Greg McKelvey, Battle Ground High's band director, is named grand marshal for the Portland Rose Festival's Grand Floral Parade, honoring his impact on music education.

Clackamas Community College in Oregon City to host Indigenous Peoples’ Day on Oct. 13 with food, music, and storytelling, free to the public at Environmental Learning Center.

Clackamas County's Coordinated Housing Access (CHA) program aids those facing housing insecurity, having helped over 12,000 people in 2023 with direct daily support and a focus on homelessness diversion.

Portland's East neighborhoods will host a 7.5-mile community bike ride on May 29, 2024, featuring parks and new paths, free for all interested cyclists.

Public testimonies in Multnomah County support funding for social programs including housing, refugee aid, and youth services ahead of budget adoption.

Oregon officials have formed a workgroup to devise a long-term plan for wildfire prevention and funding, meeting in June with diverse stakeholders involved.

The Portland City Council approved a $140 million investment over five years to aid 3,000 homes with housing costs, targeting energy efficiency and reducing greenhouse gas emissions.

Hillsboro residents may vote again on fluoride in their water, with a potential 2024 ballot measure proposing a concentration of 0.7 milligrams per liter, as recommended by health authorities.

Portland Police held a ceremony at Waterfront Park to honor officers killed in the line of duty with tributes, a 21-gun salute, and a water display by firefighters.

A German Shepherd named Burton has been sworn in as Multnomah County Sheriff's Office comfort dog, to help reduce stress during crises and community events.

The Portland Housing Bureau is applying for a HUD grant to improve housing and urban development, inviting public input on the application posted on its website.

The Oregon State Fire Marshal has launched a $3 million initiative for wildfire risk reduction, offering grants to fund projects safeguarding homes and infrastructure against fires.

A new comfort dog named Burton has joined the Multnomah County Sheriff's Office to aid in relieving stress for community members and first responders.