Celebrating 100 years of Black History Month in Oregon at special gala

Portland, Ore. (KOIN) — Juneteenth Oregon is marking 100 years of Black History Month with a new event celebrating Oregon’s Black community and history in Portland.

Juneteenth Oregon’s Media Relations Director, Heather Coleman-Cox, stopped by AM Extra to talk about the new Hometown Hero Awards Gala in February of 2026, honoring local leaders, including NBA star Damian Lillard as a featured honoree…

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