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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.

Second Missing Woman’s Body Recovered After Group Swept Over Oregon Waterfall

The search for six people who were swept over Dillon Falls on the Deschutes River Saturday afternoon has taken another heartbreaking turn. On Monday, the Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office confirmed that divers recovered the body of a second woman from the river around 11 a.m. Crews have been...

Pack of Hungry Cougars Storm Springfield Walmart

SPRINGFIELD, OR — Panic broke out Monday afternoon when a pack of hungry cougars stormed the Springfield Walmart, raiding shelves and sending shoppers sprinting for the exits. Witnesses say the animals first appeared in the parking lot around 2 p.m., circling shopping carts and eyeing customers...

New Floating Weed Shop Turns Crater Lake Into Oregon’s Most Relaxed Tourist Attraction

CRATER LAKE, OR — In a bold move that has park rangers scratching their heads and several kayakers bobbing in approval, Oregon’s first floating marijuana dispensary officially opened this week on Crater Lake. The aptly named “Lake and Bake Cannabis Co.” is a houseboat-turned-pot-shop that promises...

1 Dead, 2 Missing After Group Swept Over Waterfall Near Bend

The Deschutes River is one of Central Oregon’s crown jewels. Each summer, thousands of people flock to its waters to float, kayak, fish, and soak in the rugged beauty of tumbling waterfalls and lava rock canyons. But this past weekend, the river turned deadly at one of its most dramatic features,...

Oregon Considers Hotels and Businesses in State Parks as Budget Shortfall Looms

Oregon’s state parks are some of our greatest treasures – wild, beautiful, and (at least for now) free from the kind of tacky commercialization you see elsewhere. But if state officials get their way, those days might be numbered. As first reported by OPB, Oregon State Parks is facing a 14% budget...
Wolverine’s Surprise Return Sparks Wonder in Oregon

Wolverine’s Surprise Return Sparks Wonder in Oregon

This wolverine was spotted running around Barlow today. https://t.co/7il4xA4TON pic.twitter.com/4JphRtwplG— FOX 12 Oregon (@fox12oregon) February 26, 2024 In the quaint city of Barlow, nestled along the bustling Oregon 99, an unexpected visitor has made an...

Snow Coming to Oregon Next Week, So Get Your Sun Fix While You Can

Snow Coming to Oregon Next Week, So Get Your Sun Fix While You Can

According to the Statesman Journal, this week we should take advantage of Oregon's sunny days while they last. Next week, the mild spring weather will give way to chilly rainfall and potential snow flurries in the Willamette Valley, with the mountains expecting...

Oregon Senate Fails to Pass Bill to Eliminate Daylight Saving Time

Oregon Senate Fails to Pass Bill to Eliminate Daylight Saving Time

Oregon's latest legislative showdown has left many of us scratching our heads, and frankly, a bit miffed. The stage was set for Oregon to lead the West Coast into a new era, free from the hassle of flipping our clocks back and forth. Yet, in a moment that can only be...

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