Month: October 2015

People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals said Friday it is sending a “care package” to the Crook County teen hospitalized after contracting the bubonic plague on a hunting trip — with a not-so-subtle request that she give up hunting. “Along with get-well gifts — including vegan snacks and plush socks — PETA will enclose

Like many drivers, Prineville resident Mark White always keeps his eyes peeled for police cars, especially those unmarked one. “I’m pretty attuned to watching for them,” White said from his car on Highway 97 Friday. “I drive a sports car, and they get some attention — I’m a safe driver, but I can speed.” So

Bend city councilors will be asked next week to update the city’s ban on discharging weapons inside the city limits, to reflect the rise in recent years of such items as airsoft and paintball guns, making clear they can be used legally, in certain conditions, on private property. “The city’s original prohibition on discharge of

The Deschutes County Planning Commission will hold two public hearings in November on proposed land use regulations for businesses that grow, process and sell marijuana in unincorporated areas of the county. The hearings are scheduled for 5:30 p.m. on two consecutive Thursdays, Nov. 5 and Nov. 12 at the Deschutes Services Building, located 1300 NW

November is Adopt a Senior Pet Month, and Redmond’s BrightSide Animal Center is marking the occasion with adoption discounts throughout the month. BrightSide currently has several dogs and a variety of cat seven years and older, and we hope this fun promotion will help all of them find good homes. Anyone who adopts a pet

Starting Monday November 2 nd through 14 th (closed Sunday November 8 th & 11 th , Veteran’s Day) local residents are encouraged to define their defensible space by taking advantage of the half-price yard debris disposal days. Residents can recycle their yard debris at Deschutes Recycling for HALF PRICE – only $2.00 per cubic

The Bend Chamber is seeking entries for the 16 th annual Veterans Day Parade — and Monday is the deadline Participants must register with the Bend Chamber by Monday and attend the final planning meeting. The meeting is scheduled to start at 6 p.m. at the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 1643, located at 1503

Oregon law requires that any and all contact lenses be dispensed with a prescription. If your local Halloween store, boutique, piercing or tattoo shop is selling contact lenses without a prescription–BEWARE. “It’s easy to forget that fun can turn dangerous. Costume contact lenses look fun but without the proper fitting and care instructions, the wearer

State Rep. Gene Whisnant, R-Sunriver, announced Thursday he will seek another term representing District 53 in the Oregon House of Representatives. Whisnant made the announcement at a meeting of the RedmondRotariansafter providing the group with an overview of the 2015 Legislative Session. “I have the experience, the respect and the positive working relationships with members

An explosion that killed two people inside a World War II-era tank destroyer occurred as a round was being fired from its gun, Deschutes County investigators confirmed late Thursday. “The exact cause of the explosion is still under investigation,” Sheriff Shane Nelson said. Meanwhile, the Oregon state medical examiner completed autopsies Thursday morning on the

Trails near Tumalo Falls will reopen Saturday after being closed for several months due to construction in the area, Deschutes National Forest officials said Friday. The summer the trails were closed because of safety concerns around construction activity and heavy equipment operations. “Both the Forest Service and the City of Bend appreciate the public’s patience

Bend police said late Thursday they had investigated social media reports of an alleged sexual assault of a runner early Sunday on the Deschutes River Trail and had confirmed that no such attack took place. Since Monday, a second-hand report warning early-morning female runners and walkers had spread virally on Facebook. The poster indicated a

The Oregon Health Authority’s Public Health Division and the Crook County Public Health Department confirmed Thursday a case of bubonic plague in a teenage Crook County girl who is recovering from the rare disease at St. Charles Bend’s ICU. The girl is believed to have acquired the disease from a flea bite during a hunting

Cascade Sotheby’s International Realty and Bend broker, Lisa Connors, are proud to bring awareness to 100+ Women Who Care Central Oregon. Connors, a co-founder, started the organization just over a year ago, and has almost donated $100,000 to local non-profits within the community. 100+ Women Who Care Central Oregon is the first of its kind

Mold is everywhere, and with the right conditions, it can become harmful to humans and pets, even here on the dry High Desert. Mold sporing conditions include great amounts of moisture. It is described as a black or green substance. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention have advice on identifying mold and some signs

Inside five new medical kits, staff at the Deschutes County Jail now have access to medicine they hope will help them battle heroin overdoses. “Here’s your medication,” jail nurse Leslie Horner said Thursday, holding up a shot of Narcan. “It screws in, and you’re ready to go.” The next step is a squirt in the

Sunday marks the end of daylight saving time and serves as a good reminder for Oregonians to test their smoke alarms. The Office of State Fire Marshal is urging residents to test their smoke alarms before automatically changing the batteries. “Smoke alarm technology has advanced and many now come with 10-year batteries and some are

Studded tires become legal in Oregon once again on Nov. 1, under state law, but that’s just one Sunday sign that winter is approaching. It’s also the start of Sno-Park permit “season,” and seasonal road closures in Crater Lake National Park. As you prepare for your winter recreation activities, be sure to buy and display

Three Bend men have been indicted on numerous charges in connection with late-night gunfire that hit Cascade Middle School and a worker’s pickup truck earlier this month, Deschutes County District Attorney John Hummel said Wednesday. James Morris and twin brothers Samuel and Alexandre Brooks, all 27, were charged by a grand jury with several counts

Here’s the full text of Oregon Sen. Ron Wyden’s remarks as prepared for delivery on the Senate floor during Thursday’s debate of the 2-year budget agreement: The Senate today kicks off debate on a major, bipartisan budget compromise. Here’s what this is all about: Fiscal battles in Congress come and go, but nothing should ever