Find out who was awarded thousands of scholarship dollars, and why these funds are so important to the graduates. And, find out why the Parkrose Posse is “riding again” to put on one more ‘Barn Bash’ this weekend …

Don’t pitch your deposit-return bottles and cans after your holiday celebration. Here’s where to take them – to help support Parkrose school programs …

If you, or your kids, have enjoyed the movies or C.S. Lewis’ beloved fictional books – see why you should plan to take in this special OMSI featured exhibit this summer …

See where this top-notch facility will be constructed this summer, and find out who’s behind the effort to bring these playing fields to outer East Portland …

Another ‘first’ for the school is another ‘last’ – now that they’ve been shut down. It was a first to be awarded for helping to clean and improve an important outer East Portland waterway. See who presented the award, and why they received it …

Here’s another community resource fading into oblivion, now that Marshall High School has been closed – forever …

The word most commonly used to describe this event by those who attended it was “bittersweet”. See what we found, when we visited the last “homecoming” in the John Marshall High School in the Lents Neighborhood …

From the unveiling of the Portland Immigrant Statue, to the return of the famed ‘Barn Bash’ barbecue dinner, and a parade – see how our Parkrose businesspeople are pulling out all the stops, as they celebrate 100 years of community …

Discover how this annual Leach Botanical Garden event delights – and educates – kids of all ages …

It’s amazing to have seen who delivered the good news about academic achievements made at the school this year! And, it’s true – David Douglas Schools won a GRAMMY Award! Get all the facts, read the in-depth interviews and see all the great photos, right here …

See how the performers in this lively, colorful family production, based on the famous movie, brings this tale to life – with song, dance, and amazing special effects. It’s now playing, this weekend and next …

Find out who took the honors – and see their photos, along with their school’s staff – at an event to which we look forward every year …