Meet Portland’s Female Creatives Paving Their Own Path

In Portland, we’re rich with creative people that flourish despite the potential of doubt. They succeed in what they set to do and blaze a trail for those that are following their footsteps. We partnered with Hobo Leather Goods to interview Portland women who have paved their own non-traditional careers through a strong sense of personal expression. Their creative energies stretch far beyond the corners of this city.

Find inspiration for your home in Portland’s Design District in the Central Eastside.

On the east side of the Willamette River, nestled between the railroad tracks and overpasses, is one of the most dynamic neighborhoods in Portland’s Central City. Where there was once only large-scale manufacturers and distribution companies, this district has become one of the most unique destinations for design-minded Portlanders. There are shops for lighting, furniture, and art waiting to be discovered in the Design District in the Central Eastside.

Oregon is Lacking Financial Education to Support Its Communities for a Better Future. Financial Beginnings Oregon is Giving Us the Tools to Help.

Hobo Leather Goods Celebrates Portland This Fall

It’s no secret that Portland has a soft spot for quality leather goods, and after a lifetime in leather craft, heritage handbag brand Hobo is coming to Stumptown. The woman-founded and-run business brings quality materials and beautiful designs that are a seamless fit for Portland’s style.

We Need to Treat Oregon’s Watersheds Better. Here’s What You Can Do.

Watersheds are an important part of the Oregon ecosystem. Oregon Lottery includes watershed enhancement as one of its many fund beneficiaries to improve the state, but they need your help on the ground helping clean up our rivers, streams, and beaches. Join them on Sept. 21.

New Seasons Market Has Feast Products In Store. We Tried Them All.

In anticipation of Feast Portland, New Seasons Market launched a limited-edition line of products that pairs local producers with Portland’s best chefs. Lucky us, we got to try the items from Olympia Provisions, Moonstruck Chocolate, Wayfinder Beer, and Brew Dr. Kombucha.

If You Need Help Saving For Emergencies, Here is a Simple Solution.

Preparing for emergencies is on the minds of a lot of Portlanders. We recently partnered with Simple to learn about the concerns our readers have when it comes to being financially prepared for an emergency. Whether you’re worried about The Big One, or you’re just wanting to make sure you’ve got enough cash to cover a surprise root canal (worst surprise ever…), saving money for an emergency is a smart thing to do.

Better Portland: Businesses Working to Make a Sustainable Future for Our City

As one of the nation’s most sustainable cities, we Portlanders value sustainable businesses that are working to create a better future. Here are a few companies you can support that are actively working to achieve sustainable development goals.