Community Celebrates Black Art and Culture At Annual Mixer and Marketplace
In the Northwest, it is often hard to find art spaces dedicated to celebrating and promoting black art and culture; however they do exist. This past weekend Black Artists from across the region including artists from Portland, gathered in Seattle for the Black Arts Love Mixer and Marketplace, which took place at the historic Langston […]
It will be a hot summer and Portland Parks & Recreation (PP&R) is here to help residents stay cool with park fountains, splash pads and PP&R pools/swim lessons. Information of these facilities can be found below. Information on park fountains and splash pads is online at portlandoregon.gov/parks/article/578662. Online info for PP&R pools and swim lessons is […]
Continue reading …Black Heritage Society Of Washington State Co-Founder Receives 2019 AASLH Award Of Excellence
June 19, 2019 No Comment
Jacqueline E. A. Lawson, co-founder of the Black Heritage Society of Washington State (BHS), has been named the 2019 recipient of an Award of Excellence from the American Association for State and Local History (AASLH) for her lifetime achievement and dedication to further the knowledge of African American history. Lawson is also co-founder of Seattle’s […]
Continue reading …By: Malika Bennett, The Portland Medium Needing a dose of culture this weekend? The Greater Portland area is gearing up for a fun filled week of Juneteenth and community celebrations. For those unfamiliar, Juneteenth is a special holiday in the African American community that represents a celebration of freedom, family and community. Juneteenth commemorates the […]
Continue reading …Three Established African American Owned Businesses Relocate to Alberta Commons
May 8, 2019 No Comment
This spring, several successful, established entrepreneurs are relocating their businesses to Alberta Commons, located in the Alberta District of Northeast Portland. Together, the owners of the trio of businesses decided to open their doors on the same block in the heart of the community on Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard––what they call “Dream Street.” Champions […]
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Portland residents came together this past Saturday to celebrate the grand re-opening of Couch Park in Portland, Oregon. The new upgrades to the park that were highlighted during the celebration include a new inclusive playground, plaza, and Portland Loo. Park renovations were funded with support from the 2014 Parks Replacement Bond, Metro, Harper’s Playground, and MLC PTSA’s Friends […]
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Earlier this week, Everett Community College’s Board of Trustees voted unanimously to offer the college presidency to Daria J. Willis, Ph.D. Willis has accepted, pending completion of contract negotiations. The decision was made at a special board meeting Monday after a national search, a campus visit earlier this month with student, faculty, staff and community […]
Continue reading …Nearly 50 Students From Across Washington State Commit To Pursuing STEM Careers
May 3, 2019 No Comment
Just like signing days for athletes, the second-annual Washington STEM Signing Day presented in partnership with Boeing today celebrated high school seniors from across the state as they made their commitments to some of the state and country’s top technical schools, colleges, and universities. Students signed STEM Letters of Intent at the state capitol in […]
Continue reading …Washington Legislature Votes ‘Yes’ To Affirmative Action And Equity With Passage Of I-1000
May 3, 2019 No CommentBy: Aaron Williams (Seattle Medium) Initiative I-1000 has passed! On April 28 both houses of the Washington State Legislature passed the long-fought initiative bringing back into law Affirmative Action in the state. The initiative passed the Senate by a vote of 26-22, and the House by a vote of 56-42. King County Councilmember Larry Gossett […]
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Parks Commissioner Nick Fish has approved additional System Development Charge funds to allow for the installation of a Portland Loo (permanent restroom) as part of the improvements at Lynchview Park. The Loo will be located near the new playground, in a location that was previously planned to have a porta-potty. (The playground will be located along […]
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City of Portland News
- Recycle or not? Reciclar o no?With so many items to sort, it can be confusing to know what is and isn’t recyclable. Oregon Metro's new websites, www.reciclarono.org (Spanish) or www.recycleornot.org (English) and Instagram accounts, @Reciclarono (Spanish) @RecycleorNot (English) are great new tools to clear up confusion. For example, for the next six months the featured item, plastic bags – and their pesky […]
- 2019 Legislative Session UpdateThe Bureau of Planning and Sustainability doesn’t just develop new zoning code and climate actions plans. Staff also work closely with the City of Portland’s legislative liaisons to ensure we’re achieving our goals for a healthy and equitable city at the state level. At the close of the 2019 state legislative session, an unprecedented number […]
- BPS statement on HB2001 and SB534NEWS RELEASENews from the City of Portland Bureau of Planning and SustainabilityJuly 3, 2019 CONTACT Donnie Oliveira503.593.1869Donald.Oliveira@portlandoregon.gov Portland, ORE. — With the passage of HB2001 (middle housing) and SB534 (narrow lots) in the state legislature — and expected Governor’s signature — the Bureau of Planning and Sustainability can begin to determine how the Residential […]
City of Vancouver News
- City seeks volunteer to serve on Portland airport noise advisory committeeThe City of Vancouver is seeking applicants to fill one vacancy on the Portland International Airport (PDX) Citizen Noise Advisory Committee. Applications must be received by 5 p.m. Friday, Oct. 18. The PDX Citizen Noise Advisory Committee is the official forum to address the community's aircraft noise concerns. Local jurisdictions and the Port of Portland […]
- Esther Short ParkA 5-acre gem in the heart of downtown Vancouver, Esther Short Park is the oldest public square in the State. Today the park includes a playground, picnic shelter, gazebo, clock tower, rose garden and walking paths.
- Trees, apples and cider! Vancouver celebrates the Old Apple Tree on Saturday, Oct. 5Strongly rooted in our community, Vancouver’s legendary Old Apple Tree turns 193 this year. Come celebrate at the annual Old Apple Tree Festival, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 5, at the Old Apple Tree Park, 112 S.E. Columbia Way, directly east of the Interstate 5 Bridge within the Fort Vancouver National Historic […]
- Raptors, reptiles and prehistoric fish featured during Sept. 21 Sturgeon FestivalCelebrate Columbia River ecosystems with breathtaking birds, remarkable reptiles and spectacular sturgeon, showcased at the 23rd annual Sturgeon Festival, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 21, at the Water Resources Education Center, 4600 S.E. Columbia Way.
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