Dark Horse’s Final Chapter in Milwaukie | Portland News

From humble beginnings in his hometown of Milwaukie, Oregon, Mike Richardson turned a passion for comics into a global powerhouse—Dark Horse Comics. After 40 years building the company from the ground up, he was ousted by Embracer Group, leaving the future of Dark Horse uncertain. Yet Richardson’s legacy runs deep: he helped transform Milwaukie into a creative hub, fueled downtown revitalization, and even influenced city planning. Despite controversies and shuttered stores, he’s determined to leave behind a lasting mark—with a pop culture museum in town, designed to inspire kids through art, writing, and film, keeping Dark Horse’s spirit rooted right where it all began. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/546bd0ed30dffa3d