Woman Falls to Her Death at Devil’s Punchbowl After 40-Foot Plunge
One of the Oregon Coast's most photographed natural wonders became the scene of a tragic rescue effort this week after a woman fell from the cliffs at Devil's Punchbowl near Depoe Bay. According to the Depoe Bay Fire District, emergency crews were dispatched around 12:25 p.m. Wednesday, June 3, after reports that a woman had fallen onto the rocks below the famous coastal formation. Despite a massive multi-agency rescue operation and advanced medical care, she later died from her injuries....
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Woman Falls to Her Death at Devil’s Punchbowl After 40-Foot Plunge
One of the Oregon Coast's most photographed natural wonders became the scene of a tragic rescue effort this week after a woman fell from the cliffs at Devil's Punchbowl near Depoe Bay. According to...
The “Killer” French Toast at This Former Oregon House Has Been Winning Hearts for Years
When people talk about Oregon's best breakfasts, a few famous names always seem to come up. But tucked away on a quiet residential street in Salem is a place that has earned a devoted following...
This Comfort Food Combo May Be The Most Oregon Meal Ever Because It Was Born Here
There’s something deeply comforting about a basket of crispy tater tots next to a perfectly golden corn dog. It's giving county fairs, little league games, school cafeterias, and childhood lunches....
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The “Killer” French Toast at This Former Oregon House Has Been Winning Hearts for Years
When people talk about Oregon's best breakfasts, a few famous names always seem to come up. But tucked away on a quiet residential street in Salem is a place that has earned a devoted following...
This Comfort Food Combo May Be The Most Oregon Meal Ever Because It Was Born Here
There’s something deeply comforting about a basket of crispy tater tots next to a perfectly golden corn dog. It's giving county fairs, little league games, school cafeterias, and childhood lunches....
People Travel Across Oregon Just to Attempt the 72 Oz Steak at This Iconic Steakhouse
There are some places in Oregon that become more than restaurants. They become traditions. Maybe it's the little diner your grandparents took you to after a baseball game. Maybe it's that coastal...
Woman Falls to Her Death at Devil’s Punchbowl After 40-Foot Plunge
One of the Oregon Coast's most photographed natural wonders became the scene of a tragic rescue effort this week after a woman fell from the cliffs at Devil's Punchbowl near Depoe Bay. According to the Depoe Bay Fire District, emergency crews were dispatched around...
Oregonians Can Visit State Parks for Free on June 6 as Oregon Kicks Off Summer Season
If you've been looking for an excuse to get outside and explore Oregon, next weekend might be the perfect opportunity. On Saturday, June 6, Oregon State Parks will once again waive day-use parking fees at parks across the state as part of the annual State Parks Day...
Oregonians Push Back Against Ridiculous Permit Expansion Signed by Gov. Tina Kotek
Want to take your kayak out for a relaxing day on the water this summer? Well, Oregon now wants to see your permit. And no, this is not satire. A law signed by Governor Tina Kotek and taking effect this year has expanded Oregon's Waterway Access Permit requirement to...
Who Is David Michelson? The Man Behind Oregon’s IP28, One of America’s Most Extreme Animal Rights Proposals
Until recently, most Oregonians had probably never heard the name David Michelson. Now, thanks to Initiative Petition 28, or IP28, his campaign has become one of the most talked-about political issues in Oregon's outdoor community. Michelson is the chief petitioner...
Feds Want Hunting Allowed on 95% of U.S. Wildlife Refuge Lands, And Oregon Is Right in the Middle of the Debate
Just days after Oregon hunters and anglers were already fired up over the controversial IP28 ballot initiative, another major hunting story is making waves across the country, and this one could directly affect access to public lands across the Pacific Northwest. The...
Convicted Oregon Child Killer Now Eligible for Parole Hearing Under Kate Brown Law
A case that horrified Oregon more than a decade ago is back in the spotlight, and for many people across the state, the emotions are just as raw today as they were in 2010. According to Sahara Dwight’s father, Dustin Michael Wallace, the Roseburg man convicted of...
Were Wolves Once Native To Oregon? Growing Populations Fuel One Of The State’s Biggest Debates
The catalyst for Oregon statehood ignited because settlers were frustrated over wolves attacking livestock. The “Wolf Meetings” of 1843 eventually helped spark Oregon’s first provisional government.
Oregon Petition That Could Ban Hunting and Fishing Reaches Signature Goal
For many of us who grew up in Oregon, this story feels almost impossible to believe. Hunting and fishing are not fringe activities here. They are part of Oregon's identity. They are cold mornings before sunrise on the river. They are family traditions handed down over...
This Iconic Oregon Butte Hike Leads to a Breathtaking Summit View of the Three Sisters and Beyond
Growing up around Eugene, I honestly couldn't tell you how many times I've hiked Spencer Butte. School days, random weekends with friends, family hikes, evenings when I just needed to get outside and clear my head, somehow I always ended up back on that trail. If you...
Man Dies After Jump From Astoria-Megler Bridge as Officials Respond Friday Night
The towering Astoria-Megler Bridge is one of Oregon's most recognizable landmarks. Stretching across the Columbia River and connecting Oregon to Washington, its sweeping views and dramatic scale make it a memorable crossing for countless travelers each year. But for...