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Vikings Unveil Unique Chemistry at Freshman Idol Retreat for 2024
The Portland State Vikings volleyball team showcased strong team chemistry during their recent Freshman Idol retreat at Rockaway Beach, surprising head coach Michael Seemann with full participation and enthusiasm. Amidst fun and competition, team members supported each other, fostering a positive atmosphere that Seemann believes will significantly impact their performance this season. With the challenge of integrating seven newcomers while replacing five starters, the Vikings need to translate this camaraderie into solid on-court performance, particularly in establishing passing and first-ball kills now that the competition in the Big Sky Conference looms.
Palou doesn’t expect to win IndyCar title in Portland. Rossi still seeks a ride
PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — Alex Palou has a 59-point lead in the IndyCar standings but insists a third championship in four seasons isn’t a lock. Alexander Rossi remains confident he’ll have a ride in the series next year; David Malukas clarified that Will Power did not make him cry after a crash last week, and all the drivers are hopeful that IndyCar makes changes to the restart zones after Josef Newgarden’s gamesmanship caused a late-race wreck and tempers to flare.
Oregon DHS asks for help in finding girl who is believed to be in danger
SALEM, Ore. (KATU) — State officials are asking the public for help in finding a missing girl who may be in the Portland area and is believed to be in danger. According to the Oregon Department of Human Services, 15-year-old Izabel “Olive” Bland disappeared on June 5 and is known to spend time in Southeast Portland.
Planned Live Nation music venue on Portland's east side spurs backlash
The live music scene in Portland is about to up its game. Two new sites are competing to see which one is built first. Both are on the east side. One at Lloyd Center, the other at the east end of the Hawthorne Bridge. Live Nation won approval to build...
Fred Meyer Workers Vote to Strike
Portland-area union members allege workplace violations, rescind their endorsement of a planned Albertson’s-Kroger merger. Around 4,500 Portland-area Fred Meyer employees might be days away from walking off the job. Employees belonging to United Food & Commercial Workers Local 555 voted last week to authorize a strike for alleged unfair...
Runners Ahead: 2024 Hood to Coast passes through town
No one celebrates the “Mother of all Relays” quite like Sandy. The town transforms the high school into a celebratory block party, making for an iconic exchange during the annual Hood to Coast relay. As runners cruise into the school grounds, their teams roar, many sporting fun outfits and signs. There is live music, helpful volunteers who keep everyone on track, and a vendor market: clothes for sale; booths from...
Negative impact of chronic stress on the body
PORTLAND, Ore. — Some people may deal with chronic pain for years, and sometimes, their doctor may not be able to pinpoint an exact reason why. New research has shown that stress is able to cause real pain and problems, but there are effective treatments. Dr. David Clarke is...
Can You Believe This Beautiful County Has the Highest Rate of Premature Deaths in WA?
You may have heard the news that King County is the healthiest county in Washington state. “Compared to the national average, King County has a lower rate of premature death and a lower share of adults reporting that they're in poor physical health.” - Axios. Great news for King...
Vikings Golf Coach Bill Winter Returns To USGA Senior Amateur Championship
For the second time in four years, Portland State Women's Golf Coach Bill Winter will compete in the USGA Senior Amateur Championship. Winter begins competition on Saturday at The Honors Course in Ooltewah, TN. Winter's first-round tee time is 9:30 a.m. ET/6:30 a.m. PT. In Sunday's second round, he tees off at 2:30 p.m. ET/11:30 a.m. PT. The top 64 qualifiers in the field of 156 will move to match play beginning on Monday. Winter, a native of Portland, was the medalist in local qualifying for the USGA Senior Amateur on July 22. He shot an even-par 72 at the...
Portland Public School teacher accused of luring a minor with ‘brazen conversations’
A Portland Public School teacher, Craig Douglas-Meyers, was arrested and charged with felony luring a minor after attempting to meet with an undercover police officer posing as a 13-year-old girl.
After multiple person-in-crisis calls, first responders remind public about 988
PORTLAND, Ore. (KATU) — Emergency responders want you to remember that there is help if you're suffering from a mental crisis. Over the past 24 hours, police and fire were called to three incidents involving a person in crisis. One of those incidents closed the Fremont Bridge for a...
NOAA Predicts: Drenching Rain for Washington This Fall
If you're anything like me, this time of year I feel mixed emotions. I'm excited for slightly cooler temperatures. I love Fall colors but, I will mourn the passing of Summer. I love being outdoors, riding my horse, hiking, camping, and sitting on my back patio. Cold wet weather is...
Family in need of support after fire
Disaster struck the home of Jared and McKenna Beardsley on Aug. 20, as a fire forced them to evacuate their home, and they escaped with their son, James, and family dog. Firefighters were able to quickly contain the fire and limit the damage, however, within 24 hours, something very out of the ordinary happened, according to Scappoose Fire Chief Jeff Pricher. A second fire broke out at the Beardsley's house, located at the 5000 block of E.M. Watts Road, luckily with no one at home,...
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