In Celebration of “America’s Most Popular Governor,” New Tina Kotek Action Figures Announced to Fund Oregon’s Progressive Future
SALEM, OR — Declaring it “a proud milestone in collectible governance,” a Portland-based toy startup announced Tuesday the release of limited-edition Tina Kotek Action Figures to celebrate what promotional materials describe as her status as America’s Most Popular Governor, According To Several Very Confident Interns. The fully poseable 6-inch figurine, packaged in a nostalgic “Oregon Adventure Set” blister pack, features Governor Kotek in a blue blazer, practical shoes, and a facial...
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 Flock to This Oregon Coast Restaurant for the Best Brunch in Town
In the mood for killer handcrafted cocktails? What about creamy biscuits and gravy packed with flavor? Maybe smoked salmon benedict and stellar river views are your thing. Found on the Coquille...
Embark on a Magical Boat Tour at America’s Most Beautiful Lake
Recently Travel And Leisure reported that Crater Lake is the 'best hidden gem' in the US. They also reported that Crater Lake and other destinations that made the list might be known to locals, but...
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....
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!
Locals Can’t Get Enough of the Hand-Pulled Noodles at Oregon’s Latest Chinese Haven
There are very few places in the Portland area to get great hand-pulled noodles, but we can all rejoice because now Noodle Dynasty is here! This new restaurant opened in January so they’ve only been...
Tickle Your Isolated Taste Buds with Divine Cake at This Little Bakery in Oregon
From decadent chocolate cakes, rich cheesecakes, and delicious torte, this place is set up to be your go to spot for a sweet treat!
Dig Into Authentic Detroit-Style Pizza Without Leaving Oregon
If you’ve lived in Portland for any length of time (and I have) you know how frustrating it is to see that nearly every new restaurant in town is a pizza joint. “We don’t need any more pizza!” you...
Latest reports confirm meth in Oregon is now 100% gluten free
PORTLAND, OR — Recently there was a scare in the tweaker communities of Oregon, as experts have reported there were dangerous levels of gluten found in methamphetamine on the streets of Portland. Gluten is a protein composite normally found in several types of grains,...
Experts warn gluten found in meth could be hazardous to your health
PORTLAND, OR — Health experts have today warned that meth found on the streets of Portland has tested positive for gluten, a protein composite normally found in several types of grains, including wheat, spelt, rye, and barley. Action on Gluten has...
The Neskowin Ghost Forest of Oregon is Incredible
This isn't your typical Oregon coast forest because it's actually in the water. Two thousand years ago a powerful earthquake shifted part of an ancient sitka spruce forest in Neskowin Oregon into the tidal zone, creating a graveyard of trees. To this day, the remains...
A whale exploded in Oregon in 1970, and the story will blow your mind
What do you do when an 8 ton whale washes up on shore? You blow it into a million stinky little whale pieces of course. This is the story that some of you may know, which took place in Florence, Oregon about an inexperienced highway engineer who thought the most...
The Essential Broken Top Hiking Guide
The hike to Broken Top is an absolute gem in Oregon, offering some of the most stunning views of ponderosa pine tree forests, vibrant fields of wildflowers, and a strikingly turquoise lake nestled in the shadow of a vivid purple volcanic crater. While it's a must-do...
Legendary Wrestler and Portland resident ‘Rowdy’ Roddy Piper Dies at 61
A sad day for "Rowdy" Roddy Piper fans, as TMZ Sports recently learns he has died at the age of 61. According to the story, legendary wrestler Piper, who was born Roderick George Toombs, passed away in his sleep from cardiac arrest at his home in...
The Fairview Training Center May Have The Darkest History in Oregon
Update October 2019: The previously abandoned buildings as shown in this article no longer exist. The property where the once Fairview Training Center existed is private property. This historical article is for informational purposes only. Please do not visit the...
Expert Predicts Satan Will Visit Oregon When Marijuana Becomes Legal In July
Lock up your animals, and board up your windows Oregon, we have some incredibly disturbing news from War On Drugs expert Linda Blair. Recently, Blair spoke with ThatOregonLife.com and gave some startling insight on the legalization of the pot in Oregon. According to...
Aerial photos found from photographer killed in Mount St. Helens blast
VANCOUVER, WA—It's been 35 years since Mount St. Helens erupted May 18, 1980. In April of 1980 a photographer for The Columbian, Reid Blackburn, took photographs during a flight over the simmering volcano. When Blackburn returned to The Columbian studio, he had...
Oregon Becomes First State To Legalize Molly
SALEM, OR - Oregon has been in the news all year for legalizing marijuana for recreational use, and legalizing weed is only the beginning. Following the heels of the wave of marijuana legalization, some might be surprised to hear the Oregon state legislature has...