Environmental News

Is Oregon About to Get a Shiny New Wilderness Area?

The Senate just passed a massive public lands package—and it includes some sweet promises for lovers of Oregon's rainforests and rivers.

02/14/2019 By Wriik Maui

Wine News

The Van Duzer Corridor Is Oregon's Newest Wine Region. Was the Drama Worth It?

It took eight years and congressional intervention to create the Van Duzer Corridor: Oregon's 19th viticultural area. Will winemakers actually use the designation?

02/12/2019 By Shayla Norris-York

TV News

Documentary Now! Takes On the Rajneeshees

The two-part episode, titled "Batshit Valley", is a pitch-perfect spoof of Wild Wild Country.

02/11/2019 By Marty Patail

Bikes

New Biketown Designs Spotlight Black History Month

“I got really inspired by the posters and sociopolitical prints of the 1960s and ’70s civil rights movement," says designer Marcellus Johnson.

02/06/2019 By Ryan Ashby

Weather

YouTube Weatherman Frankie MacDonald Says a 'Major Winter Storm' Is on Its Way to Portland

We called up the Canadian sensation, who told us we need to be prepared. Local meteorologists disagree.

02/01/2019 By Shayla Norris-York

Cars

Oregonians Can Now Get Sexy Gray Whales on Their License Plates

Bonus: Funds raised from the new plates will support Oregon State’s Marine Mammal Institute.

01/31/2019 By Ryan Ashby

Travel

Reno Is Base Camp for Cheap Buffets, Blackjack, and Burning Man

The gritty glitz of a Nevada outlier is suddenly hip.

01/29/2019 By Arlo Voorhees

Wildlife

Does Oregon Have a Cougar Problem?

A hiker’s death on Mount Hood could have implications for public safety and Oregon’s wildlife policies.

01/29/2019 By Ciara O'Rourke

Style Spotlight

Goodbye, Beefeaters! The Heathman Hotel Debuts Dapper New Uniforms

Portland's Wildwood & Company designed slick new ensembles for the iconic hotel's doormen. And they look good.

01/29/2019 By Eden Dawn

Airline News

Sun Country Airlines to Launch 3 New Direct Flights from PDX

The budget airline's aggressive expansion means Portlanders can soon fly nonstop to Nashville and San Antonio.

01/28/2019 By Wriik Maui

A Very Good and Very Seattle Valentine's Day Guide

Upgrade your Netflix and chill plans with cooking classes, cozy getaways, and a Robyn dance party.

By Seattle Met Staff
Published 02/04/2019

A Short History of Washington's Bygone Ski Hills

Over the years, some of the state’s ski mountains proved as ephemeral as snowflakes.

By Christina Ausley
Published 12/18/2018

7 Ways to Survive a Seattle Winter

A brief guide to school cancellations, bad weather driving, and cozy indoor escapes.

By Allison Williams awilliams@seattlemet.com
Published 12/18/2018

Locally Made Snow Gear for Your Next Adventure

Northwest companies lead the industry in creative ways to ride the snow and protect us from the elements.

By Allison Williams awilliams@seattlemet.com
Published 12/18/2018

10 Ways to Ride the Snow without Skis

Sledding, fat biking, and more ways to enjoy the snow, no skis required.

By Allison Williams awilliams@seattlemet.com
Published 12/18/2018

Washington's Biggest Resorts Just Got Bought by Conglomerates

It might ruin the Northwest ski scene—and save it at the same time.

By Allison Williams awilliams@seattlemet.com
Published 12/18/2018

Hotel News

Dozens of Oregon Hotels Offer One-Day-Only Deals to Book Yourself a 2019 Vacation

On January 29—National Plan a Vacation Day—some spots are shaving 20 percent off nights booked later in year.

01/21/2019 By Ramona DeNies

Music

Pickathon Announces 2019 Lineup

Khruangbin, Nathaniel Rateliff, and Mandolin Orange are headed to Happy Valley this summer.

01/21/2019 By Rebecca Jacobson

Fashion News

Portland Outdoor Brand Poler Closes Without a Word

After seven years of camp vibes, Poler has filed for Chapter 7 bankruptcy.

01/08/2019 By Eden Dawn

Travel

Get a Sneak Peek at Coos Bay’s ‘Luxury’ RV Park

Bay Point Landing mixes high design with the usual gravel sites and hookups—plus Airstream trailers for rent if you lack your own rolling palace.

01/08/2019 By Margaret Seiler

Urban Achiever

This Rising Political Star Could Redefine the Portland Region

And you probably don’t even know her name. (It’s Lynn Peterson, and she’s taking over Metro.)

12/21/2018 By Randy Gragg Photography by Nicolle Clemetson

Hidden Portland: Where Is This?

Can You Identify These 12 Portland Sights?

Time to test your knowledge of this city.

12/21/2018 By Margaret Seiler

Hidden Portland: Little Lots

A Peek into Portland's Pocket Parks (and Other Wee Wonders)

This city's mini greenspaces are just a stroll away.

12/21/2018 By James Stevens, Margaret Seiler, and Rebecca Jacobson

Hidden Portland: Remember & Celebrate

The Weirdest, Most Wonderful Memorials and Museums in Portland (and Beyond)

Whether you dig planes, trains, or the insane, there's a place for you.

12/21/2018 By Kelly Clarke, Margaret Seiler, and Allison Place

Hidden Portland: Secret Spots

Portland's Best Basements, Back Rooms, Attics, and Hideaways

Here are some of the city's most out-of-the-way spots to eat, drink, or just be mysterious.

12/21/2018 By Kelly Clarke, Ramona DeNies, Margaret Seiler, and Benjamin Tepler

Crime

How a Botched Oregon Heist Led to the Birth of FBI Forensics

Back in 1923, three brothers staged a not-so-great train robbery.

12/21/2018 By Michelle DeVona

Find a Trail

Tripster

Reno Is Base Camp for Cheap Buffets, Blackjack, and Burning Man

Does Oregon Have a Cougar Problem?

Sun Country Airlines to Launch 3 New Direct Flights from PDX

The Weirdest, Most Wonderful Memorials and Museums in Portland (and Beyond)

10 Grand Lodges of the Pacific Northwest

Are You in a Lodge?

Is Oregon About to Get a Shiny New Wilderness Area?

The Van Duzer Corridor Is Oregon's Newest Wine Region. Was the Drama Worth It?

Documentary Now! Takes On the Rajneeshees

New Biketown Designs Spotlight Black History Month

YouTube Weatherman Frankie MacDonald Says a 'Major Winter Storm' Is on Its Way to Portland

Oregonians Can Now Get Sexy Gray Whales on Their License Plates

Reno Is Base Camp for Cheap Buffets, Blackjack, and Burning Man

Does Oregon Have a Cougar Problem?

Goodbye, Beefeaters! The Heathman Hotel Debuts Dapper New Uniforms

Sun Country Airlines to Launch 3 New Direct Flights from PDX

Seattle Met Travel

A Very Good and Very Seattle Valentine's Day Guide

A Short History of Washington's Bygone Ski Hills

7 Ways to Survive a Seattle Winter

Locally Made Snow Gear for Your Next Adventure

10 Ways to Ride the Snow without Skis

Washington's Biggest Resorts Just Got Bought by Conglomerates

Dozens of Oregon Hotels Offer One-Day-Only Deals to Book Yourself a 2019 Vacation

Pickathon Announces 2019 Lineup

Portland Outdoor Brand Poler Closes Without a Word

Get a Sneak Peek at Coos Bay’s ‘Luxury’ RV Park

This Rising Political Star Could Redefine the Portland Region

Can You Identify These 12 Portland Sights?

A Peek into Portland's Pocket Parks (and Other Wee Wonders)

The Weirdest, Most Wonderful Memorials and Museums in Portland (and Beyond)

Portland's Best Basements, Back Rooms, Attics, and Hideaways

How a Botched Oregon Heist Led to the Birth of FBI Forensics

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