Spotlight Oregon
Editor’s Eye
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Oregon’s Political Divide: Forests and Maps in Focus
The East Oregonian’s recent editorial package—highlighted by a striking editorial cartoon and supported by a series of rigorous opinion columns—has…
Surveillance Stand-Off: Oregon’s Bipartisan Flock Pushback
In a political landscape often defined by polarization, Oregon has become the unlikely epicenter of a unified movement against the…
Oregon’s Power Pivot: Data Centers Take the Load
Oregon’s electrical grid is currently navigating a precarious intersection of rapid digital expansion and public utility management. As the demand…
The Fight for Our Forests: Why Public Land Isn’t for Sale
Public lands in the United States stand at a critical crossroads, facing a philosophical and legislative tug-of-war between those who…
Oregon’s Economic Crossroads: Why ‘Land Ready’ Is the New Industrial Mandate
With Oregon’s unemployment rate currently at 5.2%—significantly trailing the national average of 4.1%—the state is recalibrating its land-use policies to…
Around The Globe
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Moscow Under Siege: 1,000 Drones Target Refinery
Moscow officials have confirmed a staggering aerial assault on the Russian capital, describing the event as the “largest ever” drone…
White House Blocks CNN, MS NOW, and Politico Over ‘Fake News’ Claims
President Donald Trump has implemented an immediate and strict policy barring journalists from CNN, MS NOW, and Politico from White…
US Approves Massive $24.3B F-35 Sale to Saudi Arabia
The US administration has formally notified Congress of its intention to approve a landmark $24.3 billion sale of 48 F-35…
China Inaugurates Pinglu Canal: A New Gateway to Southeast Asia
The inauguration of the Pinglu Canal marks a seismic shift in China’s logistical infrastructure, successfully bridging the hinterland of southern…
Life & Leisure
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Oregon’s Biggest Autumn Milestone: Bauman’s Harvest Festival 2026 Opens
Bauman’s Harvest Festival in Gervais, Oregon, has officially kicked off its 2026 season, transforming the heart of the Willamette Valley…
Oregon’s Golden Season: The Ultimate 2024 Fall Travel Guide
As the Pacific Northwest transitions from the humid warmth of summer to the crisp, vibrant clarity of autumn, Oregon remains…
Portland Reclaims Streets: Sunday Parkways Returns Sept. 13
Portland’s Sunday Parkways event returns today, September 13, 2026, marking a significant milestone in the city’s ongoing efforts to reshape…
The Oregon Transition: Inside the Move to Private College Independence
The late August air in Portland, Oregon, carries a distinct shift—not just in temperature, but in the collective heartbeat of…
Sports Desk
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Bar & Bistro
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Dining Solo: Why Bar Nouveau Is Portland’s Best Hideout
Solo dining has evolved from a functional necessity into a curated lifestyle choice, particularly in a city as gastronomically focused…
Portland’s Culinary Triumph: Two Spots Land on NYT’s 2026 ‘Best’ List
The New York Times has officially unveiled its highly anticipated ’50 best places to get an unforgettable meal’ list for…
Bend Brewery Crisis: 6 Establishments Face Market Shift
The landscape of Oregon’s celebrated craft beer industry is undergoing a period of painful but necessary recalibration. In the heart…
Eugene’s Culinary Boom: 5th Street Market Expands; Oakshire Reopens
The culinary landscape of Eugene, Oregon, is undergoing a significant transformation, anchored by the recent expansion of the iconic 5th…
Brewed & Baked
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Oregon’s Autumn Epicenter: Bauman’s Harvest Festival Opens in Gervais
The 2026 autumn season has officially arrived in the Willamette Valley, marked by the grand opening of one of the…
Boneyard Beer Retools: Closing Pub to Focus on Production Roots
Boneyard Beer, a pillar of the Pacific Northwest craft brewing scene, has announced the closure of its popular pub location,…
Oregon Hop Festival Returns: 20+ Breweries Converge in Woodburn
The third annual Oregon Hop Festival has officially returned to the Willamette Valley, transforming the TopWire Hop Project in Woodburn…
$20M Bust: Oregon Authorities Dismantle Massive Illegal Marijuana Network
Authorities have successfully executed a sweeping, multi-agency operation to dismantle a sophisticated, illicit marijuana network spanning Clackamas and Marion counties…
