Portland in the News: Most Vegan-Friendly City, James Beard Semi-Finalists, Pickles Soccer Team & More | January 23, 2025

Portland’s aging Belmont Goats are looking for a permanent home.

Trying to cut out meat? Portland is named #1 most vegan-friendly in the country.

And the James Beard Public Market eyes downtown real estate and 2025 partial opening.

Here’s a roundup of the goings-on in Portland this week:

• That Oregon Life: Movie Madness is a Cinephile’s Dream.
• Portland Monthly: Oregon’s 2025 James Beard Award Semifinalists are here. 
• Willamette Week: Portland Pickles Bring New Soccer Team to Portland This Summer.