The Evergreen
Dana Rierson
‘The Evergreen’: Trailer
Every week, The Evergreen will bring you a story about the Pacific Northwest.
‘The Evergreen’: How DNA can unlock — or unravel — an Oregon cold case
A few years ago, prosecutors in Washington County announced they'd finally solved the murder of Deborah Atrops, more than three decades after the case went cold — thanks, in part, to DNA. But DNA evidence, long considered the “gold standard” of evidence, isn't always as simple as it seems on television.
‘The Evergreen’: Meet the Class of 2025 parents
In today's "The Evergreen" episode, we introduce you to the unsung heroes we've met along the way: the parents and guardians of OPB's Class of 2025 project.
For these Class of 2025 students, graduation will come later — or not at all
A few students in OPB’s Class of 2025 are taking different paths to adulthood — paths that may not include a high school diploma.
‘I’m not lost anymore’: Class of 2025 cousins find direction after high school
In today's "The Evergreen" episode, the story of two cousins in the Portland area: Austin started thinking of college early, and Anna struggled with post-graduation plans. He went to a high school with more resources, but she has found less support in her school.
‘The Evergreen’: Portland’s ‘frog taxi’ helps amphibians cross the road
Teams of dedicated volunteers are on-call from late winter to early spring to help Northern red-legged frogs safely cross Highway 30 to get from Forest Park to the Harborton wetland, where they breed.
‘The Evergreen’: Portland makes cool audio gear
From custom-made guitars to individually soldered effects pedals, Portland has a vibrant boutique audio-manufacturing industry closely intertwined with the local music scene.
OPB’s weekly podcast, The Evergreen, creates an audio portrait of the Pacific Northwest. We tell the stories of the people, places, communities and cultures that make up this region. It’s a podcast about the place YOU live, the places you love, and the geography you feel connected to.
