Virginia Beach Tops Safety List for Big Cities | Portland News

Bones in Bandon Finally Get a Name | Portland News

Fifty years after his mysterious death in Bandon, Oregon, skeletal remains have finally been identified thanks to cutting-edge DNA tech and a dedicated cold case team — the man was Armes Henry Lahti, a WWII Navy vet and beloved fisherman nicknamed “Mousy.” His disappearance in 1965 may have been linked to a bar brawl and a rifle he allegedly took with him. With the case reopened, investigators are urging anyone with leads to come forward — call (541) 396-7800. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/10b02929a858f50d

Portland’s Best Chocolate Chip Cookie Maker | Portland News

Portland’s biggest chocolate chip cookie showdown is heating up this fall at the second annual Portland Craft Chocolate Festival! Bakers of all ages—from kids to pros—can compete for bragging rights, trophies, and local goodies, with judges including George Domurot and the mayor. Entries close September 15th, and cookies must arrive by October 2nd at the Olympic Mills Building. The final judging hits Saturday, October 3rd at 3 p.m. Don’t miss your chance to be crowned Portland’s ultimate cookie champion. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/7a6f1b5b157d5f0b

Grasshopper Fire Threatens Central Oregon | Portland News

Grasshopper Fire’s racing north toward Badger Creek Wilderness, where rugged terrain and brutal winds make direct firefighting nearly impossible. Over 200 firefighters are holding a southeast line to protect Sportsman Park and Pine Hollow—no structures lost yet. The blaze, stretching between highways 35 and 197, is choking Central Oregon’s air and crippling its outdoor economy, especially mountain biking and local recreation. Residents, seasoned to these annual threats, urge calm over panic, while wildlife like hawks, eagles, and elk are displaced. The fire’s origin remains under investigation. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/1af679d2e5b15a7f

Oregon Wildfires Disrupt Major Roads | Portland News

Oregon’s wildfire season is turning catastrophic, with over a million acres already scorched and major highways like I-84, Highway 20, and 26 facing closures and delays as crews race to restore access. Governor Tina Kotek is urging caution as dozens of fires rage across the state — including the massive Big Grass Fire (300K acres, barely contained) and the Rowe Creek Complex (200K acres, 40% contained). The Hay Creek Complex is nearly under control at 90%, but the Bench Fire near Warm Springs is still spreading and forcing evacuations. Even Mount Hood’s Grasshopper Fire is growing, prompting evacuations near Portland. Firefighters from across the nation, including Florida, are deploying to help — and ODOT crews are working side-by-side with them to reopen roads as soon as it’s safe. For real-time updates, check TripCheck.com. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/5bdb2096ef688be9

Virginia Beach Tops Safety List for Big Cities | Portland News

Virginia Beach, VA, tops a new SmartAsset safety ranking for big U.S. cities, beating out Plano, TX, and Madison, WI, with its low crime rates and disaster risk—while Memphis, TN, lands at the bottom due to high crime and car fatalities. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/ca5edcce2f3b5a16