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Details: Written by Saundra Sorenson; Published: 03 April 2025

Kelly Sue DeConnick (Photo credit: Posy Quarterman)

Despite her love for comics, DeConnick said it didn’t occur to her that anybody made them, let alone that women would be welcomed into the field. Since then, the Portland-based comics writer has forged an impressive career that spans industries.

Details: Written by Saundra Sorenson; Published: 27 March 2025

Martha Gies (Photo: Saundra Sorenson)

A student of Raymond Carver, Martha Gies details a colorful life well-lived and well-examined.

Details: Written by MARTHA BELLISLE Associated Press; Published: 25 March 2025

(Sam Peterson via AP)

Although it is unknown how many federal workers are taking up the offers to return to work, some employees have already decided to move on, fearing more reductions down the road.

Details: Written by The Skanner News; Published: 23 March 2025

The Genealogical Forum of Oregon is inviting everyone with an interest in exploring their family history to their 2025 Open House. From March 23-29 the GFO Library in downtown Portland, at 2505 S.E. 11th Ave., Ste B018, will be open for research with no day-use fee and the forum will be offering free events

Details: Written by Saundra Sorenson; Published: 21 March 2025

U.S. Sen. Ron Wyden and U.S. Rep. Janelle Bynum (Photo: Office of U.S. Rep. Janelle Bynum)

Bynum encourages attendees to encourage friends in Republican districts to flood town hall forums.

Details: Written by Saundra Sorenson; Published: 13 March 2025

Rep. Janelle Bynum (D-Oregon)

Budget would gut approved community projects, undermine public safety, harm water quality, among other concerns, Portland leaders say.

Details: Written by Saundra Sorenson; Published: 07 March 2025

(AP Illustration / Peter Hamlin)

Rushing to be in compliance with executive orders that claim DEI policies are illegal, local nonprofits suffer from lack of guidance and the threat of pulled funding.