Central Oregon Coast

There will be no clearcutting of trees above homes on Yachats’ south side – at least not for the next 25 years.

The size and shape of a district covering several coastal counties has changed since the last time voters went to the polls in 2020, but the outcome of the Oregon Senate District 5 race could still be as close as ever.

Central Oregon Coast Fire & Rescue in Waldport is asking voters to approve a higher property tax in this November’s election.

When Oregon State University asked years ago to expand its Hatfield Marine Science Center it made a commitment to develop housing for some of the students, faculty and researchers drawn to the new facility. On Monday, it officially broke ground on a $16.5 million, 77-unit apartment project to do just that.

Up and down the Oregon coast, harbor seal pupping season is just getting underway.

Experts say a wolverine spotted in South Eugene Thursday is likely the same animal that’s been sighted in Florence, Newport and other communities along the coast.

The rarest of spring break visitor – a first so far as wildlife officials know – is making its way south along the central Oregon coast.

Corinne McElroy was pulled from the cold ocean waters with the help of bystanders- one of whom remains a mystery.

On Saturday, Oct. 14, an annular solar eclipse will make its North American debut on the Oregon Coast. Here are some tips for visitors hoping for a prime coastal spot to view the “ring of fire” event.

State researchers say they're finding a large number of sick or dying seabirds. They say a warming ocean could be to blame.

When the tide is low on the Southern Oregon coast, giant spiraling paths can be seen drawn in the sand. In the spring and summer, people flock to Bandon to walk these artistic labyrinths that stretch out to the size of a football field.

Eight coastal Oregon communities are getting a grant from Travel Oregon to help improve their accessibility for travelers with disabilities.