Bend Now Requiring All New Residents To Pick Up Mandatory Puffy Black Columbia Jacket At City Hall
BEND, OR — In a move city officials are calling “a natural evolution of our community’s identity,” Bend has officially begun requiring all new residents to report to City Hall within 48 hours of arrival to collect their mandatory puffy black Columbia jacket. The ordinance, passed unanimously by the Bend City Council after only 11 minutes of discussion and one enthusiastic fist-pump, aims to “streamline assimilation” for the thousands of newcomers flooding into the Central Oregon mountain town...
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.
Become a Gourmet Chef at This Unique Farm-to-Table Cooking School in Oregon
Ready to learn, laugh, and feast? This is a food adventure, and at the end of the night, you may find it hard to leave.
When and Where to See the 2024 Oregon King Tides
As winter approaches, the Oregon coast is gearing up for the 2024 King Tides, one of nature’s most spectacular displays. These tides, known scientifically as perigean spring tides, occur when the...
You’ll Find Some of the Best Sandwiches in Oregon at This Quaint Coastal Market
Bungalow Market & Deli in North Bend is the local go-to spot for those in the know when it comes to killer sandwiches. Tucked away in what might seem like an unassuming little market, this place...
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!
Your Plate Will Be Overflowing With Italian Goodness At This Oregon Eatery
This is a place where good food, good wine, and good company come together in the best possible way.
Indulge on Brunch, Bubbly, and Sweet Treats at this One-of-a-Kind Bar in Oregon
Sip Champagne and Dessert Bar is owned by Sierra Andrews and Ashley Buonarroti who’ve combined their love of dessert and sparkling wine to give Eugene its only champagne bar, and you’ve got to check...
Locals Can’t Get Enough Of The Delicious Treats At This Popular Cafe In Oregon
Springfield, Oregon, often overshadowed by its bigger neighbor Eugene, is a town with its own unique charm. Nestled in the southern part of the Willamette Valley, Springfield offers visitors a blend...
Salem, Oregon Ranks Top 10 In USA Family Friendly Travel Destinations
Recently Yelp, known for reviews of restaurants, attractions and other businesses, compiled a list of America's top 10 family friendly destinations. The ten cities that made the cut were cities that matched the 'good for kids' attribute on Yelp and had high searches...
Planning To Travel for The April 2024 Solar Eclipse? Extreme Warnings Abound For Tourists
If Oregon's 2017 total solar eclipse is any indication, travel to the eastern side of the U.S. to view April 2024's redux is going to be crazy. Quaint towns and remote areas across the U.S. are gearing up for an influx of eclipse enthusiasts eager to witness the awe...
New Beaverton REI Store Opening in April, Set to be the Biggest in the State
Like most outdoorsy Portlanders, I was disappointed but not totally surprised when REI announced last year that its location in the trendy Pearl neighborhood would be closing. The store had been there for 20 years, but due to an increase in crime including thefts and...
Chewing Gum DNA Ends 44-Year Hunt for Oregon Killer
Barbara Mae Tucker, then 19, was a regular student attending Mount Hood Community College in Gresham until on January 15, 1980 the unthinkable happened. Her body was found by another student near the school parking lot, and it was discovered she had been murdered...
Whale Watching Starts Saturday With 14,500 Gray Whales Migrating Close to Oregon’s Coast
This spring, Oregon's State Parks are celebrating the season with a specially extended Whale Watching Week, promising an unforgettable experience. From the 23rd to the 31st of March, enthusiasts are invited to the Oregon Coast to witness the impressive gray whales as...
Oregon Is Now Home To The Largest ‘Dark Sky Sanctuary’ In the World
Step into the heart of eastern Oregon, where the night sky unveils a spectacle so mesmerizing that it's officially been crowned the world's largest International Dark Sky Sanctuary. Imagine a canvas stretching over 2.5 million acres in Lake County, twinkling with...
Portland Woman Tragically Falls to Her Death on a Hiking Trail in Oregon
In a somber update from multiple news sources, the story of a 63-year-old woman, once missing and later discovered deceased at the base of a cliff near Horsetail Falls in the scenic yet solemn Columbia River Gorge, has touched the hearts of many. Terina Kaye Chapman,...
New Food Cart Pod with Zero Alcohol Launches in Oregon, Just in Time For Spring
The Redmond Food Park has bloomed just in time for spring, offering a refreshing, alcohol-free gastronomic experience that's already garnering glowing reviews. This novel establishment has been successful in creating an environment that caters to families and...
Oregon Zoo Welcomes Humboldt Penguin Chick, 194th to Hatch
In the city of Portland, Oregon, a heartwarming event unfolded at the Oregon Zoo on the 4th of March, marking the arrival of a diminutive Humboldt penguin chick. This new member of the zoo family was so small at birth that it could easily nestle into the palm of a...
Oregon Lottery Reveals the Winning Numbers for the $1 Million Top Prize
In the heart of Portland, Oregon, an air of anticipation has settled as the Oregon Lottery announces it's time for ticket holders to come forward—the St. Patrick’s Day Raffle has unveiled its lucky numbers, headlined by a staggering top prize of $1 million! Behold,...