The couple in costumes said they wanted to bring joy to the protests and show that demonstrators are "fun loving people."

The Education Department laid off nearly everyone at the Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services.

From noon to 5 p.m. on October 12th, businesses on NE Glisan Street, from 70th to 74th Avenues, will host the inaugural "Gored Gourd Gala on Glisan," featuring food, music, and retail specials. Over 15 vendors and four bands will join the collection of events sponsored by the local businesses as they welcome the community for a family-friendly fall event. People will find vendors in pop-up tents on both sides of NE Glisan Street between NE 71st and 72nd avenues, along with other promotions by area shops.