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There’s something about the sight of a giant smile (and I mean giant) that can make anyone’s day, and in Oregon, there's a hillside that does just that every fall. Tucked away between the small towns of Willamina and Grande Ronde, there's a quirky landmark known as...
39 year old Robert Schock was hiking with his dog by the Chilliwack River in North Cascades National Park, Washington when something went terribly wrong. What was a nice day for hiking suddenly turned disastrous, and in Robert's case, almost deadly. Robert Schock Is...
If you're cruising through Albany, Oregon, and hunger strikes, ditch the fast food and make a beeline for Patty's Thai Kitchen. Tucked in next to a Love's truck stop, this food truck is a hidden treasure serving up some of the most mouthwatering Thai dishes along the...
Fall in Oregon is a magical time and there’s no better way to soak in the season than with a ride on the historic Sumpter Valley Railroad. As the weather cools and leaves in Northeast Oregon turn vibrant shades of gold, these vintage trains offer a one-of-a-kind...
As autumn sets in, there's no better way to savor the season than with a visit to the Apple Valley Country Store in Hood River, Oregon. Found along the scenic Hood River Fruit Loop, this charming country store celebrates the bounty of the local fall harvest with a...
Fall is almost here and I couldn't be more excited! Aside from gorgeous fall leaves and cool weather that makes for great fall hikes, autumn means pumpkin patch season, hot apple cider, and family trips to the corn maze. Just a short drive from downtown Portland,...
This Unassuming Little Market on the Oregon Coast is Home to a Family's Legendary Hot Dog If you find yourself cruising down Highway 101 on Oregon’s stunning southern coast, there’s a little spot you have to visit: The Langlois Market. Nestled between Bandon and Port...
Looking for the best breakfast in Salem? White's Restaurant has been a go-to spot since 1936. This place has been serving up some of the heartiest breakfasts you’ll find anywhere, and the history behind it only adds to the charm. Biscuits and gravy, scrambles and...
Do you remember your favorite pizza parlor from childhood? The one you used to go to with friends on a Friday night, or after Little League games with your family? Sometimes it feels to me like they just don't make pizza parlors like that anymore. Today when you go...
A visit to this cute little ice cream shop is like taking a sweet trip down memory lane. Since opening in 2018, McBee’s Shakes Crepes & Cones has become a beloved spot where friends and family gather to enjoy some of the best treats Beaverton has to offer. Whether...
Early Monday morning in southern Oregon, a routine traffic stop on I-5 took a dangerous turn. At around 8 a.m., an Oregon State Police trooper, accompanied by a K-9 unit, pulled over a semi-truck cab for a minor traffic violation in Jackson County. What started as a...
Hours from Portland or any other big cities, there's a cool spot in Condon that offers a nostalgic experience that will take you back to the charm of old-time drive-in diners. Classic burgers, fries, shakes and deep fried pickles speak to a simpler time when life just...