ICE Deploys Cougars in Portland, Says Pepper Spray ‘Just Wasn’t Scary Enough’
PORTLAND, OR — After years of experimenting with tear gas, rubber bullets, and pepper spray, Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has apparently decided to step things up a notch. On Thursday night, officers stunned protesters outside Portland’s ICE facility by deploying a pack of fully grown mountain lions into the crowd. “Pepper spray was fine for a while,” explained one ICE spokesperson, calmly loading raw meat into a cat carrier. “But people kept bringing leaf blowers and swimming...
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.
Locals Can’t Get Enough Of The Homemade Pies At The Bipartisan Cafe In Oregon
Mouthwatering pies in a dozen tasty varieties, coffee and breakfast sandwiches make the Bipartisan Cafe in Portland, Oregon my kind of place. This is the perfect spot to sit and chat with friends...
Enjoy Authentic Hawaiian Food Without Ever Getting On A Plane At This Cozy Oregon Cafe
Colorful drinks, a large tropical themed outdoor patio surrounded by greenery, and oh so delicious authentic Hawaiian food make Noho's in Portland a must-visit when in the Rose City. When you visit,...
Salem, Oregon Ranks Top 10 In USA Family Friendly Travel Destinations
Recently Yelp, known for reviews of restaurants, attractions and other businesses, compiled a list of America's top 10 family friendly destinations. The ten cities that made the cut were cities that...
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!
The Pies At This Popular Oregon Restaurant Will Blow Your Taste Buds Away
There’s not a lot to see in the small, blink-and-you'll-miss-it town of Westport along Hwy 30. In fact, the one establishment you probably do know here lies between Clatskanie and Astoria and is the...
This Charming Home Became One of Oregon’s Most Popular Italian Food Restaurants
Beppe & Gianni's Trattoria, consistently celebrated as 'Eugene's Best Italian Restaurant' by The Register Guard, stands as a charming emblem of the Eugene community. This delightful trattoria,...
Savor the Flavor at Oregon’s Exquisite Sandwich Shop Boasting In-House Cured Meats
Heading over to Portland's NE side, sandwich enthusiasts have stumbled upon a real treasure trove at Sandy-O's. Tucked away at NE 105th & Sandy, right next to Parkrose Hardware, this place is...
12 Incredible Hikes Near Portland (5 Miles and Under)
People who tell you Oregon is boring are sadly misinformed! Hiking is one of the best parts of living here, and today I'd like to focus on some of the best hikes near Portland. Of course, there is only a handful here as the list of trails to hike in Portland is...
Your Ultimate Eastern Oregon Road Trip Itinerary
When it comes to an Oregon road trip, no matter which direction you head you are bound to discover beauty. If I am being honest, I don't feel like eastern Oregon is discussed enough. Traveling to eastern Oregon is almost a completely different world, it seems, at...
Newberg drive-in theater voted #1 in the United States
Before we enjoyed 80 inch 4K resolution smart tvs in the comfort of our living rooms, and well before my time decades ago, drive-in movie theaters were everywhere. In the United States alone, by the 1950s there were more than 4,000 drive-in theaters. The first one...
Spend the Night in the Sky: 12 Fire Lookout Rentals in Oregon
One of the unique recreation experiences you can have in the Beaver State is the opportunity to rent some of our historic fire lookout rentals in Oregon. These towers can make the perfect weekend getaway with a 360-degree view of Oregon's beauty. These lookouts are...
10 Jaw-Dropping Mt. Hood Cabins You Can Rent Today
Mt. Hood is one of the most sought-after places to visit in Oregon, no matter what the season. We have put together some Mt. Hood cabins for rent to help you get started if you are looking for a nice getaway. The winter months boast incredible skiing and snowboarding,...
26 Old Abandoned Buildings in Oregon That’ll Amaze You
As a kid, I loved digging in the dirt on my grandfather's property way out in rural Oregon. I would always find great pieces of history, like an old vintage 7-Up bottle. These incredible old structures are frozen in time, and no matter what the history may be, there's...
This Southern Oregon Waterfall Road Trip is The Perfect Getaway
Are you looking for the best waterfalls in Oregon now that the weather's warming up? While Southern Oregon waterfalls aren't talked about as much, we wanted to share with you some of the most gorgeous waterfalls in Southern Oregon. This road trip features waterfalls,...
25 Awesome Things To Bring Camping You’ll Want Right Now
Going on a primitive camping adventure and roughing it with only basic survival gear is fine, but you also might want other awesome things to bring camping to make the trip more enjoyable. You'd be amazed at the outdoor gear they create to afford convenience in the...
This Ghost Town Road Trip in Oregon is The Perfect Adventure
Did you know there are more ghost towns in Oregon than anywhere in the United States? As I love learning about the rich history of our beautiful state, naturally, ghost towns in Oregon have always fascinated me. This particular road trip I plan on doing this myself...
Hiking to Salt Creek Falls and Diamond Creek Falls in Oregon
Are you looking for an Oregon adventure that will take your breath away? Then discover the beauty and grandeur of Salt Creek Falls – Oregon's second highest single drop waterfall. Located in the Willamette National Forest near Eugene, this majestic three-tiered plunge...