“Hey Napoleon, gimme some of your tots!” Did you know that the crispy, golden tater tot found its humble beginnings right here in Oregon? More on that in a moment, but first, The Tater Tot Festival! The City of Ontario, Oregon will be holding its first...
A Gresham man who according to The Oregonian assumed the identity of a dead child over 30 years ago, has not only been working under the child’s name, but even collected double in retirement benefits. Court records show the man who is 70 now, Robert Lizarraga,...
As the air becomes cooler, the sun sets earlier and the leaves change to vibrant colors across Oregon, we are once again reminded fall time is here. While I personally love summer and warmer weather, I absolutely look forward to the autumn season. With so many pumpkin...
Perhaps I find beauty in decay. Maybe I’m fascinated by history. Even more so, perhaps I’m just compelled to document what’s disappearing from our state or already gone. Each property begs the questions: What did people do here? What were their lives...
We love sharing unique places to stay in Oregon. One of the most popular spots (and therefore hard to book), is a gorgeous 40-foot lookout tower located deep within the Umpqua National Forest, 10 miles outside of Tiller Oregon. Stunning Views From 40 Feet Up Located...
