Welcome to the new heart of Portland at PDX, where the airport experience feels like a walk through the city itself. Travelers arriving or departing are greeted by a remarkable timber roof and tree-lined hall, crafted from sustainably managed Northwest woodlands. But it’s not just the architecture turning heads—the terminal exclusively showcases local gems. From the spirited Loyal Legion beer hall to the quirky Paper Epiphanies card shop, this airport is a testament to Portland’s unique blend of sustainability and local pride.
Why does it matter in Minot? We’re in the middle of rewriting our economic development handbook, and we probably don’t have unlimited resources to do everything. And maybe we don’t want to do anything at all. But when a big place with as many problems as Portland gets good attention for propping up small, local businesses, maybe there’s a meta current we should notice. Get the full story on Portland’s success from Hannah Wallace writing for Fast Company.
