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Oregon’s Crossroads: Navigating Growth & Equity
Oregon stands at a critical juncture, grappling with the complex interplay of rapid growth, housing affordability, and the urgent need…
Bend’s New Water Battle: Expansion vs. Preservation
A familiar tension has resurfaced in Central Oregon, as the City of Bend’s proposed water infrastructure expansion at the ‘Outback’…
Hansberry’s Legacy: From Broadway to Ashland Plaque
Lorraine Hansberry, the pioneering playwright whose work reshaped American theater, has found a permanent home in Ashland, Oregon. Beyond the…
Jeb Bladine: Ending Toxic Political Bombast
In a recent, poignant editorial, Jeb Bladine, president and publisher of the News-Register, has sounded the alarm on a trend…
Oregon Senator Accuses Unions of ‘Bullying’ Tactics
Oregon State Senator Janeen Sollman has ignited a firestorm within the state’s political landscape, publicly accusing two influential labor unions…
Around The Globe
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US Navy Ships Transit Hormuz Amid Iran Tensions
The U.S. Navy has conducted an operation to escort commercial vessels through the Strait of Hormuz, a critical chokepoint for…
Hantavirus Alert: Three Deaths on Atlantic Cruise
Three passengers have tragically died aboard a cruise ship traversing the Atlantic Ocean, with preliminary investigations suggesting Hantavirus as the…
Banksy Strikes Again: ‘Blinded by Flag’ Statue Stuns London
Elusive street artist Banksy has officially confirmed his hand in a provocative new installation that appeared overnight in the heart…
UAE Shakes Global Markets: Historic OPEC Exit Announced
The United Arab Emirates has officially announced its intention to withdraw from the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC)…
Life & Leisure
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Explosives Crash: Portland Club Targeted, Driver Dead
A vehicle packed with explosives crashed into a Portland athletic club early Tuesday morning, resulting in the driver’s death and…
Commute Options Revives May Walk & Roll Challenge
Commute Options has officially announced the return of its highly anticipated May Walk & Roll Challenge, an annual community-driven event…
Western Water Crisis: Snow Droughts Risk 2100 Collapse
As the American West navigates an increasingly volatile climate, a new study from Oregon State University (OSU) has illuminated a…
Fluff Patrol: Help the Oregon Zoo Track Rare Gorge Pikas
The Oregon Zoo has officially launched its recruitment drive for the “Cascades Pika Watch,” a vital community science program aimed…
Bar & Bistro
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Bloom Newport: Music & Food Fest Lights Up Oregon Coast
Newport, Oregon is set to become a vibrant hub of culture and cuisine this May with the inaugural Bloom Newport…
Portland Ignites for Cinco de Mayo 2026: Bar Crawls & Fiesta!
Portland Ignites for Cinco de Mayo 2026 with Bar Crawls and a Massive Fiesta Portland is set to explode with…
Strange-bird Takes Flight: Portland Food Cart Sprouts Brick-and-Mortar
Strange-bird is taking flight from its popular food cart to establish a permanent brick-and-mortar home in Southeast Portland. The beloved…
Pamana Launches Dinner Service in Portland’s Old Town
Pamana, the Filipino-American eatery that has been a popular brunch spot at The Hoxton hotel, is officially launching its dinner…
Brewed & Baked
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Oregon Pot Sales Hit $300M Amid Price Collapse
Oregon’s marijuana market has surpassed $300 million in sales through April, but this milestone is overshadowed by record-low wholesale flower…
Bend Brewing Wins Gold at World Beer Cup!
Bend, Oregon’s own Bend Brewing Company has clinched a prestigious gold medal at the World Beer Cup for their highly…
Craft Beer’s Great Divergence: Vibes vs. The Hard Data
At the 2026 Craft Brewers Conference, a palpable tension hung over the proceedings. For years, the narrative surrounding the American…
GOP Committee Rebels: Funding Bill Aims to Block Trump’s Marijuana Reform
In a direct legislative challenge to the Trump administration’s recent push for cannabis reform, a GOP-led House appropriations subcommittee has…
