Portland Man Found Guilty in Smith Rock Mass Shooting Plot
BEND, Ore. — A Deschutes County jury has found 41-year-old Samson Garner guilty of plotting a mass shooting at Smith Rock State Park’s Craggin’ Classic climbing festival in 2023, Central Oregon Daily News reported. The unanimous verdict, delivered Thursday, convicted Garner on 26 felony counts, including attempted murder, attempted assault, and unlawful use of a weapon. Sentencing is scheduled for Oct. 2. Prosecutors said Garner envisioned killing climbers, belayers, and spectators during the...
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.
From Breakfast to Dinner This Family Owned Country Store in Oregon Has It All
Driving by, you might not think much of this store and deli in Cave Junction, but once you walk inside you’ll start to realize what an amazing little spot this is to grab lunch, fresh jerky & snacks!
Few People Know The Best Jerky Ever Is Hiding In This Oregon Coastal Town
This spot might just become your new favorite place to stop off on the Oregon coast.
Oregon’s Bigfoot Museum Boasts the Largest Collection of Bigfoot Artifacts Worldwide
Some people have reported Bigfoot as having glowing red eyes, or that it can turn invisible making it elusive and hard to see or catch. At one point, even the FBI investigated bigfoot.
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!
This Historic Tavern Is Known For Some Of The Best Fish & Chips On The Oregon Coast
If you like the look and feel of a classic pub, friendly staff, great beer and even greater fish and chips, then head to Bill’s Tavern and Brewshouse on the main drag in Cannon Beach. This historic...
You’d Never Know Mouthwatering Italian Food Was Hiding On The Oregon Coast
If you’re looking for authentic Italian food including housemade pasta, pizza, desserts, and craft cocktails, there’s simply no better option than Sorella in Nye Beach, Newport. Sorella is the...
Treat Yourself To Savory Fish & Chips At This Local Favorite Oregon Coast Food Truck
Perfectly fried fish and chips, fish tacos, and oh so delicious shrimp finacho are all reasons that this little red food truck will become your new favorite place to grab a bite to eat in Gold Beach.
Unstable Conditions Suspend Skiing And Snowboarding At Timberline Lodge
Timberline Lodge was excited to open early for the winter season on Friday November 11th, 2022, but now have had to suspend operations at their ski area temporarily. "It was a great opening, but the conditions are not holding up and we need more snow," said Timberline...
These Four Oregon Towns Were Voted Among the Coziest in America
Recently, the website MyDatingAdvisor.com "swept the country to find some of the coziest towns in America for a winter weekend escape". They were looking for criteria that would help vacationers beat the cold-weather blues with homey indoor warmth and the best places...
Sheriffs in Oregon Defy New Controversial Gun Control Measure
Before Measure 114 was even officially passed, multiple sheriffs in Oregon vowed they will not enforce the new measure regarding gun magazine capacities, which will ban the sale of magazines holding more than 10 rounds. Gun rights advocates are quickly ready to fight...
Republican Christine Drazan concedes the governor’s race to Democrat Tina Kotek
Christine Drazan, who had hoped to become the first Republican governor in Oregon in more than three decades, conceded the governor’s race. In a statement posted on YouTube on Friday, she acknowledged her loss to Democrat Tina Kotek, who declared victory in Portland...
Megastorms Headed for the Northwest, According to Scientists
If you were anywhere in the Pacific Northwest this weekend you may have found it difficult to get from point A to point B without getting completely soaked by the massive amount of rain we received due to an atmospheric river. In Washington state alone, about 2.8...
Experience Holiday Magic at the Silverton Christmas Market This Year
Stunning Christmas light displays, good food, time well spent with family and friends, and a little bit of holiday magic are waiting for you at the Silverton Christmas Market in Silverton Oregon. If you're not able to make it to the North Pole this year, this is the...
New Plan Offers Lower-Income Oregon Veterans Free Dental
The Oregon Health Authority is gearing up to launch a no-cost dental program for lower-income veterans. This month it opened the application process, and on Jan. 1 the program will launch. No one knows how many will sign up and qualify among Oregon’s 300,000 veterans...
Owner of Eugene Donut Shop Under Fire After TikTok Video Goes Viral
The owner of a donut shop in Eugene, Oregon, known as Dizzy Dean Donuts has gone viral for all the wrong reasons. The video, giving viewers a first-person perspective of Dean Weaver has exploded on Reddit, as Deaver approaches what appears to be a homeless woman...
Oregon’s Salishan Coastal Lodge Was Recently Voted One of Best Resorts in Country
Nestled between forested bluffs and the Siletz Bay, you'll find one of our favorite places to stay on the Oregon coast. Salishan Coastal Lodge is a tranquil retreat where you can feel one with the soulful mountains, the powerful sea, and the enchanting forest. This...
Portland Announces Plan To Ban Homeless Encampments and Build Shelters
Portland was once defined by its roses and hiking trails. There were waterfalls, quiet sanctuaries, and paths through the temperate rainforest. Residents could bask in nature, or spend their time strolling through downtown streets, browsing, shopping, and exploring...