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City of Roses

Portland is known as the City of Roses and is home to the International Rose Test Garden.

Sportswear

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Food carts

Portland is famous for its food cart scene.

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11:00 AM ET 86 DEFEAT™ Champions Honest Representation and Community Support for the Restaurant and Hospitality Workforce12:54 PM ET Founder Nio DiPietrantonio Explains Why 86 DEFEAT Refuses to Glorify Burnout in the Restaurant and Hospitality Industry12:49 PM ET The Industry Chews People Up. 86 Defeat Is Here for the Ones Still Standing.12:30 PM ET 86 DEFEAT™ Shines a Light on the Unsung Workforce Behind Every Restaurant Meal and Every Perfectly Poured Drink10:30 AM ET 86 DEFEAT™: A Brand Built From the Back of the House4:39 PM ET 86 DEFEAT™ Launches Apparel Line Honoring the Grit and Grace of Restaurant and Hospitality Workers Everywhere10:46 PM ET 86 DEFEAT Launches Apparel Line Honoring the Grit and Heart of Restaurant and Hospitality Workers Everywhere5:44 PM ET Ethiopia Prime Leads Purelight Coffee Lineup as Bootstrapped Brand Redefines Online Specialty Coffee for a New Generation12:46 PM ET Not All Heroes Wear Capes: During Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Murfreesboro Studio Owner Marks 20 Years of Giving Back to Women Rebuilding Their Lives12:00 PM ET Bluecollar-brewing co Celebrates Growing Demand for Its Direct-to-Door Model With New Seasonal Coffee and Tea Offerings11:00 AM ET 86 DEFEAT™ Champions Honest Representation and Community Support for the Restaurant and Hospitality Workforce12:54 PM ET Founder Nio DiPietrantonio Explains Why 86 DEFEAT Refuses to Glorify Burnout in the Restaurant and Hospitality Industry12:49 PM ET The Industry Chews People Up. 86 Defeat Is Here for the Ones Still Standing.12:30 PM ET 86 DEFEAT™ Shines a Light on the Unsung Workforce Behind Every Restaurant Meal and Every Perfectly Poured Drink10:30 AM ET 86 DEFEAT™: A Brand Built From the Back of the House4:39 PM ET 86 DEFEAT™ Launches Apparel Line Honoring the Grit and Grace of Restaurant and Hospitality Workers Everywhere10:46 PM ET 86 DEFEAT Launches Apparel Line Honoring the Grit and Heart of Restaurant and Hospitality Workers Everywhere5:44 PM ET Ethiopia Prime Leads Purelight Coffee Lineup as Bootstrapped Brand Redefines Online Specialty Coffee for a New Generation12:46 PM ET Not All Heroes Wear Capes: During Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Murfreesboro Studio Owner Marks 20 Years of Giving Back to Women Rebuilding Their Lives12:00 PM ET Bluecollar-brewing co Celebrates Growing Demand for Its Direct-to-Door Model With New Seasonal Coffee and Tea Offerings
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The Healthy Selfie Is Here: HealthRestore Launches One-Minute Smartphone Health Analysis Covering 20 Biomarkers

HealthRestore has introduced the healthy selfie concept, a smartphone-based health scan that uses TOI technology to analyze 20 biomarkers and generate a comprehensive report in just one minu…

HealthRestore
4:25 PM ETAug 25, 2026

The Company Children Keep Shapes Their Learning

Simply Me Dolls, a division of Simple Me Enterprise, Inc., will open pre-orders on September 20, 2026 for its debut doll designed to build confidence in young Black girls. Founded by Raymoni…

Simple Me Enterprise, Inc.
1:00 PM ETAug 25, 2026

Spirit of Willow Launches Curated Luxury Outdoor Wellness Brand Designed to Help People Slow Down and Reconnect at Home

Spirit of Willow introduces a carefully curated collection of premium outdoor wellness products including saunas, cold plunges, hot tubs, fire pits, fountains and wellness accessories. The n…

Spirit of Willow
12:39 PM ETAug 25, 2026

Autism Learn & Play Inc. Expands Inclusive Programs to Reach Underserved Children on the Autism Spectrum

Autism Learn & Play Inc. is broadening its inclusive education and recreation programs to serve more underserved children on the autism spectrum. The parent-founded nonprofit is addressing c…

Autism Learn & Play Inc.
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2LipBeautEh Introduces Sensory Stories Concept That Pairs Natural Oil Blends With Immersive Scent Narratives for Elevated Self-Care

2LipBeautEh is redefining personal care by developing sensory stories that accompany each of its small-batch natural oil blends, turning everyday routines into meaningful rituals. The innova…

2lipbeauteh
12:27 PM ETAug 25, 2026

Iron Soldiers Coffee Company Expands Allied Network and Media Partnerships to Amplify Veteran Support Across Multiple Platforms

Iron Soldiers Coffee Company is scaling its impact through a growing Allied Network and strategic media sponsorships that extend its veteran-focused mission across television, podcasts, and…

Iron Soldiers Coffee Company
8:57 PM ETAug 24, 2026

The Cleveland Conflict Resolution Method Launches Innovative Coaching App Helping Users Prepare for Difficult Conversations

The Cleveland Conflict Resolution Method has released a conflict management coaching app designed to help individuals and businesses prepare for challenging conversations before they happen…

The Cleveland Conflict Resolution Method
6:12 PM ETAug 24, 2026

Kitchen Goodies 4 U LLC Reaffirms Commitment to Fast, Customer-Focused Online Shopping for Home Cooks Across the United States

Kitchen Goodies 4 U LLC, based in Commerce, California, is setting a new standard for online kitchen product shopping by prioritizing speed, ease of use, and exceptional customer service. Th…

Kitchen Goodies 4 U LLC
6:07 PM ETAug 24, 2026

HRH Candle Introduces Revolutionary Crystal Wax Candle System That Empowers Consumers to Customize Their Home Fragrance Experience

HRH Candle launches an innovative eco-friendly candle collection featuring crystal wax technology, refillable vessels, and the freedom for customers to add their own preferred fragrance. The…

HRH Candle
5:59 PM ETAug 24, 2026

Foxfire Canoes Merges Artisan Woodworking With Paddle Sport Performance to Create the Ultimate Fly Fishing Watercraft

Foxfire Canoes is capturing the attention of fly fishing and paddle sports enthusiasts with handcrafted wooden canoes and kayaks designed specifically for anglers and serious paddlers. The F…

Foxfire Canoes
5:56 PM ETAug 24, 2026

MJ Society Wear Brings Street Culture to Life with Made‑to‑Order Apparel Celebrating Individuality and Self‑Expression

MJ Society Wear, a family‑run independent brand based in West Valley City, Utah, is gaining national attention for its made‑to‑order streetwear inspired by hip‑hop, graffiti, punk, gothic, a…

MJ Syndicate LLC D.B.A. MJ Society Wear
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Veteran-Founded House of Enough Bridges Mental Health Expertise and Body Care to Serve Women Often Overlooked by Beauty Brands

House of Enough founder Rae draws on two decades of mental health experience to create a body care line that serves women over 40 with both effective products and emotionally intelligent mes…

House of Enough