Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office sees decrease in calls
The sheriff’s office says it has received 13 fewer calls than last week.
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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 virus.
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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: “Stay Home., Stay Healthy.”
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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 times.
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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 home!
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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 home.”
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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 Saturday on YouTube, at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OH63Kp7triE&feature=youtu.be
Continue ReadingSnow Report Saturday AM
Timberline, and Mt Bachelor are still temporarily closed. Mt Hood Meadows, Willamette Pass Resort and Hoodoo are closed for the season.
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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 Sunday.
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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 fashion, Mondays through Saturdays from noon to 4 p.m.
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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 Central Oregon’s Emergency Operations Center., officials said Friday.
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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 e-mail.
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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 economic disaster, paving the way for small businesses to get emergency loans.
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Continue ReadingNew 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 means 1 in 5 Americans live in a state under general stay-at-home orders.
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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, with a goal of reopening as soon as they can.
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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 outbreak, while acknowledging that feelings of anxiety and stress are normal.
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 outbreak.
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