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Details: Written by The Skanner News; Published: 18 October 2023

KCLS values Intellectual Freedom and believes that everyone has the freedom to read, listen to and view content of any kind within the law.

Details: Written by The Skanner News; Published: 18 October 2023

This funding opportunity will keep health equity, community strengths and community-led priorities at the forefront of public health work.

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

(Photo/ Marc Fanelli)

These “We See You” grants represent the commitment the Black Future Co-op Fund has to investing in Black-led nonprofits that play an essential role in advancing self-determination, connecting communities, and promoting civic discourse.

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

Dr. Megan Burger

Megan Burger, MD, from Oregon Health & Science University was awarded the Lung Cancer Discovery Award to study T cell function and better understand how these cells interact with lung cancer.

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

Entrepreneur, TV personality, and Howard alum, Yandy Smith-Harris

The free program held Tuesday, October 17 will also be livestreamed.

Details: Written by By BOTWC staff; Published: 10 October 2023

(Photo/ Brian Plrwin via Shutterstock)

The major moment came almost one week after the museum celebrated the 7th anniversary of its grand opening back on September 24, 2016.

Details: Written by The Skanner News; Published: 09 October 2023

New location offers essential library services and houses a small collection of books from the Black Resources Collection during construction closures

about-taxes

Details: Written by The Skanner News; Published: 09 October 2023

State confirms $5.61 billion in revenue surplus

Details: Written by The Skanner News; Published: 06 October 2023

Mandy Vance receives Oregon Teacher of the Year 2023-2024 (Photo/Jon Stanley with Oregon Lottery)

Oregon Trail School District educator surprised with state honor

Details: Written by The Skanner News; Published: 05 October 2023

(Photo/ Portland Parks & Recreation)

Tree giveaway and free activities Saturday, October 14, at North Portland’s McCoy Park

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