Explore Corvallis: Local Guide to Game Cafes, Arcades, and Community Hangouts
Corvallis, Oregon, offers a range of activities for people interested in games and community events. The city has several board game cafes, arcades, and bars that provide spaces for both locals and visitors to enjoy games and social gatherings. Options are available for experienced gamers, trivia fans, and those...
Anticipation and Frustration: The Delayed Opening of Van Buren Bridge’s Second Lane
The second lane of the Van Buren Bridge remains closed, causing frustration among local commuters. Despite the lane appearing ready for use, it remains coned off, leading to continued traffic congestion. Questions are being raised on social media about the delay in opening the lane and its potential impact on easing...
Oregon transit upgrade: $11.5M for Coos, Yamhill, Benton counties
SALEM, Ore. - Oregon's public transportation is set for a major upgrade. According to the U.S. Department of Transportation, $11.5 million is being allocated to the Oregon Department of Transportation to enhance regional transit networks in Coos, Yamhill, and Benton counties. The funding aims to improve public...
Overnight Public Parking in Salem: A Responsible Choice
A social media user recently shared their experience of parking at a public parkade in downtown Salem. After enjoying a night out and having a few drinks, they decided to leave their car parked overnight to avoid driving under the influence. They then posed a question to the community, asking about their experiences...
For the Love of Oddities: A Cozy Guide to the City’s Quirkiest Hangouts
If your idea of leisure involves dice, dragons, and a healthy dose of humor, you’re in the right place. Welcome to Corvallis’ nerdier side, where board game cafes, fantasy bookshops, and puzzle-filled nights at local breweries turn everyday fun into something delightfully peculiar. Think of it as “Comic-Con meets...
Free Bus Service Linking Corvallis, Eugene, and McMinnville Launches Monday, Nov. 24
A new public transit pilot project is set to launch on Monday, November 24, providing free bus service between McMinnville and Eugene, with two stops in Corvallis. The service, which is fareless, aims to connect these communities in a more accessible and affordable way.
Man accused of shooting 2nd man in face with shotgun in Salem
SALEM Ore. (KPTV) - A man is injured and another arrested after a domestic violence-related shooting in northeast Salem on Friday evening, according to police. Officers with the Salem Police Department were sent to the area of Byram Street Northeast and Ferndell Street Northeast after a 911 caller said a man had been...
I-5 Weather in Oregon: Fog, Rain, and Slippery Roads Could Slow Thanksgiving Travelers
PORTLAND, OR — A dense, silvery fog clings to the banks of the Willamette River this morning, softening the skyline and swallowing bridges in mist. Traffic crawls along Interstate 5 as visibility drops below a quarter mile in spots — part of a Dense Fog Advisory stretching through 11 a.m. for much of northwest Oregon...
Make a Day of It: Magic of Lights at the Oregon State Fairgrounds
Run Oregon loves running – that’s no surprise. But we also love the Pacific Northwest and all that it has to offer. Running is a part of us, but it does not fully define us. In our “Make a Day of It” feature, we aim to showcase some great local non-running events and highlight where to run and how to make the most of...
Oregon Thanksgiving Weather: Rain Wednesday, Mountain Snow Through Black Friday
Country Herald is Local News, Independent Pulse. Covering breaking local news, sports, lifestyle and events. Salem, OR – Travelers across Oregon should expect a stormy and slow-moving weather pattern heading into Thanksgiving, with widespread rain for the lowlands and heavy snow likely in the Cascades, according...

















