Phase 1

• New check-in counters reoriented into four “islands”
• A streamlined security process
• New exhibits showcasing local artists
• Pre-security stadium seating, a mezzanine restaurant, and new restrooms
• The ability to get to all four concourses post-security

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Phase 2

• Two-Step Tuesday with The Leftovers | Tuesday, Aug. 13 | 7 p.m. | The Showdown | $10 | Get movin’ with a 7:30 p.m. dance lesson followed by live music at 8:30 p.m.

• Melissa Urban | Wednesday, Aug. 14 | 7 p.m. | Powell’s Books at Cedar Hills Crossing, Beaverton | Free | Meet the author of “The New Whole30" and get your books signed — buy a copy for $35.
• Kate Willett | Wednesday, Aug. 14 | 9 p.m. | Mississippi Studios | $18 | Laugh with the comedian, actress, and author of “Dirtbag Anthropology.”

• Skatemobile at Lunch & Play | Thursday, Aug. 15 | 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. | Holly Farm Park | Free | Have fun in the sun with free skate rentals, family-friendly activities, and meals provided by Portland Public Schools.
• Slamlandia | Thursday, Aug. 15 | 7-9 p.m. | Literary Arts | Free | Take the stage at this open mic and poetry slam and listen to other poets.

• Foo Fighters | Friday, Aug. 16 | 5:30 p.m. | Providence Park | $55+ | You’ve waited “Everlong,” and it’s time to see the rockers perform the “Everything Or Nothing At All” tour.

• Enjoy the heat while it lasts, the Farmers’ Almanac predicts a wet, chilly winter will come to the Pacific Northwest by the end of the year. However, there is time for the forecast to change — this weather is largely dependent on the formation of a La Niña weather system. (KOIN)

• Multnomah County and the city of Portland are supporting “homelessness abatement efforts” by recruiting two members for its steering and oversight committee and 16 volunteers for its community advisory committee. Both groups are part of a joint-effort homelessness response system to implement and assess outreach efforts. (The Oregonian/OregonLive)

• The city of Portland expects to respond to 500 permits to build multifamily homes this year, its fewest applicants since 2009. This decline is attributed to costs of building, but city and state leaders are working to support developers and encourage more construction. (The Oregonian/OregonLive)

• 10,000. That’s the approx. number of cyclists who participated in the Providence Bridge Pedal on Sunday, Aug. 11, making it one of the world’s largest community bike rides. Seven local bridges were closed to four-wheeled traffic to make way for the two-wheeled riders, though all bridges reopened by midday. (KGW8)

• Say cheese — the pride of lions responded in bewilderment at the Portland Zoo after discovering a camera in their enclosure. One curious cub moved the camera around to explore the tech, and in the process, it discovered some great selfie angles. (Fox News)

• Things are getting in tents at the Portland Expo Center. Cirque de Soleil has raised its big top outside the north Portland site for “KOOZA,” a show that mixes clowning and acrobatics. The circus will be in town Wednesday, Aug. 21-Sunday, Oct. 6; tickets are on sale. (KATU)

• Even after wide receiver Isaiah Mozee decommitted from Oregon, the Ducks are feeling good going into the season at No. 3 in the AP college football poll. Get the biggest stories every day from the local experts on the Oregon Ducks with Locked On’s daily podcasts.

• Last call, Portland parents: There’s still time to enroll your child in One River School’s dynamic summer camp experiences. From street art painting to 3D paper art and digital animation, each program features an innovative curriculum with a contemporary focus — for all ages. See you at camp.*

• Discover the magical Topaz Farm Sunflower Festival on Sauvie Island now through September. Wander through a massive 14-acre sunflower maze, enjoy exclusive after-hours events, and capture unforgettable moments amidst radiant blooms. Take home some of the magic with a bouquet of U-cut sunflowers after enjoying the farm’s many other delights.*