Plans are underway to expand Bend's food cart scene with a new hub slated to open near OSU-Cascades on the city's southwest side. Tucked behind the Powder House Ski and Snowboard Shop, the space will accommodate 10 food trucks by the summer of 2025. Owner Todd McGee...
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Fire Erupts at Timberline Lodge on Mount Hood
GOVERNMENT CAMP, Ore. — A fire was reported at Timberline Lodge in Government Camp on Thursday night at approximately 9:26 p.m. Flames were visible from the corner of the building via a live external camera feed. Responders from the Hoodland Fire District are at the...
In-N-Out Burger to Open in Beaverton, Less Than 15 Minutes From Downtown Portland
Exciting news for everyone who has been patiently waiting for In-N-Out to come to the Portland area! In-N-Out Burger is set to open a new branch on Beaverton Hillsdale Highway, marking its first location in the area. On Tuesday, Washington County's Hearings Officer...
Camp Namanu in Oregon Officially Listed as a Historic Place After 100 Years
Recently, Oregon's beloved Camp Namanu, operational since 1924, was formally acknowledged and added to the National Register of Historic Places. This recognition highlights its long-standing role as a scenic sanctuary for generations of children. Located along the...
Eugene voted best in Oregon and named among best places to live in U.S.
I grew up in Eugene, Oregon, and although my experiences are mostly limited to this region, I truly believe I couldn't have chosen a better place to grow up. Eugene, often overshadowed by larger cities in terms of recognition, is indeed one of the best places to live...
Oregon’s Wolf Growth Halts for the First Time in More Than Ten Years
In 2023, Oregon's gray wolf population growth stalled, marking the first year without an increase since their reestablishment in the state, according to a report by Oregon Public Broadcasting (OPB). The annual survey by the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife...
Transgender Runner’s Top Performance in Oregon Girls’ Track Event Sparks Outrage
In Sherwood, Oregon, a high school track and field event became the center of a heated debate after a transgender athlete, Aayden Gallagher, recorded a remarkably fast time in the women's varsity 200 meters. During the Sherwood Need For Speed Classic held on Saturday,...
NASA Quietly Training Robot Dog on Mt. Hood to Navigate Landscape of the Moon
In the scenic terrain of Mount Hood, Oregon, a robotic dog named Spirit is being rigorously trained for future space exploration missions. This initiative, known as the LASSIE Project, is spearheaded by Feifei Qian, an alumna of Georgia Tech and an assistant professor...
Protesters Shut Down Southbound I-5, One Lane Has Reopened
In a recent development, the Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT) has announced the temporary closure of all southbound lanes on Interstate 5 at the juncture with Eugene-Springfield Highway I-105. The cause? A group of pedestrians engaging in a protest along the...
Oregon and Idaho Urged by Wallowa County Commissioners to Reengage in Greater Idaho Border Negotiations
On April 1st, the commissioners of Wallowa County dispatched correspondence to several political figures in both Oregon and Idaho, urging a renewed conversation on the potential realignment of the state boundary to incorporate certain eastern Oregon counties into...
Oregon Coast Aquarium Recognized by Newsweek Among Best in the U.S.
The Oregon Coast Aquarium made the nomination list, but now they need your vote, and there's only two days left! From Crater Lake National Park, to hidden beaches, treetop adventures, towering waterfalls and gorgeous public gardens, there are a lot of truly special...
Oregon Black Bear Euthanized After Becoming Too Comfortable with Humans
The Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife (ODFW) is issuing a caution to residents about the hazards of feeding wild bears, following a distressing incident involving a black bear near Eugene. According to ODFW, the bear had become too accustomed to human interaction...