Portland Monthly’s Shaky Future, Our 911 Dispatchers Among Best in World, and Free Stuff To Do

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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] Become a member of City Cast Portland today! Get all the details and sign up here. Who would you like to hear on City Cast Portland? Shoot us an email at [email protected], or leave us a voicemail at 503-208-5448. Want more Portland news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter and be sure to follow us on Instagram. Looking to advertise on City Cast Portland? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. 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

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