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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.

Oregon Reports First Human Plague Case in Eight Years, Suspected to Originate from a Pet Cat

In a recent incident within Oregon, a resident came down with the bubonic plague after exposure to their seriously ill pet cat, marking the state's first encounter with the disease since 2015, local health authorities report. Yersinia pestis, the bacterium responsible for the plague, is subtly...

The Purrfect Oregon Cafe to Find Your New Cat Just Opened in the Valley

On January 31st, a new cat cafe opened in the Eugene-Springfield area. Yes, you read that correctly—a cat cafe! The Eugene Springfield Cat Lounge has just become one of only two cat cafes in the entire state (the only other is in Bend since Portland's Purrington’s closed down in late 2022)....

Eggs in Oregon and Washington Now Required to be Cage-Free

As reported by The Oregonian, a significant change in the poultry farming industry has been implemented in Oregon and Washington, with both states enforcing new regulations as of January 1 that require commercial egg farms to adopt cage-free environments for their hens. These regulations, which...

Oregon Coast Driver Takes Down Road Closure Barrier, Plunges Headfirst Into Highway Hole

As the old adage goes: play stupid games, win stupid prizes (and potentially a car fire). As reported by the Tillamook County Sheriff's Office, on January 21, 2024, at 8:22 am, Deputy Ben Berger, alongside Oregon State Trooper Jon King, Nestucca Fire, and Tillamook Ambulance, responded to a...

17-Year-Old Oregon Girl Goes Missing, Left Home Without ‘Phone, Money, Coat, or Medications’

UPDATE: Breauna Vaughn has been found safe, according to the Clackamas County Sheriff's Office. On Wednesday, Jan. 24, authorities from the sheriff's office reported that Vaughn was found safe. Further details were not disclosed. Local law enforcement is actively seeking assistance in the search...
Indoor Dining Allowed Again In Many Oregon Counties

Indoor Dining Allowed Again In Many Oregon Counties

As of Tuesday February 9th, 2021 ten more Oregon counties have dropped down from extreme Covid-19 risk down to high or moderate risk, which is good news for some restaurants and bars. For Oregon counties in the high risk category indoor dining, indoor fitness and...

Bailey’s Taproom in Portland Closes Their Doors Permanently

Bailey’s Taproom in Portland Closes Their Doors Permanently

After temporarily shutting down Bailey's Taproom and their sister bar, The Upper Lip in September, the owner told Brewpublic Saturday they are closing their doors for good. Back in September the owner of the bar, Geoff Phillips told Brewpublic, “I would hope that...

Vancouver Fireworks 4th Of July Show Canceled For 2021

Vancouver Fireworks 4th Of July Show Canceled For 2021

In light of the COVID-19 concerns, the Historic Trust has announced recently they are cancelling its Annual Vancouver Fireworks Spectacular which is held at Fort Vancouver Site. In order for the event to have still gone on, officials with the Historic Trust would have...

Cottage Grove, Oregon: A Guide to Things To Do

Cottage Grove, Oregon: A Guide to Things To Do

Just outside of Eugene, also a part of Lane County, you will find the little town of Cottage Grove, Oregon around 20 miles away. In fact, Cottage Grove is so charming it was recently earned number two on the list for 60 most charming towns in the country by...

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