Global Rhythms Converge: Top International Music Collaborations Defining 2025 So Far
As World Music Day arrived on June 21, 2025, the global music landscape continued to showcase a vibrant trend of…
Author: Ben Hardy
Hello, I'm Ben Hardy, a dedicated journalist for Willamette Weekly in Portland, Oregon. I hold a Bachelor's degree in Journalism from the University of Southern California and a Master's degree from Stanford University, where I specialized in multimedia storytelling and data journalism. At 28, I'm passionate about uncovering stories that matter to our community, from investigative pieces to features on Portland's unique culture. In my free time, I love exploring the city, attending local music events, and enjoying a good book at a cozy coffee shop. Thank you for reading my work and engaging with the stories that shape our vibrant community.
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Netflix subscribers anticipating a wealth of new content between June 21 and June 27 will find a notably more focused…
Curry County, Oregon Unveils Summer 2025 Event Calendar Amidst Natural Splendor
CURRY COUNTY, OR – As summer approaches, Curry County, Oregon, a prominent jewel on the state’s famed Wild Rivers Coast,…
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Portland Beer Week 2025: Key Events Spotlight Craft Scene on Saturday, June 21
Portland, Oregon – Portland Beer Week, the city’s signature 10-day celebration of craft brewing, is currently in full swing, transforming…
Tehran Erupts in Protest Amid Intense Regional Conflict, Diplomatic Push in Geneva, as Trump Weighs Strike Within ‘2 Weeks’
TEHRAN, Iran & GENEVA, Switzerland — Hundreds of thousands of Iranians have taken to the streets across the country, centered…
Oregon Lawmakers Weigh Major Shift in Tourism Tax Funding Distribution
SALEM, OR – As the Oregon Legislature approaches its mandatory adjournment deadline of June 29, lawmakers are engaged in critical…
Oregon Overhauls Cannabis, Housing, Worker Rights with 16 New Laws Signed by Gov. Kotek
SALEM, OREGON – Governor Tina Kotek of Oregon enacted a sweeping legislative package the week of June 11, 2025, signing…
Pop Superstar Zane Sterling Announces Highly Anticipated New Single ‘Midnight Serenade’ Set for June 20, 2025 Release
Global music phenomenon and multi-platinum recording artist Zane Sterling has officially ended months of speculation, announcing the forthcoming release of…
Oregon Greenlights $1.5 Billion Infrastructure Overhaul for Roads, Bridges, and Transit
Legislative Milestone The Oregon Legislature has successfully navigated a complex legislative process to approve a landmark investment in the state’s…