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Portland's Big Weekend Parade Tradition Returns

May 31, 2026

This weekend, Portland will host one of its most popular family events—the Junior Parade, now moved to the weekend to draw bigger crowds. Instead of its usual midweek slot during the school year, the parade starts at noon on Saturday, giving more people a chance to join in. The route runs along Sand

lifestyle

From Prison to Pastries: A Second Chance Story

May 31, 2026

Casey Vanderhoef spent nearly two decades in restaurants before prison changed his path. While behind bars, he turned to cooking classes and business training, dreaming up a doughnut shop. But moving to a halfway house in Ogden came with a catch—no deep fryers meant no doughnuts. So he switched gear

health

What really matters in celebrity wellness tips

May 31, 2026

Experts say many celebrity health routines are just flashy trends with little proof. Yoga, though, is one habit with strong science behind it. A study showed people were three times more likely to recover from depression if they practiced yoga regularly. That’s a much bigger impact than most wellnes

politics

Senator Barrasso gets big award for long work in public service

May 31, 2026

John Barrasso stands out in Washington because his career started far from politics. Before becoming a senator, he spent years helping patients as an orthopedic surgeon and even worked as a rodeo doctor. These experiences shaped how he approaches problems later in government. He was born into a work

environment

Small towns lead the way in solving water shortages

May 31, 2026

In Washington state, small towns like Lynden often set the example for big solutions. Located near the Canadian border, this farming community depends on the Nooksack River for water. But climate change is making summers drier, with less snow and rain to feed the river. The mayor recently pointed ou

entertainment

Small screen, big stakes: Inside the hype for golf’s wildest creator showdown

May 31, 2026

A green prop box just landed on a golf creator’s doorstep with “YOU ARE INVITED” stamped across an old-school keyboard. That’s the first clue that the second season of the Internet Invitational is on its way, and this time the prize money isn’t just bigger—it’s quadrupled to four million dollars. Co

sports

Baseball’s Surprises: A Win, a Title Near, and MLB’s Wild Day

May 31, 2026

Pitching can make or break a baseball game, especially in the NCAA tournament where one standout performance can change everything. Washington State’s Nick Lewis proved that Friday night in Oregon, tossing 103 pitches in damp conditions to shut down Oregon State. His 3-2 victory was a rare bright sp

weather

Minnesota enjoys a weekend of summer warmth before rain returns

May 31, 2026

The weekend in Minnesota is shaping up to feel like July rather than late spring, with temperatures climbing well above normal across most of the state. While the north shore cities like Duluth and Grand Marais stay cooler thanks to breezes off Lake Superior, most areas will see highs in the 80s by

politics

How to Make Your Voice Count Beyond Voting

May 31, 2026

Democracy isn’t just about casting a ballot once a year. It’s about showing up, staying informed, and making sure leaders know what matters to regular people. Many citizens don’t realize they can do more than vote—they can meet local officials in person, ask questions, and push for policies that pro

celebrities

The Changing Faces of Today's Celebrity Kids

May 31, 2026

For quite some time now, the lives of children born into fame have been a topic of curiosity. Max and Emme, born in early 2008 to Jennifer Lopez, have grown up under constant public gaze. Their start in life was unusually fast-tracked—their parents announced the pregnancy to thousands during a live