Census data reveals Portland's surprisingly low rodent infestation

Portland Business Journal 2/7 6:29A Brandon Sawyer

Recently released Census data sheds light on rodent populations across the U.S., with some surprising findings for Portland-area counties.

The Best Bang for Your Buck Events in Portland This Weekend: Feb 7–9, 2025

Portland Mercury 2/7 5:59A EverOut Staff

Portland Winter Light Festival, Black Mystery Month, and More Cheap & Easy Events Under $15 by EverOut Staff Super Bowl Sunday and the accompanying Kendrick Lamar (feat. SZA) concert are this weekend, but there's plenty else to do whether or not...

Good Morning, News: Trump Administration Judge-Blocks and Take-Backs, Elon Musk's Creepy 22 Year...

Portland Mercury 2/7 5:10A Suzette Smith

She is vibes. by Suzette Smith If you appreciate the  Mercury 's  interesting and useful news & culture reporting , consider making  a smal l monthly contribution  to support our editorial team.  Your donation is tax-deductible.   Good Morning,...

Editor's Notebook: Human Access Project opens the Willamette in Portland

Portland Business Journal 2/7 4:08A Andy Giegerich

Willie Levenson on getting Portlanders to dip their toes in the river.

Portland Thorns, WNBA team announce $150M practice facility

Portland Business Journal 2/6 1:00A

The teams' owner RAJ Sports said the facility will be located in Hillsboro and will be the first in professional women's sports to serve two franchises.

Thinking about relocating in 2025? Explore ESCO’s case for sticking with downtown Portland

Portland Business Journal 2/5 8:00P ESCO, a Division of Weir

Location is everything. The right spot can be the game-changer your organization needs to thrive, while a poor location can end up costing you more in the long run. Even with businesses making an exit from downtown Portland, others are...

Intel's Oregon workforce fell by 13% in 2024

Portland Business Journal 2/5 9:18A Pete Danko

Intel told the Business Journal it employs 20,221 people in the Portland metro area.

E Pluribus Unum

Portland Mercury 2/5 8:14A Anonymous

by Anonymous “Out of many, one.” Or so the phrase goes. You can find it on the Great Seal of the United States. It has been the unofficial motto of this country since the 1780s. Please note that the motto has thirteen letters, emblematic of the...

Celebrate Valentine's Day 2025 at These Lovely Portland Events

Portland Mercury 2/5 5:46A EverOut Staff

Dance Parties, Date Nights, and More by EverOut Staff Whether you’re celebrating romantic, platonic, or familial love this Valentine’s Day this year, we’ve got notes on where to grab gifts for your sweetie, where to have a spicy date night, and...

NW Materials Show returns to Portland for 30th year

Portland Business Journal 2/5 4:01A Demi Lawrence

Technological advances like AI will top of mind for material makers and corporate employees at next week's NW Materials Show.

Good Morning, News: New Seasons Strike Continues, Portland Architecture Inspires (For Real!), and A...

Portland Mercury 2/5 4:00A Taylor Griggs

by Taylor Griggs If you’re reading this, you probably know the value of the Mercury’s news reporting, arts and culture coverage, event calendar, and the bevy of events we host throughout the year. The work we do helps our city shine, but we can’t...

Portland public company has second prospective buyer after acquisition agreement

Portland Business Journal 2/4 3:58A Christopher Bjorke

Vacasa agreed to be acquired by Phoenix-based Casago a month ago.

Where to Eat for Valentine's Day 2025 in Portland

Portland Mercury 2/2 6:04A EverOut Staff

CBD Doughnuts, Taylor Swift-Themed Menus, and More by EverOut Staff Whatever your Valentine's Day plans may be, we've gathered a slew of swoon-worthy options around town, from Doe Donuts ' CBD raspberry rosemary doughnut to Taylor Swift-themed...

YOUR SUNDAY READING LIST: Not-So Affordable Housing, Slamming Steaks, and All You Ever Wanted to...

Portland Mercury 2/2 3:44A Wm. Steven Humphrey

by Wm. Steven Humphrey GOOD MORNING, SUNDAY! It's the perfect time to catch up on some of the great reporting and stories the Mercury churned out this week! (PRO TIP: If you despise being "the last to know," then be one of the first to know by...

The Best Things To Do in Portland This Month: February 2025

Portland Mercury 2/1 6:00A EverOut Staff

Tyler, The Creator, Portland Winter Light Festival, and More by EverOut Staff February may be the shortest month of the year, but there's no shortage of exceptional things to do. In addition to big dates like Black History Month and Valentine's Day...