Earlier this month, people began spreading the rumor that the Choco Taco, a frozen waffle shell filled with ice cream, was about to be discontinued. It began with a small-time vendor named Sno Kone Joe from New York.…
In-N-Out Burger has long been the stuff of lore. For decades people have spread the word about the tiny chain with its savory, mustard-grilled patties and its not-so-secret menu. It's been said that they serve the perfect milkshake…
A Guadalupe fur seal pup was rescued after being found wrapped in debris on Salishan Beach near Lincoln City, Oregon. The rescue was a collaboration between the Marine Mammal Stranding Network (MMSN), the Oregon Coast Aquarium (OCAq), and…
The Illinois River Trail in the Siskiyou Mountains has finally opened to the public after two decades of closure. A volunteer group has spent years trying to restore the path after it was blocked by the Biscuit Fire…
Imagine sitting at a table near the edge of a sea cliff, watching the tide pull in, while you enjoy the perfect bowl of clam chowder--something fresh and authentic--the essence of the sea. It could fill you up,…
Crabbing is a dangerous and often tricky profession. Every day crabbers risk their lives just to fill our stomachs and make a modest wage. We're grateful for their efforts. There's nothing better than the salty aftertaste of fresh-caught…
Few movies have left their mark on Oregon or its culture quite like The Goonies. For almost 40 years, we've idolized the film and passed it down through the generations. It's become a part of who we are…
Western Oregon isn't known for its clear skies. Most days, the mist and rain obscure the horizon, blocking picturesque views of mountaintops, forested hills, and meadows. Often at night, our only glimpse of the celestial bodies is a…
The remains of a 17th-century Manilla Galleon were recovered from a sea cave near Manzanita. The timber, believed to have come from the hull of the Santo Cristo de Burgos, was discovered by local beachcombers in 2013. After…
The Eugene Police Department has announced that family and friends are offering a $45,000 reward for information that leads to a conviction in the 1969 murder of Janet Shanahan. There have been very few leads on the cold…
Orca sightings have been off the hook this year, all along the southern coast. They normally feed on baby gray whales during their annual migration north to Alaska, starting in late March to early June. They're also known…
In Oregon, we take the scenic route, through forest sanctuaries, past coastal vistas, and across rivers and desert plains. We cherish our long drives, which is why the Three Capes Scenic Route is such a vital part of…
