That’s a wrap for the 2016-17 school year. We may post periodically if there’s Lincoln news over the summer, but we won’t be back for real until late August. See you then!

Lincoln senior Sheila Panyam has published a fantasy novel, called The Torch in the Shadows. Shown here with librarian Stephanie Thomas, Panyam's book is on the websites of Powell's and Barnes and Noble, as well as on Amazon. "It's a story about perseverance, heroism, and courage that examines what it means to truly know who you are," Panyam told ...

A little girl among the group of volunteers and staff gathered at campaign headquarters on election night summed up with one word the feelings in the room and for students, teachers and administrators across the district: “Yay!” she yelled. Portland Public Schools’ $790 million school modernization bond, the most expensive in the history o...

Lincoln High School held its first ever 5-kilometer race titled “Five 2 Thrive,” raising money and awareness for mental health on May 21. There were 40 participants in the race, 50 volunteers, and over 100 people present with spectators. With the help of Church of the City, the event raised over $2,000, which will go towards the mental health ...

Carina Lounge opened its first location in the old Basta's Trattoria building on the corner of Northwest 21st and Flanders on March 25. The restaurant has ample seating for small- to medium-sized groups, a spacious parking lot, and the staff serve with positive attitudes. The lounge is open all days for dinner and drinks from 4:30 p.m. until midnight. Th...