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KXRW and XRAY were at Providence Park for what became Phil Neville’s final match as head coach of the Portland Timbers. This 5-minute report looks back on Neville’s tenure in Portland, from his arrival in 2023 and early playoff progress, to the inconsistency that followed and the pressure surrounding the club heading into the World Cup break. The report also recaps Portland’s 3-1 home loss to the San Jose Earthquakes, Neville’s postgame comments, and the Timbers’ announcement two days later that the club and Neville had mutually agreed to part ways. With Portland now searching for a new head coach, the club enters its next chapter looking for stability, direction, and a stronger path forward. Produced and Reported by Michael Sarno. Transcription:  It is official, Phil Neville is out as head coach of the Portland Timbers.After two and a half seasons in charge, Neville and the Timbers organization have mutually ...

KXRW and XRAY were inside Moda Center for the opening week of the Portland Fire’s return to the WNBA, capturing the atmosphere around one of the most anticipated new chapters in Portland basketball. More than 20 years after the original Fire played from 2000 to 2002, Portland women’s basketball is back — this time in a league experiencing major growth in attendance, television viewership, investment, and national attention. This audio report looks at the reboot of the Portland Fire, the rise of the WNBA, and the early energy surrounding Portland’s newest professional sports franchise. The report covers the Fire’s sellout debut at Moda Center, their dramatic first win over the New York Liberty, and the bigger organizational vision behind RAJ Sports’ investment in women’s sports through both the Fire and Portland Thorns. Featuring audio from Moda Center, comments from head coach Alex Sarama, and player perspectives from rookie Nyadiew Puoch ...

Steve Lorenz at Hudson's Bay High School is retiring after 40 years. He talked to Steena Trecha about the history of the plant sale, where it is now, and the importance of FFA programs to the growth and economy of Clark County. Hear from one of Hudson Bay's Occupational Therapists about how inclusive the horticulture program is for all students and hear from students themselves on how they are involved ...

Small business owners on Main Street Vancouver speak with Steena Trecha about staying open through the city's Main Street Promise infrastructure project, a major excavation that has reshaped the street in front of their doors through spring 2026. On a rainy April afternoon in downtown Vancouver, with construction equipment filling Main Street and foot traffic nearly gone, six shop owners were behind their counters: working, welcoming, and building something. Part 2 Featuring Nicole Wallace: Vancouver's Communications Manager. Reverie and Rosemary: Stephanie on curating a space where everyone is welcome and the hidden brick wall discovered during two years of renovation. Cariño Mexican Specialty Coffee: Melissa Mancias on Lotería wine nights, Mexican specialty coffee, and building a gathering space rooted in Mexican culture. Big D's Barbershop: Dani Wood on creating an inclusive barbershop in Vancouver where everyone can come as their whole selves on the corner of 11th and Main ...

Small business owners on Main Street Vancouver speak about Steena Trecha staying open through the city's Main Street Promise infrastructure project, a major excavation that has reshaped the street in front of their doors through spring 2026. On a rainy April afternoon in downtown Vancouver, with construction equipment filling Main Street and foot traffic nearly gone, six shop owners were behind their counters: working, welcoming, and building something. Part 1 Featuring Michael Walker: Executive Director of Vancouver's Downtown Association. Softea: Noah Pluard on creating a sober-friendly community space for youth, training staff with kindness, and what it means when community equals belonging and empathy. Eryngium: Crystal Humble Lary (Cricket) on making fine stationery and pens accessible to everyone in a community space that invites slowing down and connection. Ronald Records: Kelsey and Erin on hosting listening sessions, creating in a time of discontent, and why rhythm is better than algorithm ...

KXRW and XRAY were inside Moda Center for the Portland Trail Blazers’ first home playoff game in five years, capturing the atmosphere around a long-awaited postseason return for Rip City. This season-end audio report looks beyond the final score to examine one of the most eventful years in recent Trail Blazers history. The report covers a pivotal season for the Trail Blazers organization, from major changes on and off the court to the team’s return to NBA playoff basketball in Portland. Featuring audio from Moda Center and postgame comments from players and coaches, the report reflects on where the Blazers stand after their playoff run — and what may come next for the franchise, the arena, and the future of basketball in Portland. Produced and reported by Michael Sarno for KXRW 99.9 FM and XRAY FM ...

KXRW Newshour Episode 1: Independent Bookstore Day at Vancouver's White Oak Books Bike Clark County Bike Shop Gears Up for Summer Making Space on Main StreetDowntown Vancouver Shop Owners on Building Community During Construction Hops Opening Day Produced by Michael Sarno After Decades of Growing Things, Hudson's Bay FFA Teacher Prepares to Retire Vancouver Farmers Market ...

Steena Trecha heads downtown to interview vendors at the year-round Downtown Vancouver Farmers Market near Esther Short park as it expands from it’s one day winter schedule into a 2 day weekend long affair. The spring and summer market also hosts musicians and more vendors. Vendors range from produce sellers, to food carts, to artisans. If you strike up a conversation with the vendors you may be surprised to hear how far they’ve traveled to be part of this market. They might even share why they choose this market over others closer to them as a place to call their weekend home. From April to October, the downtown Vancouver Farmers Market on 8th & Esther St happens every Saturday 9am-3pm and Sunday from 10am-3pm. From November through March, it’s only on Saturdays from 10am-2pm Find out more vancouverfarmersmarket.org. There you can also find out more about the Vancouver Farmers Market ...

Steena Trecha headed to the annual MS Brewfest fundraiser at Brickhouse Saturday March 31st to talk with folks living with MS and their community. It’s the last Saturday in March and the sound of the crowd from the MS Brewfest fundraiser at the Brickhouse on Main Street in Vancouver can be heard from a block away. Outside the front door two women are there to welcome you behind a belly up table full of empty pint glasses each with two colorful drink tickets. A single donation of $20 gets you a Team Roadkill Themed pint glass and once inside very generous tastings of beer and cider from about a dozen different local breweries. Once inside, you’re in a community. There are bands, there is a sign up table to join Team Roadkill as a cyclist to fundraise for the MS Society yourself, and further past the pool tables in the ...

Steena Trecha heads down to the Bike Clark County community bike shop on Main Street in downtown Vancouver to talk with the staff about their shop and getting your bike ready for summer. It’s spring in Vancouver which means the year-round Downtown Vancouver Farmers Market near Esther Short park expands from it’s one day winter schedule into a 2 day weekend long affair. The spring and summer market also hosts musicians and more vendors. Vendors range from produce sellers, to food carts, to artisans. If you strike up a conversation with the vendors you may be surprised to hear how far they’ve traveled to be part of this market. They might even share why they choose this market over others closer to them as a place to call their weekend home. From April to October, the downtown Vancouver Farmers Market on 8th & Esther Sthappens every Saturday 9am-3pm and Sunday ...