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Threemile Canyon Farms Honored with 2026 OBI Visionary Award for Sustainable Agriculture

Threemile Canyon Farms Honored with 2026 OBI Visionary Award for Sustainable Agriculture

Threemile Canyon Farms Honored with 2026 OBI Visionary Award for Sustainable Agriculture
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WhyHunger Seeks Events Specialist to Coordinate Fundraising and Cultivation Events

WhyHunger Seeks Events Specialist to Coordinate Fundraising and Cultivation Events

WhyHunger, a non-profit organization dedicated to ending hunger and advancing the human right to nutritious food, is seeking an Events Specialist. This role, part of the Development team, will be responsible for coordinating the planning, project management, and execution of various fundraising and cultivation events. The specialist will report to the head of Institutional Giving and will eventually lead the day-to-day planning for major annual events such as the Chapin Awards Gala, Hungerthon Hustle, and Amplified concert. Additionally, the role involves coordinating donor site visits, smaller cultivation events, and artist activations. The Events Specialist will manage event consultants, coordinate logistics with vendors, and ensure internal teams are aligned on responsibilities and deadlines. This hybrid position is based in the NYC Metro area and requires occasional evening and weekend availability for events and related travel. The organization, founded in 1975, focuses on addressing the root causes o...
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Holst Architecture Completes East County Library in Gresham, Oregon, Serving Over 100,000 Residents

Holst Architecture Completes East County Library in Gresham, Oregon, Serving Over 100,000 Residents

Holst Architecture has completed the new East County Library in Gresham, Oregon, a significant public development designed to serve over 100,000 residents. The library, which officially opened in May 2026, is the largest project undertaken by Holst Architecture in its 30-year history and is part of Multnomah County Library's $387 million bond initiative. Located at NW Division Street and NW Eastman Parkway, the 95,000-square-foot facility includes a 44,000-square-foot public outdoor space. The design, which involved extensive community engagement, aims to emulate the Pacific Northwest's forests, utilizing mass timber construction with 1,200 glulam beams and nearly 300 CLT panels. The library offers diverse programming, including an indoor-outdoor early learning space, a Creative Learning Room, an audiovisual studio, and a 200-seat auditorium, positioning it as a community hub for learning, play, and connection.
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Gresham Urban Forestry Subcommittee Schedules Special Work Session for Tree Code Update

Gresham Urban Forestry Subcommittee Schedules Special Work Session for Tree Code Update

The Urban Forestry Subcommittee in Gresham, Oregon, has scheduled a special work session for Thursday, November 5, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM. The session, which will be held online via Zoom, is dedicated to the Tree Code Update Project. This subcommittee plays a crucial role in advising the City of Gresham on various urban forestry matters, including the urban tree canopy, tree preservation, the Urban Forestry Management Plan, and the selection of tree species for the City's approved street tree list and significant tree list. The meeting agenda, which will include log-in and call-in information, will be available on the Urban Forestry Subcommittee page. Individuals unable to access the meeting via Zoom are advised to contact Torrey Lindbo 24 hours in advance for alternative arrangements.
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Gresham Man Loses $40,000 in Jury Duty Scam Involving Bitcoin Kiosks

Gresham Man Loses $40,000 in Jury Duty Scam Involving Bitcoin Kiosks

A 79-year-old Gresham man, identified as Steven, reported losing $40,000 after falling victim to a jury duty scam. The Multnomah County Sheriff’s Office stated that an individual posing as a Multnomah County sheriff’s lieutenant contacted Steven, falsely claiming he had missed jury duty and would face arrest unless he paid a fine. Steven subsequently made two $20,000 withdrawals from his bank and deposited the cash into Bitcoin kiosks at a convenience store in southeast Portland, as directed by the scammers. His daughter, Tarisa, informed KOIN that her father was instructed to use four or five different machines. The Multnomah County Sheriff's Office has clarified that they do not collect money for missed jury duty, a warning previously issued in December 2025. Deputy John Plock advised the public that law enforcement agencies do not call to collect fines and urged individuals receiving such calls to hang up. This incident highlights a recurring scam tactic, with a separate report from May 2024 detailing a...
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Washington County to Host Annual Veterans Day Celebration in Hillsboro

Washington County to Host Annual Veterans Day Celebration in Hillsboro

The Washington County Veterans Day Celebration is scheduled to take place on Wednesday, November 11, at 11 a.m. at the Veterans Memorial Gateway in Hillsboro, Oregon. This annual event invites veterans, military families, and community members to honor those who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces. The ceremony will feature a presentation of colors, the national anthem, speeches from guest speakers, and a tribute dedicated to the service and sacrifices of veterans. A key part of the celebration will be the recognition of local veterans who have been selected through a community nomination process for their military service, leadership, and contributions to Washington County. The event is a collaborative effort organized by the Community, Military & Veteran Alliance of Oregon, in partnership with American Legion Hillsboro Post 2, the city of Hillsboro, the Washington County Chamber of Commerce, its Veterans Business Advisory Council, and the Washington County Composite Squadron of the Civil Air Patrol. The...
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The Best New Restaurants and Food Carts in Portland, November 2026

The Best New Restaurants and Food Carts in Portland, November 2026

A local bakery favorite finds a new space, a chef brings intimate omakase to downtown, and true pub pops up in the burbs
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Grocery Retailers Launch Diverse Hunger Relief Campaigns Ahead of Holidays Amid Rising Food Insecurity

Grocery Retailers Launch Diverse Hunger Relief Campaigns Ahead of Holidays Amid Rising Food Insecurity

As the holiday season approaches and food insecurity reaches its highest level in a decade, grocery retailers across the U.S. are launching various campaigns to combat hunger. Hannaford Supermarkets is investing $500,000 in Maine nutrition programs, part of its 'Eat Well, Be Well' initiative, which has provided $5 million since 2022. This funding will support programs like Preble Street's 'Harvest to Home' for chef-prepared meals, The Christine B. Foundation's cancer nutrition services, MaineHealth's 'ProduceRx' program, and The Dempsey Center's 'Nutrition and Garden Program.' Albertsons Companies' Southern Market banners (Tom Thumb, Albertsons, Randalls) are running a 'Holiday Bucks' checkout campaign with a goal of raising $1 million, with all proceeds staying in local communities. The Save Mart Companies and Keurig Dr Pepper have renewed their 'Friends Feeding Friends' food drive, aiming to collect donations through 'Pantry Packs' and corporate contributions. Food City is conducting its 34th 'Race Again...
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Duke Energy Launches $500,000 Hunger Relief Campaign in South Carolina

Duke Energy Launches $500,000 Hunger Relief Campaign in South Carolina

Duke Energy and the Duke Energy Foundation have initiated a month-long campaign, 'Powering Plates. Nourishing Neighbors.', investing over $500,000 to combat hunger across South Carolina. This initiative supports nearly 70 organizations statewide through financial grants and employee volunteer projects. A key component of the campaign is a new partnership in Florence, establishing a permanent FoodShare South Carolina distribution hub. This hub, a collaboration between My Brother's Keeper Shelter, FoodShare South Carolina, and Duke Energy, aims to provide families in the Pee Dee region with consistent access to fresh, nutritious food. Duke Energy volunteers recently packed and distributed 200 boxes of fresh food in Florence as part of this effort. The campaign also includes events like the fifth annual Yam Jam in Greenville, where over 200 volunteers will pack sweet potatoes, and a Thanksgiving meal packing event for veterans in Sumter.
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Strand Bookstore to Repay $1.5 Million Federal Loan After DOJ Finds Ineligibility

Strand Bookstore to Repay $1.5 Million Federal Loan After DOJ Finds Ineligibility

Strand Bookstore to Repay $1.5 Million Federal Loan After DOJ Finds Ineligibility
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Oregon Seeks to Establish Comprehensive Youth Development Framework Using Meta Settlement Funds

Oregon Seeks to Establish Comprehensive Youth Development Framework Using Meta Settlement Funds

Oregon is presented with a unique opportunity to construct a robust youth development framework, leveraging the $125 million settlement funds received from Meta over the next decade. This initiative aims to connect early learning, afterschool, and summer programs into a cohesive continuum, addressing the broader well-being of young people beyond just online safety. The settlement, secured by Attorney General Dan Rayfield, mandates significant changes for young users on Facebook and Instagram, including time limits, nighttime access blocks, and stronger age verification. However, advocates argue that the work must extend to other major platforms like Snapchat, TikTok, and YouTube to ensure comprehensive protection. The settlement also identifies youth-supporting programs as potential uses for the funds, providing a chance to invest in real-world experiences that foster healthy development, such as sports, arts, STEM, and mentoring.
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USA TODAY Sports/AVCA Super 10 girls regional volleyball rankings, early November

USA TODAY Sports/AVCA Super 10 girls regional volleyball rankings, early November

See who sits atop each region in the 2026 USA TODAY Sports/AVCA Super 10 girls volleyball regional rankings.