Oregon Considers Hotels and Businesses in State Parks as Budget Shortfall Looms
Oregon’s state parks are some of our greatest treasures – wild, beautiful, and (at least for now) free from the kind of tacky commercialization you see elsewhere. But if state officials get their way, those days might be numbered. As first reported by OPB, Oregon State Parks is facing a 14% budget shortfall and has decided the best way to plug the hole isn’t by fighting for public funding or cutting waste—it’s by inviting more businesses into our parks. That could mean everything from new...
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.
Award Winning Ken’s Artisan Pizza Opening Soon In Bend
This wood fired pizza joint is the recipient of numerous awards, and with good reason. Their pizza will light your senses and your taste buds alight in the best way possible.
Injured 160lbs Great Pyrenees Rescued from Saddle Mountain on Oregon Coast
In a dramatic and heartfelt rescue on July 12, a 160-pound Great Pyrenees was carried off Saddle Mountain after its paws became severely injured during a hike. The incident has sparked conversations...
This Popular Oregon Café Is Famous for a Sweet Roll That Will Make Your Taste Buds Explode
Their hand rolled croissants, rustic and imperfect in the best way, have a unique character that’s hard to find elsewhere.
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!
The Little Pink House That Serves Up Some Of The Best Breakfast In All Of Oregon
When you see fresh blueberry scones with a delicate lemon glaze coming out of the kitchen, you’ll think, ‘I really want to try that’.
The Art of the Omelete Has Been Perfected at This Cozy Oregon Cafe
If the word “omelette” is in the name of your restaurant and proudly featured on the sign out front, you better be able to deliver on what you advertise. Not to worry, dear reader, because Sybil’s...
The Giant Bloody Marys At This Popular Pub In Oregon Are True Works Of Art
For many of us, going out to brunch with friends doesn’t really count if there’s not a bloody mary involved. Thankfully, folks in West Eugene can now claim one of the best bloodies in town—or is it...
▶️WATCH: Last Blockbuster In World Ran Ad During Super Bowl, And It Was Perfect
Forgive me if I'm late to the game, but somehow I missed out on this little gem while I was actually watching the Super Bowl. Multiple news agencies and blogs reported on the ad that was run by the last Blockbuster on Earth, right here in Bend, Oregon. The ad, while...
1.3 Million Tons of Radioactive Waste “Deemed Safe” By Japan to Dump Into the Pacific
In 2012, debris of all kinds began washing up on the shores of Oregon's coastline, the largest of which was a 66-foot concrete dock that made its way to Agate Beach. This was only the largest tip of the iceberg. Soccer balls, plastic bottles, wooden planks, fishing...
Oregon’s Newport Seafood & Wine Festival Is Back For 2023
Come and celebrate the biggest party on the Oregon Coast at the Newport Seafood & Wine Festival this winter! For 45 years, the event has welcomed locals and visitors alike to taste some of the best regional wines. Sample wines with family and friends while eating...
Teenager From Salem Found After Missing Since 2021
Ezra Mayhugh, a 17-year-old teen from Salem, Oregon, who went missing for over a year, has finally returned home and has been reunited with his family. This has been a huge relief for the Mayhugh family, who have been searching for their son for the past 16 months....
It Doesn’t Get Much Sweeter Than the SweetHeart Waffle Truck in Oregon
It wasn't an easy path for Amiee Blevins to get where she's at today with SweetHeart Waffle Truck, but she pushed through and grew easily one of the most popular food trucks on the Oregon Coast. The truth is, anything worth doing generally never is easy - especially...
A Trail Of Tears And Blood: Hiking Amanda’s Trail On The Oregon Coast
Scenic, and dark. Beautiful, and haunting. Amanda's trail on the Oregon coast is more than just a pretty spot to hike, it's a place of reflection on Oregon's dark history of forced relocation of native peoples. Visitors come here to hike in Oregon's coastal...
Get a Taste of the Oregon Coast for Presidents Day With Glass Floats, Wine, and Chowder
“Want to make up for a lackluster Valentine’s Day? Here’s your ticket out of the doghouse! This tasty event is only three days after so you can make it like it was part of the plan all along!”
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 has begun the process. Bend, Oregon is a popular outdoor recreation destination...
The Owyhee Canyonlands of Oregon are a Geologic Masterpiece
If you're a fan of the Grand Canyon and the great, untouched American West, but are looking for a similar experience closer to home, the Owyhee Canyonlands in Eastern Oregon are just the ticket. This stunning natural wonder offers a rugged and...
This Gorgeous Day Hike In Eastern Oregon Leads To A Dramatic Natural Wonder
Eastern Oregon has hundreds of gorgeous trails to explore. One of the most interesting trails in this part of our beautiful state leads to a dramatic geological wonder: Twin Pillars in the Ochoco National Forest. If you're up for a nice long day hike through a varied...