Discover why Amateur Radio Operators are considered a vital link to keeping Portland functioning, even if all other lines of communication are down, as they get ready for ‘the big one’. And, check out links to the City’s websites providing loads of FREE emergency preparedness information …

Find out who else was honored at their annual Award and Donor Breakfast – and why they were singled out for praise …

Read this, and you’ll discover why a fraternal organization keeps supporting education in the northern portion of outer East Portland …

Take a look at some of the nearly 100 creatures that slithered into town for this annual event – but only if you like creepy-crawly-scaly living things …

See scallywags learning about the importance of Portland’s groundwater system – at this fun pirate-themed event, held in outer East Portland …

See why, if you’ve moved since you’ve last voted – or if you haven’t voted in a while – now is the time to take action to make sure you can vote in November. Here’s why it’s critically important that you do vote …

See how many pounds of drugs were turned in at the most recent event – and find out why cops say events like these are vitally important to our community – especially for our youth …

Discover why this colorful, joyful event is almost as important as is Chinese New Year to local people of many Asian cultures …

Find out why this Portland-based company brought a show with everything – including a golden eagle – to help folks learn more about how electricity can be generated from the blowing wind …

You’ll be surprised to discover how many different events are taking place at this “hidden gem” of outer East Portland. Here’s just one of ’em …

Check in, and see why so many people stayed up all night to help out the American Cancer Society – by participating in the 2010 Relay for Life …

Find out why federal, county, and city politicians gathered at the dedication of a new facility in outer East Portland …