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Historic High Rock Lookout, shown here in an aerial drone photo taken by Mary Prophit in 2018, is perched on a 5,685-foot peak, offering visitors a spectacular view of Mount Rainier. It is one of the most popular destinations for hikers in the area.

Historic High Rock Lookout, shown here in an aerial drone photo taken by Mary Prophit in 2018, is perched on a 5,685-foot peak, offering visitors a spectacular view of Mount Rainier. It is one of the most popular destinations for hikers in the area.

Volunteers rebuild historic fire lookout at Mount Rainier after vandalism

Washington’s popular High Rock Trail is closed until September as restoration crews piece a scenic lookout back together.

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Oregon puts the brakes on farm stand changes following public outcry

The goal was to clarify what’s allowed with so-called farm stands — usually the farms families go to to buy local fresh produce, pick berries or run through a corn maze. Conservation groups say the changes would preserve farmland. But some farmers active on social media said they would threaten aspects of their business.





Oregon is experiencing more 90-plus degree days

Oregon is getting hotter with the number of 90 degree days on the rise in recent years. A climate science professor at Portland State University says Oregonians can expect to see that trend continue.





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