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Where local voices come to discuss the events, news, and community issues that matter to Oregonians and Washingtonians.... more
FAQs about Local Voices:How many episodes does Local Voices have?The podcast currently has 295 episodes available.
May 08, 2022Missing And Murdered Indigenous People's DayThe City of Portland marks Missing and Murdered Indigenous People's Day for the fifth year, and updates what the city is doing. Mental health professionals bring advice of parents on how to help their kids following the pandemic. Your backyard fire pit could be smoking out your neighbors and causing them health problems....more29minPlay
May 01, 2022Help For Under-represented BusinessesAn organization in Portland is helping a growing number of under-represented entrepreneurs get their businesses started. The Portland Water Bureau adds a facility to help reduce lead in the water of some homes. The Portland Old Down Community Association is struggling to improve safety and attracted businesses and their customers to the area....more30minPlay
April 24, 2022Doggie Dash Is BackThe Oregon Humane Society's Doggie Dash is back after being virtual for two years during the pandemic. Oregon Senator Ron Wyden explains his plan to make sure billionaires can't avoid income taxes. Oregon Health Authority Deputy Health Officer Dr. Tom Jeanne updates the pandemic and and how dealing with the virus is changing....more30minPlay
April 17, 2022Preparing For Rising Interest RatesThere are ways to protect yourself from rising interest rates. An Oregon Congressman explains how marijuana decriminalization will help. Oregon search and rescue teams have tips on how to stay safe when exploring the state....more30minPlay
April 10, 2022Pride Industries Helping People With DisabilitiesPride Industries has been helping people with disabilities find work for 55 years. The former director of the National Institute of Mental Health discusses what changes are needed to help people with mental health issues. Gas prices are taking a bite bout of budgets, but there are ways to ease impact....more30minPlay
April 03, 2022Free Health Fair For KidsThe Multnomah Dental Society is helping to organize a free health fair for kids. The City of Portland is expanding Portland Street Response to the entire city and seven days a week....more30minPlay
March 27, 2022Community Warehouse Prepares For Ukrainian RefugeesYou can help Ukrainian refugees when they arrive in the U.S. by helping Community Warehouse. Oregon State University professors discuss where the pandemic is going next. Tigard City Councilor John Goodhouse discusses issues important to America's mid-sized cities....more30minPlay
March 22, 2022Oregon Project Turnkey 2.0The Oregon Legislature has extended funding for a project that uses motels and turns them into shelters for people who are homeless. Frederick Law Olmsted played a pivotal role in developing the Portland parks system. Portland City Commissioner Jo Ann Hardesty explains how a pilot project that uses traffic calming items has helped reduce gun violence....more30minPlay
March 13, 2022Preventing Elderly FallsFalls put 800,000 people into the hospital every year, and for elderly people they can often be prevented. Plus, Oregon's law banning real estate love letters is stopped by a judge....more30minPlay
March 06, 2022Bringing Diversity To Legal ProfessionsThe Second Annual Oregon Diversity Legal Job Fair will be held March 9 and offers opportunities to enter the legal profession. The Sunshine Division expanded operations during the pandemic. Oregon health officials look at what's next after the mask requirement is lifted. Portland General Electric has advice on how to avoid utility scams....more30minPlay
FAQs about Local Voices:How many episodes does Local Voices have?The podcast currently has 295 episodes available.