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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.

Clark County Jail Mistakenly Releases Inmate, Police Urge Public to Assist

In a baffling and concerning situation, authorities are now searching for a 27-year-old inmate who was mistakenly set free by the Clark County Jail instead of being returned to Oregon custody. The Oregon Department of Corrections (ODC) reported on Sunday that Maurice Xavier Haynes was released in...

20 Years Later, Oregon Family Seeks Answers in Glenn Pennie’s Mysterious Disappearance

He was all set to drive to California to inherit a million dollar estate. He called a friend the night before his drive to let them know he was coming. The next morning, he had vanished without a trace.

Oregon Prepares for Potential Election Unrest with National Guard on Standby

With Election Day around the corner, CNN reports that National Guard troops are on standby in multiple states, including Washington and Oregon, to address potential civil unrest. Concerns have grown after ballot drop boxes were deliberately set ablaze, causing damage to hundreds of ballots. Most...

Winter Storm Warning Brings Heavy Snow to Crater Lake and Surrounding Areas Until Friday

If you're dreaming of visiting Crater Lake this winter, get ready for some serious snow—and if you're heading up anytime soon, be prepared. A Winter Storm Warning is in effect for mountain areas of southern Oregon above 5,000 feet, including the breathtaking Crater Lake National Park. This winter...

26 Foot Waves To Hit Oregon Coast Tonight, Warning To Stay Off Beaches

People are advised to stay away from jetties, low lying beaches and surf zones in the affected area.

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...

Pink Floyd to Stream Full Concert Videos During COVID-19

Pink Floyd to Stream Full Concert Videos During COVID-19

If there's one thing we have no shortage of in America amidst the COVID-19 virus, it's at home entertainment. One of the most influential and talented bands ever known to man, Pink Floyd, is expected to launch a weekly series of full concert videos on YouTube starting...

Farmers’ Market in Corvallis, Oregon to open this Saturday

Farmers’ Market in Corvallis, Oregon to open this Saturday

Looking to get some fresh produce? Well you will be happy to know the Corvallis-Albany Farmers' Market is expected to open up this Saturday, April 18. Of course, as shown in the post on Facebook, some basic guidelines should be followed in light of COVID-19. The...

104-Year-Old Oregon Man Believed To Be Oldest COVID-19 Survivor

104-Year-Old Oregon Man Believed To Be Oldest COVID-19 Survivor

I recently came across an incredible and heartwarming story from OPB about a man known as Bill Lapschies. The man had a big reason to celebrate in Lebanon, Oregon outside the Edward C. Allworth Veterans’ Home - at 104 years old he has officially beat COVID-19, also...

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