Wyden Appears Lost In Thought, Likely Recalling The Time Dysentery Almost Took Him Out In 1848
WASHINGTON—Sen. Ron Wyden appeared visibly distant during a routine budget hearing Tuesday, staring solemnly into space as if mentally revisiting the harrowing weeks in 1848 when dysentery nearly claimed his life somewhere along the Oregon Trail just before reaching the Willamette Valley—an episode that would place the senator at roughly 1,178 years old today. Staffers say the 1,100-year-old lawmaker grew quiet after a colleague referenced “long journeys,” prompting what one aide described as...
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.
Are You Ready For The “Big One?” Most Oregon Highways Will Be Knocked Out
Are you prepared for grocery stores to be empty? For roads into and out of your area to be so damaged that travel by road will likely be impossible for months, or potentially even years afterwards?
Step Into a Winter Wonderland at Oregon’s Beloved Silver Falls State Park This Year
Silver Falls State Park is an Oregon gem any time of year, but winter brings its own kind of magic. From frosty waterfalls to icy cliffs, every turn of the trail offers something spectacular.
Celebrate Christmas Under A Million Lights At Glow Eugene 2024
A million glowing lights, visits with Santa, good food, and great photo opportunities – this is one Christmas event you don’t want to miss this year!
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!
Enjoy Tasty Treats Fresh From The Oven At Bandon Coffee Cafe In Oregon
I love Bandon for so many reasons. The fresh, salty air, coastal history, and charming, walkable Old Town area make this Southern Oregon Coast beach town a favorite for locals and tourists alike....
The Southern Oregon Coast Revels in Bandon’s 78th Annual Cranberry Festival
The picturesque town of Bandon, Oregon is again set to host its annual celebration of the region's rich cranberry heritage. Merging 78 years of tradition with contemporary festivity, the Bandon...
Many People Do Not Know Oregon Is the Birthplace of the Original Pancake House
Sure, you can visit your local IHOP or Waffle House for pancakes — but for the most authentic flapjacks, you need to head to Oregon. Tucked away at 8601 SW 24th Avenue in Portland is a breakfast...
Man Starting Fires in Oregon Gets Tied to Tree by Locals
In an unsettling event that took place Monday, a man from Veneta, Oregon, by the name of Trennon Smith was starting wildfires in a remote forested corner of Oregon, as reported by The Oregonian. According to a sheriff, the man was tied to a tree by three local...
Family Of Wolves Spotted Near Deschutes And Klamath County Line – Oregon
After federal protection for gray wolves in Western Oregon was restored earlier this year, wildlife biologists are interested to see groups of wolves like the ones caught on this photo by trail camera roaming in Western Oregon. Wolf Pups Near Deschutes And Klamath...
Hiking Guide To Short Sand Beach In Oregon
Not far from Manzanita Oregon lies a little gem of a beach tucked in between volcanic basalt and sandstone cliffs and accessed via a trail through gorgeous coastal forests. Short Sand beach features a waterfall in wet months and is popular with surfers, hikers, and...
The Tenacious Jack Black Pays a Visit to Oregon’s Northeast Corner
Photos began appearing recently on Oregon social media accounts featuring actor and all-around rockstar Jack Black. In one photo with his family, Tyler Hodge described Black as "an awesome guy and so humble". Decked out in a straw sun hat and psychedelic cat t-shirt,...
Stand By Me Day Celebration is Back in Oregon This Weekend
In honor of the 36th anniversary of the release of Stand By Me, the yearly event is back and just days away. Said to be the biggest celebration yet, the Linn County Historical Museum and the historic town of Brownsville are busy putting the final touches now. Fans of...
Illinois River Trail in Oregon Opening After 20 Years of Closure
The Illinois River Trail in the Siskiyou Mountains has finally opened to the public after two decades of closure. A volunteer group has spent years trying to restore the path after it was blocked by the Biscuit Fire in 2002. Trailblazing Through the Ashes: The...
Kyron Horman’s Mom Asks For New Task Force To Investigate Disappearance
Summary of what we know about this case so far: On June 4th, 2010 a little boy named Kyron Horman (age 7) went missing after his step-mother Terri Horman dropped him off at school. Kyron's disappearance prompted Oregon's largest-ever search operation. Kyron has not...
Portland Makes “World’s Great Places of 2022” List by Time Magazine
Time Magazine has recognized Portland, Oregon as one of the World's Great Places of 2022, in an article published this last week. Time gives credit to Portland for the city's commitment to planet Earth, with new infrastructure for cyclists and walkers. As Time...
Giant Pacific Octopus Found Off the Coast Near Newport
Crabbing is a dangerous and often tricky profession. Every day crabbers risk their lives just to fill our stomachs and make a modest wage. We're grateful for their efforts. There's nothing better than the salty aftertaste of fresh-caught crab, especially when it comes...
‘The Goonies’ Spinoff Series Gets an Update, Title and Plot Details Revealed
Few movies have left their mark on Oregon or its culture quite like The Goonies. For almost 40 years, we've idolized the film and passed it down through the generations. It's become a part of who we are and what it means to grow up on the coast. Released in 1985, The...