As a career multitasker and project juggler who loves the written word, I am always writing.
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Social Justice
From ‘white by design’ to Black Lives Matter: A look at Oregon’s history with race
As protests surrounding the murder of George Floyd continue, an examination of 200 years of race, racism and protest in Portland
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.
Girl Scouts reconnecting daughters with incarcerated mothers
A look inside a program focused on the mental health and well-being of girls with mothers who are currently incarcerated.
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
From ‘white by design’ to Black Lives Matter: A look at Oregon’s history with race
As protests surrounding the murder of George Floyd continue, an examination of 200 years of race, racism and protest in Portland
🎧 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
🎧 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.
🎧 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
Feature & Long-Form Reporting
🎧 Gone at Christmas: The Martin Family Mystery
In 1958 a well-known Portland family went on a drive one December Sunday in the Columbia River Gorge and never returned
🎧 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.
🎧 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
Public Affairs
From ‘white by design’ to Black Lives Matter: A look at Oregon’s history with race
As protests surrounding the murder of George Floyd continue, an examination of 200 years of race, racism and protest in Portland
Why a major player in fighting homelessness changed its name
Leaders from Keys to Change and Key Campus discuss the rebranding of the Human Services Campus
Jeff Bezos fund backs UMOM to the tune of $5 million
Phoenix-based homeless advocacy organization received a large grant from the Bezos Day 1 Families Fund to help its mission
General News
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
Say it ain’t so! Timbers Diego Valeri headed out of Portland
The Portland Timbers announce star Diego Valeri is leaving the team and Major League Soccer
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.
Systemic racism and the rise of syphilis
Oregon sees a spike in syphilis in newborns as access to prenatal care continues to be reduced
🎧 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