As a career multitasker and project juggler who loves the written word, I am always writing.
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Social Justice
How Candelen is improving the quality of childcare
A look at the Kith and Kin project and how it provides training and support for a vital piece of the childcare puzzle
PetSmart’s push to address looming veterinarian shortage, diversify industry
National pet supply chain embarks on mission to remove major hurdles and get more veterinary offices open across the country
‘Huge piece of the puzzle’: Inside HSC’s Bridge Housing Program
In the battle against chronic homelessness, temporary housing offers only a brief respite.
Politics
City officials back move to rename NW Portland street in honor of Darcelle XV
Busy street in Northwest Portland could soon be renamed in honor of legendary drag queen
Tips to help teens cope with traumatic events
In a constant barrage of bad news, it is crucial for young minds to be prepared and be coached on how to cope with horrific headlines.
🎧 Campaign 2020: Extremism and the Election
As news of a plot to kidnap and kill a sitting U.S. Governor in the weeks leading up to the election continues to make headlines, noted political scientist Joe Lowndes returns to talk about the threat extremist groups could pose to Election Day
Climate
🎧 Climate in Crisis: Weather Extremism
Fire, ice, heat. Three distinct and deadly weather events in the Pacific Northwest that made headlines around the world. But, can we blame climate change, alone, for what happened?
Iconic ‘Ghost Tree’ at Bandon Dunes damaged in wind storm
Famous tree on Old Macdonald golf course may not survive storm damage
🎧 Santiam Canyon Firestorm: 30 Hours in Hell
Three experts come together for an in-depth look at the factors that combined to turn the Beachie Creek fire into a fatal firestorm on Labor Day Monday, 2020.
Feature & Long-Form Reporting
🎧 Climate in Crisis: Weather Extremism
Fire, ice, heat. Three distinct and deadly weather events in the Pacific Northwest that made headlines around the world. But, can we blame climate change, alone, for what happened?
🎧 The Andrew Sledd Story
A man mistakenly shot by police more than 30 years ago speaks out about his battle for justice and how he went from the streets of Chicago to a social justice advocate
Lasting lessons from a famous Thanksgiving dinner
How a cartoon character who premiered in the 1970s resonates today
Public Affairs
Cookie season confidence boost for local Girl Scouts
Girl Scouts of Arizona Cactus Pine Council’s Fast Pitch program gives scouts real-world practice in pitching to business leaders
‘Huge piece of the puzzle’: Inside HSC’s Bridge Housing Program
In the battle against chronic homelessness, temporary housing offers only a brief respite.
🎧 The Coronavirus Pandemic: 3… 2… 1… Contact!
The evidence is indisputable, contact tracing slows the spread of the disease. But, not a lot of people understand the history, application and concerns that come along with it
General News
Singer says she’s done performing at Providence Park until changes are made
Popular performer says team leadership is failing in the wake of multiple sexual misconduct investigations
Skyline Restaurant keeps the burgers coming
Iconic drive-in diner has been serving Portlanders by the thousands every year for the past seven decades
Walter Cole, performer behind iconic drag queen Darcelle, dies at 92
The performer behind the iconic Portland drag queen Darcelle, has passed away at the age of 92
Medicine
Tips to help teens cope with traumatic events
In a constant barrage of bad news, it is crucial for young minds to be prepared and be coached on how to cope with horrific headlines.
🎧 The Coronavirus Pandemic: 3… 2… 1… Contact!
The evidence is indisputable, contact tracing slows the spread of the disease. But, not a lot of people understand the history, application and concerns that come along with it
🎧 The Coronavirus Pandemic: Developing a Vaccine
As the international race for a coronavirus vaccine rolls on, Doctor of Pharmacology Amber Buhler returns to talk about new tech, warp speed, when it might be available to the masses and who gets it first