: "The Lake Oswego Library’s roof-level windows are being replaced with new clerestory windows on December 16 & 17. This project is an important step to eliminate water intrusion into the Lake Oswego Library 🌧📚 Visitors may expect some di..." (Facebook)
• Lake Oswego Schools Foundation: "Thank you to all of our amazing supporters! Check out the full report here: https://losfoundation.org/wp-c... #schools #teachers #lakeoswego #lakeoswegooregon #co..." (Facebook)

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