Mayor Says Community Would Benefit From A Much Bigger Dick’s
EUGENE, OREGON — City leaders say they’re exploring plans to bring a much bigger Dick’s to the area, a move they believe could boost local morale and finally give residents the kind of Dick’s they’ve been asking for. Speaking at a press conference Tuesday, the mayor explained that while the current Dick’s locations in surrounding cities have been popular, many residents feel the community deserves something larger and more impressive. “People around here have been saying for years they want...
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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.
Mark Your Calendar for the Return of Oregon Coast’s Massive King Tides This November
Ever wonder what it’s like when the ocean decides to reclaim a bit more of Oregon? Picture driving through Depoe Bay, the waves surging high enough to cross the highway, sending seawater streaming...
Bend Locals Say Fall Didn’t Officially Begin Until Patagonia Over Flannel Guy Walked Drake Park With Coffee
BEND, OR — Despite what the calendar claims, residents say autumn didn’t truly begin until a smug Bend man in Patagonia over flannel strutted through Drake Park this weekend, clutching a $7 latte...
Pick A Pumpkin And Get Lost In The Corn Maze With A Million-Dollar View of Oregon’s Backcountry
This place is like Halloween meets a wild west showdown, and it’s the hoedown you didn’t know you needed.
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 Under-the-Radar Spot in Oregon Serves Brisket That Locals Can’t Stop Talking About
Nestled along the scenic McKenzie Highway sits McKenzie Station Pub, a cozy restaurant and bar where the smell of smoked meats drifts out the door and the coffee is always freshly ground. Whether...
Step Back In Time At The Busy Bee Café, A Retro Oregon Diner Still Serving Heaping Plates
I’ve been slipping back into the booth at Busy Bee Café in Springfield for years now—not often, but enough to know that it still feels exactly the same as it did when I worked there twenty-five...
This Charming Oregon Store Hidden Among the Trees Serves the Best Burgers on the McKenzie River
There is something truly special about Oregon’s McKenzie River. The turquoise water, the moss-covered trees, and the sound of rushing rapids create a kind of peace that you can only find in this...
Kotek’s Transportation Bill Clears House as Gas and Payroll Taxes Head to Senate
The Oregon House has pushed through Governor Tina Kotek’s controversial transportation funding bill during a special session. The measure, House Bill 3991, now heads to the Senate for debate and a likely final vote later this week. The bill was born after lawmakers...
Oregon Officials Say Flat Fire Was Not a Homeless Camp But Many Remain Skeptical
The Flat Fire, which has already burned 23,000 acres of forestland and destroyed multiple homes near Sisters, Oregon, has become more than a natural disaster. It is now the subject of a fierce debate about truth, responsibility, and the human role in wildfires that...
Costco Unveils 470 lbs Rotisserie Chicken in Oregon, Forklifts Now Available at Checkout
SALEM, OR — In a bold new move to secure its place as America’s favorite bulk-buying utopia, Costco has unveiled its most jaw-dropping creation yet: a 470-pound rotisserie chicken that promises to feed an entire neighborhood, or one very determined uncle during...
Bigfoot Cancels Oregon Appearances, Explains “Can’t Afford to Be Spotted Here Anymore”
OREGON — After centuries of mysterious sightings, blurry photos, and grainy VHS documentaries, Bigfoot has officially canceled all future appearances in Oregon, citing skyrocketing living costs as the final straw. “Look, I’ve been dodging hikers, hunters, and tabloids...
Gas Prices Hit 4 Year Low Across America But Oregon Is Stuck Near 4 Dollars A Gallon
While the rest of the country is cruising into Labor Day with the cheapest gas they’ve seen in four years, Oregon drivers are still stuck paying nearly $4 a gallon according to The Oregonian — and it’s only getting worse. The U.S. average? A cool $3.13 per gallon....
$50K Meant for Oregon Schools Wasted on Failed Homeless Camp Cleanup
Troutdale, Oregon — If you ever needed proof that government can burn through your money faster than a Portland riot eats through plywood, here it is. The Oregon Department of State Lands (DSL) — the agency responsible for managing land to generate revenue for schools...
Kotek Unveils ‘Wheel of New State Taxes’ After Funds Vanish Into Oregon’s Black Hole
SALEM, OR — With Oregon’s budget once again disappearing into what experts are calling “a large cosmic anomaly in Salem,” Governor Tina Kotek proudly unveiled her brand-new “Wheel of New State Taxes” at a press conference Thursday. The massive carnival-style wheel,...
Missing Tillamook Woman’s Remains Found Seven Years After She Vanished
In November 2018, 59 year old Maria Del Carmen Quintana was last seen at her house in Tillamook County, Oregon not too far from Highway 53, and then she vanished without a trace. Maria was considered endangered, and the search for her continued into December of 2018...
Thousands Flock to the Oregon Coast for This Festival Where the Beach Turns Into a Canvas of Colorful Kites
Each September, the Oregon Coast explodes with color as giant kites take to the skies above Lincoln City. From September 19–21, 2025, families, artists, and dreamers alike will gather at the D River State Recreation Site—just north of Depoe Bay—for the beloved Fall...
Southwest Airlines Will Now Require Plus Size Travelers To Buy Two Seats Starting in 2026
The Dallas based carrier announced that beginning January 27, 2026, the same day it moves from its quirky open seating system to assigned seats, its “Customer of Size” policy will change. For years, plus size passengers could wait until the day of travel, talk to a...