12/27/2008 Yahoo! looks back at year's hottest Web searches Yahoo! has released its annual list of the most-searched topics, names and ideas of the past year in its 2008 Year in Review.

12/05/2008 Grotto Festival of Lights opens for holiday season Now in its 21st year, the Grotto will be open nightly through Dec. 30, except for Christmas Day, and features 150 musical performances, more than 500,000 lights and family entertainment for all.  Share: Best Holiday lights in Portland?

12/08/2008 Crafty ways to reuse holiday cards Is it hard to get rid of the holiday cards you receive each year? We hear you. Our pile is out of control.

12/24/2008 Best of 2008 "Out & About" segments airs Christmas Night We'll re-cap a full year of adventures on Newschannel 8 at Sunrise with a 1/2 hour special on KGW at 6:30pm on Dec. 25th.

12/16/2008 Butter Up Your Holidays with new Recipe Contest Dairy Farmers of Oregon seeks entries for inaugural butter recipe contest with a handful of prizes up for grabs.

12/08/2008 Kids ditch letters to Santa for text messages Santa Claus "can't w8 4 Christmas," and he's so excited to let children know, he'll even send them a series of text messages.

11/24/2008 Pioneer Square Tree lights up downtown Portland Some 10,000 people packed into Portland's living room for the annual tree lighting.  Video: KGW report on tree lighting  Slideshow: Macy's Holiday Parade

12/02/2008 USPS issues holiday shipping deadlines The US Postal service reminds those sending holiday gifts of the dates packages must be sent in order to reach destinations on time.  Video: KGW report on postal deadlines

12/04/2008 Children's Healing Art Project opens gallery in Pearl District The Children's Healing Art Project, which worked with Bacon Boy creator and leukemia victim Austin Winters, has opened a special gallery in Portland's Pearl District.  Video: KGW report on art display

12/05/2008 Construction halts MAX service to airport this weekend Construction on the I-205/Portland Mall Light Rail will interrupt service between Gateway/NE 99th Ave Transit Center and the airport.  More: Travel news | Holiday events

12/11/2008 Army of Tubas tackle Sounds of the Season Portland's 18th Annual Tuba Christmas Concert can be seen for free this weekend at Pioneer Courthouse Square.

12/03/2008 Deck the Halls with Mugs of Beer Holiday Ale Festival returns to downtown Portland with an extra day on tap to sample this year's lineup of winter brews.

12/01/2008 Christmas in the Country features Sounds of the Season Bauman Farms in Gervais, Oregon is hosting an Open House this weekend to benefit local school music programs.

11/24/2008 Free admission at Oregon Zoo on Thanksgiving Meerkats, Amur tigers, sun bears and black bears will all give thanks this week when the Oregon Zoo provides them special treats and dinners for Thanksgiving.  More: Zoo alive with night lights

11/10/2008 Thousands hit Portland streets for Holiday Parade Excited families and smiling kids lined downtown streets to kick off the holiday season -- and see Santa Claus.  Slideshow: Macy's Holiday Parade  Your pics: Submit/view holiday pics

11/18/2008 Think locally (and globally) this holiday season Start a new tradition this holiday season by purchasing local food, hosting parties at home and volunteering for those in need.  Video: Have a Green holiday season  More: Holiday stories

11/25/2008

Airlines offer some holiday deals amid economic slump
Experts say if you want to travel on a budget during the holidays, avoid the most expensive travel days.

21st annual ZooLights kicks off at Oregon Zoo More than a million lights illuminate the zoo during the annual festival, which began Saturday.  Your pics: Submit/view holiday pics  Slideshow: Thanksgiving in Portland

11/24/2008 Rise in volunteers adds some cheer amid dim economy Cicily Traudt and her 9-year-old daughter spent Monday volunteering at the Children’s Book Bank.

Find out how to cut your own Xmas tree For just $5 you can buy a Christmas tree permit and then go into the Mount Hood National Forest and cut your own tree.

Oregon Zoo to come alive at night with lights The Oregon Zoo is going to save energy on its holiday lighting by a switch to more efficient light-emitting diodes.

11/26/2008 What are you thankful for? What are you thankful for this year? Share your thoughts and KGW-TV will show some of your comments in today's newscasts.

Pre-feast Turkey Trot at Oregon Zoo Thanksgiving morning The annual Turkey Trot at the Zoo takes place Thursday morning at the Oregon Zoo and is geared toward the entire family.  More: Zoo animals give thanks, too

11/25/2008 Local bakers in PIE demand at Thanksgiving time Marie Callender's restaurants are cranking out Thanksgiving pies by the thousands this week.

11/14/2008 Last-minute tips for saving money on Thanksgiving You'll have more to be thankful for at Thanksgiving if you use a few smart strategies to cut costs.  More: Holiday Event Guide  Share: What are you thankful for?

Oregon holiday tree harvest season upon us Christmas tree permits are available from most of Oregon's national forests for $5.

11/17/2008 Thanksgiving: Make it easy or from scratch No holiday puts on the do-it-all-from-scratch pressure quite like Thanksgiving. Here are shortcuts you can make whether you're cooking from scratch, or taking an easier route for some of your dishes.

11/20/2008 It's a holiday from construction in downtown Portland Thursday most street and utility work in the downtown area came to a halt. It will stay that way through the end of the year.  Video: KGW report

Turkey hunting grows more popular in Oregon Tags to hunt wild turkeys in the beaver state are available until the end of the season on December 31 in 10 Oregon counties.

11/14/2008 Dress the holiday table with timeless decorative accessories The dining table is the heart of the home during the holidays. This fall, don't make your famous pecan pie the only delicious dish on the tablecloth.

11/17/2008 Thanksgiving fun run benefits those in need The Gateway Church in Washougal is hosting its annual “Run for the Hungry” 5-kilometer run on Thanksgiving morning to raise money and awareness to benefit the hungry.

11/14/2008 Thanksgiving recipes to make now and freeze As you plan ahead for Thanksgiving dinner, don't forget your freezer. It could be your ticket to a memorable feast -- without sacrificing time with family and friends.

11/03/2008 Vancouver dentist offers 'Cash for Candy' A Vancouver dentist is offering more than just advice about candy’s affects on teeth -- the office is doling out cash for Halloween's bounty.

09/30/2008 Halloween events in and around Portland Whether you’re looking for a haunted house, a pumpkin patch or even a chance to run through town in a costume, Portland's got it going on this Halloween.

10/30/2008 Halloween forecast: Trick or a treat? Trick-or-treaters should get their raincoats ready for a possible soggy Halloween.  Video: Watch KGW forecast  Your Pics: Halloween slideshow  More: Halloween Event Guide

10/08/2008 Create a Haunted House Halloween is one of the only times when adults can be kids again.  Whether it is planning your costume or planning a ghoulish affair, this is one time where creativity is key and you can have fun with décor.

10/20/2008 Trick-or-treat the safe way Oregon State Police want your kids to stay safe this Halloween. Here’s a list of tips and preventative measures you can practice while trick-or-treating.

10/27/2008 Halloween isn't just about dressing up There are just a few days left until Halloween. Have you chosen a costume? Decorated your house? Purchased treats or decided to bake healthy ones?  More: Submit your Halloween photos  Poll: Are you dressing up for Halloween?

10/23/2008 Goodwill Haunting Watch the video of Drew Carney's costume shopping experience at Goodwill and click "Full Story" for some Halloween trivia.

10/27/2008 Firefighters work to keep haunted houses safe Haunted houses will scare up some fright this Halloween and behind the scenes, fire inspectors were busy making sure the haunted houses were safe in Portland.  Video: KGW report on safety

10/22/2008 Zoo celebrates 'Howloween' this weekend The Oregon Zoo is inviting all ghouls and goblins out this weekend to celebrate its annual "Howloween" event.

10/14/2008 Oregon Zoo gets ready for a howlin' good time this Halloween Both residents and visitors will receive treats as part of the Zoo's annual "Howloween" celebration.

10/16/2008 FrightTown draws visitors beneath Portland's Memorial Coliseum The annual collection of haunted houses remains open now through November 1st... the day AFTER Halloween.

10/02/2008 Keep Fido safe on Halloween night Some dogs enjoy the excitement of Halloween but pet experts say it’s the most dangerous holiday for four-legged friends. Here are some tips to keep your dog safe.

10/09/2008 Pig Races highlight local Farm’s Fall Harvest Festival French Prairie Gardens’ annual Autumn celebration is underway, which means the return of their infamous Pigtucky Derby.

10/03/2008 Annual Fall Harvest celebration underway at Fir Point Farms The cornerstone of the Farm's Harvest Festival is the annual Giant Pumpkin Weigh-Off, happening this Saturday, October 4th.

09/30/2008 Offer healthy Halloween treats When it comes to trick-or-treating, there's no avoiding the gobs of candy your kids will haul in. But if you're throwing a Halloween party or just want healthier treats around the house, there are plenty of options.

Halloween games for little goblins It takes just a few ingredients and a little imagination to makeyour child's Halloween party magical. Here are some ideas to get you started.

Winning treats for classroom Halloween parties Here are some easy and fun party ideas culled from parents and a teacher for classroom parties.

08/29/2008 Limited Labor Day travel blamed partly on gas prices Travel experts think high gas prices are one of the reasons why fewer Americans plan to travel this Labor Day weekend.  More: Find cheap gas prices near you

DUII crackdown to continue through holiday weekend For the second year in a row, OSP joins Washington State Patrol and California Highway Patrol during the official holiday period.

07/17/2008 Labor Day rafting trip mixes wine and whitewater Rogue Wilderness Adventures is teaming up with Walla Walla Vintners Labor Day weekend to host a journey that includes award-winning wine and whitewater rafting.

07/01/2008 Vancouver prepares for huge fireworks show A bang-up blowout is expected for the 4th of July at the Historic Reserve in Vancouver.

Waterfront Blues Fest kicks off in Portland The 2008 Waterfront Blues Festival will celebrate July 4th with a display of fireworks twice as large as any display in Oregon.

No fireworks in parks, on beaches Fireworks, including sparklers, are banned in state parks and on Oregon's ocean beaches at all times, including the Independence Day holiday.

07/03/2008

Coast Guard: July 4th is deadlies boating holiday
The Coast Guard advises all boaters and paddlers venturing out on the water this Fourth of July to be responsible and prudent mariners, to save the alcohol for when the trip is completed, and to maintain a constant safety vigil.

Banks, post offices, libraries to close for July 4th
Government offices across Oregon will be closed tomorrow in observe of the July 4th holiday.

Woman won't go topless in July 4th parade after all
Jen Moss recently announced in an online posting that she planned to in-line skate in the Ashland parade while wearing only a hemp G-string.

06/13/2008 Father's Day shoppers spending less this year In a survey done for the National Retail Federation, BIGResearch in suburban Columbus found consumers plan to spend an average $94.54 on Dad, down from $98.34 last year.

05/29/2008 Packy chosen as Oregon Zoo's Father of the Year The Asian elephant dad was the overall winner with nearly 45 percent of the online votes.  Who should win? Pick your favorite

06/16/2008

Portland father wins 'No. 1 Dancing Dad' title and $5,000
Ronnie Bell showed off his break-dancing talent to the tune of MC Hammer’s “U Can’t Touch This.”

06/10/2008 Evergreen Aviation Museum holds Father's Day activities Sat., Sun. The Evergreen Aviation & Space Museum will host a series of special activities for families during the annual Father’s Day weekend celebration.

05/23/2008 Memorial Day events around Oregon Several Memorial Day events were planned in Oregon to honor Americans who have served and those still fighting overseas.

Police watching closely for speeders, DUIs on Memorial Day weekend Despite record high gas prices around the nation, Oregonians will be hitting the road and state troopers want to make sure this year the holiday is safer than last.  More: Events to honor vets  Also: Check forecast

05/22/2008 Memorial Day weekend celebrates Oregon wines It’s the 18th annual Memorial Weekend in Wine Country May 24-26. According to Willamette Wines, 142 wineries and tasting rooms will be open.  More:  More: Other Memorial Day events

Rising food prices make Memorial Day grilling more expensive It's going to cost a lot more than it did last year to roast a burger, or just about any other barbecue favorite, on the grill.

05/14/2008 Top Memorial Day destinations According to the Memorial Day and Summer Travel Survey of more than 4,000 travelers, 90 percent of Americans will travel for leisure this summer.

05/23/2008 Grab your Wieners... it's Fair time at Oaks Park This weekend's 102nd Multnomah County Fair is highlighted by three days of Wiener Dog Races.

Willamette Nat'l Forest Campground updates & highway closures
The upper elevation portion of Forest Highway 46 that connects Detroit with Estacada is closed due to snow, transportation officials said.

Tips for a safe Memorial Day BBQ
There's nothing better than a backyard barbecue. Unfortunately, charcoal briquette and propane barbecues can pose a fire hazard if not used safely.

05/21/2008 Gas prices cause some to ponder holiday travel According to AAA spokesperson Marie Dodds, 60 percent of people surveyed this year said they wouldn’t change plans in the face of a national gallon average price of $3.81.

06/13/2008

Directions to the Historic Reserve in Vancouver
How to get to the Historic Reserve in Vancouver, Wash., to attend the 4th of July celebration:

05/23/2008 Indiana Jones thrills fans with just-released sequel Wet weekend weather sent movie-goers flocking to the Harrison Ford sequel.  Test your: Indiana Jones trivia  More: Movie showtimes  Poll: Which is your favorite?

05/15/2008 Pricey gas changing Memorial Day travel plans High fuel prices are prompting many Americans to reconsider their Memorial Day travel plans, AAA says.

05/01/2008