You Can’t Make This Up: Dozens of Oregon Students Ate Pretzels Contaminated With Oven Cleaner
You really can’t make this stuff up. In a headline that's now making national news, about 50 students at Fowler Middle School in Tigard got more than they bargained for during lunch this week — when the “salt” on their pretzels turned out to be granulated oven cleaner. According to the Tigard-Tualatin School District, 37 pretzels were “mistakenly contaminated” with a cleaner called Alto-Shaam before being served to students on Monday. Some kids reported a burning sensation in their mouth and...
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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.
What Happened in 1990 When a Massive Etching Appeared in Oregon’s Alvord Desert
In recent months, reports of mysterious lights and so-called drones have captured attention across the United States. From glowing orbs hovering over remote areas to strange aerial formations...
Oregon Coast Braces for Massive King Tides Over 3 Days
The third and final round of king tides of the season is happening this weekend on the Oregon coast. If you’re headed out to see them, here’s what you need to know.
Search Continues For Cottage Grove Man Last Seen Near Raging River Bank
Lane County Sheriff's Search & Rescue teams are continuing their efforts to locate 61-year-old Robert Ray Bennett II, who has been missing since December 28, 2024. Bennett, a resident of Cottage...
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Explore Oregon’s food and drink scene – from locally sourced ingredients to craft brews and award-winning wines. Plan your culinary adventure now!
Order Pancakes by the Acre at this Longstanding Portland Diner
The Cameo Cafe East sits on the corner at NE 82nd Ave and Sandy Blvd in Portland’s Roseway neighborhood, and you wouldn't think much of it just by looking at it. However, if you’ve driven by and...
The Camp 18 Restaurant And Gift Shop Is The Perfect Cozy Holiday Stop
Whether you’re enjoying a breakfast feast next to the glowing fireplace and gigantic Christmas tree, or browsing the gift shop for Bigfoot-themed souvenirs and local blackberry preserves, it’s an experience that feels both timeless and unique.
Springfield Chick-fil-A: Opening Date Still Unconfirmed
UPDATE: We want to provide an update regarding the opening date of the Chick-fil-A Springfield location at 3450 Gateway Street. While the December 5th date we initially reported was sourced from...
Outrage in Bend as Forest Green Subaru Shortage Forces Residents to Rethink Entire Personalities
BEND, OR — A crisis of unprecedented proportions has rocked Central Oregon this week, as Bend’s last remaining Subaru dealership officially ran out of forest green Outbacks, sending thousands of residents into a full-blown identity spiral. For years, Bend locals have...
Heroic Man Saves Oregon Woman Who Almost Pumps Diesel into Prius Thinking It’s the ‘Green’ Option
It was a typical cloudy morning at a gas station just off I-5 in Salem, but for one Oregonian, it would become the scene of an epic rescue she’d never forget. Emily Thompson, a lifelong Portland resident and Prius driver, stood frozen in front of the gas pump, her...
President Trump Taps Paul Bunyan to Dig ‘Yuge’ Canal from Oregon to California to Fight Wildfires
In a groundbreaking post on Truth Social, former President Donald Trump announced an unprecedented partnership with legendary lumberjack Paul Bunyan and his trusty blue ox, Babe, to deliver "billions and billions" of gallons of water from the Pacific Northwest to...
Trump Promises to Restore Natural Hair Greatness by Banning Blue Hair
WASHINGTON, D.C. — In a groundbreaking announcement today, Donald Trump declared that blue hair will soon be banned across the United States in an effort to "restore national pride and patriotism." The bold initiative, dubbed the "Hair to the Chief Act," would outlaw...
Oregon Man Tells Gas Attendant ‘I’ve Got This,’ Secretly Hopes He’ll Still Help
PORTLAND, OR — It’s been nearly two years since Oregon officially joined the rest of the country in allowing self-serve gas, but for Gary Thurman, a 36-year-old lifelong Oregonian, the adjustment has been anything but smooth. On Tuesday, Gary pulled into a local Shell...
Three Days of Sunshine Spark Mostly Peaceful Protests as Portlanders Demand the Return of Gray Skies
PORTLAND, OR — In a city famous for its love of drizzle, gloom, and perfectly damp mornings, three consecutive days of sunshine have sent locals into a full-blown existential crisis. Hundreds of Portlanders gathered downtown on Sunday to demand the immediate return of...
Portland Renters and Their Cats Must Mask Up 24/7 or Face Eviction
In a move that has sparked both confusion and concern, the City of Portland has implemented a groundbreaking new policy requiring renters to wear masks at all times, even in the privacy of their own apartments, when alone. This decision comes in response to growing...
The Most Bizarre Museum in Oregon Will Leave You Scratching Your Head in Wonder
Each display showcases a whimsical blend of natural history, rogue taxidermy, and surreal artistry that will have you both scratching your head and snapping pictures.
Oregon Ranks in the Middle for Drivers, But California and Washington Hit Bottom
Anyone in Oregon knows that driving in Portland can be an absolute nightmare. With limited lanes, outdated infrastructure, and an influx of new residents over the years, it’s clear the city wasn’t built to handle today’s population. From the constant bottlenecks on...
Trump Declassifies Decades-Old Files on JFK, RFK, and MLK Assassinations
In a stunning move that has sent waves through historians, conspiracy theorists, and truth-seekers alike, President Donald Trump signed an executive order to declassify all remaining files related to the assassinations of President John F. Kennedy, Senator Robert F....