Tyler James was born in Oregon and founded That Oregon Life in 2013 after finding peace and a renewed sense of purpose in the state’s forests, mountains, and coastline. What started as a personal connection to the outdoors became a way to help others discover new places, support local businesses, and appreciate Oregon’s quirks. He writes about local history, outdoor adventures, good food, and the occasional bit of satire, or whatever catches his attention before the coffee wears off.
This week, the carcass of a gray whale calf, bearing tooth marks across its body, was discovered washed up on an Oregon beach. Jim Rice, Program Manager of the Oregon Marine Mammal Stranding Network, shared with USA TODAY…
Update: Bagby is currently closed This May 2024 reopening report is historical. Bagby Hot Springs, Bagby Campground, and the Bagby Hot Springs Trail are currently within Mt. Hood National Forest’s fire-closure area. Do not rely on the reopening,…
Grab your shades, Oregonians, because warmer and sunnier days are finally heading our way! Starting Wednesday, the greater Portland and Vancouver metro areas will bask in some much-needed sunshine. After a chilly, frosty morning in the Willamette Valley,…
Lincoln City, Oregon, is gearing up for a special celebration this Mother's Day weekend with the Finders Keepers Glass Float Drop, taking place from May 10th to 12th. Beachgoers will have the unique chance to embark on an…
Billie Eilish, a 22-year-old singer, has earned nine Grammy Awards and two Oscars. Her song "What Was I Made For?" from the 2023 blockbuster Barbie received even greater acclaim than Ryan Gosling's standout track, "I'm Just Ken." Eilish…
EUGENE, Ore. — Get ready to groove because the Lane County Fair just dropped its highly-anticipated 2024 Main Stage Concert Series lineup! "We're all about that live music vibe here at the Lane County Fair, and this year,…
Portland, Oregon, has been grappling with increasing disorder in recent years, a narrative underscored by a recent incident at a northeastern police training facility. In the early hours of Thursday morning, a deliberate act of arson resulted in…
I feel incredibly fortunate to have grown up in Oregon, a state teeming with remarkable natural sites to explore. Regardless of where you reside in Oregon, you're typically just 30 minutes away from a great outdoor adventure. Despite…
The Stephanie Inn, situated along the picturesque Oregon coast, has earned yet another distinction to enhance its prestigious reputation. This 42-room haven in Cannon Beach is the sole establishment from the Pacific Northwest to be recognized in Travel+Leisure's…
In Albany, Oregon, a recent operation led by an independent online activist resulted in the arrest of 24 individuals on charges linked to endangering minors. Operating under the alias "Tim Johnson" and using the Facebook group People vs.…
In Douglas County, Oregon, a devastating incident at a fish hatchery resulted in the death of nearly 18,000 young Chinook salmon due to a man's deliberate act of pouring bleach into their tank. The accused, 20-year-old Joshua Heckathorn…
In Vancouver, Washington, In-N-Out Burger is advancing its expansion strategy in the Pacific Northwest by proposing a new location. The Columbian initially reported that the popular California-based fast food chain had filed a preliminary commercial development application with…