Nonprofit Volunteers ‘The Soup Ladies’ Face Harassment After Serving ICE in Portland
A group of women known as The Soup Ladies, beloved across the Pacific Northwest for their selfless service to first responders, are now facing harassment after serving meals to Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officers at the Portland federal facility. The nonprofit, featured on NBC News in 2020 for its humanitarian work during natural disasters, has spent more than two decades feeding police, firefighters, and search and rescue teams in some of the most grueling conditions...
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.
The Irresistible Shakes And Crepes at This Oregon Ice Cream Shop Are a Treat You Won’t Forget
Whether it’s a quick stop for a sweet pick-me-up or a leisurely treat with friends, McBee’s Shakes Crepes & Cones is the perfect place to feel like a kid again—no matter your age.
Southern Access To This Popular Oregon Waterfall Closed Until October
Drift Creek Falls is one of the most lovely trails near Lincoln City, offering hikers a serene journey through Oregon's lush coastal rainforests, across a dramatic suspension bridge, and ending at a...
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.
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!
Oregon Snags Four Spots On Yelp’s Top 100 U.S. Sushi Restaurants, One In Top 7
Whenever my friends and I came home from college, we wanted to get together and go out for sushi. There were several spots around Portland and Beaverton that we frequented on breaks from school,...
Knock Back Award-Winning Beer at this Historic Astoria Brewery
Fort George Brewery sits in one of the most imposing buildings in Astoria and takes up an entire city block. In addition to its award-winning beer, the brewery also serves up some of the best food...
Savor a Scrumptious Brunch with Your Pup at Oregon’s Most Dog-Friendly Restaurant
There are few brunch restaurants in Portland with more name recognition than the Tin Shed on NE Alberta Street. The Tin Shed Garden Cafe was first opened back in 2002 by Christie Griffin and Janette...
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...
The Greater Idaho Movement: A Controversial Effort to Expand State Boundaries
Some conservative eastern Oregon counties would be moved into Idaho as part of the ‘Greater Idaho’ movement.
Nuka the Northern Sea Otter Has Died at the Oregon Coast Aquarium
It is with deep sadness that the Oregon Coast Aquarium announces the passing of Nuka, one of the Aquarium's resident northern sea otters. Located near Yaquina Bay in Newport, Oregon, the Oregon Coast Aquarium opened in 1992 on 23 acres. Nuka passed away following an...