Adventures

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 stores will be closed Christmas...

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 expected to slam the coastline on...

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 cartoonish eyes in recent months,...

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 in Tombstone, A Star Is Born,...

Step Into a Winter Wonderland at Oregon’s Beloved Silver Falls State Park This Year

Silver Falls State Park is an Oregon gem any time of year, but winter brings its own kind of magic. From frosty waterfalls to icy cliffs, every turn of the trail offers something spectacular.

Oregon Woman Vanishes, Family Fears She May Be in Danger

Oregon Woman Vanishes, Family Fears She May Be in Danger

OHN DAY – A John Day woman, Hannah Pereira, has been missing since late August, and her family is increasingly worried for her safety. Originally reported by Elkhorn Media, Grant County Sheriff Todd McKinley confirmed that while Pereira has been reported missing, she...

The Eerie Tale of a Ghostly Soldier at Fort Stevens in Oregon

The Eerie Tale of a Ghostly Soldier at Fort Stevens in Oregon

Fort Stevens State Park, located just 20 minutes west of Astoria, is one of Oregon's greatest treasures. With its rich history and stunning natural beauty, the park attracts history buffs, beachcombers, campers, and hikers alike. From the iconic wreck of the Peter...

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