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Groundbreaking Ceremony Launches Construction of Darcelle XV Plaza in Southwest Portland
While the revelry of Pride filled the waterfront this past Saturday, a different celebration took root in southwest Portland. Civic leaders, community members, and the family of the late, renowned drag queen Darcelle XV gathered to break ground on Darcelle XV Plaza. The new space, situated at Southwest 9th and Harvey Milk Streets, aims to honor the beloved icon's legacy. "Darcelle Plaza will be about what Darcelle would want, which is joy, which is people coming together," City Commissioner Dan Ryan told KATU.
Readers Respond to the Latest Contortions in Oregon Homelessness Policy
The clearing of homeless camps from Portland’s streets is often and crudely described as a game of Whac-A-Mole. But another frivolous analogy comes to mind after the U.S. Supreme Court ruled cities could enforce strict camping bans: Homelessness policy on the West Coast has been written with an Etch A Sketch, which the courts shake every few years, sending cities and states back to the drawing board. Oregon, which structured its camping laws around previous court rulings, now must decide whether to draw them again (“Breaking Camp,” WW, July 10). The law-and-order candidates running for Portland City Hall this November certainly want a do-over. Here’s what our readers had to say:
After officials promised to address Portland’s fentanyl crisis, overdose deaths rose. What happened?
During a 90-day Portland-area fentanyl emergency declared by elected officials, overdose deaths increased and haven’t declined since, data shows. If you purchase a product or register for an account through a link on our site, we may receive compensation. By using this site, you consent to our User Agreement and agree that your clicks, interactions, and personal information may be collected, recorded, and/or stored by us and social media and other third-party partners in accordance with our Privacy Policy.
Wildfire on Ross Island Fills Portland Skies with Smoke, Firefighters Tackle Blazes by Boat
Portland's skyline was obscured on Saturday by a dense cloud of black smoke as a significant wildfire took hold of Ross Island in the Willamette River. Portland Fire & Rescue teams were deployed to combat the flames which were first reported just before 4:45 p.m., according to KATU. Multiple sources say the fire's smoke plume was visible for miles across Portland's metropolitan landscape.
Oregon’s workforce is aging. Here are the industries with the oldest workers
Nearly 1 in 4 Oregon workers is over 55, nearing or beyond the typical retirement age. The share of older workers in the state’s labor force has more than doubled since 1990, according to a new report from the Oregon Employment Department. If there’s a big wave of retirements in the offing, that could limit future economic growth — especially in those industries with the highest share of older workers.
Motorcyclist Arrested After 120 MPH High-Speed Chase Through Thurston County Near Lacey
A high-speed motorcycle chase that erupted in Thurston County, east of Lacey, has culminated in the rider's arrest, following their perilous 120 mph evasion of law enforcement, authorities have disclosed. As FOX 13 Seattle reports, the events unfolded early Friday morning when Thurston County Sheriff's deputies tried to stop the motorcyclist, caught speeding at 80 mph in a 50 mph zone, the cyclist instead chose to flee, catapulting through east Lacey before charging north on Meridian Road.
Silverton opens new $20 million city hall and police station without raising taxes
The only thing missing from Silverton’s new city hall and police station is the trash cans. After nearly a decade in planning and development, the 26,000 square foot, $20 million building located at 401 North Water St. is open for business. The city was able to build the new...
ProMotocross from Washougal Favors the Points Leaders for Both Classes
Washougal MX Park, Washougal, WA — July 20, 2024. The 2024 Pro Motocross Championship, sanctioned by AMA Pro Racing, made its final trip to the West Coast for Round 8 of the summer campaign, where the scenic surroundings of Washougal MX Park challenged riders under some of the hottest temperatures of the season. The MotoSport.com Washougal National Presented by Peterson CAT also served as the series’ Military Appreciation Race.
Get the DERT on the Deschutes Estuary Restoration Team and the Unfolding Future of Capitol Lake
The reflective views of Capitol Lake are iconic to Olympia’s landscape. The estuary, which had previously always been there, was dammed in 1951, to create the reflecting pond. Many locals remember swimming there. However, over time bacteria, oxygen, and sediment levels became concerning along with invasive species of the New Zealand mud snail and Eurasian milfoil. The aesthetics have diminished along with its ecological health.
Electric offensive showing lifts Thorns above Tijuana in dominant Summer Cup debut
As clouds from earlier thunderstorms parted and the sun shone down on Providence Park, the Portland Thorns rolled against Club Tijuana in an electric Summer Cup debut on Sunday afternoon. Despite several players out due to either injuries or international duties, the Thorns (8-5-3, 27 points) unleashed an offensive onslaught...
Third Straight Moto Sweep Puts Chase Sexton on Top
WASHOUGAL, Wash. — The 2024 Pro Motocross Championship, sanctioned by AMA Pro Racing, made its final trip to the West Coast for Round 8 of the summer campaign, where the scenic surroundings of Washougal MX Park challenged riders under some of the hottest temperatures of the season. The MotoSport.com...
Working relationship: Transparency key to successful H2A recruitment at Stemilt
WENATCHEE — Like many other businesses, the tree fruit industry is faced with the challenge of recruiting and retaining a quality workforce. The owners of Stemilt say that in their experience transparency is an important component of both finding and keeping good workers. Stemilt is among the growers in...
‘Endangered’ status to remain in effect for WA wolves
A sharply-divided state panel on Friday retained strict protections for gray wolves in Washington, concluding their status under the state’s endangered species law should not change despite signs of a growing population. In a pair of 5-4 votes, the Washington State Fish and Wildlife Commission rejected downlisting wolves from “endangered” to either “threatened” or “sensitive,” […] The post ‘Endangered’ status to remain in effect for WA wolves appeared first on Utah News Dispatch.
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