Oregon's high school graduation rate remained at 81.3% for the Class of 2023, matching the previous year's result, amid pandemic challenges and increased chronic absenteeism.

Plano's mayor will host the "State of the City" address on February 8, 2024, at the Robinson Fine Arts Center, with events starting at 5 pm and a live stream available on planotv.org.

The City of Arlington launches a "Turn Around Don't Drown®" art contest for children in grades 3 to 5 to promote flood safety awareness, with submissions accepted from Feb. 5 to March 28.

Nora Chapa Mendoza, 92, is awarded the 2024 Kresge Eminent Artist title and a $100,000 prize for her art and activism.

Oregon universities have launched the Oregon Cybersecurity Center of Excellence to combat cybersecurity threats with a $4.9 million budget, focusing on practical defense strategies and education.

The Long Beach Public Library celebrates black history with "Our History, Our Future," featuring events from professional development to music performances, starting February 3rd.

The Frank C. Ortis Art Gallery presents "Ephemeral Construction," featuring works of four artists from Feb 8 to May 18, 2024, with free admission and parking.

Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport unveils plans for a new art installation by Kipp Kobayashi to grace Terminal 1, enhancing the travel experience.

The Fort Worth Stock Show & Rodeo is merging cowboy culture with young art through workshops and contests, fostering interest in western artistic traditions.

A giant troll sculpture by Danish artist Thomas Dambo is coming to Austin's Pease Park, made from recycled materials and funded by the Tejemos Foundation.

The Huntington Beach Art Center is hosting its annual Centered on the Center exhibition from January 27 to March 16, featuring 200 artists across various mediums.

Lily Gladstone has received a groundbreaking Oscar nomination for Best Actress, a first for a Native American. The Mountlake Terrace High School grad's performance in "Killers of the Flower Moon" is both a career highlight and a significant moment for Indigenous actors in film.

Actor Rainn Wilson received a touching note from a fan while at Portland International Airport, expressing gratitude for how "The Office" helped her through tough times. Wilson shared his appreciation on social media.