City of Portland Absolutely Obliterated as Urban War Escalates
It’s been a long time coming. After years of jokes about endless protests, artisanal chaos, and bridges that seem to exist just to get spray-painted, Portland has finally fulfilled every wild exaggeration by spontaneously detonating into a massive fireball. The city is now a smoking crater that geologists say could technically qualify as Oregon’s newest lake. The War Zone What began as scattered skirmishes between street musicians and impatient commuters has escalated into what Pentagon...
TRAVEL
Oregon is a beautiful destination for travelers who enjoy exploring the great outdoors. With its diverse landscape of mountains, forests, waterfalls, and coastline, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
Your Plate Will Be Overflowing With Italian Goodness At This Oregon Eatery
This is a place where good food, good wine, and good company come together in the best possible way.
This Little Oregon Beach Features Amazing History And A Beautiful Coastal Waterfall
Hug Point State Recreation Site may be small, but it offers big adventures and an even bigger dose of Oregon's coastal beauty. Tucked just five miles south of Cannon Beach, this scenic spot is more...
This Oregon Hill Near Willamina Smiles Back At You Every Autumn
Most visible in fall when the larch turn yellow, Smiley Face Hill is a simple and lovely reminder that even nature has a sense of humor.
FOOD & DRINK
Explore Oregon’s food and drink scene – from locally sourced ingredients to craft brews and award-winning wines. Plan your culinary adventure now!
Sip On A Refreshing 48 Ounce Margarita And Beat The Heat At Oregon’s Margarita Factory
The origins of the margarita are a bit of a puzzle, with many people vying for the prestige of having invented it. This iconic drink has been around since the late 1930s, blending tequila, orange...
Enjoy Tasty Treats Fresh From The Oven At Bandon Coffee Cafe In Oregon
I love Bandon for so many reasons. The fresh, salty air, coastal history, and charming, walkable Old Town area make this Southern Oregon Coast beach town a favorite for locals and tourists alike....
The Southern Oregon Coast Revels in Bandon’s 78th Annual Cranberry Festival
The picturesque town of Bandon, Oregon is again set to host its annual celebration of the region's rich cranberry heritage. Merging 78 years of tradition with contemporary festivity, the Bandon...
Real-life Goonies Explored in an Upcoming Documentary Premiering Next Month
For over a decade, historians Doug Kenck-Crispin and J.B. Fischer have been engrossed with an Oregon Coast shipwreck that inspired the film "The Goonies". Their documentary, "The True Quest for Fabled Treasure on the Oregon Coast", produced with Tony Altamirano,...
How Oregon Nearly Lost Its Iconic Public Beach Access
Among all the coastal states in the U.S., Oregon and Hawaii shine prominently for safeguarding public access to their beaches. Oregon, in particular, champions the public's rights to its shores. The pivotal Beach Bill of 1967, coupled with a 1969 decision by the...
Oregon Ski Resort Celebrates the Majestic Arrival of the Season’s First Snowfall
Hey snow enthusiasts! The mountain gods heard our snowy pleas! Last week on the 21st, Oregon's very own Mount Bachelor gave us an exhilarating sneak peek, showcasing its very first sprinkling of snow for the upcoming season. And guess what? We've captured the...
Target To Close 3 Portland Stores Due to Theft and Crime
It's no secret that crime in Portland, Oregon, has become increasingly worse in recent years. In 2022, the city saw a 30% increase in homicides and a 10% increase in robberies. Property crime, such as theft and burglary, has also increased significantly. This rise in...
The West Coast Giant Pumpkin Regatta Returns to Oregon For Fall
In the heart of autumn, when the leaves turn fiery and the air is crisp, Oregon is set to host one of its most beloved and whimsical events – the West Coast Giant Pumpkin Regatta. Now, if you’re thinking to yourself, “Did I just read ‘pumpkin’ and ‘regatta’ in the...
Italian Pizza Association Ranks Portland Pizzeria Among World’s Finest
Last week, a prominent pizza association from Italy recognized a Portland eatery, Ken's Artisan Pizza located at 304 S.E. 28th Ave., as the 18th leading pizzeria on a global scale during an event held in Naples' historic Palazzo Reale. Previously, this establishment...
New York Times Features 3 Oregon Restaurants Among US Best
In a testament to Oregon's burgeoning culinary scene, three distinct eateries from the state have been christened by the New York Times as some of the most compelling dining destinations in the U.S. this year. The Pearl of Portland, Lilia Comedor, finds its niche on...
Is Your Goonies VHS Tape Worth $125,000? Oregon’s Iconic Film Sparks Interest!
If you're on the brink of decluttering, you might want to take a moment and rummage through those old VHS collections. There's a particular gem, filmed right in our picturesque state – "The Goonies" – that's generating quite a buzz. In today's digital age, where most...
How To Catch A Glimpse Of Oregon’s Elusive Smiley Face Hill
There are some things in life so purely wholesome and joyful, you can’t help but smile when you see them—among these are a laughing baby, a litter of new puppies, and “Smiley Face Hill” outside of Willamina, Oregon. So where is this infamous hill and how do you catch...
Oregon Ranks Fourth in Pumpkin Spice Latte Obsession, But Why?
The leaves haven’t even started their colorful autumn transition, and yet there's already a buzz about pumpkin spice lattes. And not surprisingly (or maybe surprisingly for some of us), Oregon has been identified as the 4th most pumpkin spice latte-obsessed state in a...