Culture

Trends. Beliefs. Lifestyles.

Sally McCallum, originally from Wyoming, was first introduced to guns by her father when she was four years old. She hasn’t stopped using them since.

Women Behind the Barrel

A growing number of women are buying guns for protection and sport. Continue reading →

Sam Rushford takes a moment to reflect on his cross-country journey so far at the Northwest Portland International hostel. Rushford left his job at the Universtity of North Carolina to live with his brother in Seattle.

Wanderlust

Three men experience the gains and losses of living nomadically. Continue reading →

When Kindness is Contagious

A little compassion is all it takes to start a cultural movement. Continue reading →

Clothing Optional; Open Mind Required

Oregon nudist resorts fight social stigma while promoting a healthy self-image. Continue reading →

Larko described the difficulty of matching separate beats and balancing different levels while simultaneously playing two records.

The Record Revival

How vinyl albums recovered from obsolescence in a digital world. Continue reading →

Programming a Community

Computer programmers and software developers in Portland have carved out a unique subculture all its own. Continue reading →

A Home Between Cultures

One organization provides support, services, and hope for African refugee families who have relocated to Portland’s growing African community. Continue reading →

Connecting Past Differences

Strong bonds between a girl with Down syndrome and her big little sister. Continue reading →

Sponsoring a New Future

As many ex-offenders struggle to re-enter society, one rehabilitation programs exists to make the transition smoother. Continue reading →

Learning Without Sound

Deaf and hard-of-hearing students struggle to fit into mainstream schools. Continue reading →