Episode Details

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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If you enjoyed our interview with Kat Applegarth, the Marketing & Communications Director of the International School of Portland, learn more here.

Learn more about the sponsors of this April 13th episode:

• Discover Newport
• OMSI
• Cascadia Getaways
• Cascadia Community Energy