Springfield Rolls Out Pilot Program Where Roof Guns Politely Ask “Hey Man, What Are You Doing?” Before Escalating
SPRINGFIELD, OR — In what city officials are calling a “measured, community-first approach to modern problems,” Springfield this week unveiled a pilot program featuring AI-powered rooftop security turrets that politely question suspicious individuals before taking any… further interest. Dubbed the Civic Courtesy Deterrence Initiative, the system has already been installed on several homes throughout the city, where sleek, motion-tracking units now sit quietly along rooflines, scanning for what...
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.
Pedal Through The Valley Or Enjoy Brunch On A Relaxing Santiam Excursion Train Ride
Date Night On A Willamette Valley Train Ride? Yes Please. If you’ve ever driven through the Willamette Valley and caught yourself staring a little too long at the railroad tracks, wondering where...
There’s a Beach in Oregon You Can Only Reach by Walking Through a Cliff
There’s something deeply compelling about a beach you have to earn. And on the Oregon Coast, few places capture that feeling quite like Tunnel Beach. Though it’s no longer a total secret, Tunnel...
Are You Afraid of the Dark? This Oregon Retreat Locks You in Total Darkness. For Days. On Purpose.
Somewhere in Southern Oregon, tucked away near the Cascade–Siskiyou Wilderness, not far from Klamath Falls, there’s a place where the lights don’t just go out: they never come on. No windows.No...
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!
The Line May Be Long at Cone Heads, but This Cottage Grove Ice Cream Shop Is Totally Worth It
Tucked inside the Cottage Grove public market is a 200-square-foot ice cream shop that’s quickly become one of Oregon’s best-kept secrets: if you can find a moment without a line out the door....
Just Minutes From Portland, This Classic Drive-In Has Been Serving Up Juicy Burgers Since 1968
Craving thick milkshakes, crispy fries, and old-school burgers? This retro drive-in just 13 minutes from Portland has been dishing out classic American eats since the 60s.
The Burgers In This Old-Fashioned Drive-In Have Been An Oregon Staple For Over 60 Years
Serving Baker City since 1960, Burger Bob’s is an old-fashioned drive-in dishing out juicy burgers, crispy fries, and thick milkshakes, all made fresh and worth the wait.
Bill Could Make Cellphone Use in Oregon Classrooms a Thing of the Past
A statewide ban on cell phones in Oregon’s K-12 classrooms could soon be on the books, following years of discussion and rising concern over the impact of personal devices on student learning and well-being. On Wednesday, March 26, the House Committee on Education...
BREAKING: Cat Confirms It Did, In Fact, Lick the Lasagna
In a stunning turn of events Tuesday evening, household cat Mr. Biscuits has officially confirmed that he licked the lasagna, and, according to inside sources, would “do it again in a heartbeat.” The lasagna, a bubbling tray of cheesy perfection prepared by...
Oregon Braces for Rare Tornado Risk as Severe Storms Target the Willamette Valley
A rare and potentially dangerous weather event is expected to impact parts of Oregon and the broader Pacific Northwest on Wednesday, with the possibility of large hail, damaging winds, and even isolated tornadoes—an unusual combination for the region. The National...
Ride This Coastal Train In Oregon For A Spring Break Adventure You’ll Never Forget
If you're looking for the perfect spring break activity on the Oregon Coast, this is it. Sun, sea air, coastal charm—and the nostalgic click-clack of a historic train. The Spring Break Excursion aboard the Oregon Coast Scenic Railroad is back for 2025, and it's a...
Oregon School Earns “Gold Medal in Predator Enablement” After Flawless Record of Inaction
In a historic achievement for institutional apathy, St. Helens High School has been awarded the coveted Gold Medal in Predator Enablement, a rare honor bestowed upon educational institutions demonstrating "exceptional consistency in ignoring red flags, downplaying...
Locals Shocked as Portland RV Appears to Give Birth to Full-Sized Truck in Public
PORTLAND, OR — In a shocking roadside event that eyewitnesses are describing as “equal parts beautiful and deeply upsetting,” a vintage RV parked outside a shuttered Hollywood Video reportedly gave birth to a fully grown, lifted pickup truck Tuesday afternoon. “I just...
Graffiti Artists Give Up As Portland Now 100% Covered in Spray Paint
PORTLAND, OR — In a historic moment of questionable achievement, the City of Portland has officially become the first metropolitan area in the United States to reach 100% graffiti saturation, prompting local street artists to reluctantly hang up their spray cans and...
Travelers Agree: This Gas Station Port-a-Potty is a ‘Spiritual Oasis in a Plastic Shell’
In the vast, unforgiving wasteland of America’s highways—where fast food wrappers dance in the wind and gas station bathrooms look like crime scenes—one portable restroom has risen above the filth to become a beacon of hope. Perched in front of a Love’s Travel Stop,...
Wife Deploys Tactical Rib Jab in Final Attempt to End Husband’s Snoring
MONROE, OR — In the early hours of Wednesday morning, local woman Emily Patterson reportedly launched what experts are calling a "precision-targeted rib jab" into the soft flank of her peacefully unconscious husband, Greg, in a final, desperate effort to end what has...
Oregon Capitol Swaps Gold Man for Dad Bod Guy Holding a Vape to Better Represent the Future
SALEM, OR — In a historic and absolutely necessary move, Oregon officials have replaced the iconic Gold Man statue atop the State Capitol with a shirtless, vape-clutching dad bod guy, a bold tribute to the future of civilization. The new statue, affectionately dubbed...