by Tyler James | Sep 11, 2022 | Featured, News
As of Sunday, fires still continue to burn Across Oregon and Southwest Washington with smoke still prominent over much of the inland areas. In an effort to keep downed powerlines from sparking new wildfires, due to high winds nearly 50,000 Oregon homes and businesses...
by Danielle Denham | Sep 10, 2022 | Fire, News
Strong easterly winds have pushed the Cedar Creek fire east of Oakridge, Oregon an additional 18,700 acres since Friday. The fire is expected to move west down the Hwy. 58 corridor, with estimates ranging from 5-10 additional miles. The cities of Oakridge and Westfir...
by Tyler James | Sep 10, 2022 | News
Fires continue to worsen all over Oregon, as around 350 people are estimated to be affected by the latest evacuation Saturday morning due to the Vitae Springs in south Salem. The brush fire broke out Friday afternoon, with the Marion County Sheriff's Office placing an...
by Paul Hunter | Sep 8, 2022 | News, Weather
Western Oregon is facing serious drought, extreme temperatures and high winds, creating the perfect conditions for wildfires. This has caused power companies to release statements recently telling customers in many areas that they may face planned and unplanned power...
by Jessica Tomlinson | Sep 8, 2022 | Drink, Featured, Food, Food & Drink, Interesting, Newport, Oregon Coast, Restaurants, Travel
California sea lions love to hang out around Yaquina Bay in Newport Oregon. It's not really a proper trip to Newport without stopping to check out the local wildlife, and to see the sea lions yelping and playing as they lounge on the docks. Our favorite spot to check...
by Paul Hunter | Sep 8, 2022 | Adventures
Bears are common in rural Oregon. We've all heard the rumors of unpleasant encounters during camping trips. We've seen their claw marks left on trees. We're aware that they're out there, even if we don't always see them. But actual attacks are rare, and they're not...
by Jessica Tomlinson | Sep 3, 2022 | Fire, News
Yesterday the Mill fire raged through parts of Weed California, destroying many homes and prompting evacuations in Weed, Lake Shastina, Grenada, and other nearby areas. Today the fire is over 3,921 acres, and 20 percent contained. California recently secured a FEMA...
by Jessica Tomlinson | Sep 2, 2022 | Fire, News
Today a fire broke out at a mill in Weed California. The Mill Fire quickly spread to over 900 acres, destroying many homes. #MillFire, SKU updated acreage is 1,228 acres at 14:28 hours. pic.twitter.com/xdZS2RxOcc — FIRIS (@FIRIS) September 2, 2022 The fire is...
by Jessica Tomlinson | Sep 1, 2022 | Adventures, Business, Entertainment, Events, Family Fun, Featured, Festivals, Halloween, Holidays, Interesting
Fall is my favorite time of year. There's something about the crisp chill air, warm autumn colors, and getting cozy in a sweater that delights me. If you love fall as much as I do, or are looking for an awesome pumpkin patch and country store to explore this fall...
by Jessica Tomlinson | Aug 30, 2022 | Adventures, Beaches, Breweries, Camping, Drink, Entertainment, Family Fun, Featured, Food, Food & Drink, Hiking, Holidays, Interesting, Oregon Coast, Restaurants, Southern Oregon, Summer Break, Summer Vacation, Things To Do, Travel
Brookings is a pretty little town on the Southern Oregon coast everyone should visit at least once. Boasting a gorgeous rugged coastline, 12 miles of scenic corridor with multiple viewpoints, and some of the warmest temperatures along the Oregon coast, it’s easy to...
