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New Native American Cultural Exhibit Featured at Oregon’s High Desert Museum
Have you had a chance to visit the High Desert Museum yet in Bend, Oregon? This awesome museum focuses on history, nature, and the culture of Oregon's High Desert, and it continually develops new and interesting…
Bend May Be Getting A Second Chick-Fil-A, No Official Date In Sight
If you love Chick-fil-A as much as we do, you may be happy to hear a second Chick-fil-A restaurant may open in Bend, this time in the southern part of the city. At least the business…
Kah-Nee-Ta Resort Approves Funding For Reopening In 2023
Kah-Nee-Ta was once a thriving resort and tourist destination in Warm Springs. The resort featured an Olympic size swimming pool, lodge, spa, restaurants, golf course, and RV park. Living out most of its peak season in…
Have a Blast Feeding Salmon and Trout at Wizard Falls Fish Hatchery
While Wizard Falls itself no longer exists, there is still a kind of magic here. Located down the Metolius River from Black Butte Ranch in Central Oregon, the Wizard Falls Fish Hatchery is surrounded by lush…
Crater Lake Moving to Cashless Fee System for 2023
If you're looking to enter Oregon's beautiful Crater Lake National Park this year, make sure to have a card or mobile payment system in place. As of January 2023, visitors will no longer be able to…
This Unassuming Winery In Central Oregon Will Leave You in Awe
Central Oregon. Arguably one of the most beautiful areas of Oregon, picturesque with the snow capped mountains, high desert plains, and holding an average of about 158 days of clear skies per year. What better way…
This Popular Burger Joint in Oregon Will Knock Your Socks Off
Bogey's Burgers in Redmond, Oregon is the quintessential American burger joint. Juicy burgers, crispy fries, wings, and ice cream along with the motto, "happiness guaranteed," make this one burger joint you don't want to pass up…
Big Story Bookstore in Bend Is Central Oregon’s Largest Independent Bookstore
Big Story Bookstore in Bend pairs more than 25,000 new and used books with vinyl, films, local-interest shelves, special orders, and a genuinely browse-worthy stop near downtown.
Best Places to Live in Oregon in 2026: An Honest Local Guide
Hillsboro is our 2026 pick for the best place to live in Oregon if you need jobs, schools, and healthcare in one city. This rebuilt guide ranks 14 cities with current Census and labor data, honest…
This Little Dumpling Shop In Bend Oregon Will Make Your Taste Buds Explode
There's a hidden gem in Bend Oregon where you can try delicious dumplings from around the world. Dump City Dumplings features Chinese steamed bun dumplings inspired by various cultures and bursting with flavor. This is one…
These Luxury Cabins On The Metolius River Are Perfect For A Weekend Getaway
If you're into the relaxing sound of a river soothing you to sleep, cabins nestled between groves of aspens and ponderosa pines, and stunning views of the night sky, the Metolius River Resort is a must…