How did the Columbia River get its name?
While most areas of Washington State have native-based names, the Columbia River has a different origin story.
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Influential figures who have impacted Black history in Oregon
From 1982 to 1992, Matthew Prophet acted as Portland Public Schools’ superintendent.
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In One Ear: Tater tots are tops
A bit of Oregon history from Astorian Robert Clark, who spotted this little gem on the Oregon Encyclopedia’s Facebook page: Tater tots, a culinary delight beloved by millions of Americans,
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Special ceremony held for lone headstone at St. Paul Pioneer Cemetery in Oregon. Why is that?
National Wreaths Across America honors more than 3 million veterans this year, including William Cannon at St. Paul Pioneer Cemetery.
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90 years ago, a Portland inventor patented the Phillips screw
Henry Phillips' new screw design was a top pick for car manufacturers because of its ability to keep the screwdriver tip from slipping out of the screw's head.
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