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Cambrie Juarez

Senior City Editor

Cambrie is a born-and-raised Oregonian who worked at a Portland TV news station before helping launch PDXtoday in December 2021. She loves horseback riding, burying her nose in a fantasy book, traveling near and far + finding a good chai tea latte.

A large elm tree with bare branches towers over a five-story brick building in downtown Portland in winter.
Travel and Outdoors
154-year-old elm tree in downtown Portland to be cut down
The elm tree, officially known as Heritage Tree #1, sustained major damage last winter.
July 25, 2024
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Cambrie Juarez
A person holds a glass of yellow colored liquid. Designs on the front of the glass read "SOMA Kombucha taprooms."
Food
The ‘world’s healthiest kombucha’ is brewed in Portland
SOMA Kombucha is marketed as having higher concentrations of naturally occurring probiotics and nutrients than other kombucha brands.
July 23, 2024
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Cambrie Juarez
Small metal cups hold an assortment of school supplies, including colored pencils, scissors, paintbrushes, and rulers.
Culture
Help local teachers stock their classrooms with school supplies
Teachers are the unsung heroes of our community. Show your support by sharing a local teacher’s supplies wishlist ahead of the 2024-2025 school year.
July 23, 2024
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Nicholas Caballero
Dozens of people stand in an outdoor plaza wearing eye-catching sneakers.
Events
Sneaker Week 2024 will kick off with 3 days of workshops, demos, performances
The annual festivities give sneaker enthusiasts the chance to brush shoulders with creatives and leaders in the footwear industry.
July 19, 2024
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Cambrie Juarez
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Events
The Sports Bra winds up for 3rd annual Pride Block Party
The Northeast Portland pub that only shows women’s athletics has a stacked lineup of activities.
July 17, 2024
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Cambrie Juarez
Two men and two women are seated at a table in a restaurant with plates of food in front of them. They're smiling at the camera.
Culture
Would you eat dinner with 5 strangers? Timeleft wants to help you make friends in Portland
The app uses an algorithm to match like-minded locals and arranges meet-ups at restaurants of its choosing.
July 17, 2024
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Cambrie Juarez
Hundreds of people on blankets and lawn chairs gather on a sloping field under the large gothic arches of the St. Johns Bridge.
Events
44th Cathedral Park Jazz Festival returns with free concerts for all
Local blues and jazz musicians will perform beneath the iconic St. Johns Bridge.
July 15, 2024
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Cambrie Juarez
People on bikes ride past industrial buildings with brightly colored murals painted on their street-facing facades.
Culture
New ‘Avenue of Murals’ paints Central Eastside’s culture, history in vivid color
Eighteen murals installed under bridges join the Central Eastside Industrial District’s rich tapestry of public art.
July 11, 2024
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Cambrie Juarez
Standing on a sidewalk, looking toward a two-story library. Most of the exterior is covered with green corrugated metal and exposed timber beams support a front awning. Trees and landscaping decorate the outer edges. A sign at the corner reads "Multnomah County Library."
City
Visit Holgate Library, Multnomah County’s 1st new, permanent library in over 10 years
Built on the site of the previous library, the new Holgate Library costs approx. $27 million and showcases community-driven features.
July 11, 2024
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Cambrie Juarez
A crowd of people face a small outdoor stage in the mountains on a summer day.
Travel and Outdoors
Summertime fun for all ages on Mount Hood
Hike, mountain bike, disc golf, and more at these mountain resorts.
July 9, 2024
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Cambrie Juarez
The Olympic rings outside a white stone building in Paris.
Sports
Dreaming of gold: Olympians with ties to Portland competing in the Paris 2024 Olympics
The Rose City is well represented on the world stage at the Paris 2024 Summer Olympics — these are some locals to watch.
July 9, 2024
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Cambrie Juarez
People gather and dance in a city street in front of a small stage shaded by a white sail as musicians play and clap.
Events
Music on Main brings free outdoor concerts to downtown Portland
All ages are invited to enjoy the weekly shows near the Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall.
July 5, 2024
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Cambrie Juarez
Fireworks explode over a river as crowds of people look on. An orange glow lights up the city and a bridge.
Events
Fourth of July celebrations in Portland
Whether you’re more of a picnic or a rodeo person, there are plenty of ways to celebrate Independence Day in and around the City of Roses.
July 2, 2024
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Cambrie Juarez
Police officers on brown horses ride in a parade.
City
Police officers once patrolled Portland’s streets on horseback
The Portland Police Bureau had an on-again, off-again relationship with its mounted patrol unit.
July 1, 2024
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Cambrie Juarez
People sit on the upper levels of a sprawling concrete fountain as water flows over its many ledges.
City
Portland decades: the 1970s
Activism, music, a quickly changing urban landscape, and the rise of adult stores marked Portland’s “Me Decade.”
July 1, 2024
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Cambrie Juarez
An open hand holds three painted rocks with the words "Love Hard."
Culture
Portland pursuits: Hiding painted rocks ‘adds beauty, kindness, and joy’
Rock painting is a budget-friendly activity, fun for all ages, and encourages community.
June 27, 2024
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Cambrie Juarez
Magenta- and pink-colored flowers bloom on long stems.
Travel and Outdoors
Metro helps 2 PNW wildflowers recover from threatened status
Golden paintbrush and Nelson’s checker-mallow were recently removed from the Endangered Species Act.
June 27, 2024
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Cambrie Juarez
A luxury picnic setup in a lavender field with a low wooden table, plates, drinks, pillows, and an umbrella on a sunny day.
Food
Plan a perfect Portland picnic
From snack shopping to location scouting, we’ve got you covered when you need a break from your backyard.
June 25, 2024
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Cambrie Juarez
A black-and-white image showing five women in an art gallery. Three of the women stand next to a folded screen made by Jay Backstrand.
Culture
Oregon Historical Society to showcase Arlene Schnitzer’s legacy to the arts
The two-part exhibition will feature works collected by the philanthropist and arts patron and her son.
June 25, 2024
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Cambrie Juarez
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Green means go to these parks in Portland
We’re highlighting the best parks that our city and it surroundings have to offer — complete with roses, fountains, forests, and sports fields.
June 24, 2024
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Cambrie Juarez
Cover art from the book "Piranesi" featuring a faun playing a flute.
Culture
Hillsboro’s LAIKA Studios to adapt best-selling fantasy novel
The award-winning stop-motion animation studio bought the rights to “Piranesi” by Susanna Clarke.
June 21, 2024
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Cambrie Juarez
A Victorian-style house painted blue with white trim featuring a balcony-topped turret overlooks several freeway lanes next to the Willamette River.
Real Estate
Step inside Portland’s historic Johan Poulsen House
The iconic house is a textbook example of local Queen Anne architecture and a familiar landmark for commuters.
June 21, 2024
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Cambrie Juarez
Two people sit on the floor bending their left legs over their right legs, stretching their body toward the right of the photo. The yoga studio has soft window light coming in, with a gray background where a plant can be seen.
Live
Flow at these Portland yoga studios
Check out these 15 yoga studios around the City of Roses offering sweat-fueled workouts, restorative meditation, and more.
June 21, 2024
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Cambrie Juarez
Three people walk in the middle of a downtown roadway that's closed to traffic. Restaurant diners are seated outside on either side.
Food
McMinnville’s outdoor dining series returns for the summer
MacFresco! showcases 41+ businesses in a pedestrian-friendly setting.
June 19, 2024
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Cambrie Juarez
Two people run through the water jets at Salmon Street Springs Fountain in downtown Portland's Waterfront Park. It's a sunny day with blue sky and green-leafed trees in the background.
City
Cool off at these pools, splash pads, and fountains in Portland
Interactive fountains and splash pads offer swim-free aquatic fun, while outdoor pools can help the whole family burn off extra energy while beating the heat.
June 19, 2024
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Cambrie Juarez
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City
Decode the code: Electric vehicle charging on residential properties
Thinking about getting an electric vehicle? Get the 411 on installing a charging port at your home.
June 17, 2024
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Kate Mazade
This photo of a curb outside of a home shows three tall waste bins, one is black, one is green, and one is blue, and a short yellow bin with a recycling emblem. A graphic over the yellow bin shows a one-quart bag containing various types of batteries.
City
City of Portland rolls out curbside battery recycling service for some residents
Bagged batteries can be set out with the yellow glass recycling bin.
June 17, 2024
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Cambrie Juarez
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Culture
Honor Juneteenth in Portland at these events
From soul food to a painting class, check out these local Juneteenth events.
June 13, 2024
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Sarah Leonhardt
An American Red Cross sign along a cement ramp up to a building entrance on a sunny day.
Wellness
How to donate blood in Portland
Donating blood is an effective way to give back to the community. Here’s what to know to make a donation in Portland.
June 13, 2024
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Cambrie Juarez
Small white game tiles with markings in shades of blue, red, and green jumbled on a green felt tabletop.
Culture
Where to play mahjong around Portland
The popular parlor game is sweeping the country — get the 411 on local clubs, classes, and events.
June 11, 2024
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Kate Mazade
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