Whale Visits Coos Bay Casino
One, maybe two, gray whales were spotted playing in the waters off the Mill Casino near downtown Coos Bay. It was enough to convince some gamblers to take a break from the slots and check out a close encounter with Mother Nature. The whale (or whales depending on who you ask) was probably migrating south from Alaska to its winter home in Mexico when it decided to wander up Coos Bay for a quick diversion. From the Coos Bay World.
Why Eat Local?
It’s not just Portlanders who are getting into the eat local craze. It’s catching on in Central Oregon, too. An article in the Bend Bulletin looks at why this is becoming so popular, and the reasons for choosing food grown locally.
What To Do With Eugene’s Riverfront
People in Eugene are trying to figure out what to do with 27 acres of riverfront property near downtown. The land is current owned by EWEB, the city’s electric and water utility. EWEB is moving to a new location and is inviting public comments on how to develop it. Some kind of chic urban motif appears to be popular. From the Eugene Register Guard.
