Kennedy’s Steakhouse Ignites Eugene’s Dining Scene with Timeless Elegance
Welcome to Kennedy’s Steakhouse Eugene, a premier new dining destination that opened its doors on August 30, 2024, aiming to…
Author: Ben Hardy
Hello, I'm Ben Hardy, a dedicated journalist for Willamette Weekly in Portland, Oregon. I hold a Bachelor's degree in Journalism from the University of Southern California and a Master's degree from Stanford University, where I specialized in multimedia storytelling and data journalism. At 28, I'm passionate about uncovering stories that matter to our community, from investigative pieces to features on Portland's unique culture. In my free time, I love exploring the city, attending local music events, and enjoying a good book at a cozy coffee shop. Thank you for reading my work and engaging with the stories that shape our vibrant community.
Oregon Faces Historic Whooping Cough Surge: Cases Shatter 75-Year Record Amidst Declining Vaccinations
Headline: Oregon Whooping Cough Cases Explode, Shattering 75-Year Record Amidst Declining Vaccinations Oregon is currently facing a severe Oregon Whooping…
This Week’s Streaming Lineup: 6 Must-Watch Movies Debuting December 8-14, 2025
This Week’s Streaming Lineup: 6 Must-Watch New Streaming Movies Debuting December 8-14, 2025 The week of December 8 to December…
Rogue Valley’s Holiday Spirit: A Reader’s Call for Year-Round Kindness in Oregon
A recent letter to the editor from Medford, Oregon, offers a thoughtful reflection, highlighting a powerful observation about the holiday…
Indonesia’s Sumatra Reels from Catastrophic Floods: Death Toll Hits 442, Aid Efforts Intensify
Catastrophic Sumatra Floods have devastated Sumatra, Indonesia, a tragic Indonesia natural disaster that has claimed at least 442 lives. The…
Beloved Thanksgiving Movies Make Their Annual Streaming Comeback
As the leaves turn, a familiar movie tradition unfolds with the best Thanksgiving Movies. Thanksgiving week sees certain films resurface,…
Oregon Grapples with Aviation Safety, Political Battles, and Community Incidents on November 23, 2025
Oregon News November 23, 2025, presented a multifaceted landscape, covering critical updates in aviation safety, intense political and legal disputes…
Oregon Ducks Secure Ninth Straight Rivalry Win Over Oregon State Beavers, Fueled by Bittle, Shelstad, and Evans
EUGENE, Ore. – In a highly anticipated matchup steeped in tradition, the Oregon Ducks continued their dominance over in-state rival…
Wildfire Peril Slashes Oregon Timberland Value by Half, Forcing Radically Earlier Harvests
A stark new analysis from Oregon State University (OSU) researchers reveals that escalating wildfire risks, coupled with volatile timber markets,…
Portland’s Sweetest Spectacle: The Benson Hotel to Unveil 54th Annual Gingerbread Masterpiece on December 2, 2025
PORTLAND, OR – The festive spirit of Oregon will once again culminate in a beloved tradition as The Benson Hotel…