by Jessica Tomlinson | Jan 29, 2024 | Adventures, Camping, Featured, Fishing, Interesting, Mountain Biking, Southern Oregon, Travel
Tucked away in the lush embrace of the Rogue River-Siskiyou National Forest, Applegate Lake is a hidden gem in southern Oregon that feels like it's straight out of a postcard. This 988-acre lake, surrounded by the rugged beauty of the Applegate Valley and the...
by Tyler James | Jan 28, 2024 | News
As reported by The Oregonian, a significant change in the poultry farming industry has been implemented in Oregon and Washington, with both states enforcing new regulations as of January 1 that require commercial egg farms to adopt cage-free environments for their...
by Diana Flowers | Jan 25, 2024 | Adventures
Confession time. I’ve driven past signs for this place more times than I can count, but never really knew what was hiding under my nose the whole time. The Rice Northwest Museum of Rocks and Minerals is not some dinky, truck-stop attraction—this is a legit,...
by Danielle Denham | Jan 24, 2024 | FAIL, Featured, News
As the old adage goes: play stupid games, win stupid prizes (and potentially a car fire). As reported by the Tillamook County Sheriff's Office, on January 21, 2024, at 8:22 am, Deputy Ben Berger, alongside Oregon State Trooper Jon King, Nestucca Fire, and Tillamook...
by Jessica Tomlinson | Jan 24, 2024 | Featured, Food & Drink, Restaurants, Salem, Travel
Found in Salem, Oregon, Patty's Off-Center Cafe has been a hidden gem since its inception in February of 2015. With a modest 38-seat setup, this unassuming diner has quickly become a staple for locals and visitors alike, distinguishing itself in a town known for its...
by Tyler James | Jan 23, 2024 | News
UPDATE: Breauna Vaughn has been found safe, according to the Clackamas County Sheriff's Office. On Wednesday, Jan. 24, authorities from the sheriff's office reported that Vaughn was found safe. Further details were not disclosed. Local law enforcement is actively...
by Tyler James | Jan 23, 2024 | Adventures
Exciting news for Burgerville enthusiasts! The beloved regional chain is set to spice up the culinary scene with a brand-new location in Wilsonville, Oregon. This announcement, originally covered by the Statesman Journal, brings a fresh wave of excitement for Pacific...
by Diana Flowers | Jan 23, 2024 | Food & Drink, Restaurants
There’s not a lot to see in the small, blink-and-you'll-miss-it town of Westport along Hwy 30. In fact, the one establishment you probably do know here lies between Clatskanie and Astoria and is the fantastic Berry Patch Restaurant. Nowhere else in the area can you...
by Jessica Tomlinson | Jan 22, 2024 | Entertainment, Family Fun, Featured, History, History, Interesting, Things To Do, Travel, Willamette Valley
Nestled in the heart of the Willamette valley in McMinnville, Oregon, the Evergreen Aviation and Space Museum stands as a towering testament to the human spirit's relentless pursuit of flight. This gem of the Pacific Northwest isn't a normal museum, it's a journey...
by Tyler James | Jan 22, 2024 | Adventures
If you're on the hunt for mouthwatering ribs that are so tender they practically fall off the bone, then you've come to the right place! At the Oregon Barbecue Company (OBC), nestled in the heart of the Pacific Northwest, the air buzzes with excitement and the rich...