The beloved event, Finders Keepers, is returning to Lincoln City, Oregon this weekend. From January 8th to 9th, 2022, it's your chance to try your luck at finding one of 100 gorgeous hand-blown glass floats on LC's seven miles of coastal beaches. The catch? There is...
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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.
Plans for Oneonta Gorge Reopening in Motion, No Date in Sight
Until 2017, the incomparable Oneonta Gorge on the Oregon side of the Columbia River Gorge was accessible to the public and a much-beloved spot to visit during the hot summer months. The Eagle Creek Fire started by illegal fireworks on September 2 of that year changed...
Snow & Heavy Wind Closes I-84 Through Columbia River Gorge
With snow dumping and high winds in the Columbia River Gorge, multiple sources are reporting Interstate 84 has been closed in both directions at milepost 17 in Troutdale to milepost 82 near The Dalles. The Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT) closed the section...
Uk site warns Mt. Hood “south of Portland” may erupt in 2022
The things you read on the internet are quite comical at times, especially when it's some site using stock images of Oregon across the world. Apparently not only is Mount Hood south of Portland (it is east in case you were wondering), but it may even erupt in the new...
Free Parking & Guided Hikes For State Parks Start Jan 1, 2022
Are you ready to put your hiking shoes to the dirt and get out there? Start the year off right in Oregon with one of the healthiest things you can do this year by hiking in Oregon. So get out there, get some fresh air, and soak in the beauty. Guided hikes in Oregon...
Seven-Foot King Tide Waves to Hit Oregon Coast New Year’s Day
Seven-foot king tide waves will start hitting shores Saturday on the Oregon Coast and are expected to push through the weekend, roaring into the new year on Monday, January 3, 2022. The latest marks the third in this winter's series of king tides, which happen every...
How To Drive in Snow & Ice Safely
With heavy snow right now in Oregon (at least heavy for us), I thought it would be a good time to offer some useful tips on how to drive in the snow. Driving in the snow can be challenging, even for many of us who have a lot of experience driving through the white...
Heavy Snow Likely to Blanket Eugene Area Around Christmas
Are you dreaming of a white Christmas? The latest forecast for snow in Oregon suggests it may be in store for the holidays in the Willamette Valley and especially in Lane County. According to the latest report, we may even see anywhere from 2 to 4 inches of snow...
Flood Watch in Effect for Large Portions of Western Oregon
According to NOAA, flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible from 1am Sunday 12/19 through Monday 12/20. Areas affected could include the Central Oregon Coast, Central Coast Range of Western Oregon, Central Willamette Valley, South Willamette Valley, and the...
Florence Rhododendron Festival Returning May 2022
Just a year younger than the Portland Rose Festival, the traditional Florence Rhododendron Festival is the second-oldest flower festival in Oregon and third oldest on the west coast. People travel from around the United States to attend this festival on the Oregon...
More Than 50 Earthquakes Strike Off Oregon Coast, No Threat of Tsunami
About 200 miles west of the Oregon coast lies the Blanco Fracture Zone, which is a hotbed of earthquake activity. In the last 24 hours around 50 earthquakes have taken place along the Blanco Fracture Zone, two of them with a magnitude of 5.8. Prelim M5.8 Earthquake...
The Portland Christmas Ship Parade Is Back For 2021
Ho ho ho Oregon, one of the largest and most beautiful Christmas parades ever has started for 2021. This classic parade goes clear back to 1954 and started with only one decorated sailboat gliding down the river. In the years following, more and more ships began to...











