Springfield 24-Hour Spa Insists Green Water Is For St. Patrick’s Day, Not Whatever’s Been Brewing Since 2009
SPRINGFIELD, Ore. — Staff at a local 24-hour soaking spa say the noticeably green color of their hot tub water this week is completely intentional and absolutely related to St. Patrick’s Day, despite several longtime customers quietly noting the water has looked suspiciously similar for years. The spa, located just off Main Street in Springfield and open around the clock, recently announced its “Festive Shamrock Soak” promotion, which management says brings a little Irish spirit to 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.
Step Back In Time At This Little Coastal Museum Full Of Big Stories
Gold panning, pioneer stories, and historic shipwreck exhibits bring Bandon Oregon’s colorful coastal past to life.
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.
The Oregon Country Fair Celebrates 56 Years of Magic in the Woods This Weekend
For one weekend every July, a quiet stretch of forest outside Eugene transforms into something straight out of a dream. The air fills with music and laughter, the trails come alive with costumed...
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!
This Charming Oregon Café Introduced Me to Crunchy French Toast, and I’m Hooked
If you’re ever driving through Stayton, Oregon, you’re in for a treat. This small town, about 15 miles southeast of Salem, has that classic small-town charm that feels like a breath of fresh air....
This Oregon Deli Brings An Authentic NYC Flavor Bomb To Your Tastebuds
If you happen to be in Salem, Oregon, and find yourself craving a giant meatball sub or an authentic Gabagool, Cozzie's NY Deli may just be your ticket to a full belly. Since 2014, this family-owned...
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...
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 Grove, was last seen standing on the bank of Brice Creek near a...
Portland Woman, 74, Held Hostage and Sexually Assaulted for 3 Days in Her Own Home
A 69-year-old man, Kenneth Gregory Williams, is facing horrifying charges after police say he held a 74-year-old woman hostage in her own home and repeatedly sexually assaulted her for several days. This deeply disturbing incident showcases an appalling level of...
Runaway Cow Keeps Oregon State Police Busy on I-84
Talk about starting the New Year with a bang—or should we say a moo? On January 1, the Oregon State Police were called to handle an utterly udderly bizarre situation: a rogue cow hoofing it down Interstate 84 near Hood River. This wasn’t your average backyard escapee....
Sneaker Wave Warning Issued for Oregon Beaches January 8th-9th
DOUGLAS, COOS & CURRY COUNTIES, Ore. — The National Weather Service has issued a warning for a moderate risk of sneaker waves along the coastlines of Douglas, Coos, and Curry counties. The heightened risk is expected to last from Monday morning through Tuesday...
Trestle Collapse in Corvallis Derails Train Into Marys River
A train trestle over the Marys River in Corvallis collapsed on Saturday afternoon, sending one train car carrying agricultural materials into the river and leaving two other cars unstable. The incident, which occurred at approximately 12:08 p.m., involved a 19-car...
Oregon’s New Styrofoam Ban Takes Effect to Combat Pollution Across the State
As of January 1, 2025, Oregon has officially joined the growing list of states cracking down on single-use plastics with the enactment of Senate Bill 543. Passed by the Oregon Senate and House in 2023, this legislation bans food vendors from serving prepared meals in...
Oregon’s Mt. Bachelor Leads North America with Record-Breaking Snowfall
Mt. Bachelor has kicked off the winter season with an incredible snowfall, transforming the mountain into a powder-filled paradise. Over the past few days, winter storms have delivered a whopping five feet of fresh snow, the resort announced Sunday. With a base depth...
This Hidden Café In Remote Oregon Serves Unforgettable Comfort Food
The combination of mouthwatering comfort food, ice cream and pie, along with a rich local history, makes Austin House a standout spot to check out in eastern Oregon.
Dead Sea Turtle Washes Ashore on Oregon Coast Near Fort Stevens
Just days after an endangered loggerhead sea turtle was rescued from Short Beach in Tillamook County, a tragic discovery was made on the northern Oregon Coast. A 40-pound olive ridley sea turtle washed ashore on Sunset Beach near Fort Stevens State Park and was found...
Sylvia Beach Hotel in Newport to Undergo Renovations in 2025
Nestled on a picturesque bluff overlooking the Pacific Ocean, the Sylvia Beach Hotel in Newport, Oregon, has long been a cherished retreat for book lovers and travelers alike. Renowned for its literary charm, the hotel is now embarking on a new chapter. On Sunday,...