Portland Business Owner Pitches Tent at City Hall to Protest Shelter and Gets Arrested
A 64-year-old Portland business owner, Paul Rudinsky, set up a tent outside City Hall to protest a new homeless shelter being placed next door to his Pearl District apartments. Within hours, police arrested him for trespassing. Meanwhile, across the city, sprawling homeless camps line sidewalks, parks, and storefronts with little to no enforcement. Rudinsky owns the Oro Apartments and says he’s worried about the city’s new “low barrier” overnight shelter opening on Northwest Northrup Street....
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.
Oregon Caves National Monument Starts Starry New Chapter As Dark Sky Park
Oregon Caves isn’t just about underground adventures in the famed “Marble Halls of Oregon.” Now it’s also a haven for experiencing the magic of an unspoiled night sky—a rarity in today’s light-polluted world.
Video Shows Close Call as Woman Nearly Swept Away by King Tide on Oregon Coast
A woman visiting Cannon Beach had a harrowing encounter with the ocean on Thursday when she was nearly swept out to sea by a King Tide. The Cannon Beach Police Department released a video of the...
The Widest Covered Bridge In Oregon Is A Hidden Gem Worth The Detour
Hit by a truck, re-built, given a roof and then raised up to avoid a flood, the Lowell Covered Bridge in Oregon has stood the test of time and is a great spot to visit today.
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!
Locals Are Obsessed With the 16-Inch Pancakes at This Classic Oregon Diner
If breakfast is your favorite meal, like it is mine, then finding a good spot that hits all the right notes is an absolute joy. After all, there's something truly special about starting your day...
The Old Fashioned Drive-In Restaurant In Oregon That Hasn’t Changed In Decades
Fries, chocolate chip mint ice cream and a juicy bacon burger is comfort food a its finest. It’s the kind of meal that satisfies after a long drive or road trip.
This Unpretentious Dundee Restaurant is a Hidden Gem in Oregon’s Wine Region
Trellis is that rare restaurant that achieves the impossible: striking the perfect balance of creating a casual and accessible local dining spot without sacrificing on quality and elegance. Whether...
Rapidly Growing NE Oregon Wildfire Engulfs 10,000 Acres, Prompts Evacuations
As an Oregonian, it's hard to believe the sheer number of fires currently ravaging our beautiful state. The Town Gulch Fire in Baker County, now estimated at a staggering 10,000 acres, is just one of the latest in a series of relentless blazes. According to KTVZ,...
Raging Wildfire Near Madras Surpasses 5,000 Acres, 0% Contained
As reported by Central Oregon Daily News, a wildfire that started Sunday night northwest of Madras, exhibiting what Forest Service officials describe as "extreme fire behavior," grew to 5,093 acres by Tuesday morning and remains 0% contained. Crews worked through the...
Wildfire Near Madras Reaches 3,000 Acres, Emergency Act Invoked
As reported by Central Oregon Daily News, a wildfire ignited Sunday night northwest of Madras after lightning strikes and strong winds swept through the area. By Monday morning, the blaze had expanded to 3,000 acres, prompting Level 3 "Go Now" evacuations in certain...
Follow the Mystical Hobbit Trail Leading to a Secluded Oregon Beach
Just off the Oregon coast near Florence lies a short but stunning hike from Hobbit Beach to Heceta Head. The Hobbit Trail begins at a modest parking pull-out just north of Heceta Head State Park, so keep a keen eye out to avoid missing it. You'll need to park across...
Embark on a Magical Boat Tour at America’s Most Beautiful Lake
Recently Travel And Leisure reported that Crater Lake is the 'best hidden gem' in the US. They also reported that Crater Lake and other destinations that made the list might be known to locals, but are less-visited spots for tourists. Truth be told, Crater Lake is a...
Missing Oregon Pilot And Firefighting Tanker Found – Crashed
On Thursday evening July 25th, a tanker plane that was fighting wildfires in Eastern Oregon went missing. The plane and pilot were reported missing at 6:50 PM after it was sent out to fight the Falls Fire near Seneca, Oregon. Grant County Search And Rescue was able to...
This Remote State Park on the Southern Oregon Coast Will Take Your Breath Away
I’ve always had a special affinity for the southern Oregon coast. To me, it seems wilder and more beautiful than almost any other place in the state, and Cape Blanco is the perfect representation of this. Cape Blanco sits 245 feet above the sea and is located just...
Largest U.S. Fire in Oregon May Intensify with Upcoming Storm
In a concerning report from OPB, wildfires are once again ravaging the West, with Oregon, California, and Washington bearing the brunt. This summer has been particularly alarming for us Oregonians who have watched these fires grow more intense each year. Now, the...
Oregon’s Wildfires Are the Top Priority in the Nation
With 38 significant, uncontrolled wildfires raging across 838,908 acres in Oregon and Washington, the Northwest region has become the highest firefighting priority in the United States. Oregon bears the brunt of this devastation, with 91.5% of the total burning...
8 Unforgettable Adventures You’ll Want to Experience in Oregon This October
I can’t get enough of the vibrant fall colors, a slight chill in the air, and hiking foggy trails through the mountains on a rainy day to get a glimpse of stunning fall foliage.