by Tyler James | Nov 13, 2024 | News, Weather
After a recent tornado struck Rockaway Beach, Portland residents are being urged to brace for another bout of severe weather. The National Weather Service (NWS) confirmed that an EF-0 tornado touched down in Rockaway Beach on Monday night, bringing 85 mph winds that...
by Tyler James | Nov 12, 2024 | News
Brace yourself, Oregon Coast fans: the dramatic power of the ocean is about to put on a show this week with monstrous waves, stormy weather, and the rare arrival of king tides. If you've ever wanted to witness the ocean at its wildest, mark your calendar for Nov. 15,...
by Tyler James | Nov 12, 2024 | News
Big news for ski enthusiasts! Mt. Bachelor has announced an early opening for the ski season, starting this Friday, November 15—two weeks ahead of the original schedule. This marks the mountain’s earliest season launch since 1998. Thanks to more than 40 inches of...
by Jessica Tomlinson | Nov 12, 2024 | Adventures, Christmas, Family Fun, Featured, Forest Bathing, Hiking, Holidays, Thanksgiving, Things To Do, Travel, Willamette Valley
200 Christmas ornaments will be hidden along select trails in Oregon forests. If you find one, you get to keep it and register for the grand prize! Who's up for an Oregon treasure hunt? Oregonians are familiar with all sorts of treasure hunt stories, from the...
by Diana Flowers | Nov 11, 2024 | Adventures, Waterfalls
The Umpqua National Forest in Southern Oregon makes you feel like you’ve entered a magical realm, and you half expect to see a fairy peeking around a tree trunk as you hike through it. And, all along the beautiful Umpqua River you’ll find sparkling waterfalls of all...
by Diana Flowers | Nov 10, 2024 | Food & Drink, Restaurants
To me, the simplest meals are often the best. And, for a breakfast lover like me, an egg sandwich made with a perfectly fried egg with a gooey center is the ideal meal. If you too are a fan, then Fried Egg I’m in Love in Portland will knock your socks off. This...
by Jessica Tomlinson | Nov 9, 2024 | Christmas, Entertainment, Events, Family Fun, Featured, Festivals, Holidays, Things To Do
Millions of lights, visits from Santa, hot cocoa, German Christmas markets and more round out our favorites for holiday light displays in 2024! The holidays are here, and Oregon is ready to light up the season! From sparkling forests and glowing gardens to rivers...
by Jessica Tomlinson | Nov 6, 2024 | Featured, Food, Food & Drink, Restaurants, Travel, Willamette Valley
Waffles and a Bloody Mary? Batter Up! is a must-visit for anyone in Beaverton looking for a unique twist on breakfast. Batter Up! Waffles and Waffle Sandwiches is where breakfast dreams come true, especially if those dreams involve waffles in just about every possible...
by Tyler James | Nov 5, 2024 | News
In the early hours of November 3rd, 2024, graffiti appeared on the exterior wall of the Lane County Jail in Eugene, Oregon, reigniting public interest in the case of missing Oregon man Michael Bryson. This development follows a recent article we posted about K9 teams...
by Tyler James | Nov 5, 2024 | News
In a baffling and concerning situation, authorities are now searching for a 27-year-old inmate who was mistakenly set free by the Clark County Jail instead of being returned to Oregon custody. The Oregon Department of Corrections (ODC) reported on Sunday that Maurice...
