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Lee Farm's Sunflower Festival blooms throughout August
The season’s sunflowers are unfurling their petals and stretching skyward just in time for Oregon’s largest yellow-flower festival. Returning on weekends from Friday, Aug. 2, to Sunday, Aug. 18, the Lee Farms Sunflower Festival invites visitors to cut their own blooms, enjoy a scenic hayride and wander through a towering sunflower maze. Since 2019, the seven-generation family farm in Tualatin has welcomed guests to bask in the beauty of its...
Clark County Fair returns for 2024 with "We've got it all" theme
The region’s biggest fair returns Friday, Aug. 2, through Sunday, Aug. 11, for families to enjoy agriculture, animals, entertainment, games, rides and food as the annual Clark County Fair opens
Beaverton man indicted for robbing car at swordpoint
A Beaverton man was recently indicted for multiple crimes after allegedly robbing a car and holding the owner at swordpoint. Shortly after 3 a.m. June 24, the Washington County Sheriff’s Office responded to a reported theft near 20925 S.W. Tualatin Valley Highway, where Plaid Pantry is located, according to a press release. A witness saw a man enter the witness' parked vehicle, and when confronted, the man drew a sword...
Zo-Ann Marie Newcomer 10/25/1958-7/12/2024
“If you were fortunate enough to know her, you knew her story.”. Zo-Ann began hairstyling as a teenager at Mr. James, her father’s salon in Cedar Mill. Robert “Mr. James” Newcomer opened the salon at the original Milltowner in 1965 when the center opened. His daughter Zo-Ann...
Washington County has a 'fair' day
On the final day of the 2024 Washington County Fair, fair-goers showed out in force to take advantage of their final chance to enjoy the festivities Sunday, July 28. Lines weaved around the fairgrounds as patient thrill-seekers waited to take a seat on the Zillerator, the Yo-Yo and a number of other gravity-defying rides. Meanwhile, families gathered at the mainstage to watch and dance as Edna Vasquez Mariachi performed. Clutching...
Local Residents Graduate from Pacific University
Local students graduated in Spring 2024 from the Pacific University in Oregon. DuPont’s Samantha Kelly, Master of Science, College of Health Professions. University Place’s Judy Hong, Doctor of Pharmacy, College of Health Professions. Celebrating 175 years of purpose, Pacific University is Washington County, Oregon’s only comprehensive university. With...
Hillsboro leader elected new chair of PCC board
New leadership is coming to the Portland Community College Board of Directors in the 2024-25 academic year. Kristi Wilson, of Hillsboro, was elected chair, while Mari Watanabe will serve as vice chair, as announced Monday, July 29. "I am excited about the journey ahead and the opportunity to serve the PCC community in a new capacity," Wilson said in a press release. "I look forward to continued work with our...
Our TV picks for Tuesday, July 30: Neighborhood Wars; Judge Steve Harvey; Welcome to Plathville
Neighborhood Wars A&E 9 p.m. Two new episodes air back-to-back, showcasing footage from cell phones, drones, home security cameras and more to share the kindness, drama and absolute hilarity that can take place between real-life neighbors living across the United States. Judge Steve Harvey ...
‘Bike canopy’ at new PPS building offers covered, solar-powered bike parking
A new Portland Public Schools building that is set to open this fall will have one of the coolest bike parking facilities in the city. While riding home from Bike Happy Hour last week I peered over the construction fence at the forthcoming Multiple Paths to Graduation building on Northeast 16th (near Benson High and Buckman Field). What I saw was a three-tiered roof covering over 50 bike parking spots in the main front courtyard of the building.
National Guard joins wildfire fighting battle
The Oregon Department of Forestry (ODF) has ordered four hand crews through the Oregon National Guard (ORNG). Through Governor Kotek’s State of Emergency Declaration, ODF is able to order firefighting resources as needed from the National Guard. Since the declaration, the department has already ordered two medevac helicopters and other air support from the National Guard in support of multijurisdictional fires. “The wildfire situation on the ground is dynamic and...
Budding firefighters learn skills of the trade in Lake Oswego
When kids climb the 100-foot aerial ladder the Lake Oswego Fire Department uses to put out blazes located in high-up buildings, they feel like they can conquer pretty much any task, according to firefighter Candace Grimes. For the first time, the fire department hosted a camp where 14-18-year-old boys and girls learned some of the skills it takes to be a firefighter Friday, July 26 to Sunday, July 28 at Westlake Park. ...
Portland Indigenous Marketplace comes to Oregon City
The Redland Grange hosted Oregon City’s first Indigenous Marketplace put on by the nonprofit group Portland Indigenous Marketplace July 27-28. Founded by Lluvia Merello in 2018, Portland Indigenous Marketplace offers a space where vendors from underserved communities can come together in a safe and supportive environment. From jewelry to art and food, the Indigenous Marketplace had a wide selection of handmade, original items for shoppers to enjoy. “I feel like...
Arizona native Kyah Zurek’s next step: University of Portland Soccer
Kyah Zurek, a dynamic winger, is taking her talents to the University of Portland Pilots. She’s ready to make her mark on Division I soccer with electrifying speed and scoring ability. Kyah, an Arizona native adopted from China at a young age, grew up playing various sports including tennis,...
A dream come true: CityTeam Portland relocating to Old Town
Lance Orton, executive director of CityTeam Portland, had seen nearly every vacant building in Portland before securing a new location for the nonprofit's headquarters. CityTeam Portland is relocating to the Overland Building on Northwest 4th Avenue and Northwest Davis Street, in the Old Town district, with the hopes of opening in fall 2025. When Orton first toured building he laughed to himself, "thanks for showing me what we could do...
Central Oregon foes of TC Energy natural gas pipeline expansion press their case; company says work has begun
A group opposed to TC Energy's long-debated, now-approved natural gas pipeline expansion through Central Oregon continued to press their case Monday, joined by a Bend city councilor. But the company says the project got underway earlier this month. The post Central Oregon foes of TC Energy natural gas pipeline expansion press their case; company says work has begun appeared first on KTVZ.
Bonamici: Project Turnkey is turning the tide on homelessness by transforming lives (and vacant buildings)
In every corner of Northwest Oregon, I hear compelling stories about how housing is out of reach and how the lack of affordable housing can devastate individuals and families. I’ve also heard stories of hope from Oregonians who have found a second chance at stability through Oregon’s Project Turnkey program, which the state launched in the depths of the pandemic to quickly convert vacant buildings like hotels and motels into affordable housing and emergency shelters. ...