Welcome to our Oregon News category, where we bring you the latest and most relevant news stories from the beautiful state of Oregon. From the stunning Pacific coastline to the rugged Cascade Mountains, Oregon is home to a wealth of natural beauty, diverse communities, and exciting cultural events.
UPDATE On 7/28/20: Infrared mapping now places the fire at over 67,000 acres, or 106 square miles. Modoc County California has lifted all evacuation warnings and mandates at this time. Siskiyou County California still has a mandatory evacuation for Medicine Lake. See...
Psilocybin (Magic Mushrooms) may soon be legal to use in Oregon in therapeutic treatment settings. Recently enough signatures were gathered to put a measure on Oregon's November ballot. If the measure passes, it means a new program will be phased in over two years to...
Oregon is chock-full of weird, wacky, and wonderful history, reflected in the naming of towns and locales around the state. Here are just a few funny town names in the state of Oregon: 1. Timbuktu County: Washington You may have heard of Timbuktu, a locale in Mali,...
Love In-N-Out burger, but not into driving to Salem, Medford, Grants Pass, or California for your fix? Fear not, NW-residing Oregonians: a new location may be in the works and it's not far from Portland. According to Tualitin Life, the California-based burger chain is...
From movies to TV series, no media is safe from Tibo Charroppin, his editing wizardry, and floof-ball feline Lizzy. Meet OwlKitty (Lizzy's illustrious stage-name)! You may remember her from such films as Ghost, Lord of the Rings, and The Matrix. (Or do you?) Lizzy has...
Coming in at only 6 square acres, Depoe Bay, Oregon holds the record for “smallest navigable harbor in the world”. What the harbor lacks in size it definitely makes up for in it's picturesque scenery and the place it holds in the hearts of both residents and tourists...
If you're wondering how you can support local business, and happen to be in the Lincoln City area on the Oregon Coast, or Seaside, make sure and stop at our favorite store SCOUT Northwest Trading Company. As of Friday, May 15, Scout locations are once again open and...
As businesses begin to reopen in Oregon after a 2 month shut down in light of COVID-19, the 99W Drive-In in Newberg recently announced via Facebook they will be opening May 22. According to the post, starting tomorrow, you can make your reservation. In case you...
Drive in movies are something that many people in our modern times have never had the pleasure of experiencing. The Pop Up : Drive In : Stay Safe in Astoria, Oregon is aiming to change that, all from the safety and comfort of your own vehicle. Due to current social...
Just on the heals if the COVID-19, as if the global pandemic wasn't causing enough panic already in the world today, a new species has emerged in America - specifically in the Washington state area. Washington State entomologist Chris Looney has stated they are most...
A man who stole a rifle and a scope from Mazama Sporting Goods in Eugene around 11:30 a.m. was caught on camera, and the owners are seeking any information you may have immediately. Mazama Sporting Goods, according to their Facebook post, is offering a $500 reward for...
In light of COVID-19, Oregon State Parks have announced via Facebook that the state park system is to remain closed past May 8. This news comes just one day after Washington state announcing state parks will open again May 5. No daytime or overnight visitors are...