Month: November 2013

As Oregon State University – Cascades plans for its expansion on Bend’s west side to meet local and state education and economic goals, the community is invited to participate in a series of quarterly open houses to be held throughout the greater Bend area over the next two years. The meetings will each be offered

Senators Jeff Merkley and Ron Wyden, D-Ore., joined with Crooked River stakeholders Thursday to introduce the Crooked River Collaborative Water Security Act of 2013, which would provide a framework for improving the management of water in the Crooked River while creating opportunities for economic growth and new jobs in Central Oregon. “This legislation is based

A Prineville boy is getting his wish granted, thanks to the Make-A-Wish Foundation. Five-year old Stryder Doescher suffers from Landau-Kleffner Syndrome, among a host of other ailments. “He’s always smiling, always happy — you would never know that anything is wrong with him, ever,” said Stryder’s mom, Angela Doescher. Stryder has silent seizures that can

The Deschutes National Forest Bend-Ft. Rock Ranger District released Thursday the Welcome Station Trail Connections Environmental Assessment for a 30-day public comment period. The Forest Service said the project will provide non-motorized paved trail connectivity between the city of Bend and the new Cascade Lakes Scenic Byway Welcome Station; develop trailhead parking along the Cascade

The Sisters Ranger District of the Deschutes National Forest released Thursday a final decision on a timber harvest project within the area of last year’s 26,000-acre Pole Creek Fire near Sisters. The decision will allow for timber harvest on 962 acres of the 26,120 acres of the Pole Fire, or approximately 4 percent of the

When winter comes to Bend it’s no reason to stop mountain biking. I think you will find some of the nicest conditions of the year after winter sets in. There are lots of trails, and very few people. The lower trails in the Phil’s area can remain snow free for much of the winter but

Oregon State University – Cascades recently posted official fall enrollment numbers, showing a 19 percent increase in undergraduate students and an 8 percent increase in students taking graduate-level courses. A total of 936 students are currently taking classes at OSU-Cascades, reflecting a 16 percent growth in FTE*. An additional 175 students are taking lower-level courses

Mountain View High School students Iris Light and Nicole Pomeroy were inseparable. “It was very hard to keep us apart for very long. She basically lived at my house, and if she wasn’t at hers, she was at mine,” Iris said. On July 29th, 2012, years of friendship came to a tragic end. “She went

The Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife said Thursday it is considering changes to the popular fishery at Hosmer Lake near Bend, changes that could include discontinuation of the Atlantic salmon stocking program. In recent years, fishing at Hosmer Lake has focused on the naturally reproducing brook trout and Atlantic salmon, which are stocked annually,

The Redmond School District has announced it’s cutting its International Baccalaureate program at Redmond High School. On Wednesday, the district sent out a letter to parents and students, explaining why the cut was being made. Students, parents and teachers packed the district office for the Wednesday nights board meeting. “It’s really hard,” Redmond High Junior

The Bethlehem Inn announced Thursday it is in urgent need of perishable foods, paper products and grocery store gift cards. This need is in preparation of the months ahead when the Inn sees a dramatic increase in the number of adults and children seeking shelter and meals. The cancellation of the Inn’s Annual Food Drive

It’s the most wonderful time of year to head to your National Forest and find the perfect Christmas tree for your home and the Deschutes and Ochoco National Forests and Crooked River National Grassland can provide you the permit for that tree. Permits are $5 each and allow the holders to cut one tree. Each

A fight over repossession of a forklift in northeast Prineville Tuesday afternoon led to one man being hit by another and several gunshots that struck no one, police said Wednesday as they continued to investigate the incident and seek any other witnesses. Police and Crook County sheriff’s deputies responded around 12:30 p.m. to a reported

The Mt. Bachelor Sports Education Foundation and the sponsors of the U.S. Bank Pole Pedal Paddle are excited to be hosting the 38 th Annual of the largest multi-sport event in the Northwest. Artists of all ages are eligible to enter this year’s Logo Contest. The U.S. Bank Pole Pedal Paddle is a multi-sport event

Deputy Superintendent of Public Instruction Rob Saxton announced Thursday that 18,165 students in Oregon’s K-12 public schools lived in a homeless situation at some point during the 2012-13 school year. The number is down from the 20,370 students reported during the 2011-12 school year. However, a shift in federal reporting requirements changed how districts tracked

In partnership with non-profit organizations in their communities, three Windermere Real Estate offices in Central Oregon are hosting Windermere’s annual “Share the Warmth” coat and blanket drive. Now through December 20, community members can help their neighbors in need by donating coats, blankets and other warm items. Community members can bring new or gently used

The Sisters – Camp Sherman Fire & Ambulance Association and the Sisters Kiwanis Club, are sponsoring the annual “Spirit of Christmas Toy Drive” to provide Christmas gifts to families in need in Sisters Country this holiday season. We expect to serve close to 250 families this year. The Sisters – Camp Sherman Fire & Ambulance

“So many people die from exposure, because they get caught unprepared,” said Scott Guthrie, an Army Veteran said Wednesday. Guthrie has been homeless for about 10 years. “I keep all of my clothing next to me to keep me warm,” said Guthrie. He stays warm at night in his tent and sleeping bag, provided by

Friday marks the 50th anniversary of President John F. Kennedy’s assassination in Dallas. Although it took place more than 2,000 miles from the High Desert, it shook the area like it shook the nation. A Bend Bulletin article from Nov. 22, 1963 read, “President JFK was no stranger to Central Oregon. On a crisp day

For the thousands of homeless students on the High Desert, going to school can be nerve racking. Especially if they don’t have a place to shower. “I think all of us had a child in the class that was dirty, and other kids will tease them, or at least shy away a little bit,” said