Month: April 2016

Republican U.S. Senate candidate Sam Carpenter, a Bend businessman announced Wednesday his endorsement of Donald J. Trump for the Republican nomination for president. “After 35 years of Ron Wyden and eight years of Obama, Oregon is ready to turn over the apple cart, and Donald Trump is clearly the man America needs to turn things

PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) – Gov. Kate Brown says she’s removed Jack Roberts from his post as director of the Oregon Lottery over what her office called “management issues.” Brown disclosed the shake-up in a statement Tuesday evening. She said she’s grateful for Roberts’ years of service but it’s “time for a leadership change.” Brown gave

As our upcoming special report invites you to rethink recycling, we’d also like you to reconsider waste. Here’s a few tips to limit what you throw out: Pick up a reusable tote bag for shopping at the grocery or department store. If you’re in a pinch, just be sure to return those grocery bags to

A 20-year-old Prineville man was arrested on reckless driving and other charges Tuesday evening after crashing his pickup truck through a fence along the O’Neil Highway west of Prineville, Crook County sheriff’s deputies said. He and two juvenile passengers were not seriously injured, they added. Deputies were dispatched shortly after 9 p.m. to the reported

Onboard Dynamics, Inc., a Bend-based an innovator in compressed natural gas refueling, reported Tuesday it has received $3 million from the U.S. Department of Energy’s Advanced Research Projects Agency – Energy, Portland Seed Fund, NW Natural and other utilities, and private investors. “This additional funding commitment puts Onboard Dynamics on track to become a financially

The MyVA Cascadia Board will hold a public town hall meeting on Monday, May 9 in Bend at the Hitchcock Auditorium of Central Oregon Community College from 6-8 p.m. for veterans, their families, and community leaders to brainstorm new strategies to existing veteran issues. Unlike many veteran forums, this event will focus on strategizing solutions

A study of angry, competitive and aggressive driving suggests that these dangerous behaviors are becoming a worldwide phenomenon of almost epidemic proportions, and are a reflection of a person’s surrounding culture, both on the road and on a broader social level. The research was done with drivers in China, where competitive driving is very common.

The Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office reported Tuesday it is still receiving complaints regarding citizens being contacted by subjects stating they work for the sheriff’s office, requesting money via a pre-paid card to clear warrants. The sheriff’s office is actively investigating the scam. If you receive any calls regarding this matter, please contact the Sheriff’s Office

Gas vapors ignited and sparked a fire Tuesday that destroyed a motor home parked in an alley behind a northwest Bend home, but fire crews were able to keep the flames from spreading to the home, officials said. Bend fire crews responded around 11:40 a.m. to the reported motor home fire very close to a

Targeted enforcement efforts were successful over the past weekend in Central Oregon, law enforcement officials said Tuesday as they released results of the crackdown. Partners from most law enforcement agencies in Jefferson, Crook and Deschutes counties participated in the saturation patrol targeting behaviors that contribute to serious injury and fatal motor vehicle crashes. Those behaviors

A fire destroyed a shed south of Redmond late Sunday night and spread to an adjacent carport serving as temporary shelter for a girl’s 4-H swine project, killing her two hogs, fire officials said. Redmond Fire & Rescue crews were called just before midnight to a fire on the property of Tharon Lindqust at 5510

After an extensive assessment and selection process, the caregivers and providers of St. Charles Health System have selected Epic as its new electronic health record, or EHR, the organization announced Tuesday. “The benefits of Epic will be felt throughout Central Oregon,” said Joe Sluka, president and CEO of St. Charles Health System. “The improvement in

A Redmond man wanted on a felony warrant led police on a pursuit in a stolen car early Monday, eventually crashed, got out and ran but was found hiding in a barn by police K-9 Arco and his handler, officers said. Around 4:20 a.m., officers spotted a black Toyota Corolla in the area of Northeast

Volunteers in Medicine Clinic of the Cascades (VIM) is pleased to announce a donation of $5,000 from Les Schwab Tire Centers. The donation will support VIM’s volunteer program. “Les Schwab has been the strongest supporter of VIM’s volunteer program since 2011. We are very thankful for their continued belief in our work,” said Kat Mastrangelo,

The Senate on Tuesday passed a bipartisan amendment sponsored by Sens. Jeff Merkley, D-Ore., and Chuck Grassley, R-Iowa, that restores funding for wind energy research and development. The amendment was attached to the Fiscal Year 2017 (FY17) Energy and Water Appropriations bill. “Wind energy has tremendous potential to power our communities and create jobs throughout

The Children’s Museum of Central Oregon will offer summer camps running from June 20th through August 19th . Camps are offered for ages 4yrs-14yrs. Camps include: “Discover Nature” camps at local parks focusing on learning about nature and incorporating ecology and natural object into arts and crafts. Ages 4-6yrs Various Art camps located at Armature

Thirteen-year-old, Cayden Porfirio says he rushes to class every day to sit at a desk with a Hokki stool. “It gives my body something to do,” says Cayden, “Usually, when I’m not moving my body that’s a distraction.” Cayden’s teacher, Mrs. Mitchell say the use of Hokki stools help students like Cayden stay focused. “The

Two men shot and seriously wounded during a weekend street fight in northwest Bend were recovering Monday at St. Charles Bend, while two men charged in the case — one with five counts of attempted murder — made their first court appearance. Blake Blevins, 32, of Bend, and family members contacted NewsChannel 21 and said

Secretary of State Jeanne Atkins urges Oregonians to register to vote or update their voter registration before midnight Tuesday Voters must be registered before midnight on Tuesday to participate in the May 17 th primary election. “Oregonians have just a few hours left to ensure that they will be able to cast a ballot in

Five Bend Science Station middle school students who conducted scientific research over the past year presented their results at this year’s Northwest Science Exposition in Portland on Saturday. One “Best in Fair,” three “Best in Category” awards, two first place awards, and $200 in prize money were among the highlights for these students at the