Portland Monthly’s Shaky Future, Our 911 Dispatchers Among Best in World, and Free Stuff To Do
We're talking about what the sale of Portland Monthly means for local news coverage and the people working there, how our city's 911 dispatchers are being recognized internationally, and some fun free ways to enjoy Portland — and maybe even meet some new people this month. Joining City Cast Portland host Claudia Meza are food and drink reporter Alex Frane and Willamette Week arts and culture reporter Rachel Saslow.
Discussed in today's episode:
- Hour Media Purchases Portland Monthly Magazine [Willamette Week]
- Portland 911 dispatchers weathered a crisis — now, they're among the best in the world [KGW]
- 22 Free Ways to Connect with Your Fellow Portlanders [Portland Monthly]
- 20 Ways to Make a Difference in Portland [Portland Monthly]
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