Portland Is Tearing Down Lloyd Center, and It Feels Like the End of an Era
Growing up in Oregon, Lloyd Center wasn’t just a mall. It was a landmark of childhood. It was where weekends happened. Where your parents took you when you were bored. Where Christmas felt bigger somehow. Where the echo of your footsteps mixed with the smell of pretzels, pizza, and new clothes straight off the rack. So hearing that Lloyd Center is set to fully close later this year, with plans to tear down what’s left and replace it with millions of square feet of mixed-use buildings, doesn’t...
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.
This Oregon Waffle House Serves Bacon-Sausage Waffle Sandwiches You Need to Try to Believe
Waffles and a Bloody Mary? Batter Up! is a must-visit for anyone in Beaverton looking for a unique twist on breakfast.
From PNW Legend To Engineering Marvel, Bridge Of The Gods Is Awesome
Steeped in stories about warring mountains, an inland sea that stretched to Idaho, earthquakes, and white hot rocks hurtling through the air, the Bridge of the Gods has moved straight out legend and into the modern world.
Amazon To Build Four New Nuclear Reactors On The Columbia To Power AI
Amazon has announced a partnership with Energy Northwest and X-energy to build four new nuclear reactors near Richland, Washington, aiming to power its growing AI models. This project will rely on...
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!
In a Remote Oregon Mountain Town, You Will Find Some of the Best Pizza You’ll Ever Taste
Driving through the winding roads of Oregon Route 22, it’s easy to miss the little town of Mill City. Nestled along the North Santiam River, this quiet place, with a population just under 2,000,...
Indulge in Delicious Shakes and Deep-Fried Pickles at a Classic Oregon Drive-In
The Drive In isn’t just a place to grab a meal; it’s a fixture in the Condon community, a place where people gather to enjoy good food in a relaxed setting.
Locals Flock to This Oregon Coast Restaurant for the Best Brunch in Town
In the mood for killer handcrafted cocktails? What about creamy biscuits and gravy packed with flavor? Maybe smoked salmon benedict and stellar river views are your thing. Found on the Coquille...
More Cougars Strut Their Stuff Near Cannon Beach, Make the Oregon Coast Their Catwalk
Fresh from The Oregonian's news desk, our sights are set on some fascinating wildlife activity - specifically the elusive cougars in Cannon Beach. It's happening again, folks. Not one, but two cougar sightings were recently reported. This is just weeks after another...
Wishing on Stars: The Perseid Meteor Shower is Coming to Oregon Skies
Each summer, sky gazers from around the globe eagerly anticipate the awe-inspiring spectacle known as the Perseid Meteor Shower. This mesmerizing cosmic event has entranced spectators for centuries, tracing its roots back to the time of ancient civilizations. This...
Ready, Set, Pump! Oregon’s Self-serve Gas Stations Go Into Effect Friday
Hey there, Oregonians! Here's a heads-up for you: starting this Friday, you're going to have a new choice at the gas station. Thanks to House Bill 2426 that recently passed in our state legislature, you'll get the option to fill up your car all by yourself at the pump...
Find Your Berry Bliss On a Summer Day Trip to This U-Pick Farm
As I sit down to write this piece, the sun-kissed berries that danced in the summer sun on my recent visit to Columbia Farms U-Pick on Sauvie Island are still vivid in my mind. Let me take you on a virtual tour of this beautiful piece of Oregon, an agricultural oasis...
The Ultimate Travel Guide to Oregon’s Siuslaw National Forest
Are you looking for a hidden oasis of outdoor recreation, stunning views and wildlife watching? Look no further than the Siuslaw National Forest in Oregon! The Siuslaw spans over 630,000 acres of coastal range terrain along the Pacific Ocean to the edge of the...
Restaurant’s Robot Waiter Gets Mixed Reactions in Small Oregon Town, Angering Some
Wow, guys! You will not believe what's happening in our small, quiet town of Estacada, Oregon! Picture this: you walk into your favorite local haunt, The Cazadero, and instead of Sherry Andrus, the ever-smiling owner, or one of the human servers approaching, it's a...
Oregon is Now Home to One of the Top Five “Hidden gems” in the Country
We all know and love Oregon for its natural wonders found far and wide, but when our great state gets recognized by an international travel company, it’s time to sit up and take notice. On Wednesday, DiscoverCars.com, a website that helps travelers find the best deals...
A Rainforest Rendezvous With Dinosaurs At The Prehistoric Gardens
Take an easy stroll through the awesome Prehistoric Gardens on the Oregon coast, where you’ll be transported back in time to a time of dinosaurs and wonder.
This World-Class Oregon Park Makes For A Perfect Summer Vacation
We know you’ve heard of it, but if you’ve never seen Crater Lake in person you don’t know what you’re missing! This is one of the most spectacular national parks in the country and it sits right in our backyard, so get out there and make this epic summer vacation...
Wildfire Crisis in Oregon: New Fire Hits Fall Creek, Klamath Evacuations Underway, Flat Fire Surges in Size
On Saturday, fire outbreaks riddled Oregon, leading to evacuation mandates, while fresh fires sprung up amid the state's high temperatures and arid conditions. Here's an updated report on the substantial fire outbreaks across the state. In the upper Fall Creek area...