EPISODE · Aug 4, 2026 · 30 MIN
Why You Might Smell Smoke This Week. Plus Salem's Data Center Revolt and the Real Reason PDX Trees are Dying
from City Cast Portland · host City Cast
Today we’re talking about how Oregon’s wildfires are the largest in our state’s history. Plus, Salem is standing up against encroaching data centers, and there’s a more probable reason that our airport’s trees are dying. And no, it’s not dog pee. Joining host Claudia Meza are KBOO news director Althea Billings and Zach Urness, outdoors editor and host of the "Explore Oregon" podcast at the Statesman Journal. Become a member of City Cast Portland! Join today, and we'll send you some exclusive City Cast Portland swag, while supplies last. Get all the details and sign up here. Discussed in today's episode: A Horticulturist Weighs In on the Struggling Trees at Portland International Airport [Willamette Week] Oregon wildfires set record for acres burned, new fires spark evacuations [Statesman Journal] Oregon Gov. Kotek stops state from selling land for Salem data center [OPB] 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. Learn more about the sponsors of this August 3rd episode: D'Amore Law
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