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Pearl District Beer and Arts Fest Returns July 27th and 28th
Second-annual event returns to Portland this weekend. Backwoods Brewing, Deschutes Brewery, and several guest breweries and cider producers teamed up to produce the Pearl District Beer and Arts Fest. On Saturday, July 27th, and Sunday, July 28th, festivalgoers will enjoy beer, live music, and food trucks in Portland’s North Park Blocks. You will find more details in the press release below.
Sheriff: Passenger dies in I-5 crash, driver arrested for DUII
LINN COUNTY, Ore. — Around 2 a.m. Sunday (July 21), Oregon State Police responded to a two-vehicle crash on Interstate 5 near milepost 222 in Linn County. Police say a northbound Lexus GS driven by Isael Garcia, 23, of Woodburn, rear-ended a northbound Toyota Camry driven by Justin Michael Palmer, 37, of La Center, Wash.
Trans pride shines bright at Portland’s 10th annual march
Despite the blazing mid-90s heat on Saturday, Portlanders showed up in force to support the transgender community, proudly marching down Northwest Naito Parkway with flags, banners and signs proclaiming their support. Hundreds gathered in the shade at North Park Blocks to “Agitate and Celebrate!” at the annual Portland Trans Pride...
Portland Trail Blazers vs. Houston Rockets: Game preview, time, TV channel, how to watch free live stream online
The Portland Trail Blazers close out their summer league schedule with a 6 p.m. game Sunday night against the Houston Rockets in Las Vegas, Nevada. Blazers rookie center Donovan Clingan has enjoyed a strong summer session. The No. 7 pick out of Connecticut is averaging nine points, 12.3 rebounds and leads all players with 4.3 blocked shots per game.
Portland Celebrates Diversity with Thousands Attending Pride Parade Amid National Political Shifts
Despite a stormy start, Portland's Pride celebration witnessed thousands of attendees who gathered to champion diversity and self-expression yesterday. According to KOIN 6, despite the rain, the festivities, including the parade and the subsequent Old Town Block Party and waterfront festival, went off without a hitch. Headlined by Portland's very own drag superstar, Jinkx Monsoon, the event carried an atmosphere of freedom and open celebration.
Monday Is A Special Day To See The Finished Chalk Art And Enjoy Downtown Hillsboro
Check Out La Strada dei Pastelli Chalk Art Festival 2024 from above, courtesy of Kole at KosenMedia.com! He does the very best media and photo work around!. Ok, everybody! Was your weekend too hot, or maybe not quite what you were hoping for? Or maybe it was amazing and you just want to keep the fun rolling? Well, in the wake of the amazing LaStrada Chalk Art Festival in Hillsboro, Oregon, this past weekend, we have some special news!! The finished Chalk Art in all of its collective glory is still there for you all to see! You have all day on Monday, 7-22-24 to get to Downtown Hillsboro and have a nice uncrowded viewing and enjoy the event footprint with no cars!
Good Morning, News: Plant Trees = Save Lives, Mingus Mapps Cuts Foot, and Kamala Harris for the Prosecution (of Trump)
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Thousands gather for Portland Pride parade Sunday
PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — Portland Pride celebrations had a stormy start Sunday, but the brief downpour wasn’t enough to rain on the parade. The annual parade, emceed by KOIN 6’s very own Emily Burris and Travis Teich along with co-hosts Summer Lynne Seasons and Bolivia Carmichaels, went off without a hitch and some state leaders, including Oregon Governor Tina Kotek, were seen joining in the celebration.
Growth Management Act poses housing dilemma for Woodland
Unless the City of Woodland accommodates for more low-income housing in the next 20 years, it may lose state funding for projects. Last week, a consultant from SCJ Alliance updated Woodland’s City Council on its estimated land needs for future housing developments according to state law. Under Washington’s Growth...
EWEB linemen gear up for Lineman Rodeo, showcasing skills
EUGENE, Ore. — EWEB linemen are preparing for an upcoming competition this weekend in Gresham called the Lineman Rodeo. On Monday, July 22nd they showed our Live Shot Buddy some of the skills needed to compete, proving they do much more than help keep the lights on.
Beaverton's Dennis Connors has turned tragedy into triumph in his life beyond the armed forces
Beaverton’s Dennis Connors has a unique story, but at the same time he doesn’t. The former Marine and war veteran has lingering effects from his time defending our country, and further effects from a stroke he suffered four years ago. But while still coping with the sadly common residuals from an experience many can’t relate, along with the tragic results of a compromising health scare, the 39-year-old has made the most of his circumstances, much of which he attributes to a sport that’s now taking...
Women in Wine Oregon Conference Delivers Invigorating Message of Hope and Support
Sixth annual conference gathered 270 industry members for panels and presentations from Wine Unify Executive Director Alicia Towns Franken, Portland Timbers CEO Heather Davis, and more. Carlton, Ore. (July 22, 2024) — Women in Wine Oregon, a nonprofit organization fostering inclusion and the advancement of female leadership in the beverage...
Street of Dreams pivots to showcase a variety builders across multiple communities
Although initially tabbed for the Forest Highlands neighborhood in Lake Oswego, the 2024 Street of Dreams this August will instead take place across multiple communities and feature a more varied selection of homes to peruse. Rachel Trice, the chief membership and marketing manager for the event organizer — the Home...
Portland favorite Nico’s Ice Cream is expanding to California
From the moment you step into Nico’s Ice Cream on Northeast Killingsworth Street, you’re embraced by the sense of community that owner Nico Vergara has crafted. A cartoon logo with a smiling cup of ice cream and a neon sign decorate the store. The sign reads “rica y deliciosa” — tasty and delicious — a promise fulfilled by every item on the menu, all listed in Spanish and English.
Recent research details potential solutions to Ross Island Lagoon’s cyanobacteria blooms
The Ross Island Lagoon, which sits in the center of the four-island complex known as Ross Island, is a byproduct of decades of mining. In addition to industrial purposes, the lagoon also has a long history of being used recreationally and provides habitat for a variety of vulnerable plant and animal species.
Vancouver police chief will retire in October
Vancouver Police Chief Jeff Mori will retire in October, just over two years after stepping into the role. The announcement follows that of City Manager Eric Holmes, who is also set to retire in October, though Mori insisted in a press release that the timing was coincidental. “My decision to...
Robert "Bob" Russell Jennings
May 24, 1937 - July 16, 2024 - Born to Milburn and Marion Campbell Jennings, May 24, 1937, in Bend, Oregon. He graduated from West Linn high school and immediately joined the United States Marines Corps. He served his country from 1955-1959. After returning home to Portland, at the age of twenty-two, he met the love of his life, Carolyn Donna Doty and they were married on September 11, 1959 and they were married for fifty years. During their time together, they had 3 beautiful daughters, 6 granddaughters, 5 great grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. Also, not to be ...
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