Ricci family purchases Winderlea Vineyard & Winery, home to historic vines and acclaimed wines
A highly regarded Dundee Hills winery just changed hands from one family to another. It is a fitting new chapter for a story that has involved continuous family ownership for over 50 years. Joth Ricci, executive chairman of Burgerville, announced his family’s purchase of Winderlea Vineyard & Winery in a...
Portland Japanese calligraphy artist breaks traditional rules to create her own style
Japanese calligraphy artist SORA doesn’t plan anything when she writes her calligraphy. “I just go with the moment. And that becomes art,” she said. Instead, she sits quietly, feels the earth under her feet, breathes in the air, and lets inspiration come naturally to her. From there she...
10 Secretly Amazing Delis In Oregon That Locals Don’t Want You To Know About
Looking for hidden sandwich treasures in Oregon that even locals try to keep secret?. These 10 amazing delis offer mouthwatering creations and unforgettable flavors that the locals would rather keep to themselves!. 1. Luigi’s Italian Sandwiches (Medford) Holy meatballs!. Luigi’s Italian Sandwiches in Medford is the...
Portland Mayor Calls For Accountability After Deadly ICE-Involved Minnesota Shooting
PORTLAND, OR – Portland Mayor Keith Wilson issued a sharply worded statement condemning federal immigration authorities following a deadly shooting involving Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents in Minnesota. In his statement, Wilson said the violence was “entirely preventable” and blamed Homeland Security...
Former Dutch Bros, Stumptown CEO buys Willamette Valley winery
PORTLAND, Ore. — This story comes from the Portland Business Journal, a KGW News partner. The full story is here. Joth Ricci wasn't eager to leave wine when he was lured from Adelsheim Vineyard, where he became CEO in 2017, to lead Dutch Bros in 2019. "I told my...
Bike rider dies after suspected crash due to pothole
I’m typing this from the corner of Southeast Division and 52nd, where a man died while bicycling Monday night. It happened around 8:30 pm at the southwest corner of the intersection. The man, who I’ve identified as Mike Sloan, appears to have been riding eastbound prior to the crash.
This Oregon Hoagie Shop Is So Loved, Regulars Swear It’s The Closest Thing To...
There are nights when dinner calls the shots, and honestly, it feels like a favor. That is exactly the vibe around Philadelphia’s Steaks & Hoagies in Portland, where locals nod knowingly and the decision makes itself. One glance at the door tells you this place has real pull with...
Man gets just over 7 years in prison for NE Portland shooting
An Oregon man was sentenced on Wednesday after pleading guilty to attempted murder and unlawful use of a weapon charges for a shooting in April 2024.
These Oregon Restaurants Are the Ones Locals Quietly Try to Keep to Themselves
Oregon’s food scene stretches far beyond the trendy spots that crowd travel guides and social media feeds. Scattered across the state, from coastal towns to mountain hideaways, are restaurants that locals visit again and again without broadcasting their existence to the world. These hidden culinary treasures offer...
Minnesota governor asks Portlanders to ‘stand with us’ while deploring fatal ICE shooting
Gov. Tim Walz asked Portlanders and residents of other major cities to stand in solidarity with Minnesotans hours after a federal immigration officer shot and killed a driver under disputed circumstances. “To Americans who are watching this — if you’re in Portland, or you’re in L.A., or you’re in Chicago,...

















