As the aroma of blooming roses fills the air in the "City of Roses," it's time to lace up your fun shoes, folks! The legendary Portland Rose Festival is back with a bang for its much-anticipated return in 2023! A rollicking celebration that Portland embraced as its...
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Portland Loses 18,000 Residents in Just Two Years, Census Bureau Reports
As reported by KATU, Portland, Oregon has been grappling with multiple simultaneous issues ranging from homelessness and gun violence to drug abuse and mental health problems, placing the city under a cloud of negativity. The city's image has taken a hit, and these...
The Unassuming Donut Shop in Oregon That Will Win Your Heart, One Donut at a Time
Sometimes, you just crave a donut. And not just any donut, but a warm, fluffy, perfectly fried ring of dough that simply melts in your mouth, exploding with flavors and sweetness. We all know about the popular spots like Voodoo Doughnuts, but let me tell you about a...
Immerse Yourself In Color At The Holi Spring Festival In Oregon
Topaz Farm, previously known as Kruger's, is a unique farm located on Sauvie Island near Portland, Oregon, known for its sustainable agricultural practices.The farm offers fresh produce grown sustainably on-site or sourced from neighboring farms, making it a local...
Oregon’s Magnificent Museum of Trees: Hoyt Arboretum
Located within the larger Washington Park in Portland, Oregon, Hoyt Arboretum is a hidden gem that should be on the itinerary of any nature lover visiting the city. The arboretum spans over 190 acres and has 12 miles of hiking trails, making it a perfect spot for...
REI to Close Portland Store Due to Rampant Theft and Crime
Hey Portland, get your act together. I've got some sad news to share with you about yet another local store packing up and leaving the Rose City. The REI store in the Pearl District, unfortunately, has announced that the store will be shutting its doors for good come...
Guide to The Best Portland, Oregon Parks
Portland is home to a whopping 325 parks with nearly 90% of the city's residents living within a 10 minute walk of one (far above the national average of just 55%). The sheer density of parks and green spaces in the City of Roses is just one of the many charms this...
A Walk Through Portland’s Tranquil Japanese Gardens
Portland is home to an incredible garden that was planted to heal wounds and bring two cultures closer together. While some locals at first resisted the planting of the garden in 1963, the Japanese Garden has become an Oregon gem and a Portland treasure and is much...
Strike it Big at the Ultimate Bowling Alley and Arcade in Oregon
If you are looking for a day of games, great food and all around fun for everyone then look no further than Big Al's in Beaverton. There's no shortage of fun things to do whether you're in need of a family fun day, catching the big game with your buddies, or simply...
Portland, Prepare for Stardom! Paramount Plus Seeks Movie Extras this April!
Oh, dear movie aficionados and Portland dwellers, brace yourselves for a reel-y exciting opportunity! As reported by The Oregonian, a delightful feature film will embark on its cinematographic journey in the picturesque surroundings of Portland this April. They’re...
Travel Site Ranks 2 Oregon Cities Among the Top Spots to See Cherry Blossoms in the World
Spring has arrived, and with it comes the highly anticipated cherry blossom season. Trips to Discover, a renowned travel website, recently published a list of the top 14 places worldwide to witness these stunning blooms. To no surprise, two of the locations on the...
The Iconic Oregon Steakhouse That’s Still Sizzling for 80+ Years
A Portland staple, a restaurant that everyone knows by name. If you haven't been there, you know someone who has, or it's on your list of places to “must dine''. Ringside Steakhouse has been in the neighborhood since 1944, and has been wowing patrons near and...