Author: Tim Gordon (KGW) EUGENE, Ore. (KGW) — Up close, bees are beautiful creatures. There are quite a few varieties of them in the Pacific Northwest but they are in trouble. Their numbers are down. In Oregon, a few types ...
On this World Bee Day, we’re taking a look at the importance of the hard working pollinators. “I came in and no bees, I mean one or two and I usually have hundreds of bees going out of the hives.” ...
EAGLE POINT, Ore. — The Oregon Bee Store off Highway 62 is re-opening for the season tomorrow! For over 5 decades, the locally owned Oregon Bee Store has sold all sorts of bee products and fresh produce. The co-owner, Michael ...
MEDFORD, Ore.– An invasive species of hornet renowned for its vicious nature has been found in northwest Washington. According to the Washington State Department of Agriculture, the hornets were found in the city of Blaine near the Canadian border. The ...
ASHLAND, Ore.– The sixth annual Oregon Honey Festival is showcasing the work of bees and their owners with plenty of honey and mead to taste. The festival and conference celebrate all things honey and the importance bees play in the ...
MEDFORD, Ore. — An idea that’s been buzzing around is now a reality. Medford is officially a bee city. It was voted on unanimously by city councilors over the weekend. Bee cities are committed to raising awareness and improving habitats ...
MEDFORD, Ore.— Medford Parks and Recreation is supporting the idea of Medford becoming part of Bee City USA. A group of pollinator advocates came to Medford Parks and Recreation to ask that they consider taking on the title. The title would ...
ASHLAND, Ore.– The fifth annual Bee Weekend, organized by the Cascade Girl Organization, wrapped up this weekend in Ashland after providing visitors with the chance to learn more about honey bees and local honey producers. Held over two days, Saturday ...
TALENT, Ore.– Saturday was an exciting day for Talent as it became recognized as the second “bee city” in the entire country. With the effort of the Talent Garden Club and members of Talent City Hall, the city became the ...
CENTRAL POINT, Ore.– They’re a vital part of our food system and often go unappreciated. However, local beekeepers are doing their part to raise awareness and ensure that bees will be here to continue bringing us our favorite fruits and ...