Albany in the Spotlight

Albany has been making headlines. Explore recent stories about the people, places, flavors, and experiences putting our community in the spotlight.

Small Towns That Feel Straight Out of Stars Hollow

Article by Meghann Foye for Parade Magazine

August 20, 2026

Photo by @LittleZestyPDX
In Full Bloom

September 2026 in The Journal of Lost Time

Photography by Autumn Schrock and Written by Josiah Roe 
New Amtrak Trains on Cascades Route

Article by Meghann Foye for Parade Magzine Online
Step Into Albany’s History

Article by Alicen Arsenault for Travel Taste + Tour

September 1, 2026
Stand by Oregon

Stand by Oregon 

video content by Eli Pyke at Alpenglow Films
display of dozens of donuts
Doordash names Cork's among the Best

Article by Michaela Bourgeois for KOIN 6
Original article on DoorDash.com

May 30, 2026
Albany and Linn County Oregon Trip Planner

Article by James Sinks for 1859 Oregon's Magazine

June 4, 2026
Wheelchair Accessible Willamette Valley

Article by Jennifer Allen for Willamette Valley Visitors Association

June 4, 2026
Blue Highways: The Roads Less Taken

Article by Hal Calbom in Columbia River Reader (page 19)

August 15, 2026
A Local’s Guide to Exploring Albany, Oregon with Kids

Article by Estelle Rogers for She Buys Travel

October 9, 2026

Albany app brings history to life via augmented reality

Article by Hans Boyle for Albany Democrat Herald

February 14, 2026
Albany Dog Park named one of best dog parks in U.S.

Article by Ginnie Sandoval for Statesman Journal

July 7, 2025