The combination of mouthwatering comfort food, ice cream and pie, along with a rich local history, makes Austin House a standout spot to check out in eastern Oregon. If you’re traveling through the wide-open beauty of eastern Oregon and craving a hearty home-cooked...
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Dead Sea Turtle Washes Ashore on Oregon Coast Near Fort Stevens
Just days after an endangered loggerhead sea turtle was rescued from Short Beach in Tillamook County, a tragic discovery was made on the northern Oregon Coast. A 40-pound olive ridley sea turtle washed ashore on Sunset Beach near Fort Stevens State Park and was found...
One of America’s Top 20 Beer Destinations is Right Here in Oregon
Pelican Brewing, a staple of the Oregon coast, has earned a spot among the nation's 20 "must-visit" breweries, according to a recently compiled list by YardBarker, a sports and entertainment news platform. The list highlights some of the most iconic breweries across...
Two Oregon Men Found Dead in Forest After Bigfoot Hunt on Christmas Eve
The search for Bigfoot has long captured the imagination of adventurers in the Pacific Northwest, but a tragic Christmas incident serves as a sobering reminder of the risks involved when chasing legends through Oregon and Washington's rugged wilderness. Two Portland...
Ohio State vs. Oregon: How to Watch, Stream, and What’s on the Line
A College Football Playoff Quarterfinal Showdown The stage is set for a highly anticipated rematch between the No. 1 Oregon Ducks and the No. 8 Ohio State Buckeyes in this year’s Rose Bowl Game, taking place on January 1 in Pasadena, California. With College Football...
15-Year-Old Girl Killed in Head-On Crash in Linn County, Multiple Injured
A tragic head-on collision in Linn County on Saturday, December 23, claimed the life of a 15-year-old girl and left several others injured, according to Oregon State Police. The crash occurred just after 3 p.m. at the intersection of Highway 20 and Highway 22....
Christmas Eve & Christmas Day Hours: What’s Open in Oregon?
Are grocery stores open in Oregon on Christmas?Most grocery stores across Oregon will have reduced hours on Christmas Eve and be closed on Christmas Day. Here’s a breakdown of major chains: Albertsons and Safeway: Open on Christmas Eve with reduced hours. While most...
Offshore Bomb Cyclone Brings 60 MPH Winds and High Surf Alert to Oregon and Washington Beaches
Oregon and southwest Washington are bracing for a dynamic and potentially dangerous combination of weather events as a powerful Pacific storm moves closer to the region. The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a High Surf Warning, with massive 30-foot waves...
Googly Eyes on Art? Bend Says It’s Not a Laughing Matter (Residents Disagree)
As reported by Central Oregon Daily News, the City of Bend has found itself in the middle of an unexpected showdown—this one involving googly eyes, roundabout sculptures, and a surprisingly hefty bill. Eight pieces of Bend’s public art have been adorned with the...
Many People Don’t Know This Hollywood Icon Was Raised in Portland, Oregon
Sam Elliott, the Hollywood icon with the resonant baritone voice and the mustache that has become his signature, has graced the silver screen in countless beloved films. From his role as the gravelly narrator in The Big Lebowski—a personal favorite—to his appearances...
Step Into a Winter Wonderland at Oregon’s Beloved Silver Falls State Park This Year
Silver Falls State Park is an Oregon gem at any time of the year, but winter brings its own kind of magic. From frosty waterfalls to icy cliffs, every turn of the trail offers something spectacular. It rarely snows at Silver Falls State Park, but when the rare flakes...
Make Holiday Memories on This Magical Train Ride Along the Oregon Coast
The holidays on the Oregon coast are truly magical, and there’s no better way to celebrate the season than aboard the Candy Cane Express. Operated by the Oregon Coast Scenic Railroad, this festive train ride combines breathtaking coastal views with the nostalgia of a...