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Details: Written by The Skanner News; Published: 20 April 2022

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The funding will support the construction of the organization’s planned new Metro Eastside facility, La Plaza Esperanza

Details: Written by The Skanner News; Published: 19 April 2022

Free online event to be held April 30

Details: Written by The Skanner News; Published: 19 April 2022

Senate Bill 819 may help some struggling with consequences of a felony history

Details: Written by FBI Oregon; Published: 18 April 2022

Adults posing as young girls coerce teenage boys through social media to produce sexual images and videos, then extort money from them.

Details: Written by The Skanner News; Published: 18 April 2022

The Farwest Virtual Stop of “Delta Authors on Tour: Voices Beyond the Pages” highlights 11 minority women authors

Details: Written by The Skanner News; Published: 18 April 2022

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Fick takes over as Meyer marks its 40th anniversary with a new justice-centered mission

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Details: Written by The Skanner News; Published: 15 April 2022

The Genealogical Forum of Oregon’s (GFO) African American Special Interest Group presents “Breaking Down Brick Walls With Collaboration” at its April meeting Saturday, April 16, from noon to 2 p.m.

Details: Written by The Skanner News; Published: 13 April 2022

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A wide range of recreation opportunities are available for children and adults including swim lessons, rock climbing, dance classes, and more!

Details: Written by The Skanner News; Published: 13 April 2022

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Tune into Multnomah County Chair Deborah Kafoury’s live streamed State of the County address

Details: Written by The Skanner News; Published: 12 April 2022

According to the mayor, prioritization will be given to Portland’s BIPOC communities

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An accomplished Air Force pilot, Dwight was groomed by John F. Kennedy's White House to be the first Black astronaut. But in training, he faced discrimination that detoured his path.
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U.S. Representative for Oregon has held his seat for nearly 30 years.
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