Month: October 2012

The Bend Police Department announced Monday it has partnered with BAIR Analytics Inc. to provide a new way for the public to stay informed about crime in Bend. Like Redmond announced recently, Bend police now have an online crime map called RAIDS Online (www.raidsonline.com) that maps and analyzes crime data, alerts Bend citizens about crimes

An argument over a debt led to a fight and an alleged car theft, which in turn resulted in a gun-drawn traffic stop and the arrest of two Bend men, police said Monday. Police responded around 2:40 p.m. Sunday to a reported “carjacking” in the 100 block of NE Sixth Street, said Cpl. John Lawrence.

Parking in the bike lanes on College Way near Bend’s Central Oregon Community College campus will bring a ticket and a sizable fine, police said Monday. “Do it,” said bicyclist Garrett McNaught. “I say do it.” He may seem a little unsympathetic, but McNaught has good reason. “It’s kind of nerve-wracking when you suddenly see

It’s become a tradition for Deschutes Brewery: the release of its iconic seasonal beer Jubelale. This year marks the 25th anniversary of the beer. Every Oct. 1, Deschutes Brewery throws a label release party at the brewpub on Bond Street. Folks can meet the new artist, get an autograph and of course, drink the seasonal

A dry cold front is expected in Central Oregon Tuesday and Wednesday, bringing with it higher winds and no moisture. Despite the cooler temperatures, this forecast has fire officials concerned about the potential for fast-moving fires from unattended campfires, warming fires and other human causes. “Cooler nights are great for campfires but can quickly turn

Saving Grace is raising awareness all month long in honor of Domestic Violence Awareness Month. In Madras, Saving Grace staff is kicking off the month with a lighting ceremony at 7pm Monday night. The ceremony is in honor of “Purple Light Nights” and will be held at Sunshine Corner (5 th and D Street). Everyone

The Bureau of Land Management Prineville District Office announced that it has opened the public comment period on the Murderer’s Creek Herd Management Area Wild Horse Gather Plan Environmental Assessment. The public is asked to provide input on the EA by submitting comments on the proposed actions. All comments must be received in writing by

A Prineville husband and wife were seriously injured Saturday night when he swerved to avoid a deer crossing Grizzly Road and their pickup truck rolled several times, throwing them to the ground, Crook County sheriff’s deputies said. The driver, Darrell Dean Matthews, 34, was in fair condition Monday at St. Charles Medical Center-Bend and his

A new study announced Tuesday by Oregon State University researchers has outlined for the first time a biological mechanism by which zinc deficiency can develop with age, leading to a decline of the immune system and increased inflammation associated with many health problems, including cancer, heart disease, autoimmune disease and diabetes. The research was done

St. Charles Health System is pleased to announce it has contributed $600 to Healthy Families of the High Desert to purchase educational DVDs aimed at preventing Shaken Baby Syndrome. Prior to being discharged from the Family Birthing Center, new parents will receive the DVD as part of an evidenced-based program known as The Period of

Saving Grace is proud to announce our inclusion in the list of Oregon Business magazine’s annual 100 Best Nonprofits to Work for in Oregon. This is the fourth consecutive year Saving Grace has made the prestigious list. The official rankings were released at the 100 Best Awards Dinner in Portland on Thursday evening. Saving Grace

A veteran Central Oregon firefighter and lookout for the Deschutes National Forest is still recovering after he sustained several injuries in an accident earlier this month. Posters hang inside the Pole Creek Fire camp in support of Joey Hodgson. Hodgson was on his way back from spending the night with his wife, another lookout stationed

Conservation is just as important as gun rights, according to a new poll of sportsmen by the National Wildlife Federation. Nearly half of those surveyed said those two priorities have equal weight in their minds. And given a choice between prioritizing oil and gas production or protecting public lands, 35 percent chose the fuel and

Sisters held a Soap Box Derby race for the first time ever this weekend. Soap Box Derby racing is gravity drag racing, meaning there are no motors in the cars. The cars are weighed in and have to be equal. About 75 kids aged 7 to 17 competed in the two-day event, with 19 Sisters-area