by Diana Flowers | May 13, 2023 | Food, Food & Drink, Restaurants
In Spanish, el gordo means "fat," and although you'll find many taquerias throughout the area with some version of "el gordo" in their name, nothing will compare to the authenticity and taste you'll get at Tacos el Gordo in McMinnville. Carnitas and asada tacos, photo...
by Tyler James | May 12, 2023 | News, Weather
Weather warnings are in effect as a heatwave threatens to engulf over 8 million residents across the greater expanse of Seattle and Portland, as well as western Washington and northwestern Oregon. From Saturday to Monday, the mercury is forecasted to touch the high...
by Diana Flowers | May 12, 2023 | Food, Food & Drink, Southern Oregon
Donut Country in Medford has hardly changed a lick in the last 30 years and that’s just as it should be. Occupying the same building on E Jackson Street since 1990, Linda Kendrick and now her daughter Susan “Suz” Stewart have been running this donut shop for 33 years...
by Tyler James | May 10, 2023 | Eugene, Food, Food & Drink, News, Travel, Western Oregon
Springfield, Oregon is abuzz with excitement as the beloved fast-food chain Chick-Fil-A gears up to set up shop in the city. This comes as a surprise to many, as the famed burger joint In-N-Out was once vying for the same spot but ultimately stepped back, giving...
by Tyler James | May 10, 2023 | Food, Food & Drink, Western Oregon
Lebanon, Oregon is a small town with a population of around 18,000 people. For those who aren't as familiar with the are, Lebanon is a hop and a skip away from Corvallis, Oregon. Located in the Willamette Valley, the town is known for its rich agricultural history and...
by Tyler James | May 9, 2023 | Beaches, Entertainment, Lincoln City, Oregon Coast, Things To Do, Travel
Get ready for a magical beach adventure in Lincoln City on the picturesque Oregon coast! This May, you'll have two enchanting weekends to embark on a treasure hunt for dazzling glass floats hidden in the sandy shores. Glass Float Guide For May 2023 Let the daily glass...
by Danielle Denham | May 9, 2023 | Featured, News
Orcas, aka Killer Whales, are a less common sight along Oregon's coastline than Gray whales, but when they do appear, folks are usually in for a spectacle. In fact, whale watching on the Oregon coast has become a pastime for many people, casual viewers, and marine...
by Danielle Denham | May 9, 2023 | Adventures, Conservation, Education, Featured, Forest Bathing, Hiking, Portland, Portland, Travel, Western Oregon
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...
by Jessica Tomlinson | May 7, 2023 | Adventures, Central Oregon, Eastern Oregon, Entertainment, Family Fun, Featured, Hiking, Interesting, Lodging, Mountain Biking, Things To Do, Travel
When most people think of Oregon, they think of nine months of rain each year, the stunning Oregon coast, and the gorgeous Cascade Mountains. What many don't realize is that two thirds of our state is covered by gorgeous high desert vistas. Redmond, Oregon is located...
by Diana Flowers | May 6, 2023 | Adventures, Beaches, Oregon Coast, Travel
There's something fundamentally intriguing about a "secret" beach, and although Tunnel Beach is now well known, it still feels like you're entering into a sort of hidden lair. Located in Oceanside, Oregon, just south of Cape Meares and west of Tillamook, Tunnel Beach...
