Here are some key essentials, based on Oregon’s two largest universities of OSU and U of O. The general consensus from parents who have been there is to not buy too much at first.

Fires can erupt anywhere in this hot, dry weather in the Willamette Valley. Creating defensible space around your home has been proven to help protect it.

These non-alcoholic mocktails will have you feeling fancy and refreshed.

During back-to-school time, most of us moms are in the mode of getting pencils and backpacks. But don’t put your real estate goals on hold: late summer and early fall can be one of the most strategic times to buy, sell or invest.

Researchers have found that using screen time as a reward heightens a child’s attraction to it. There’s a dopamine connection that makes detaching from a screen feel painful — and for children who are still developing self-regulation, this can lead to meltdowns.

Gas prices in 2022 were the highest in Oregon’s history, at $5.548. In 2026, we almost beat it. If you’re driving a gas-powered vehicle, focus your efforts on preventing waste as well as excess wear and tear.