Portland, Oregon, is experiencing the departure of another well-known dining establishment from its area. Cracker Barrel recently announced its decision to permanently close its remaining restaurants in the Portland region. Locations in Beaverton and Tualatin, Oregon...
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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.
Portland, Prepare for Stardom! Paramount Plus Seeks Movie Extras this April!
Oh, dear movie aficionados and Portland dwellers, brace yourselves for a reel-y exciting opportunity! As reported by The Oregonian, a delightful feature film will embark on its cinematographic journey in the picturesque surroundings of Portland this April. They’re...
Travel Site Ranks 2 Oregon Cities Among the Top Spots to See Cherry Blossoms in the World
Spring has arrived, and with it comes the highly anticipated cherry blossom season. Trips to Discover, a renowned travel website, recently published a list of the top 14 places worldwide to witness these stunning blooms. To no surprise, two of the locations on the...
Time Magazine Adds Willamette Valley, Oregon, to its 2023 List of World’s Greatest Places
Oregon's Willamette Valley has been included in Time magazine's World's Greatest Places 2023 list, which features 50 of the most exciting travel destinations in the world. The valley is known for its impressive and extensive winery scene, and was described as "the...
Historic “Twilight” Location Finally Getting New Life After Devastating 2011 Fire
Yes, I was a Twilight fan. I'm not going to say I was a "Twi-Hard" by any means, but in my 20's I enjoyed the books immensely. I also may have seen every movie in the theater as they came out. Not that they were great by any stretch of the imagination, but two things...
▶️ WATCH: A Giant, Color-Changing Creature Swims Through Tide Pools in Oregon
The Oregon Coast is home to a color-changing creature that is a “master of disguise,” according to a video that shows the creature swimming through tide pools. A change in its coloring and texture can be seen as it glides through the shallow water and reaches a rocky...
Newport raises funds to rebuild its sea lion docks, destroyed by winter storms
During the winter storms last December, one of Newport's most popular tourist attractions suffered a serious blow and it is now in the process of rebuilding the docks and bringing back the blubbery mammals. Some docks drifted away and others were destroyed, according...
1.3 Million Tons of Radioactive Waste “Deemed Safe” By Japan to Dump Into the Pacific
In 2012, debris of all kinds began washing up on the shores of Oregon's coastline, the largest of which was a 66-foot concrete dock that made its way to Agate Beach. This was only the largest tip of the iceberg. Soccer balls, plastic bottles, wooden planks, fishing...
Oregon’s Newport Seafood & Wine Festival Is Back For 2023
Come and celebrate the biggest party on the Oregon Coast at the Newport Seafood & Wine Festival this winter! For 45 years, the event has welcomed locals and visitors alike to taste some of the best regional wines. Sample wines with family and friends while eating...
Teenager From Salem Found After Missing Since 2021
Ezra Mayhugh, a 17-year-old teen from Salem, Oregon, who went missing for over a year, has finally returned home and has been reunited with his family. This has been a huge relief for the Mayhugh family, who have been searching for their son for the past 16 months....
Get a Taste of the Oregon Coast for Presidents Day With Glass Floats, Wine, and Chowder
When we are talking about the gorgeous Oregon Coast, do you really need an excuse to go? Nonetheless, this coming weekend as Presidents Day is celebrated, you have some options if you are headed this way. Glass Floats, Chowder, & Wine For Presidents Day Related: 5...
Bend May Be Getting A Second Chick-Fil-A, No Official Date In Sight
If you love Chick-fil-A as much as we do, you may be happy to hear a second Chick-fil-A restaurant may open in Bend, this time in the southern part of the city. At least the business has begun the process. Bend, Oregon is a popular outdoor recreation destination...