Since Lewis and Clark first explored Oregon, settlers and tourists alike have been visiting this scenic area to enjoy all that it offers. Today, Oregon is home to more than four million people. While some live in metropolitan areas, such as Portland and Salem, many others live in charming smaller towns. The area is well-known […]

Adopting and spending time with a pet has been proven to highly benefit peoples’ physical health and mental state of being. Pets help their owners improve their self-esteem and reduce negative thoughts. Taking care of a dog reduces loneliness and helps dog owners feel supported. Recent studies also pointed out that dog and cat owners […]

Car crashes that result in a fatality are a common occurrence in many states; Oregon is no exception. Distracted driving has caused an increase in accidents and fatalities on the road. These fatalities can even be deemed murder due to distracted driving incidents. This incident of a car crash fatality was caused by distracted driving, […]

Wedding planning can be anxiety-inducing and stressful to a bride who is striving for perfection; it can also be a great deal of fun. When there’s plenty of time left for planning, choosing a theme and a color scheme can be exciting. It’s the perfect time to turn all of the things that you’ve pictured […]

In the 1830s, the new Oregon Trail helped the British and Americans to start settling the American Northwest. The American frontier had pushed beyond the Midwestern plains and was now discovering the beauty of Oregon. In 1846, the British and Americans agreed to a border along the 49th parallel that would allow the two countries […]

Breweries that commercially make and sell beer, are located all over the world and have existed for almost 5,000 years. Beer has long been made for consumption and enjoyment, but more importantly, it was produced as a means to pay workers for their labor. Rations of bread and beer have been used as payment since […]