Roger Tofte, Creator Of The Enchanted Forest, Has Passed Away And His Family Invites The Public To A Celebration Of Life
If you’ve ever wandered through the winding paths of the Enchanted Forest, you know it’s not just a theme park. It’s something else entirely. It’s the kind of place where childhood memories stick. Where crooked little houses lean just enough to feel magical. Where nursery rhymes come to life in the middle of the woods, and somehow, it all feels like it was built by hand… because it was. And that’s exactly why this upcoming event matters so much. Honoring the Visionary Behind the Magic Roger...
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.
This Massive Hidden Canyon in Oregon Feels Like You Have the Whole State All to Yourself
If you’ve ever driven through north-central Oregon and thought, there’s gotta be something out there, you’re right… there is. And it might just be one of the most underrated places in the entire...
This Epic Oregon Drive-Thru Safari Lets You See Lions, Rhinos, And Giraffes Without Ever Leaving Your Car
There aren’t many places in the United States where you can watch a giraffe stroll past your windshield or hear a lion roar just a few yards away from your car. But in Southern Oregon, that...
Locals Love This 24-Hour Oregon Diner, And The Strawberry Cheesecake Waffle Is Just One Reason Why
There’s something comforting about a place that never seems to close its doors. The kind of spot where the lights are always on, the coffee is always hot, and no one looks twice if you walk in at...
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!
This Old School Astoria Gem Has Been Dishing Out Rich Frozen Custard For Decades
There are certain places on the Oregon Coast that feel stitched into your memory. For me, one of those places is Custard King. Every time I find myself in Astoria, whether it is a windy spring...
The Little Boat in Astoria That Put Albacore Fish and Chips on the Map
We first wrote about the Bowpicker back in 2017, and nearly a decade later it remains one of the most iconic food stops on the Oregon Coast. In a state full of incredible seafood, trendy coastal...
Local Favorite Track Town Pizza Brings Its Legendary Pies to Thurston in Springfield
There are certain restaurants that become part of a town’s identity. Not just places you grab dinner, but places woven into memories. Since 1978, Track Town Pizza has been one of those places in...
Ride a 1913 Trolley Along the Columbia River in This Charming Oregon Town
There’s something quietly magical about hearing the soft clang of a trolley bell echo along Astoria’s waterfront. It feels like the sound of another era rolling gently back to life. Along the edge of the Columbia River, a beautifully restored trolley glides down the...
Dramatic Rescue on Oregon Coast as Teens Are Pulled from Cliff at God’s Thumb
A peaceful Saturday hike along the Oregon coast turned into a tense rescue operation when multiple teenagers ended up in dangerous positions on the steep cliffs at God’s Thumb in Lincoln City. According to the Lincoln City Police Department, the incident unfolded on...
Portland Erects Massive Tina Kotek Statue to Recognize Her ‘Impressive Rise’ to Sixth Most Unpopular Governor in America
A towering new monument debuted this week in Portland’s Kenton neighborhood, and city leaders say it commemorates one of Oregon’s most “remarkable recent achievements.” Standing a proud 31 feet tall in the town square, the statue honors Governor Tina Kotek’s...
This Epic Tree-Top Adventure Park Near Portland Belongs On Your Oregon Bucket List
When the sun finally starts peeking through the clouds and Oregon’s forests burst back to life in spring, there’s no better excuse to get outside and try something a little adventurous. And just a short drive from Portland, tucked into the beautiful forest near Hagg...
Authorities Searching for Missing 16-Year-Old Last Seen in Aurora, Possibly Headed Toward Eugene
Authorities in Marion County are asking the public to help locate Albina Kosar, a 16-year-old who has been reported missing and considered an endangered juvenile. According to the Marion County Sheriff’s Office, Albina was last seen Friday, March 6, 2026 at...
Portland Just Added Polyamory to Its List of Protected Classes Because Of Course It Did
In what will likely surprise absolutely no one who has been paying attention to Portland politics for the past decade, the Portland City Council has officially added polyamory to its list of legally protected relationship structures. Yes, really. On Wednesday, city...
Anti-ICE Protester Catches Fire While Attempting To Burn American Flag In Portland
Over the weekend outside a federal immigration facility in Portland, a protest took a bizarre turn when a demonstrator attempting to burn an American flag accidentally set himself on fire. The incident happened during an anti-ICE protest outside the facility, which...
Cajun Seafood Boil Restaurant Coming to Former Shari’s in Springfield
Ever since Shari’s shut down its Oregon locations in late 2024, the old building off Pioneer Parkway and Q Street in Springfield has sat quietly empty — a familiar landmark and a reminder of a restaurant chain many Oregonians grew up with. But now there’s a new sign...
Experts Say Americans May Still Be Able To Drive This Summer If They Replace Luxuries Like Food With Gasoline
WASHINGTON, D.C. — A team of leading economic experts released a hopeful report Tuesday suggesting that millions of Americans may still be able to drive their cars this summer, provided they make a few simple lifestyle adjustments—such as replacing unnecessary...
Springfield 24-Hour Spa Insists Green Water Is For St. Patrick’s Day, Not Whatever’s Been Brewing Since 2009
SPRINGFIELD, Ore. — Staff at a local 24-hour soaking spa say the noticeably green color of their hot tub water this week is completely intentional and absolutely related to St. Patrick’s Day, despite several longtime customers quietly noting the water has looked...