Black Bear Spotted Near One of Eugene’s Most Popular Hiking Spots
A recent black bear sighting near Spencer Butte has wildlife officials encouraging Lane County residents to take a few simple steps that can help prevent future conflicts between people and bears. For many Oregonians, seeing a black bear is a reminder of what makes our state so special. From the forests surrounding Eugene to the rugged mountains and coastal ranges beyond, bears are a natural part of Oregon's landscape. But as neighborhoods continue to expand into wildlife habitat, encounters...
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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.
This Tiny Oregon Italian Restaurant Feels Like A Secret Mediterranean Escape In The Foothills
There are some restaurants you stumble across once and never forget. The kind of spot you tell your friends about weeks later because you’re still thinking about the meal. Tucked along Highway 58 in...
This Abandoned Oregon Ski Area Could Reopen After Nearly A Decade Silent
For years, the chairlifts at Spout Springs Ski Area have sat still in the mountains of northeastern Oregon, quietly weathering snowstorms, summers, and the passing of time. But now, after nearly a...
This Tiny Oregon Gold Rush Town Might Be The Most Charming Getaway In The State
There are places in Oregon that feel beautiful, and then there are places that feel like stepping into another time entirely. Jacksonville is one of those places. Tucked into the rolling hills of...
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This Tiny Oregon Burger Joint Has Been a Favorite Since 1987 And Now I Get Why
There’s something about driving through Eastern Oregon that resets your expectations a little. The towns get quieter. The roads stretch longer. And when you finally stop somewhere to eat, you’re not...
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...
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...
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...
The Dark Side of Oregon Facebook Groups Exposed: Bots, Phishing Scams, and Stolen Content
These seemingly innocuous pages and groups will unapologetically steal your information, money, and probably your soul if they could.
Experience the Thrill of Oregon’s Legendary Pendleton Round Up This September
If there’s one Oregon event that embodies the Wild West spirit, it’s the Pendleton Round-Up. Since 1910, this legendary rodeo has drawn cowboys, cowgirls, and spectators from across the globe to Eastern Oregon. Every September, the quiet town of Pendleton comes alive...
Perfectly Balanced Spin Cycle Ride Goes Viral as Silverwood Responds to Riders Stuck Upside Down
ATHOL, Idaho – A viral TikTok video from Silverwood Theme Park has been making the rounds this week, showing riders on the park’s Spin Cycle attraction suspended upside down longer than expected. The clip, posted by TikTok user @absteroo, shows the massive...
Wildfires in Oregon and California Grow Overnight as Thousands Face Evacuations
SISTERS, Ore. — Wildfire season is showing its teeth across the West, with major blazes raging in both Central Oregon and California’s wine country. Evacuation levels around Sisters are in effect due to the Flat Fire — Level 1 (Be Ready) in green, Level 2 (Be Set) in...
Flat Fire Doubles Overnight Near Sisters, Thousands of Acres Now Burning
SISTERS, Ore. – Central Oregon is facing another major wildfire as the Flat Fire has doubled in size to nearly 19,000 acres as of Saturday morning, according to the Oregon State Fire Dashboard. The fire remains 0% contained and continues to spread south, prompting new...
Trump Jr. Hints at Federal Takeover, Calls Portland and Seattle “Crapholes”
Donald Trump Jr. is once again making headlines, this time for remarks tying crime, politics, and the possibility of federal intervention in local police forces. In a recent interview, the president’s eldest son celebrated what he called a “huge win” for the Trump...