Find out why this OSU instructor teaches about the shrubs loved by birds, bees – and bugs …

Here’s why you should buy your “safe and sane” fireworks at SE 122nd Avenue and Division Street this year …

Here’s a story you won’t see anywhere else: Discover why many of these student musicians were playing downtown – at a renowned jazz club …

See outer East Portland academy students ‘ace’ their Sellwood Bridge model – and presentation – to Multnomah County Board of Commissioners …

See how the Parkrose High School music program will benefit from a fundraising project created by Gateway-area business people …

If you haven’t voted – it may be too late to mail in your ballot to be counted on May 15, but you can still vote. Here’s a guide to what the candidates have said when visiting outer East Portland – and, vital information about where you can take your ballot to drop it off …

See which students attending Parkrose School District middle and elementary schools were honored for their academic and social excellence in 2012 …

See why everyone in the family will find this lively, colorful production of Sleeping Beauty lots of fun …

Find out why they say this bond won’t raise property taxes from their current level – yet still will provide much-needed improvements to schools …

Discover where folks interested in adopting a healthier lifestyle were congregating, to learn more about pedestrian and bike transportation options …

It took almost all night to reach a tentative agreement – but it looks as if a settlement has indeed been reached …

Enjoy this preview of what looks to be a really fun show for the whole family …