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If you’ve ever pulled over on the side of an Oregon highway because a shiny rock caught your eye, there’s a good chance you already understand the magic of Central Oregon rockhounding. Out in the high…
After weeks of cooler spring weather, western Oregon is about to get a quick taste of summer. A strong ridge of high pressure is moving into the Pacific Northwest, setting the stage for a dramatic warmup…
Every spring on the Oregon Coast, the town of Florence bursts into color as thousands of blooming rhododendrons transform the area into a coastal garden paradise. Streets fill with parade floats, carnival lights flicker along the…
A planned fuel reduction burn southeast of Bend took a dangerous turn Thursday after flames crossed containment lines and sparked spot fires outside the intended burn area, prompting officials to reclassify the incident as a wildfire.…
A growing search effort is underway in Lane County after a 22-year-old Eugene man disappeared late last month, leaving family, friends, and search crews desperately looking for answers in the rugged wilderness east of Lowell. According…
Few places capture the spirit of the Oregon coast quite like the D River in Lincoln City. On windy spring afternoons, colorful kites dance overhead. Families wander the sand searching for hidden glass floats. Visitors spill…
What begins as a scenic hike along one of Oregon’s most iconic trails can change in an instant. That was the case Sunday afternoon in Linn County, when a 53-year-old woman from Terrebonne suffered a serious…
A major debate over the future of America’s national forests is gaining momentum, and in Oregon, where wildfire seasons have reshaped communities year after year, many are paying close attention. The Trump administration is considering repealing…
Portland city leaders are once again looking for a way to tackle the growing cost of maintaining streets, sidewalks, and traffic safety projects. This time, the plan comes in the form of a monthly transportation fee…
It was a wild day along the Oregon Coast Saturday, where two very different rescue situations unfolded just miles apart, drawing major emergency response and plenty of attention from onlookers. From a helicopter hoist near Rocky…
What started as a peaceful morning treasure hunt on the Oregon coast reportedly turned into something a lot more chaotic. A Corvallis woman is now facing assault charges after police say she struck a man multiple…
If you’ve ever wanted to see the Oregon Coast come alive with color, movement, and pure joy, this is your weekend. On June 27–28, 2026, the skies above Lincoln City will once again transform into a…
