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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,…
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…
According to a report by Willamette Week, the Portland Police Bureau's specialized narcotics task force has achieved a significant milestone in its fight against drug trafficking, with a record amount of fentanyl seizures early this year,…
In the heart of Oregon, a story unfolds that seems almost too good to be true. Last Saturday, amidst the regular hustle and bustle, someone's life changed forever with the purchase of a single Powerball ticket.…
You may have never heard of a velella before, but if you’re traveling to Cannon Beach or any of Oregon’s beaches in the next few days you may get a first-hand look at a lot of…
In a unique discovery reported by KOIN news, a family from the greater Portland area found a 2-pound rock resembling a human heart in shape, color, and size on the Oregon Coast. The Ransom family discovered…
In the mystical realm of the Pacific Northwest, an astronomical ballet is set to unfold under the vast, ever-shifting tapestry of the sky this Monday morning. Unlike the celestial spectacle of 2017, where the sun and…
In what can be seen as a reflection of the challenges faced by businesses in downtown Portland, the Buffalo Wild Wings located near Southwest 4th and Morrison has shuttered its doors after a 17-year run. The…
Recently a string of wolverine sightings in Oregon has people interested in this carnivorous animal and asking if it's the same animal being spotted over and over again, or if each sighting is of a different…
In Portland, Oregon, a recent advisory might make prospective homebuyers in Oregon take a pause. A fresh analysis conducted by Bankrate's financial experts reveals that owning a home in Oregon, as of 2024, is no small…
As reported by The Oregonian, Camp Namanu, Oregon's oldest camp dedicated to girls' nature experiences, has achieved recognition as a National Historic District within the National Register of Historic Places. Boasting over a century of history,…
In Oregon, the landscape of small-scale farming is undergoing a seismic shift due to recent regulatory changes affecting water rights and farm operations. These changes are casting a shadow over the future of family farms and…
