News & City Life

Greenspaces

A Celebration of Portland Parks

A thank-you note to the hiking trails of Forest Park, the playground of Wilshire and Arbor Lodge, the smell of roses in Washington and Peninsula Parks, and more

06/17/2022 Edited by Julia Silverman By Michelle Harris, Fiona McCann, and Margaret Seiler

Transformations

The Jupiter Hotel Is Ready for Its Next Act

For the past two years, the hotel had served as a quarantine space for COVID-positive people who were homeless. Now it's gotten a refresh and is ready for other hotel guests again.

06/16/2022 By Michelle Harris

History Lesson

Will Portland's Shanghai Tunnels Close for Good?

After pandemic closures, Underground Tours operators are looking for a way forward.

06/13/2022 By Michelle Harris

Swimming

Not Signed Up for Swim Lessons in Portland Yet? There’s Still Hope

Expect to see a lot of "full," "waitlist," and "members only" messages, but there are still some spots available

06/10/2022 By Margaret Seiler

Agribusiness

Down on Dairy? From Almond to Soy to Hazelnut, a Closer Look at the Options for Milk Alternatives

Nut milk won’t save us, either.

06/10/2022 By Michelle Harris

Agribusiness

Big Dairy, Long a Power Player in Oregon, Faces a Climate Change Crossroads

And an upstart new player claims it’s blazing a better path forward: carbon-neutral milk that does a planet good.

06/10/2022 By Ramona DeNies

Art

Portland Artist Creates ‘Neon Terror’ Image of Local Sports Figures

Neon Black Tiger’s love for sports brings a bright and scary approach to portraits and cards of Portland athletes.

06/10/2022 Edited by Dalila Brent

Weddings

With Pandemic Do-Over Celebrations, Oregon's Summer Wedding Season Is Busier Than Ever

Sequel weddings, vow renewals, or happily-ever-after parties: those who got married with just a few guests or over Zoom are seeking a second event.

06/08/2022 By Julia Silverman

Editor’s Note

From the Editor: Why You Should Heed the Oregon Coast’s Invitation to Dive In

It may not be warm, but it's full of wonder.

06/07/2022 By Fiona McCann

Q&A

Ripping the City With Bimma Williams

The entrepreneur and podcaster dishes on his favorite Portland spots and the future of the city.

06/07/2022 Edited by Dalila Brent

Beach Eats

Pronto Pup, the Corn Dog Born on the Oregon Coast

The story of the beloved hot dog on a stick, from the giant fiberglass corn dog in Rockaway Beach to the bustling counter by the bumper cars in Seaside to beach shacks and food carts in the Midwest

06/06/2022 By Margaret Seiler