by Anonymous I just want to extend my deepest and most heartfelt thanks to the entire community around the Portland Mercury—staff, leadership, readers, and commenters all alike. The dedication, resilience, and tireless effort you’ve shown through so much stress and difficulty is nothing short of awe-inspiring. Your steadfast stewardship of this incredible publication is a gift to the community, and your commitment to truth, creativity, and quality journalism has made a profound difference. You have navigated these challenging times with grace, and for that, we are all incredibly grateful. Thank you for everything you do—you are truly appreciated beyond words! 🙏❤️