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Newspaper Page Text2A THE DAILY ASTORIAN • WEDNESDAY, JULY 5, 2017 Question: What does the Fourth of July mean to you? “I think it means freedom. And I can’t help thinking about what the genera- tions before us did to give us the freedom, like World War II.” “Freedom, liberty and to celebrate our soldiers who ﬁ ght for what America is all about.” Amy Gambino, Astoria THE DAILY ASTORIAN // QUESTION OF THE WEEK “To me it means a day of celebrating our nation’s birth and remember- ing all those who sacriﬁ ced to keep it a nation of freedom.” Nathan Amrine, Astoria Charles Santora, Bay Area, California Asians are Oregon’s fastest growing demographic in recent years, census ﬁ gures show. Growth for both groups fol- lows a long-standing trend: Oregon’s population is grow- ing quickly and diversifying even faster. The population has increased by about 255,000 res- idents since 2010. While whites make up approximately 88 per- cent of the state’s population, they only accounted for 67 per- cent of the population increase. Those who identiﬁ ed as Asian accounted for 19 per- cent of the state’s growth, while those who identiﬁ ed as Hispanic accounted for about 28 percent. “None of it surprises me,” said Charles Rynerson of Port- land State University’s Popu- lation Research Center. Six percent of state population By ANNIE MA The Oregonian PORTLAND — Oregon’s Asian population has sur- passed Hispanics as the state’s fastest growing demographic, new census ﬁ gures show. Since the 2010 Census, the Asian population increased 26 percent, according to 2016 population and housing esti- mates. Asians now make up 6 percent of the state’s pop- ulation, up from 5 percent in 2010. The Asian population nota- bly increased throughout the Willamette Valley, from Cor- vallis and Eugene to Yamhill and Marion counties as well as in the Portland metro area. Oregon’s Latino popula- tion also grew signiﬁ cantly since 2010, but at a slower pace than in the early 2000s and more slowly than Asians National trend Rynerson noted that Ore- gon’s growth rate was in line with national trends. In the past six years, the United States’ Asian population has grown 20 percent. He added that Oregon’s growth rate among Asians is slightly higher because the state’s overall popula- tion is increasing faster than other regions’. And as Ore- gon’s economy continues to grow, Asians, who on average are more well educated than other demographic groups, continue to help ﬁ ll those openings. “People are coming here for jobs, and we’re adding jobs that require a college education,” Rynerson said. Statewide, sectors like healthcare, engineering, sci- ence and ﬁ nance saw large increases in the number of Asian employees between 2010 and 2015, Census data from the American Commu- nity Survey shows. But service occupations like custodial and food service work had the second-larg- est increase in the number of Asian employees, just behind business and outpacing engi- neering and healthcare. FIVE-DAY FORECAST FOR ASTORIA TONIGHT THURSDAY FRIDAY 66 54 53 Partly cloudy Mostly sunny ALMANAC Low clouds followed by sunshine Sunny to partly cloudy 68 53 Times of clouds and sun Last New July 16 Salem 57/88 Newport 52/62 Coos Bay 53/65 First July 23 July 30 La Grande 60/97 Baker 51/95 Ontario 66/103 Bend 55/95 Burns 50/95 Klamath Falls 49/91 Lakeview 47/91 Ashland 60/96 TOMORROW'S TIDES Astoria / Port Docks Time 6:50 a.m. 6:28 p.m. Low -0.3 ft. 2.7 ft. REGIONAL CITIES City Baker City Bend Brookings Eugene Ilwaco Klamath Falls Medford Newberg Newport North Bend Hi 95 94 60 87 63 89 98 88 62 63 Today Lo 51 55 52 53 53 49 63 56 52 54 W s s pc s pc s s s s pc Hi 95 95 62 86 62 91 99 87 62 63 Thu. Lo 53 57 52 52 54 50 62 57 53 53 W pc s pc s pc s s s s pc City Olympia Pendleton Portland Roseburg Salem Seaside Spokane Springfi eld Vancouver Yakima Hi 87 98 90 88 90 65 95 88 88 100 Today Lo 51 63 60 58 57 53 66 54 58 62 W s s s s s pc s s s s Hi 85 100 89 87 88 64 99 87 87 102 Thu. Lo 51 67 60 56 56 53 68 53 57 66 W s pc s s s s s s s s TOMORROW'S NATIONAL WEATHER NATIONAL CITIES W pc s pc s pc pc pc c s pc pc pc s t sh t pc s pc pc r s pc s c Hi 91 79 91 97 95 88 100 82 86 81 90 111 88 86 91 84 89 76 92 78 89 102 69 84 84 Thu. Lo 73 64 70 61 69 69 74 60 74 67 70 89 68 73 80 71 76 68 68 69 75 74 54 57 74 The Portland metro area — consisting of Washing- ton, Multnomah and Clacka- mas counties — saw the big- gest increase, both in percent change and absolute increase in the number of Asian res- idents. Washington County saw its Asian population grow by 29 percent, or more than 16,000 residents, in the past six years. But the growth was not limited to Portland. Since 2010, Lane, Marion, Benton, Deschutes and Jackson coun- ties have seen their Asian pop- ulations increase by at least 1,000, with growth rates in the mid-20 percent range. Jackson County borders California, which Ryner- son said is one of the largest sources of domestic migration to Oregon. About 17 percent of California’s population identi- ﬁ es as Asian. Lane, Marion, Benton and Deschutes counties are home to universities, which Ryner- son described as likely and siz- able employers of those with college degrees. Those who move for jobs typically bring their families, further driving population growth. Family reuniﬁ cation is another driver of popula- tion growth, Santos-Lyons said. Family elders are likely to move from other states or abroad to join Asians already living in Oregon. “The consistent story we hear is that folks are coming here because they have a fam- ily member here,” Santos-Ly- ons said. “Oregon is seen as a great place to raise a family, and Asian families tend to live intergenerationally.” Between 2000 and 2010, Oregon’s Hispanic popula- tion was the fastest growing — 63.5 percent over 10 years, compared to 46 percent for the Asian demographic. San- tos-Lyons said the reversal might be surprising to some. “One reason Asians have been overlooked are the myths and stereotypes,” he said. “We’re relatively invisible to the public, in elected and civic life and the model minority myth creates a sort of minimiz- ing effect on our public voice.” Amtrak train derailed on special section of track near Tacoma Associated Press Sunday’s train was head- ing north from Oregon when it derailed 50 to 100 yards before the Chambers Bay drawbridge south of Tacoma, Washington. That span crosses Cham- bers Creek. On either side are switch- like devices known as “derails” between the twin rails. They’re used nation- wide. They could prevent a catastrophe if a train were hur- tling toward a partly or fully opened draw-span. Amtrak has declined to comment on possible causes. Peter Haley/The News Tribune Crews put a derailed Am- trak locomotive back on the tracks Monday in Steila- coom next to the bridge over Chambers Creek, Wash. ON THE RECORD Forecasts and graphics provided by AccuWeather, Inc. ©2017 Source: Jim Todd, OMSI Today Lo 74 63 66 63 69 62 75 57 75 68 64 87 65 73 81 72 77 66 67 68 71 75 54 58 73 John Day 61/99 Portland metro area SEATTLE — The Amtrak train that derailed Sunday was traveling through a section of track that contains a switch that will nudge a train off- course if the draw-span on the approaching bridge is open. The Seattle Times reported it’s not known if that switch caused the derailment. Ofﬁ cials continue to inves- tigate how the Amtrak Cas- cades 506 went off-track with 267 people aboard. Some suf- fered minor injuries. Roseburg 58/87 Brookings 52/62 Tonight's Sky: The Big Dipper will be in the north- west with the handle above the bowl. Hi 92 79 86 97 90 85 102 78 86 84 82 110 86 84 92 87 89 82 88 86 83 105 68 84 84 Prineville 54/98 Lebanon 55/88 Medford 63/99 UNDER THE SKY High 6.8 ft. Pendleton 63/100 The Dalles 66/99 Portland 60/89 Eugene 53/86 Sunset tonight ........................... 9:09 p.m. Sunrise Thursday ........................ 5:31 a.m. Moonrise today .......................... 6:10 p.m. Moonset today ............................ 3:19 a.m. City Atlanta Boston Chicago Denver Des Moines Detroit El Paso Fairbanks Honolulu Indianapolis Kansas City Las Vegas Los Angeles Memphis Miami Nashville New Orleans New York Oklahoma City Philadelphia St. Louis Salt Lake City San Francisco Seattle Washington, DC 69 53 Tillamook 52/68 SUN AND MOON Time 1:09 p.m. none 66 53 Shown is tomorrow's weather. Temperatures are tonight's lows and tomorrow's highs. ASTORIA 53/66 Precipitation Tuesday ............................................ 0.00" Month to date ................................... Trace Normal month to date ....................... 0.19" Year to date .................................... 49.57" Normal year to date ........................ 36.10" July 8 SUNDAY REGIONAL WEATHER Astoria through Tuesday. Temperatures High/low ....................................... 66°/47° Normal high/low ........................... 66°/52° Record high ............................ 84° in 1975 Record low ............................. 45° in 2012 Full SATURDAY “For every (Asian person) who comes here for a high- wage job, two are coming for a low-wage one,” said Joseph Santos-Lyons, executive direc- tor of the Asian Paciﬁ c Ameri- can Network of Oregon. H1B visas are given to highly skilled immigrants whose employers show they must hire from abroad to ﬁ ll job requirements, and many are known to go to immigrants from China, India and other countries with highly educated residents. But Santos-Lyons said such immigrants are the exception, not the rule, among Asians relocating to Oregon. “Most are outside the H1B visas going to high-paying jobs, taking jobs in the ﬁ elds and service worker positions once they move here,” he said. Shown are noon positions of weather systems and precipitation. Temperature bands are highs for the day. W pc pc pc pc s pc pc pc pc pc s s s t sh t pc pc s t pc pc pc s t Roby’s can help. Lift chairs starting at $599. Side pocket to keep remote control handy at all times Battery support ensures lift mechanism works for one cycle without electricity. Available in a wide selection of fabrics and special-order fabrics ZERO GRAVITY device that supports legs, back, and neck Astoria - (503) 325-1535 1555 Commercial • www.robysfurniture.com Williams, 32, of Warrenton, was arrested by the Clatsop County Sheriff’s Ofﬁ ce on U.S. Highway 101 Business near Southeast 12th Place and charged with DUII. • At 1:46 a.m. today , James Arnold John- son, 73, of Seaside, was arrested by the Clat- sop County Sheriff’s Ofﬁ ce on U.S. Highway 101 in Seaside and charged with DUII. MEMORIALS Saturday, July 8 GILLUM, Paul Reid — Memorial at 11 a.m., Lewis and Clark Bible Church, 35082 Seppa Road, followed by a potluck lunch reception at the church and an opportunity for those who wish to share memories and stories. SWEENEY, Jacqueline Lavae’ — Service at 11 a.m., Our Saviour’s Lutheran Church, 320 First Ave., in Seaside, followed by a reception at the Seaside American Legion, 1315 Broadway in Seaside. KOCH, Eugene “Gene” C. Jr. — Memo- rial at 1 p.m., Seaside Elks Lodge, 324 Ave- nue A in Seaside; graveside service at 4 p.m. at Ocean View Cemetery in Warrenton. Sunday, July 9 NORDSTROM, Ronald Oscar — Fam- ily and friends are invited to a remembrance from noon to 3 p.m., Peninsula Senior Center, 21603 O Lane in Ocean Park, Washington. WEBER, Kayla Lynn — Celebration of life from 3 to 6 p.m., Bob Chisholm Commu- nity Center, 1225 Avenue A in Seaside. DEATHS LOTTERIES Tuesday, July 4, 2017 SOUKKALA, Rilla Colean, 78, of Warrenton, died in Portland. Caldwell’s Luce-Layton Mortuary of Astoria is in charge of the arrangements. Weather (W): s-sunny, pc-partly cloudy, c-cloudy, sh-showers, t-thunderstorms, r-rain, sf-snow fl urries, sn-snow, i-ice. Need a Lift? DUII • At 7:32 p.m. Tuesday, Chelsey Marie Dodson, 24, of Hammond, was arrested by the Clatsop County Sheriff’s Ofﬁ ce on U.S. Highway 101 Business near Clover Road and charged with driving under the inﬂ uence of intoxicants. • At 12:26 a.m. today , Joseph Spencer OBITUARY POLICY The Daily Astorian pub- lishes paid obituaries. The obit- uary can include a small photo and, for veterans, a flag sym- bol at no charge. The deadline for all obituaries is 10 a.m. the business day prior. Obituaries may be edited for spelling, proper punctua- tion and style. Death notices and upcoming services will be published at no charge. Notices must be submitted by 9 a.m. the day of publication. Obituaries and notices may be submitted online at www.dailyastorian.com/forms/ obits, by email at ewilson@ dailyastorian.com, placed via the funeral home or in person at The Daily Astorian office, 949 Exchange St. in Astoria. For more information, call 503- 325-3211, ext. 257. Monday, July 3, 2017 ABBOTT, Joyce G., 72, of Clatskanie, died in Longview, Washington. Caldwell’s Luce-Layton Mortuary of Astoria is in charge of arrangements. PUBLIC MEETINGS WEDNESDAY Gearhart City Council, 7 p.m., City Hall, 698 Paciﬁ c Way. THURSDAY Northwest Oregon Housing Authority Board, 10 a.m., Gable Park Apartments, 2544 Gable Road, St. Helens. Seaside Parks Advisory Committee, 7 p.m., City Hall, City Hall, 989 Broadway. The Daily Astorian Established July 1, 1873 (USPS 035-000) Published daily, except Saturday and Sunday, by EO Media Group, 949 Exchange St., PO Box 210, Astoria, OR 97103 Telephone 503- 325-3211, 800-781-3211 or Fax 503-325-6573. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to The Daily Astorian, PO Box 210, Astoria, OR 97103-0210 www.dailyastorian.com MEMBER OF THE ASSOCIATED PRESS The Associated Press is entitled exclusively to the use for republication of all the local news printed in this newspaper. 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OREGON Tuesday’s Pick 4: 1 p.m.: 0-6-6-1 4 p.m.: 3-4-9-7 7 p.m.: 9-3-9-3 10 p.m.: 1-4-8-7 Mega Millions: 16-39-47-53- 71, Mega Ball: 15, Megaplier: 4 Estimated jackpot: $172 million WASHINGTON Tuesday’s Daily Game: 7-7-4 Tuesday’s Keno: 02-03-07-13- 15-17-18-19-21-22-33-34-41- 43-45-51-59-60-61-72 Tuesday’s Match 4: 02-03-07- 12 SUBSCRIPTION RATES Effective July 1, 2015 HOME DELIVERY MAIL EZpay (per month) ................$11.25 EZpay (per month) ............... $16.60 13 weeks in advance ........... $36.79 13 weeks in advance ........... $51.98 26 weeks in advance ........... $70.82 26 weeks in advance ......... $102.63 52 weeks in advance ......... $135.05 52 weeks in advance ......... $199.90 Circulation phone number: 503-325-3211 Periodicals postage paid at Astoria, OR ADVERTISING OWNERSHIP All advertising copy and illustrations prepared by The Daily Astorian become the property of The Daily Astorian and may not be reproduced for any use without explicit prior approval. 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