Kotek Announces Plan To Unite Oregon This Fourth Of July By Posting Another Divisive Facebook Rant About Trump
SALEM, OR — As Oregonians celebrate the Fourth of July today with fireworks, family barbecues, flags, parades, and the annual tradition of pretending everyone can get along for at least one afternoon, Governor Tina Kotek is marking the holiday with her own bold message of unity: another divisive Facebook rant about Donald Trump. The post, which is expected to bring Oregon together in the same way a lit mortar brings together a pile of dry grass, calls on residents to remember what Independence...
THINGS TO DO & EVENTS
Festivals, concerts, seasonal celebrations, and memorable Oregon adventures worth putting on your calendar.Fresh ideas for getting out and enjoying Oregon, from upcoming community events to unforgettable places and experiences around the state.
Jelly Roll Set to Light Up Bend, Oregon with Backroad Baptism Tour
Bend, Oregon is in for a musical treat as one of hip-hop's unique talents, Jelly Roll, is gearing up to bring his celebrated "Backroad Baptism Tour" to town. And guess what? He's not coming alone....
Lincoln City Invites You to a Glass Float Extravaganza This Labor Day
Ready to chase some magic on the beach? Lincoln City, Oregon is buzzing with anticipation for an unforgettable Labor Day weekend! Dive into the exhilarating Glass Float Extravaganza from Saturday,...
South Oregon Coast Revels in Bandon’s 77th Annual Cranberry Festival
The picturesque town of Bandon, Oregon, often associated humorously with cranberries for its rhyming allure, is once again set to host its annual celebration of the region's rich cranberry heritage....
Trump Sends Troops to Portland, Still No Word If Epstein Files Are Hidden in ICE Basement
PORTLAND, Ore. — In what officials are calling “Operation Basement Sweep,” President Trump doubled down on his commitment to locate the alleged Epstein files, personally insisting they are buried...
Multnomah Falls Becomes First Pay-Per-View Waterfall as Oregon Finds New Way to Monetize Nature
If it feels like Oregon is charging you for the very air you breathe, that’s because they probably just haven’t figured out how to meter it yet. After the freshly announced $10 parking fee at Vista...
Report: Some People Are Dying
In what experts are calling “technically not new, but still sort of a bummer,” reports are surfacing that some people, in fact, are dying. The revelation has stunned absolutely no one, yet continues...
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!
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.
People Say This Oregon Pizzeria Nails Authentic New York–Style Pizza
Serving up authentic NYC-style Sicilian pizza, New York Squares in Independence, Oregon, offers fresh, made-to-order pies with high-quality ingredients and unmatched flavor in every bite.
GoFundMe Created for Husband Who Thought Telling Wife to Calm Down Was a Good Idea
In what’s being dubbed “the most expensive two words ever spoken,” a local man has launched a GoFundMe after making the rookie mistake of telling his wife to “calm down” during a heated discussion about reorganizing the pantry. “It just slipped out,” the man, now...
Eugene Voted Most Likely to Smell Like Weed Before 9 AM
In a nationwide study that absolutely no one asked for, Eugene, Oregon, has taken home the prestigious title of “Most Likely to Smell Like Weed Before 9 AM.” The study, conducted by the National Scent Awareness Coalition (NSAC), found that 87% of residents and...
Portland Tesla Owner Remembers to Leave Tesla at Home Before Protesting Tesla
PORTLAND, Ore. — In what might be the most Portland thing ever, local resident and proud Tesla owner Trevor Greenfield made headlines on Saturday after momentarily driving his $60,000 Tesla Model 3 to the "Tesla Takedown" protest outside a Portland dealership—only to...
Tired Couple Thanks Motel for Nostalgic Cigarette Scent in ‘Charming Vintage Room’
After a grueling 12-hour road trip filled with endless stretches of highway and way too many gas station hot dogs, Mark and Susan Reynolds were looking forward to a peaceful night’s rest. What they didn’t expect was a “charming vintage experience” that would transport...
Winter Weather Update: Roads, Schools, and Conditions in the Willamette Valley
Snow, ice, and freezing rain impacted the Willamette Valley but a warm-up by midday Friday is improving conditions. Key Updates: Salem Roads: Main roads are mostly clear but residential streets remain icy. City crews are plowing and sanding primary and secondary...
Police Release Footage That Looks Like It Was Filmed on a Garage Sale Camcorder, Seek Tips
Newport, Oregon— Local police have proudly unveiled what they believe to be groundbreaking security footage in their ongoing investigation of a robbery suspect. The image, which has been described as "state-of-the-art" by Officer Daniels, features a vaguely...
French Press Seals the Deal, Leaving Woman Questioning All Her Past Relationships
In a shocking turn of caffeinated events, local woman Claire Thompson found herself reevaluating her entire romantic history after a first date that featured a French press. What began as an ordinary evening with Kyle Hastings, a 32-year-old marketing consultant and...
‘I’ve Got All-Season Tires,’ Says Portland Man Who Abandoned Car After 100 Feet of Snow Driving
In a scene that has become a winter tradition in Portland, local resident Trevor Whitaker set out in his car this morning with unshakable confidence and a can-do attitude, despite a forecast that screamed, "Stay home!" Like many of his fellow Portlanders, Trevor...
Confused Couple Disappointed to Find Crater Lake Doesn’t Look Like Post on Facebook
CRATER LAKE, OR — A couple visiting from out of state returned home Sunday after an "utterly underwhelming" trip to Crater Lake. Inspired by a Facebook post claiming Crater Lake was home to a stunning waterfall cascading into a glowing sapphire pool, surrounded by...
Authorities Warn: Tiny Drug Dealers Peddling ‘Thin Mints’ Laced with Addictive Substances
In what’s being described as a growing epidemic, local authorities have issued a warning about an alarming spike in community-wide addiction—this time, not from the usual suspects, but from a shadowy network of pint-sized pushers peddling a dangerous product known...