🌱 Timbers Postpone Home Opener + Oregon Short Film Festival Tomorrow

Hello, Portland. I'm here in your inbox per usual to tell you everything you need to know about what's going on around town.

But first, today's weather:

Mostly cloudy. High: 44 Low: 35.

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Here are the top 3 stories today in Portland:

1. The Portland Timbers have postponed their home opener due to severe winter weather in the area. The men's soccer team was slated to play its first match of the season against Sporting Kansas City today at 7:30 p.m. The matchup has been rescheduled for Monday, Feb. 27, at 7:00 p.m., and the team says all tickets for today's match will be honored at the rescheduled event. (Fox 12 Oregon)
2. Portland police have arrested a suspect accused of killing a 71-year-old man in Oregon City Wednesday. Mason Estabrook, 29, has been charged with second-degree murder, first-degree assault, and various other charges. The investigation into the incident is ongoing. (KOIN.com)
3. The Oregon Short Film Festival is set to showcase the artistry of local filmmakers tomorrow, Feb. 26, at the Clinton Street Theater. The event lineup features a variety of short-film screenings, including science fiction tales and animated shorts. The theater will screen films between 2:30 p.m. and 9:00 p.m. Tickets are available online. (KOIN.com)

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Today in Portland:

• PSU Farmers Market At Shemanski Park (9:00 AM)
• Bird Journals For Beginners And Beyond At Portland Audubon (10:00 AM)
• Small Batch Trivia From Geeks Who Drink At Saint Pizza Lounge (8:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• Wednesday was the snowiest day in Portland since 1943! Travel Portland reminds drivers to take caution on the roads and advises checking the websites and social media pages of any businesses you plan to visit this weekend before setting out! (Travel Portland via Instagram)
• The Oregon Historical Society's History Pub series is returning after a three-year hiatus! Stop by McMenamins Kennedy School on Monday, Feb. 27, at 7:00 p.m. to celebrate Black History Month with a screening of Buffalo Soldiers Fighting On Two Fronts. (Oregon Historical Society via Facebook)
• Today is the last day to enjoy the Portland Jazz Festival! Don't miss Mike Phillips performing live at the Winnigstad Theatre tonight at 10:00 p.m. Click here for ticket information. (Bandsintown)

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Now you're in the loop and ready to start this Saturday off right. I'll see you back in your inbox tomorrow with your next update!

— Michelle Paul

About me: Michelle Paul is a Utah-based writer and photographer with a professional background in content management and registered nursing. When not working on projects ranging from photo editing to copywriting, they enjoy traveling, video games, and expanding their skills.