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If you’re looking for a weekend escape to recharge, this cozy log cabin near Bend, Oregon, might just be calling your name. Imagine unwinding in a rustic yet modern retreat with all the essentials: a crackling…
Oregon’s Astoria-Megler Bridge stands as a marvel of engineering, offering breathtaking views of the twinkling hills of Astoria and the expansive mouth of the Columbia River. This steel cantilevered truss bridge, painted a pale green, spans…
The last Blockbuster store in Bend, Oregon, has become the target of a viral rumor claiming it will close its doors on October 31, 2024. Social media posts have been widely shared, announcing the supposed end…
Related investigation: Housing costs are central to Oregon’s homelessness crisis, but the treatment system matters too. Read our documented history of how Oregon closed its large mental hospitals without fully building the community care meant to…
Just on the heels of Shari's permanently closing, Denny’s has announced plans to shutter 150 of its lowest-performing restaurants as part of an effort to revitalize its declining sales. However, the company has not yet revealed…
It feels like the end of an era. For many of us who grew up in Oregon and the Pacific Northwest, Shari’s Cafe & Pies wasn’t just another chain restaurant—it was a gathering place, a part…
900 caves, pretty wildflowers, stunning vistas, and oh yeah, did we mention that it's not far from the Oregon-California border? A year pass gets you in here and at Crater Lake National Park!
Ready to learn, laugh, and feast? This is a food adventure, and at the end of the night, you may find it hard to leave.
OHN DAY – A John Day woman, Hannah Pereira, has been missing since late August, and her family is increasingly worried for her safety. Originally reported by Elkhorn Media, Grant County Sheriff Todd McKinley confirmed that…
If you're dreaming of a scenic autumn road trip this year, Bend, Oregon, offers one of the most stunning backdrops to watch the leaves transform. Nestled in Central Oregon, Bend's high desert and mountain landscapes create…
As the cool, crisp air of fall descends on Oregon, there's something undeniably enchanting about finding the perfect retreat—a place where the vibrant colors of autumn and the history of the Pacific Northwest come together to…
As winter approaches, the Oregon coast is gearing up for the 2024 King Tides, one of nature’s most spectacular displays. These tides, known scientifically as perigean spring tides, occur when the gravitational pull of the Moon…
