Bend orthodontist, others partner to make reusable masks
Bend orthodontist Blair Struble has teamed up with friends and other local practices to make 3D-printed reusable masks for St. Charles medical workers.
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Redmond Proficiency Academy also shifting to online learning
Like other schools around the state and country, Redmond Proficiency Academy is shifting to online learning, to keep students engaged and connected.
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Bend to get donated hand-washing stations
The city of Bend plans to install up to 12 hand-washing stations around town, being donated by Cascade Disposal.
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C.O. COVID-19 info update: How to report violations, clean reusable grocery bags
Here is Tuesday’s roundup of information from the Central Oregon Emergency Information Network:
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Riff starts ‘get one, give one’ program for front-line, health care workers
Bend-based Riff has created a “get one, give one” program to donate bottles of cold-brewed coffee and cans of Alter Ego energy drink to front-line, health care workers.
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Oregon agency seeks public comment on Pacific Power rate hike request
The Oregon Public Utility Commission is hosting a public comment hearing via webinar, due to the current COVID-19 outbreak, to provide an opportunity for the commission to hear directly from PacifiCorp customers regarding the proposed increase to electricity rates.
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City of Sisters provides COVID-19 update
The City of Sisters is taking steps to limit exposure to and spread of COVID-19 and limit economic impact to its citizens.
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Bend financial planner suggests now is the time to invest
Your money is safe in a federally insured bank – but a Bend financial planner says it’s actually a great time to invest.
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Scammers are not taking time off for COVID-19
Beware of scammers trying to take advantage of coronavirus fears!
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Online preschool is a hit in Redmond
Alicia Wherry, or “Miss Alicia,” has a 30-45 minute Facebook class each day for her Redmond preschool.
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COCC expands nursing program
Starting next year, the COCC nursing program will increase from 48 to 56 students.
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C.O. addicts in recovery seek virtual meetings to comply with social distancing
While states have implemented mandates for people to socially distance from one another, those battling alcohol and drug addiction are potentially missing out on an important part of recovery, person-to-person interaction and group sessions.
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Cline chosen as new Redmond schools superintendent
The Redmond School Board on Tuesday selected Dr. Charan Cline of Yamhill to be the district’s next superintendent.
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‘I heard the roar’: Big earthquake hits Idaho
A strong earthquake struck nearly 80 miles northeast of Boise, Idaho, early Tuesday evening, with people across a large area reporting shaking and chandeliers swaying as far away as the Sunriver area.
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Bend agency concerned by greater risk of unreported child abuse
Child service professionals at the KIDS Center in Bend are worried that children have fewer outlets to report abuse during the coronavirus pandemic because schools are closed and social distancing is in effect.
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C.O. students and teachers preparing for online classes
As schools across the country remain closed due to the coronavirus outbreak, Bend-La Pine Schools students and their families are among the many around the state moving to online learning.
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Pine Nursery Park restrooms vandalized
Someone severely damaged two public restrooms at Pine Nursery Park in Bend. They broke magnetic door locks and kicked in bathroom stalls. Damage is estimated at $10,000.
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A break on the way
A slight chance of snow showers tonight, with lows in the teens and 20s.
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Madras police hunt for thief who stole Black Bear Diner catering trailer
Madras police and other agencies are searching for whoever stole a catering truck from Black Bear Diner early Tuesday that last was seen being towed on westbound Highway 26 by a gold Toyota Tacoma pickup truck.
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Redmond PD: Man broke into apartment, fled warning shots, arrested
A Redmond man was arrested Tuesday morning, accused of forcing his way into a southwest Redmond apartment and fleeing after the resident fired two warning shots into the floor, police said.
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