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Welcome to our Oregon News category, where we bring you the latest and most relevant news stories from the beautiful state of Oregon. From the stunning Pacific coastline to the rugged Cascade Mountains, Oregon is home to a wealth of natural beauty, diverse communities, and exciting cultural events.

Smoke from Canada Drifts to Portland, Affecting Saturday’s Air Quality

PORTLAND, Ore. — Canada's raging wildfires are set to impact views in both Oregon and Washington this Saturday. Known for its breathtaking vistas, Portland will soon be enveloped in a smoky haze, leading to compromised air clarity. As the week moves forward, local communities and businesses in...

Dangerous Algal Blooms Continues to Wreak Havoc on the Willamette

Here in the dog days of summer, many Portlanders rely on the cool waters of the Willamette for a much-needed break from the heat. Whether your activity of choice is boating, stand up paddleboarding, or swimming, getting in the water can provide relief from our higher-than-average recent...

Newport’s Aquarium Shines as the Oregon Coast’s Gem with National Recognition

Oregonians, it's time to puff up with pride! Our beloved Oregon Coast Aquarium in Newport has recently been lauded as one of the "15 Top Aquariums in the U.S. for 2023" by the renowned travel platform, U.S. News & World Report. This isn’t just a win for Newport – it's a testament to our...

Hurricane Hilary May Bring Much-Needed Relief to Oregon Wildfires

Oregon residents have been grappling with the repercussions of an unprecedented summer heatwave. However, there might be a silver lining coming our way in the form of some unexpected rainfall. According to recent updates from KGW's Chief Meteorologist, Matt Zaffino, Hurricane Hilary, currently...

Lookout Fire in Lane County Expands to 1,200 Acres; Level 3 Evacuations Mandated

With each summer in Oregon, the once serene, picture-postcard landscapes are now facing increasing threats of rapidly-spreading wildfires. Recent years have painted a grim picture of what has become the new normal for the state's summer months, with the Lookout Fire offering a poignant reminder....
6 earthquakes hit off Oregon Coast – one a 5.4 magnitude shaker

6 earthquakes hit off Oregon Coast – one a 5.4 magnitude shaker

According to geologists, a cluster of earthquakes shook off the Oregon coast early Thursday morning. There were reportedly at least seven earthquakes reported between 150 and 200 miles from Bandon, as reported by the U.S. Geological Survey. Several earthquakes struck...

Podcast: Nature is RAD. Let’s talk about Crater Lake!

Podcast: Nature is RAD. Let’s talk about Crater Lake!

Today on the 3rd podcast installment, my good friend Kingsley and I discussed everything from Crater Lake and ecotherapy to The Goonies! We are broadcasting live from Lincoln City, on the Oregon Coast at Scout Northwest in the Lincoln City Outlet Mall. Make sure and...

Our first podcast is live: Axe throwing and more at Scout

Our first podcast is live: Axe throwing and more at Scout

I can remember the first time a friend of mine told me we should do a podcast on That Oregon Life. That was around 5 years ago... And while I have always wanted to do one for the brand, I simply just hadn't got to it yet. Until now! I could not be more excited to...

Video: Adorable Cat In Pack Loves Hiking With Her Owner

Video: Adorable Cat In Pack Loves Hiking With Her Owner

We do our best here at That Oregon Life to steer you away from the massive stream of negativity we are bombarded with daily by corporate media. So when I come across something like this, I of course would be doing you all a disservice if I did not share it! According...

Possible SpaceX Rocket Debris Found on Oregon Coast

Possible SpaceX Rocket Debris Found on Oregon Coast

Well there's something you don't see every day... Apparently, last Friday, the Lincoln County Sheriffs reported they found what appears to be charred debris from the Falcon X rocket. As many of you reading this probably recall, at the end of March the rocket made a...

In-N-Out And Chick-Fil-A To Possibly Open Springfield Locations

In-N-Out And Chick-Fil-A To Possibly Open Springfield Locations

The Gateway area of Springfield, Oregon may not only be getting In-N-Out Burger in the near future, but a Chick-Fil-A too. According to the latest, both fast food restaurants have a four-acre property on the southwest corner of Gateway and Beltline in mind. While...

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