by Tyler James | Jul 8, 2025 | News
The Oregon Department of Transportation has begun issuing layoff notices to nearly 500 employees after lawmakers failed to pass a funding bill before the 2025 legislative session adjourned, Gov. Tina Kotek announced Monday. According to Kotek’s office, 483...
by Jessica Tomlinson | Jul 8, 2025 | Featured, Food & Drink, Restaurants, Travel, Willamette Valley
New York Squares in Independence, Oregon is turning heads with its authentic New York City-style Sicilian pizza. Thick, airy sourdough crust meets bold, balanced flavors in every slice, and the best part? Nothing here is rushed. Each pie is made fresh to order, never...
by Danielle Denham | Jul 7, 2025 | Adventures, Cabins, Featured, Forest Bathing, Hiking, Lodging, Waterfalls, Willamette Valley
If you're dreaming of an Oregon adventure that blends rugged natural beauty with cozy comfort, Smith Creek Village at Silver Falls State Park is calling your name. This charming retreat is more than just a place to stay; it's a gateway to one of the most spectacular...
by Danielle Denham | Jul 7, 2025 | News
A chilling new lead has surfaced in the nationwide search for Travis Decker, the Washington father accused of murdering his three young daughters. Live5 WCSC News and Fox12 Oregon are reporting that a man matching Decker’s description may have been spotted deep in...
by Jessica Tomlinson | Jul 7, 2025 | Architecture, Cabins, Featured, Interesting, Lodging, Southern Oregon, Travel
Step back in time at a little roadside stop where retro A-frame cabins, vintage charm, and modern comfort create a unique roadside escape. Travelers cruising down I-5 in Southern Oregon might do a double take when they spot a row of eye-catching A-frame cabins rising...
by Jessica Tomlinson | Jul 6, 2025 | Featured, Food & Drink, Interesting, Lincoln City, Oregon Coast, Restaurants, Travel
Handmade with care and premium ingredients, Lincoln City Donuts And Coffee draws early-morning crowds and sells out fast. There’s no sleeping in if you plan to score one of the wildly popular pastries at Lincoln City Donuts and Coffee. This small-batch shop opens at 7...
by Tyler James | Jul 5, 2025 | News, Satire
PORTLAND, Ore. — Local cyclists have announced plans for a massive parade this Saturday titled “We’re Better Than You” as a way to raise awareness for their superior lifestyle choices. The event, organized by the Portland Coalition of Pedal Supremacy, will feature...
by Tyler James | Jul 4, 2025 | News
It’s been a month since tragedy struck in Washington’s Wenatchee Valley, and the search for Travis Decker—the father accused of killing his three young daughters—continues to grip the region. The case began on May 30, when Decker failed to return 9-year-old Paityn,...
by Tyler James | Jul 4, 2025 | Humor, News, Satire
PORTLAND, OR — Ahead of Independence Day, Portland Mayor Keith Wilson reminded residents Monday that while waving the American flag on the 4th of July is technically still legal, those who choose to do so should immediately issue a sincere apology for “the harm caused...
by Tyler James | Jul 4, 2025 | Adventures, Humor, News, Satire
SALEM, OR — In a groundbreaking press conference Tuesday, Governor Tina Kotek unveiled her latest initiative to address Oregon’s mounting crises: staring blankly into the distance until everything magically fixes itself. “My administration has worked tirelessly to...
