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05-12-2025 Vol 1958

Category: Portland

Portland Schools Face Budget Cuts Amid Declining Enrollment

Portland Schools Face Budget Cuts Amid Declining Enrollment

Portland, Oregon’s largest school district, is preparing to navigate a challenging budget for the upcoming school year, as announced by…
Bar Loon Transforms Portland’s Cocktail Scene with Creative Mixology and Inspired Cuisine

Bar Loon Transforms Portland’s Cocktail Scene with Creative Mixology and Inspired Cuisine

The recent launch of Bar Loon in the heart of Portland’s Southeast Belmont Street marks an exciting development in the…
Portland Public Schools and Community Developments Focus on Cost-cutting and Safety Legislation

Portland Public Schools and Community Developments Focus on Cost-cutting and Safety Legislation

Portland Public Schools (PPS) officials continue to grapple with the challenge of maintaining financial efficiency amid escalating costs related to…
Portland Man Accused of Reckless Driving Claims Harmlessness in Court

Portland Man Accused of Reckless Driving Claims Harmlessness in Court

Oscar Burell Jr., a 33-year-old man accused of reckless driving while filming himself for Instagram posts, appeared in a Multnomah…
Discrimination Lawsuits Unveil Controversial Group Text Among Public Defenders

Discrimination Lawsuits Unveil Controversial Group Text Among Public Defenders

A recent revelation involving employees of one of Oregon’s largest public defense law firms has sparked controversy and further highlights…
Portland City Council Debate on I-5 Rose Quarter Project Reveals Deep Divides

Portland City Council Debate on I-5 Rose Quarter Project Reveals Deep Divides

Advocates for and against the I-5 Rose Quarter project faced a unique opportunity to express their viewpoints at a recent…
Literary Events and Opportunities Roundup for Portland and Beyond

Literary Events and Opportunities Roundup for Portland and Beyond

Literary Arts staff is excited to share an array of news, events, and creative opportunities coming up in Portland and…
Remembering David Eckard: An Artist’s Legacy of Love and Innovation

Remembering David Eckard: An Artist’s Legacy of Love and Innovation

David Eckard, a renowned artist and beloved educator, passed away on April 16, 2025, at the age of 60 due…
Portland Public Schools’ Right to Return Program Struggles to Gain Traction

Portland Public Schools’ Right to Return Program Struggles to Gain Traction

An initiative by Portland Public Schools (PPS) aimed at bringing students from outer East Portland back to schools in North…
Exploring Innovative Storytelling in Portland’s Upcoming Theater Productions

Exploring Innovative Storytelling in Portland’s Upcoming Theater Productions

Theater enthusiasts in Portland are in for a treat this April as several innovative productions are set to explore unique…
Addressing the Epidemic of Loneliness Through Community Involvement

Addressing the Epidemic of Loneliness Through Community Involvement

The COVID-19 pandemic led to a period of isolation for many Americans, which has evolved into a growing epidemic of…
Portland Prepares to Crown a New Rose Festival Queen

Portland Prepares to Crown a New Rose Festival Queen

Each spring, the vibrant city of Portland dedicates itself to the celebration of its beloved Rose Festival, culminating in the…