Animals of the PNW
This large member of the deer family is known for its impressive antlers and is commonly found in the Pacific Northwest.
Roosevelt Elk
This city is the capital of Oregon.
Salem
This artist released the hit single "Flowers" in 2024, which topped charts worldwide.
Miley Cyrus
This quarterback led the Kansas City Chiefs to another Super Bowl victory in 2024.
Patrick Mahomes
This animated sequel became the highest-grossing animated film in history in 2024.
This amphibian, native to the Pacific Northwest, is recognized by its large size and distinctive croaking sound.
Pacific Tree Frog
Known for its Shakespeare Festival, this southern Oregon city attracts theater enthusiasts from around the world.
Ashland
This legendary musician released his first new song in 17 years, titled "Turn the Lights Back On," in 2024.
Billy Joel
In 2024, this tennis player won the Australian Open, marking her first Grand Slam title.
Aryna Sabalenka
This film, starring Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman, became the highest-grossing R-rated film ever in 2024.
Deadpool vs. Wolverine
This small, nocturnal mammal glides between trees and is native to the forests of the Pacific Northwest.
Northern Flying Squirrel
This coastal city is famous for its historic role in the Lewis and Clark Expedition and its Victorian-era homes.
Astoria
This pop star's "Eras Tour" concluded in 2024, becoming the highest-grossing tour of all time.
Taylor Swift
This country won the 2024 Africa Cup of Nations in football (soccer).
Senegal
This musical film, based on a popular Broadway show, achieved the highest opening worldwide gross for a film based on a stage musical since "Les Misérables" in 2024.
Wicked
This bird, known for its spotted plumage, nests in old-growth forests and is considered a species of concern in the Pacific Northwest.
Northern Spotted Owl
Home to the University of Oregon, this city is known for its track and field history and vibrant arts scene.
This song by Billie Eilish, featured in the "Barbie" movie, won Record of the Year at the 2024 Grammy Awards.
What Was I Made For
This Formula 1 driver clinched the 2024 World Championship, securing his third consecutive title.
Max Verstappen
This film, a standalone sequel to a 1996 disaster movie, added an "S" to its title and was released in 2024.
Twisters
This slug, often yellow with black spots, is one of the largest terrestrial slugs in North America and is commonly found in the moist forests of the Pacific Northwest.
Banana Slug
This eastern Oregon city hosts the annual Pendleton Round-Up, one of the top rodeos in the country.
Pendleton
This artist's song "Not Like Us" topped the charts in 2024 amid a high-profile feud with another rapper.
Kendrick Lamar
This athlete set a new world record in the women's marathon in 2024.
Ruth Chepngetich
This film won Best Picture at both the 77th British Academy Film Awards and the 96th Academy Awards in 2024.
Oppenheimer