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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.

‘Yellowstone’ Updates and a Star’s Surprising Connection to Oregon

While "Yellowstone" has become a cultural juggernaut with a massive following, I personally find it to be one of the most overrated shows on television. Despite its widespread popularity, the series often leaves me feeling bored and unengaged. Ironically, though, I actually enjoyed the prequels,...

Police Plead for Help in Finding 12-Year-Old Eugene Boy Believed to Be in Danger

At That Oregon Life, the safety and well-being of missing children is one of our highest priorities. We want to bring attention to a 12-year-old foster child who is currently missing and believed to be in danger. The Oregon Department of Human Services (ODHS) has issued an alert regarding Chayton...

From Garlic Ice Cream to Parades, Oregon’s 2024 Garlic Festival Starts Today

The rich, unmistakable aroma of garlic is filling the air in North Plains, Oregon, as the 2024 Elephant Garlic Festival kicks off today. Running from August 9th to 11th at Jessie Mays Community Park, this year’s festival is more exciting than ever, celebrating its 26th anniversary in true...

Wildfire Forces ‘Go Now’ Level 3 Evacuations at Henry Hagg Lake in Oregon

A wildfire erupted near Henry Hagg Lake on Thursday afternoon, triggering an immediate level 3 "go now" evacuation for the community of Cherry Grove. As an Oregonian who has witnessed these destructive fires year after year, it’s hard not to feel a growing frustration. What used to be a season of...

Siletz Tribe Brings Oregon to Life with 2024 Nesika Illahee Pow-Wow

The Nesika Illahee Pow-Wow, hosted annually by the Confederated Tribes of Siletz Indians, is set to unfold this Friday, Saturday, and Sunday in Siletz. This cherished event, deeply rooted in tradition for the Siletz community and other Indigenous peoples, is open to the public and offers a...
6.4-magnitude Earthquake Rocks Northern California

6.4-magnitude Earthquake Rocks Northern California

An earthquake hit coastal Northern California early Tuesday, which was reportedly 10 miles deep near Eureka in Humboldt County. The quake hit around 2:30 am, according to the U.S. Geological Survey, just 7.4 miles west-southwest of Ferndale.   Road Closure: State...

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