Man Accused of Firing at Convenience Store Clerk Now Faces Attempted Murder Charge
This is the kind of behavior that makes you stop and ask what on earth is going through someone’s head. On Friday evening in Salem, a man reportedly got into a dispute with a store clerk at U.S. Market on Broadway Street NE. Annoying? Sure. Worth breaking a window and firing a gun at a grocery store? Absolutely not. According to police, the suspect — identified as 33-year-old Jonathan Roy Debnam of Monmouth — retrieved a handgun from his vehicle after the argument. He then allegedly used the...
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.
Stay in a Piece of Pop Culture History at the Famous Short Circuit House in Astoria
Astoria, Oregon, is one of the most beloved small towns on the Pacific Northwest coast, and it’s easy to see why. With its charming seaside vibe, stunning waterfront views, and deep cinematic roots,...
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.
Worship in Pepperoni Heaven at This Old Central Oregon Church Turned Pizzaria
Grace and Hammer is not your average pizzeria. It’s a sacred union of divine wood-fired pizza and history, wrapped up in a vibe that’s as charming as Redmond, Oregon itself. I had the absolute...
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!
Hop Aboard This Retro Train-Themed Restaurant in Bandon for All-Day Breakfast
The Station Restaurant in Bandon, Oregon, is the perfect place to grab a meal whether you’re a local or just passing through. Located on Hwy 101, just north of Old Town, it offers a mix of...
This Iconic Portland Meat Market Has Been Perfecting the Art of Butchery For Over 60 Years
With delicious smoked meats and friendly service, it’s clear why Gartner’s has been a beloved part of the community for over 60 years.
Once A Shoe Grease Factory In The 1920s, This Oregon Warehouse Is Now A Foodie Paradise
Hip, down to earth vibes, amazing fresh food, and sustainable products aren’t exactly the type of thing you’d expect in an old shoe grease factory but that’s exactly what makes Mac Market in McMinnville so special.
Inconvenient Child Declares, “Mom, I Have to Go. Like, Really Bad”—Right After the Final Rest Stop for 50 Miles
RURAL HIGHWAY, USA — In what experts are calling a “statistically impossible yet somehow inevitable event,” a local child has once again declared an urgent need to use the restroom precisely five minutes after the final available rest stop for 50 miles. Eyewitnesses...
After Years of Being in the Ocean, Haystack Rock is Moving to Central Oregon—And People Have Questions
In a move no one saw coming—yet somehow makes complete sense in the most Oregon way possible—state officials have confirmed that Haystack Rock is being relocated to Central Oregon, where it will be placed right next to Smith Rock. Cannon Beach residents, long...
Another Oregon Town Ranked ‘Most Adorable’ by a Magazine You’ve Probably Never Heard Of
Yet another Oregon town has been thrust into the national spotlight, thanks to Quaint Living Weekly, a prestigious, possibly AI-generated publication that, despite its apparent influence, no one has actually seen in print. According to the magazine, [Insert Oregon...
State Officials Confirm: ‘Salem Has a Capitol Building, And That’s Pretty Much It’
SALEM, OR — After years of speculation, confusion, and outright apathy, state officials have finally confirmed what many Oregonians have long suspected: Salem has a Capitol building, and that’s pretty much it. The announcement came during a press conference held in...
Study Finds Oregon Drivers Believe Left Lane is the Perfect Place to Reflect on Life at 52 MPH
SALEM, OR — A new study has confirmed what every frustrated driver on I-5 already suspected: for many Oregonians, the left lane isn’t a place for efficient travel—it’s a sacred space for deep personal reflection at exactly three miles under the speed limit. According...
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...