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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.

Kah-Nee-Ta Resort Sets Reopening Date After Long-Awaited Renovation

After years of renovations, delays, and anticipation, Kah-Nee-Ta Hot Springs Resort has finally announced its reopening date. The Warm Springs resort revealed on Monday that it will welcome guests again starting Thursday, July 18. Visitors can look forward to enjoying new hot spring soaking pools,...

Oregon Battles More Wildfires This Year Versus Last as New Fire Near Blue River Erupts

A red flag warning has been issued for the Willamette Valley and the length of Western Oregon due to the increased risk of thunderstorms and lightning igniting new wildfires. The National Weather Service cautioned on Tuesday that "frequent lightning and critically dry fuels may result in numerous...

Injured 160lbs Great Pyrenees Rescued from Saddle Mountain on Oregon Coast

In a dramatic and heartfelt rescue on July 12, a 160-pound Great Pyrenees was carried off Saddle Mountain after its paws became severely injured during a hike. The incident has sparked conversations about the safety and preparedness of hiking with pets on rough trails. The Great Pyrenees, a...

Eastern Oregon’s Cow Valley Fire Grows to 73,000 Acres, Puts Homes in Danger

The Cow Valley Fire in Malheur County has rapidly expanded, now engulfing 73,727 acres. This intense blaze is currently uncontained and has already destroyed two structures while threatening between 30 to 50 homes in the Brogan area. The fire has also necessitated the closure of Highway 26 between...

Dramatic Footage Captures Heroic Police in Oregon Saving Family from Burning Home

In a dramatic and heroic rescue, Redmond Police officers Jeremy Rutledge, Riley Powell, and Sergeant Jered Kirk saved a family of five from their burning home on July 5. The incident, captured on body camera footage, unfolded at 1:22 a.m. on NW Redwood Avenue, where two neighboring homes caught...
Scout Northwest On Oregon Coast Reopens Their Doors

Scout Northwest On Oregon Coast Reopens Their Doors

If you're wondering how you can support local business, and happen to be in the Lincoln City area on the Oregon Coast, or Seaside, make sure and stop at our favorite store SCOUT Northwest Trading Company. As of Friday, May 15, Scout locations are once again open and...

New Drive-In Movie Theater To Open On Oregon Coast Tomorrow

New Drive-In Movie Theater To Open On Oregon Coast Tomorrow

Drive in movies are something that many people in our modern times have never had the pleasure of experiencing. The Pop Up : Drive In : Stay Safe in Astoria, Oregon is aiming to change that, all from the safety and comfort of your own vehicle. Due to current social...

Man steals rifle from Mazama Sporting Goods in Eugene, $500 reward

Man steals rifle from Mazama Sporting Goods in Eugene, $500 reward

A man who stole a rifle and a scope from Mazama Sporting Goods in Eugene around 11:30 a.m. was caught on camera, and the owners are seeking any information you may have immediately. Mazama Sporting Goods, according to their Facebook post, is offering a $500 reward for...

Oregon State Park Closure To Be Extended Past May 8

Oregon State Park Closure To Be Extended Past May 8

In light of COVID-19, Oregon State Parks have announced via Facebook that the state park system is to remain closed past May 8. This news comes just one day after Washington state announcing state parks will open again May 5. No daytime or overnight visitors are...

Drive-Thru Strip Club in Oregon Offers Free TP and Food Delivery

Drive-Thru Strip Club in Oregon Offers Free TP and Food Delivery

If there's going to be a strip club open amidst a global pandemic, of COURSE it is going to happen in Portland, Oregon. Lucky Devil Lounge started with their new food delivery service, with dancers bringing food to your door. The service was formerly known as Boober...

40-Foot Whale Washes Up On Oregon Coast Overnight

40-Foot Whale Washes Up On Oregon Coast Overnight

Just a few miles North of Pacific City and Cape Kiwanda you will find the Sandlake Recreation Area, where a 40 foot male grey whale washed up on Sand Lake overnight. The area covers 1,076 acres of open sand dunes, surrounded by forests and along side the Pacific...

Mysterious Lights in Sky Friday Night Cause Stir in Eugene Area

Mysterious Lights in Sky Friday Night Cause Stir in Eugene Area

In the day of UFO sightings becoming a regular thing, people are naturally curious and drawn to explainable lights and flying objects in the sky. As now even reported by local news stations as staff at KEZI counted counted 20 lights over a 10 minute period coming from...

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