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Portland is trying to make it easier for qualified people to get free air conditioners
The Portland Clean Energy Fund is partnering with PDX 311 to expand outreach for its free air-conditioning program.

Oregon Legislature greenlights federal summer food program for income-eligible kids
Oregon is set to participate in a new federal summer food program that could benefit nearly 300,000 kids across the state.

Catch lumberjacks and buckin’ broncos at the Oregon State Fair
The 156th Oregon State Fair in Salem kicked off Friday with a full schedule of magic shows, acrobats and fried treats, running up to Labor Day.
Northwest meteorologists recommend using heat wave to prepare for hot summer weather in Oregon
The National Weather Service has issued a special weather statement as the several areas of Oregon will see temperatures in the 90s on Saturday, Sunday and Monday.

Portland opens thousands of summer program slots to extend learning, prevent violence
The programs will be hosted by local organizations but funded by Portland Public Schools.

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Creative Rafts Of Portland’s 2018 Big Float
What do a unicorn, diamond ring and an avocado all have in common? They were among the thousands of colorful and eclectic rafts seen at Portland's 2018 Big Float.

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Hut-To-Hut Biking On Mount Hood
The Cascade Huts are 256-square foot green, metal structures along the Mount Hood bike loop.

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How To Hike From Portland To The Oregon Coast
Jim Thayer wanted an accessible trail through the Coastal Range that avoided highways and stayed on public land.

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Counting Mountain Goats On Mount St. Helens
Prior to the eruption of Mount St. Helens, few people realized there were mountain goats living in the area. A recent survey shows they are thriving in the region.

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Skip The Drama, Backpack With A Llama In Oregon
Llama backpacking is popular among Oregonians who don't want to carry a heavy pack on the trail.