St. Helens Cheer Coach Convicted on Sexual Abuse, Alcohol Charges
ST. HELENS, Ore. — In news that will shock absolutely no one who’s been paying attention to St. Helens lately, a former local cheer coach has now been convicted of sexual abuse and furnishing alcohol to a minor. Anthony Trenkler, 27, of St. Helens, was found guilty this week on three counts: first-degree sexual abuse, attempted first-degree sexual abuse, and providing alcohol to someone under 21. A judge ordered him into custody while he awaits sentencing. According to court records, the...
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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.
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...
This Restaurant In Oregon’s Wine Country Will Transport You Straight To Spain
For a taste of Spain with a Northwest twist, La Rambla stands out as a go-to spot in McMinnville. La Rambla Restaurant & Bar is a culinary treasure in McMinnville, right in the heart of Oregon’s...
These Ancient Lava Caves in Northern California Are Like Stepping Into Another World
900 caves, pretty wildflowers, stunning vistas, and oh yeah, did we mention that it’s not far from the Oregon-California border? A year pass gets you in here and at Crater Lake National Park!
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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...
This Unsuspecting Oregon Coast Cafe Is Famous for Their Legendary Cinnamon Rolls
Nehalem is one of my favorite cities in Oregon, sitting slightly inland from the cute beach town of Manzanita. Nehalem itself is a very small town, but it happens to be home to one of the best...
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...
In-N-Out Possibly Coming To Portland Metro Area
If you're in love with In-N-Out Burger's delicious fries and burgers and live in the Portland Metro area, you may soon be able to grab your favorite meal close to home. In-N-Out Bought A New Property In Tualatin Oregon The Portland Business Journal recently reported...
We Ate the Best Breakfast EVER in Lincoln City Oregon
When the original little red-painted building burned nearly to the ground in July 2019, a community mourned. The cafe was a pit stop en route to the coast for Oregonians since the 1920s. I remember visiting Otis Cafe at its old location on the way to visit friends in...
Corvallis-to-the-Sea Trail: Trek From Corvallis All the Way to the Ocean
50 years in the making, numerous volunteers, thousands of hours (over 2,500 a year!), and permission from generous private landowners; this is what went into the making of the C2C. The non-profit "Corvallis-to-the-Sea Trail" is a 60-mile journey through beautiful...
Four Of Our Favorite Relaxing Getaways In Oregon
Sometimes we need to take a step back from life for a moment and just breathe. One of our favorite ways to relax is to get out into nature or get out of town for the weekend. For some people, planning a weekend getaway and trying to find a good place to stay can be...
Oregon Initiative Seeks To Make Hunting And Fishing Illegal In Oregon
Initiative Petition 13 (IP 13) is a ballot initiative in Oregon aimed at removing many of the current exemptions to Oregon's animal cruelty laws. The petition needs to gather 112,020 signatures by July 2022 in order to be put on Oregon's general election ballot in...
You’ll Love This Magical Train Ride Along The Oregon Coast
The Oregon coast is a must for anyone visiting Oregon, and is gorgeous at any time of year. One of our favorite ways to see the coast is by rail with the Oregon Coast Scenic Railroad, a non-profit museum organization that loves taking guests on stunning rail...
Thousands of live sand dollars wash up on Oregon Coast
The sand dollar, or "sea biscuit" can vary from a rich reddish-brown to a vibrant shade of purple, and is hairy in its prime. It is one of the most beautiful and coolest things you can find when visiting the coast lines. They are a species of sea urchin, which is...
Nez Perce Tribe Reclaim 148 Acres Of Homeland In Joseph, Oregon
144 years after the Nez Perce were driven out of their homeland in the Wallowa Valley in Eastern Oregon, members of the tribe have returned to bless 148 acres of reclaimed land. After working for years to keep a connection to their ancestral land, the Nez Perce were...
This Gorgeous 111-Year-Old Church Is Now Home to Steeplejack Brewing
Brody Day and Dustin Harder wanted to create a space in Portland where the community could gather, and where everyone would feel welcome. The two spent two years making this dream become a reality and transforming a 111 year old empty Portland church building into a...