A Lake Oswego moviehouse's marquee comparing The Odyssey and Jewish history drew criticism and was taken down, reopening debate over edgy marketing and harm.

A joint dismissal filed Thursday ends a years‑long suit against former SWBTS president Paige Patterson; attorneys say the resolution was amicable and is under a confidentiality order.

Pierce County will hold its first Suicide Prevention Summit and Bridge to Hope 5K on Sept. 18, pairing professional workshops with a community 5K across the Narrows Bridge.