Five Years Ago Today Was the Last Time Michael Bryson’s Parents Saw Him Alive
Editor’s Note: August 5, 2025 marks the five-year anniversary of the day Michael Bryson disappeared. This update includes new information gathered during a phone interview I conducted today with Michael’s parents, Tina and Parrish Bryson. It has been five years since 27-year-old Michael Bryson vanished without a trace from a remote campground in Oregon, and his family is still no closer to knowing what happened. On August 5, 2020, Michael was at a weeklong birthday party at Hobo Campground in...
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 Cozy Coastal Burger And Breakfast Gem That’ll Blow Your Taste Buds Away
Towering burgers piled high with toppings, delicious fries, corned beef hash and biscuits and gravy all make this a stand out spot you’ll want to pull over for.
Hotel Guest Brutally Murdered By Homeless Man In Lincoln City For His Dog
LINCOLN CITY, Ore. – In a heartbreaking turn of events, a 30-year-old man from Lincoln City has been accused of killing a hotel guest to steal the guest's dog, as revealed by court documents....
This Historic Oregon Lodge Took 85 Years To Complete And Was Almost Torn Down
Difficulty accessing the area, financial issues, and lack of repairs plagued the lodge from the start. At one point the ceiling and floors were sagging and the walls were ready to collapse! Thankfully this historic site was saved and repaired for future generations!
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!
For Over 80 Years, This Oregon Steakhouse Has Preserved the Essence of the Old Wild West
As the oldest city in Central Oregon, Prineville has a lot of history and culture to offer both residents and out-of-town guests. There are several places across town to get a taste of Prineville,...
Folks Line Up Around The Block For This 1920s Vintage Oregon Gas Station Turned Drive-In
The food is so good it should be criminal. With soft serve sundae's piled high with toppings, mouthwatering sandwiches, and salads almost too pretty to eat (but far too tasty not to enjoy), it's...
This Cozy Small Town Oregon Shop Serves The Most Mouthwatering Australian Meat Pies
Flaky, buttery crust surrounds delicious fillings like ground beef, lamb, and even kangaroo. If you want to try something different and utterly delicious, this is the spot!
Bodycam released by police shows Gabby Petito argued with boyfriend before vanishing
A Florida woman who was reported missing 5 days ago, 22-year-old Gabby Petito, has recently been seen in a bodycam video released by the Moab Police Department. Petito's family in New York reported her missing after she fell out of contact with them during a...
Enter Hop Valley Brewing’s New Wacky and Wonderful Cult Classic Giveaway
"What is this? A center for Ants?" Twenty years ago, a certain fictional male model had a vision, and the iconic “center for ants” was born. Now, Eugene Oregon's own Hop Valley is reimagining what a modern center for ants would look like, and naturally, it’s a...
Three Fatal Accidents Recently Around Oregon Coast, One in Surf and Two on the Road
A man from California died last Thursday, September 9, when he made an "innocent mistake," according to a bystander. Steve Allen, of Walnut Creek, attempted to jump across a narrow gap in the Devils Churn on the Oregon Coast, as reported by the Oregon State Police....
Celebrate Everything Tater Tot In Ontario Oregon This Weekend
"Hey Napoleon, gimme some of your tots!" Did you know that the crispy, golden tater tot found its humble beginnings right here in Oregon? More on that in a moment, but first, The Tater Tot Festival! The City of Ontario, Oregon will be holding its first annual...
An Oregon Man Assumed a Dead Child’s Identity For Over 30 Years
A Gresham man who according to The Oregonian assumed the identity of a dead child over 30 years ago, has not only been working under the child's name, but even collected double in retirement benefits. Court records show the man who is 70 now, Robert Lizarraga, was...
Take A Fun Train Ride At This Popular Oregon Pumpkin Patch
As the air becomes cooler, the sun sets earlier and the leaves change to vibrant colors across Oregon, we are once again reminded fall time is here. While I personally love summer and warmer weather, I absolutely look forward to the autumn season. With so many pumpkin...
This Gorgeous Lookout Tower Is One Of Oregon’s Most Popular Places To Stay
We love sharing unique places to stay in Oregon. One of the most popular spots (and therefore hard to book), is a gorgeous 40-foot lookout tower located deep within the Umpqua National Forest, 10 miles outside of Tiller Oregon. Stunning Views From 40 Feet Up Located...
14 Oregon Cold Cases Submitted By That Oregon Life Followers
Only a week ago I wrote an article about a handful of Oregon Cold Cases that baffled me as much as the authorities still trying to solve them. When we posted the article, an overwhelming amount of That Oregon Life readers countered with their own cases in the comments...
The 4.1 Mile Astoria-Megler Bridge is the Longest of its Kind in USA
If there's ever a sight to see on Oregon's beautiful coast, offering beautiful views of the twinkling hills of Astoria and the majestic view of the mouth of the Columbia River, it is the Astoria-Megler Bridge. The traverse is a steel cantilever through a truss bridge...
14 Cold Cases In Oregon That Still Have Authorities Baffled
A cold case is defined as a homicide or murder that has been thoroughly investigated, with all leads exhausted, yet remains unsolved. Something about these scenarios is oddly captivating to the human psyche. I grew up watching Unsolved Mysteries as a kid (can y'all...