History

While Christopher Nolan's "Oppenheimer" brilliantly captures the ethical dilemma surrounding nuclear weaponry, the film overlooks the ensuing devastation caused by Hanford's lethal nuclear byproducts. Hanford is, in fact, only given a movie-mention one time in the three hour epic, and that's...

In a remarkable breakthrough, researchers and students from the University of Oregon's Archaeological Field School have uncovered evidence suggesting that people called Oregon home a staggering 18,000 years ago. This mind-boggling revelation challenges long-held beliefs among scholars, who had...

In the annals of the American West, the tales of mountain men and trailblazers endure as gritty testaments to humanity's fortitude. Among the pantheon of pioneers, Steven Meek, a larger-than-life figure, holds a prominent place. His name, forever engraved in history, gives title to the unfortunate...

In the heart of beautiful Northeast Oregon lies a hidden railway gem that beckons adventurers seeking a nostalgic and awe-inspiring experience. The Eagle Cap Excursion Train offers a remarkable journey through rugged landscapes, where the spirit of the Old West still whispers in the wind. Step...

The mouth of the Columbia River isn’t known as the “graveyard of the Pacific” for nothing—it’s said to hold the remains of over 2,000 ships who’ve failed in navigating its notoriously treacherous bar. Once thought to be the fabled “Northwest Passage,” the mighty Columbia River has been a crucial...