Portland Residents Sleep Less: Here's Why and How to Fix It
From late-night screen habits to housing stress, the reasons behind the city's deepening sleep crisis are piling up — and so are the fixes.
Wellness3 July 20263 min read
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Mossy Logic: Portland's Pearl District AI Startup Solves Supply Chain Problems
A two-year-old company tucked above a coffee roaster on NW 13th Avenue is quietly rewriting how mid-size manufacturers handle supply chain disruptions — and investors are paying attention.
3 July 20263 min read
Portland's Top Healthy Cafes and Restaurants, Vetted by Nutritionists
From Northeast Alberta Street to the Pearl District, dietitians are pointing hungry Portlanders toward spots that actually back their menus with real nutrition.
Wellness3 July 20263 min read
Portland's Economy in July 2026: What Every Resident Needs to Know Right Now
From rising rents in the Pearl District to a tightening job market in East Portland, here is the ground-level picture for consumers heading into the second half of the year.
Business3 July 20263 min read
Three breaths to calm: the science-backed techniques Portland practitioners swear by for instant stress relief
When your day goes sideways on the Hawthorne Bridge at 5 p.m., the fastest reset isn't a pill or a podcast — it's already in your lungs.
Wellness3 July 20263 min read
Pearl District Founder Turns Vacant Warehouse Into Portland's Hottest Manufacturing Hub
Tanya Osei's Ironside Collective is pulling 200 jobs into Northwest Portland and rewriting what small-batch manufacturing looks like in 2026.
Business3 July 20263 min read
Portland Officials and Experts Weigh In on Housing Crunch, Heat Safety, and a Shaky Downtown Recovery
From City Hall to the Pearl District, the voices shaping Portland's summer agenda are sounding urgent alarms — and a few cautious notes of optimism.
News3 July 20264 min read
Portland Holds Its Own Against Heat, Housing Costs, and European-Style Pressures — But Not Without Strain
As European capitals reel from record heatwaves and security threats reshape urban life worldwide, Portland's July is proving to be its own stress test.
News3 July 20263 min read
Pearl District Fermentation Company Puts Portland on the Craft Food Map
How one local entrepreneur is turning a two-person pickle operation into a regional food-manufacturing force — and hiring along the way.
Business3 July 20263 min read
The Hidden Nature Walks Locals Love But Tourists Miss
While visitors flock to Tom McCall Waterfront Park, Portland's most devoted trail runners and morning walkers are quietly claiming green corridors most people drive right past.
Wellness3 July 20263 min read
Portland's Neighborhoods Are Doubling Down on Local—Here's Where the Real Community Life Is Happening
As summer settles in, the city's most vibrant districts are showing what draws people to stay: genuine connections, independent businesses, and spaces built by residents for residents.
3 July 20263 min read
Portland's Cultural Reckoning: How Artists Are Building Community From Crisis
As global instability reshapes how people gather, local creators are reimagining what public art means—and who gets a seat at the table.
3 July 20263 min read
Portland Summer 2026: A Realistic Guide to Dining, Drinking and Shopping Without Breaking the Bank
Heat waves and inflation are reshaping how locals eat and shop this season—here's what you actually need to know before heading out.
3 July 20263 min read
Portland's Food and Drink Scene Gets a Major Refresh—Here's What Changed and Why Locals Are Thrilled
New venues, ingredient obsession, and a focus on seasonal dining are transforming how Portlanders eat, drink, and shop this summer.
3 July 20263 min read
Summer Heat Wave Has Portland's Culture Scene Firing on All Cylinders—Here's Your Complete Guide to the Best Local Experiences Right Now
From outdoor cinema to gallery openings and live music across the city, July offers a packed calendar of arts events that showcase why Portland remains a creative powerhouse.
3 July 20263 min read
Portland's Coffee Culture Sets It Apart: A City Where Every Cup Tells a Different Story
While global cities chase trends, Portland's specialty coffee scene remains rooted in direct relationships with farmers and a stubborn resistance to corporate uniformity.
3 July 20263 min read
Pedal Without Fear: Portland's Best Cycling Routes Safe for Families and Beginners
From the East Bank Esplanade to Forest Park's fire lanes, here's where Portland's newest cyclists should actually start.
Wellness3 July 20264 min read
The Sleep Environment Checklist for Better Rest
Portland's wellness-savvy residents are overhauling their bedrooms — here's what the science says actually moves the needle on sleep quality.
Wellness3 July 20264 min read