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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.

Bill Could Make Cellphone Use in Oregon Classrooms a Thing of the Past

A statewide ban on cell phones in Oregon’s K-12 classrooms could soon be on the books, following years of discussion and rising concern over the impact of personal devices on student learning and well-being. On Wednesday, March 26, the House Committee on Education held a public hearing on House...

BREAKING: Cat Confirms It Did, In Fact, Lick the Lasagna

In a stunning turn of events Tuesday evening, household cat Mr. Biscuits has officially confirmed that he licked the lasagna, and, according to inside sources, would “do it again in a heartbeat.” The lasagna, a bubbling tray of cheesy perfection prepared by 34-year-old Julia Patterson for her book...

Oregon Braces for Rare Tornado Risk as Severe Storms Target the Willamette Valley

A rare and potentially dangerous weather event is expected to impact parts of Oregon and the broader Pacific Northwest on Wednesday, with the possibility of large hail, damaging winds, and even isolated tornadoes—an unusual combination for the region. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric...

Oregon School Earns “Gold Medal in Predator Enablement” After Flawless Record of Inaction

In a historic achievement for institutional apathy, St. Helens High School has been awarded the coveted Gold Medal in Predator Enablement, a rare honor bestowed upon educational institutions demonstrating "exceptional consistency in ignoring red flags, downplaying allegations, and quietly...

Locals Shocked as Portland RV Appears to Give Birth to Full-Sized Truck in Public

PORTLAND, OR — In a shocking roadside event that eyewitnesses are describing as “equal parts beautiful and deeply upsetting,” a vintage RV parked outside a shuttered Hollywood Video reportedly gave birth to a fully grown, lifted pickup truck Tuesday afternoon. “I just came out of Plaid Pantry with...
Our first podcast is live: Axe throwing and more at Scout

Our first podcast is live: Axe throwing and more at Scout

I can remember the first time a friend of mine told me we should do a podcast on That Oregon Life. That was around 5 years ago... And while I have always wanted to do one for the brand, I simply just hadn't got to it yet. Until now! I could not be more excited to...

Video: Adorable Cat In Pack Loves Hiking With Her Owner

Video: Adorable Cat In Pack Loves Hiking With Her Owner

We do our best here at That Oregon Life to steer you away from the massive stream of negativity we are bombarded with daily by corporate media. So when I come across something like this, I of course would be doing you all a disservice if I did not share it! According...

Possible SpaceX Rocket Debris Found on Oregon Coast

Possible SpaceX Rocket Debris Found on Oregon Coast

Well there's something you don't see every day... Apparently, last Friday, the Lincoln County Sheriffs reported they found what appears to be charred debris from the Falcon X rocket. As many of you reading this probably recall, at the end of March the rocket made a...

In-N-Out And Chick-Fil-A To Possibly Open Springfield Locations

In-N-Out And Chick-Fil-A To Possibly Open Springfield Locations

The Gateway area of Springfield, Oregon may not only be getting In-N-Out Burger in the near future, but a Chick-Fil-A too. According to the latest, both fast food restaurants have a four-acre property on the southwest corner of Gateway and Beltline in mind. While...

Pilot Project For In-Home Vaccinations Underway in Columbia County

Pilot Project For In-Home Vaccinations Underway in Columbia County

On February 27th, 2021 Columbia County Oregon launched a pilot project for in-home vaccinations for people who are homebound and unable to get to vaccination clinics. Qualified homebound candidates took part in the project to test feasibility of in-home vaccinations....

New App to Warn of Earthquakes on Oregon And Washington Coast

New App to Warn of Earthquakes on Oregon And Washington Coast

You never know when an earthquake will hit, and next month an app already active in California will be available to warn of any earthquakes to those on the beaches of the Oregon and Washington coast. Clearly, this app can be extremely useful in a nightmare scenario...

Young Boy Found in Bethany Area, Authorities Searching For Parents

Young Boy Found in Bethany Area, Authorities Searching For Parents

4:19 PM 2/19/21 Update: The child has now been reunited with his parents. A young boy who was found near NW Springville Rd & Starflower Dr is raising some questions, and authorities need your help. The Washington County Sheriff's Office at this time is searching...

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