Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office sees decrease in calls
The sheriff’s office says it has received 13 fewer calls than last…
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BrightSide Animal Center, Thrift Store close
The BrightSide Animal Center shelter and Thrift Store in Redmond closed to the public Friday, to limit exposure to the COVID-19…
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Oregon leaders drafting ‘Stay Home, Stay Healthy’ policy
Oregon Gov. Kate Brown, Portland-area leaders Friday evening laid out a public awareness campaign that could lead to a regional or statewide order:…
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Health care professionals make adjustments due to COVID-19
Arielle Brumfield visited a physical therapy office in Redmond to see how it’s coping with the…
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Pet Pals: Scout is a super dog
In this special “social distancing” edition of Pet Pals, Scout is a pretty, playful pup in need of a good…
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Bend woman who tested positive for COVID-19 issues plea: ‘Just stay home’
St. Charles Bend confirmed a Bend woman tested positive for COVID-19 Thursday evening, and she had a simple message for fellow residents: “Stay…
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Bend’s Oregon Tai Chi Wushu offers free online classes
With COVID-19 keeping many people at home, Oregon Tai Chi Wushu in Bend is offering free online classes, including a beginner’s class at 9:45 a.m. on…
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Snow Report Saturday AM
Timberline, and Mt Bachelor are still temporarily closed. Mt Hood Meadows, Willamette Pass Resort and Hoodoo are closed for the…
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Spring has sprung!
With plenty of sunshine all weekend, we will see highs in the low to mid 60s Saturday and mid to upper 60s…
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Shepherd’s House offers, seeks help in drive-thru fashion
Shepherd’s House Ministries in Bend has moved beyond its walls to offer assist to anyone in need, while asking for donations, both in drive-thru…
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Central Oregonians respond to request for medical gear donations
Central Oregon community members have donated hundreds of personal protective equipment (PPE) items to share with St. Charles Health System and…
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Oregon DHS notifies public of data breach
The Oregon Department of Human Services announced Friday that it uncovered a “phishing” incident on March 6 that affected one staff member’s…
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SBA declares Oregon ‘economic disaster,’ makes small-biz loans available
Oregon’s congressional delegation announced Friday the Small Business Administration has approved Gov. Kate Brown’s request to declare the state an…
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New York and Illinois, like California, tell non-essential workers to stay home
New York and Illinois joined California on Friday in ordering all nonessential workers to remain at home to slow the spread of coronavirus, which…
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Education Foundation delays Trivia Night until fall
The Education Foundation for Bend-La Pine Schools announces the rescheduling of the 15th annual Trivia Night at the Tower to the fall. …
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Mt. Bachelor extends closure, still hopes to reopen
Mt. Bachelor, closed for the past week due to the COVID-19 outbreak, announced Friday that it is extending that closure for an indefinite period,…
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C.O. community mental health resources available
Central Oregon health officials are urging residents to do their best to remain calm and address their mental health needs during the COVID-19…
Continue Reading Marion County reports first COVID-19 death, fourth in Oregon
Marion County Friday evening reported its first death from COVID-19, Oregon’s fourth death from the viral…
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