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Details: Written by The Skanner News; Published: 04 October 2022

Smithsonian’s National Museum of African American History and Culture (

Museum will also highlight stories of LGBTQIA+ African Americans (and allies) for LGBT History Month

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Details: Written by The Skanner News; Published: 04 October 2022

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The Morrison Bridge will close on October 14-17 and October 21-24 starting at 10 p.m. Friday to 5 a.m. Monday.

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Details: Written by The Skanner News; Published: 04 October 2022

Lessons are still available at other community centers.

Details: Written by The Skanner News; Published: 03 October 2022

Kymberly Horner, PCRI Executive Director

The Harvest Festival Fun(d)Raiser is open to the public and will take place on Saturday, October 15, from 12-5 p.m. at the Historic Overlook House.

Details: Written by The Skanner News; Published: 30 September 2022

Chloe Arnold’s Syncopated Ladies will

On Oct. 5, Chloe Arnold’s Syncopated Ladies will raise the roof of Linfield University’s Richard and Lucille Ice Auditorium.

Details: Written by The Skanner News; Published: 30 September 2022

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The Portland Marathon on Sunday, October 2 will impact traffic on several Willamette River bridges maintained by Multnomah County.

Details: Written by Associated Press; Published: 29 September 2022

Civil rights attorneys are paying close attention because the outcome could answer questions about the potential liability the city faces over similar cases

Details: Written by The Skanner News; Published: 28 September 2022

The King County Council approved legislation that will create a new community-based Stop Hate Hotline and online portal, expanding reporting access to victims of hate crimes.

Details: Written by The Skanner News; Published: 27 September 2022

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Effective October 1, a Landlord will be able to resume use of a 72-hour notice or 144-hour notice when issuing a termination notice for nonpayment of rent.

Details: Written by The Skanner News; Published: 26 September 2022

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