1. The Carlton Complex Fire: On August 8, 2014, one of the largest wildfires in Washington state history, the Carlton Complex Fire, crossed the border into Oregon. It caused widespread destruction, burning more than 256,000 acres of land in the state.

2. The First Forest Fire Lookout: On August 8, 1913, the first forest fire lookout in the world was constructed atop Mount Hager in the Siskiyou National Forest. This was a significant milestone in forest fire prevention and detection, and it led to the establishment of many more lookouts across the country.

3. Tonya Harding's Sentencing: On August 8, 1994, figure skater Tonya Harding was sentenced to pay a $100,000 fine and serve three years probation after pleading guilty to conspiracy to hinder prosecution in the attack on rival skater Nancy Kerrigan. This incident sent shockwaves through the sports world and garnered international attention.

4. Oregon Water Scandal: On August 8, 2009, the Oregonian newspaper published an investigative report revealing that the city of Portland had been adding undisclosed amounts of fluorosilicic acid to its water supply for more than a decade. This led to a public outcry and a series of tense debates between city officials and concerned citizens.

5. Crater Lake National Park Established: On August 8, 1902, President Theodore Roosevelt signed a bill establishing Crater Lake National Park in southern Oregon. This park, which features the stunningly beautiful volcanic lake from which it takes its name, is one of the most popular tourist attractions in the state.