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Details: Written by The Skanner News; Published: 17 August 2023

On Sunday, August 27 the Hawthorne Bridge will be closed to all motorized vehicles, pedestrians and cyclists from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. for maintenance work.

Details: Written by The Skanner News; Published: 16 August 2023

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Artists Repertory Theatre (ART) has made the difficult but necessary decision to suspend production of our 2023-24 season as planned.

Details: Written by The Skanner News; Published: 15 August 2023

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The organization’s focus is to advocate, educate and connect African American businesses to available resources. During National Black Business Month, the chamber will launch on Aug. 20, 11 a.m. at Hotel Interurban with keynote speaker Frank Boykin

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Details: Written by The Skanner News; Published: 15 August 2023

This year’s theme is “Believe in Portland” to inspire everyday Portlanders to come together to believe in the greatness of the city.

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Details: Written by The Skanner News; Published: 10 August 2023

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$10 e-gift card for donors in August

Details: Written by The Skanner News; Published: 08 August 2023

Martin Luther King Jr. march on Washington

Reflects Historic Role the Black Church has Played in Civil Rights Movement

Details: Written by The Skanner News; Published: 08 August 2023

Burnside Bridge

Funding made available through lottery revenue bonds

Details: Written by The Skanner News; Published: 07 August 2023

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On Sept. 8-10, 2023, doulas of color will gather from across nation to attend the Second Annual SMC Doula Conference at the DoubleTree by Hilton Portland

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Details: Written by The Skanner News; Published: 03 August 2023

Cinnamon & Honey Fried Chicken (Photo courtesy of Salt & Straw)

Cinnamon & Honey Fried Chicken ice cream is made with Ezell’s Famous Chicken, which Oprah claims is her favorite fried chicken

Details: Written by The Skanner News; Published: 02 August 2023

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Organizers host “Describing Love in Action” virtual panel on Aug. 9

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