Oregon Governor Pushes New Gas Tax, Transit Payroll Hike to Avoid ODOT Layoffs
Governor Tina Kotek is banking on a controversial mix of tax hikes and fee increases to plug a $350 million budget hole in Oregon’s transportation department — and she expects lawmakers to sign off on it during a special legislative session scheduled for August 29. As first reported by OPB’s Dirk VanderHart, the governor laid out her plan Wednesday, which includes: A 6-cent-per-gallon increase to Oregon’s gas tax (from 40¢ to 46¢ starting in January), A $42 hike in vehicle registration fees...
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.
Photographer Captures Once In A Lifetime Images Of A Humpback Whale Breaching In Seattle’s Puget Sound
On Nov. 30, 2023, a young humpback whale, approximately two years old and now identified with the number CRC-20899, was seen breaching near Seattle's iconic Space Needle. This event, captured in...
The Scones At This Oregon Bakery Are So Good, They Have a Cult Following
Tucked away in the charming town of Pacific City, Oregon, lies a little breakfast gem that has been "baking the world a better place" since 1991. The Grateful Bread Bakery, affectionately known as...
Finders Keepers 2024: The Schedule For Gorgeous Glass Floats On The Coast Just Dropped!
Lincoln City has recently unveiled its 2024 schedule for unique glass float events, promising the placement of over 3,000 exquisite glass orbs along its seven-mile stretch of beaches. This year...
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!
A Popular Eatery With Hearty Portions, The Family Cafe In Oregon Is A Must-Visit Joint
The Family Cafe in Beaverton simply couldn’t have a more fitting name! Beaverton, Oregon, a gem in the Tualatin Valley, is popular for its perfect mix of suburban peace and urban convenience. Its...
People Will Drive for Miles Just to Try This Oregon Steakhouse Straight Out of the Old West
Nestled in the picturesque landscape of Eastern Oregon, Haines is a charming town that draws visitors for its rich history and scenic beauty. Known as the "City of Sunshine," Haines is a gateway to...
The Cozy Brew Pub In Oregon Where Everyone Knows Your Name
Good brews, delicious burgers, gyros and heavenly baked mac and cheese round out the reasons this is a must visit spot when in Redmond, Oregon.
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