#portland

#portland

Thrifting in Portland is not just about finding clothes, it's an activity enriched with the thrill of digging, exploring curated shops, and discovering unique styles.

For years I would always try to write to people to see what happened to them. And could never figure out ... To have found [the family], is just unbelievable.

Often overlooked for flashier Washington Park attractions-like the zoo, the Japanese Garden, even Hoyt Arboretum-World Forestry Center still works to draw visitors to its woodsy, lodge-like Discovery Museum.

"I have a solid group of people that I know that aren't tied to my career. Other places I've lived I've had a really hard time finding that community."

Since chef Tommy Habetz left high-profile restaurant kitchens behind to open Bunk in 2008, Portland has been a nationally significant sandwich city.

Balong, launched by chef Justin Dauz as a pop-up, has opened its brick-and-mortar location, known for its breakfast sandwiches and baked goods.

"When I moved to San Francisco in 2011, it was to be my last move...The pandemic stretched that to 11 ½. To be perfectly candid, the rising cost of living convinced me otherwise."

The American hamburger, in its many variations, has remained on menus and people's plates through wars, revolutions, space exploration, and even pandemics.

"Deadstock Coffee, founded by Ian Williams, transitioned from a cart to a beloved coffee shop, becoming a staple in Portland's coffee scene since 2015."

This is the second pay period in a row where employee paychecks were going to be late and we were not being told why they were late.

The Love Notes from the Lurker exhibition emphasizes introspection and the unseen connections in our surroundings through Jess Ackerman's balanced compositions that reflect vintage design motifs.

As someone who grew up flying in and out of PDX, I was long under the impression that all airports are somewhat similar to PDX, offering homey atmospheres.

In Portland, the culinary scene has seen a substantial evolution, with taco trucks thriving alongside contemporary Mexican restaurants, showcasing a broad range of flavors and styles.

I just had a good time-traveling moment,

The nature of A Window into Tennessee allows for a deep exploration of Tennessee Williams, not just as a playwright, but as a complex individual shaped by both his art and his life experiences.

The City's Auditor's Office emphasized the urgency of addressing Portland's deferred infrastructure maintenance, which has led to a severe financial crisis. The report reveals a staggering $1 billion annual shortfall needed to maintain existing infrastructure.

White Bird continues its legacy of bringing prestigious dance companies to Portland, highlighting the resilience and adaptation of the performing arts as they recover from the pandemic.

In the face of declining opioid deaths, methamphetamine has surged in Portland, becoming a first-choice drug, with no approved treatments for addiction.