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Jesse Katz to Read Acclaimed True Crime Book “The Rent Collectors” at Powell’s
The late former mayor Vera Katz’s son will be introduced by WW staff reporter Nigel Jaquiss.
Grain Terminal Where Tire Pile Caught Fire Goes on the Market for $6.5 Million
Beau Blixseth, who envisioned grain exports but turned to tires, throws in the towel.
After String of Resignations, Governor’s Office Announces Two New Hires
Down six staffers, Gov. Kotek begins adding new personnel.
Portland’s Water Bureau Director Resigns at Request of Mapps, Chides City Leadership on the Way Out
In a resignation letter sent to the mayor, Gabe Solmer decried how the city went about giving her the boot.
Kotek’s Behavioral Health Initiative Director, Juliana Wallace, Departs
Wallace lasted less than a year in a position that put her in close proximity to first lady Aimee Kotek Wilson.
Multnomah County Board Approves Money for Deflection Center After Marathon Session
Parents from a nearby preschool crowded the meeting to oppose the center.
Fire-Themed Plays Rip Through JAW New Play Festival
Portland Center Stage’s 25th annual event is especially poignant at the start of Oregon’s wildfire season.
Make Waves at the Portlandia Mermaid Parade July 27
New this year is a collab with FATHOM interactive art experience.
Oregon Health Authority Scrapped Summer Anti-Alcohol Television Ad Campaign
Last year’s ad did not get positive reviews from the alcohol industry.