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Oregon wraps up $30 million summer learning investments as students prepare for new year
Angelica Alaniz sat on a speckled carpet at Imlay Elementary School in Hillsboro with three soon-to-be second graders one late July morning. “Put our eyes up here now, ready?” she prompted the students. “We’re gonna practice the letter ‘s.’ Can I hear that sound?”. The...
Local dog's death may be caused by algae bloom in the Columbia
A local veterinary hospital is warning pet owners to keep their animals out of the Columbia River following the death of a dog which may have been caused by a toxic algae bloom. Midway Veterinary Hospital in Warren, between St. Helens and Scappoose, released their warning in a Facebook post on Aug. 9. saying that they had been "made aware of one canine death so far." Sadly, that dog was named "Jax," and he belonged to Tanya Bachman and her family. ...
Former Sortis Holdings executive refiles lawsuit, claims company agreed to settlement, didn’t pay
A former top Sortis Holdings executive has refiled a wrongful termination lawsuit against the company and claimed it didn’t fulfill a $95,000 settlement agreement. The dispute is the latest problem for Sortis Holdings, now named SoHi Brands, a company that holds investments in a mix of some of Portland’s more popular restaurants, coffee shops, hotels and barber shops. Chains in its portfolio include Rudy’s, Bamboo Sushi and Sizzle Pie.
Longtime St. Helens resident Jennifer Massey aims for mayor's seat this November
A woman whose family has deep roots in St. Helens will be running this November to unseat Mayor Rick Scholl. Jennifer Massey, a union steamfitter and multi-business owner for 18 years, is ready to take on Scholl, who is running for another term as mayor. Attorney Steven Toschi will also be vying for Scholl's seat Nov. 5. Massey said she has longstanding ties to the community. ...
Incumbent Lake Oswego council cohort won’t face challengers this cycle
Unless an atypical write-in campaign emerges, the four incumbents running for reelection on the Lake Oswego City Council will not face a competitive campaign season this cycle. With the deadline for filling out forms to run for mayor and three other open seats having passed Tuesday, Aug. 20, the city of Lake Oswego has only approved candidate filings from Mayor Joe Buck and Councilors Massene Mboup, Rachel Verdick and Aaron Rapf for the November election. ...
Portland Saturday Market designated an Oregon Heritage Tradition
The Portland Saturday Market enters its 51st year with an Oregon Heritage Tradition designation by the Oregon Heritage Commission. The Portland Saturday Market is the 28th event in Oregon to be designed an Oregon Heritage Tradition. Other Oregon Heritage Traditions include the Great Oregon Steam-up in Brooks, Oregon State Fair, Medford’s Pear Blossom Festival, the Pendleton Round-Up, and the Woodburn Fiesta Mexicana.
World’s Largest Mass Timber Airport Opens to Travelers in Portland, Oregon
Portland International Airport (PDX) has opened its newly expanded main terminal, showcasing the world’s largest mass timber structure in an airport setting. The $2 billion renovation, designed by ZGF Architects, doubles the airport’s capacity, enabling it to handle up to 35 million passengers annually by 2045. This ambitious project highlights the Pacific Northwest’s natural beauty and timber industry, with a 9-acre mass timber roof that evokes the feeling of walking through a forest. Using locally sourced wood from small family-owned forests, non-profits, and tribal nations within a 300-mile radius underscores the project’s commitment to sustainability and community support. The innovative design not only enhances the airport’s functionality but also reflects Oregon’s tradition of forest product innovation.
Damian Lillard says the Blazers would have won a title if LaMarcus Aldridge hadn't left: "I would have came into my own but he was that good"
Damian Lillard continues to chase that elusive first NBA title after his first year with the Milwaukee Bucks didn't go as planned. During the summer of 2023, Lillard got his wish to be traded to a championship contender after failing to win a championship with the Portland Trail Blazers. But ...
Deputies: Man sets fire at Linn Co. truck stop, pulls knife, throws rock at bystander
LINN COUNTY Ore. (KPTV) - A man is accused of starting a fire and then threatening a bystander with a knife at a truck stop along Interstate 5 near Halsey on Wednesday, according to the Linn County Sheriff’s Office. Just before 8 a.m., deputies responded to reports of a...
Taste Test: Unlicensed Hot Dog Outside Moda Center
Background: Tiny hot dog grill carts started appearing outside large events last year, like the LGBTQ+ Pride Festival and major stadium concerts. This reporter figured the carts must be another sleek take on the classic New York hot dog cart, designed to prep and serve squeaks at the speed ugly Americans like me expect.
Top 3 Jerami Grant Trade Candidates for Blazers by Deadline
Jerami Grant is a key player the Portland Trail Blazers may seek to trade, primarily due to his age and contract impacting the team's future financial flexibility. Despite being a strong asset, his fit with the Blazers' rebuilding plans is questionable, prompting discussions of a potential trade by the 2025 deadline to optimize lottery odds for the top draft pick. The Los Angeles Lakers are considered the leading contender for Grant, particularly after LeBron James' strategic pay cut to facilitate trade opportunities.
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