Custodian falls 20 feet through school ceiling during inspection, survives with 12 broken bones
SILVERTON, Ore. — A custodian at Robert Frost Elementary School in Silverton, Oregon, fell 20 feet through the gymnasium ceiling onto the hardwood floor while inspecting structural damage with engineers, leaving him hospitalized with 12 broken bones but grateful to be alive. Daniel DeCola, who has maintained the...
Community Fund awards $1.4 million to children, Elders and the environment
Due to an “atmospheric river” of heavy rains and threats of flooding the preceding day, Tribes from around Oregon stayed home Wednesday, Dec. 10, when the Spirit Mountain Community Fund held its fourth-quarter check presentation at the Governance Center Atrium. The Tribe had asked them not to risk traveling in...
These Old-School Chinese Kitchens In Oregon Still Serve Stir-Fries Like It’s Day One
Oregon is home to a treasure trove of old-school Chinese kitchens that have preserved the authentic taste of stir-fries through generations. These establishments offer a nostalgic journey into culinary tradition, each boasting its unique charm and flavor. Let’s explore these nine iconic spots where time seems to...
Tribal member tapped to lead recovery center
Throughout her childhood, Grand Ronde Tribal member Alicialeigh Selwyn had a dream. She wanted to be a psychiatrist and to help people. She lost that dream for a while, falling into despair, alcohol misuse and drug abuse as a young adult. Once she had sought treatment, she grieved, she said, “for lost time.”
ODFW sets new groundfish regulations
SALEM, Ore.— Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife (ODFW) set 2026 groundfish regulations during their meeting in Salem today. The daily catch limit for lingcod will increase from 2 to 3 fish next year, since, in their words, “Lingcod populations are healthy and bycatch of yelloweye rockfish (a protected species) is...
Bend-area sculptor creates unique family of deer in Sherwood roundabout
Those traveling along Southwest Oregon Street in Sherwood might have recently noticed the addition of a family of deer in the roundabout. Not real ones, mind you, but stylized bronze sculptures that were installed at the end of October. The deer are the work of Danae Bennett Miller, a noted...
Pull out that five year old acrylic paint
Happy holidays from Beavers Digest. With winter break just around the corner, we are in the homestretch of fall term meaning the holidays are rapidly approaching. The pressure to find gifts for loved ones may be intensifying. Here’s some inexpensive gift ideas from one broke Beaver to the next.
Reports Indicate Oregon State Will Hire SEC Analyst as Defensive Coordinator
Per reporting from footballscoop.com and other outlets, Oregon State is set to hire LSU defensive analyst Lance Guidry as the program's newest defensive coordin
American desserts: 15 sweet regional treats to try
(CNN) — Buckeyes, biscochitos, marionberry pie. All over the United States, locals have concocted sweet treats that visitors should definitely sample. Some are so delicious they’re worth fighting over. Here are 15 of the best regional desserts to tuck into across America. What delights did we miss? Share...
Create with Quimby: Christmas Jewelry Trees
Bring smiles this holiday with gift ideas you can craft from the heart courtesy DIY expert Shannon Quimby!

















