🏆 Most popular this week
Curated by popular demand — here are this week’s most-clicked events, local spots, and stories.
Serious truffle cravings? At Puddin’ River Chocolates, small-batch truffles in Westward Whiskey, raspberry, and yuzu meet a chocolate charcuterie board fit for movie night. Local, decadent, and dangerously giftable, it’s ideal for spoiling yourself or making Wednesday feel fancier than it has any right to be.
Treasure troves worth the trip: Fresh off a January feature, a list of 10 massive Oregon thrift stores spotlights wallet-friendly finds, with standout stops in nearby Gladstone and Portland for furniture, vintage clothing, and more — check out the full list.
Refresh your closet, sustainably: Refinery is a locally loved women’s consignment spot with a sharp eye for quality, featuring curated racks, modern basics, and the occasional “how is this still here?” gem. Consignment here turns someone’s pre-loved into your next most-worn.
Future officers take next step: Rep. Janelle Bynum nominated 23 Fifth District students to U.S. service academies, including six from Deschutes County, after a veterans board reviewed academics and character for paths to military service — see how nominees were chosen.
Inside a multifaceted policing role: Earlier this month, Estacada police chief Bill Terway was recognized by the Oregon Association Chiefs of Police. He directs special units like Search and Rescue that support Clackamas County — get all the details.
Expanding preventive care access: Earlier this month, an Oregon Senate committee cleared a bill to end out-of-pocket costs for cervical cancer screenings, after Oregon City Rep. Annessa Hartman shared her experience in testimony — read the full story.
Gold & silver are hot: Coming off gold’s best year since 1979, the momentum is carrying well into 2026 with silver remaining one of the most talked-about assets. Curious why precious metals are back in focus? American Hartford Gold has a free guide that explains what’s happening and how people are approaching it today. It’s free – and definitely worth a read.
Compare rates for free: The national average for car insurance is around $175/month. Paying more than that? Same, so I did some shopping around and ended up cutting my premium in half. If you haven’t checked in a while, you’re probably overpaying too — here’s the comparison tool I used.
Nothing prepares you for a pet emergency: I learned that the hard way after charging $10k to a credit card for life-saving surgery on my cat, Miss Stache. As soon as we got home, I signed up for Spot. It’s super affordable – and reimburses up to 90% of the bill.
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