Not Satire

Starting in 2026, even a small kayak or paddleboard will need a $20 annual permit to legally hit the water.

PORTLAND, Ore. (KPTV) – You’d be forgiven for thinking this was satire, but it’s not: Starting January 1, 2026, Oregon will require a Water Access Permit for all boats on state waterways — and yes, even something as harmless as two inner tubes tied together will now officially count as a “boat.”...

Beaches in Manzanita are now car-free year-round. Learn why vehicles are banned, what it means for visitors, and how it helps protect this popular shoreline.

An Oregon middle school is receiving criticism after hosting a “Pride Spirit Week” that included themed days such as “Drag Day” and “Queer Hero Day,” with some parents saying they weren’t informed until the event was already underway, according to a report from Fox News. The event took place at...