Vancouver, B.C.-based Interfor Corporation, one of the world’s largest lumber producers, will lay off 130 of its 150 Gilchrist mill workers, starting late next month, the company confirmed Thursday.
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Dutch Bros Coffee and its customers joined together to raise $1.39 million for the Muscular Dystrophy Association on the company’s 14th annual Drink One For Dane day held on May 8. More than 390 shops in seven states joined together with customers to support ALS research, patient care and advocacy.
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The best chance of rain is Thursday night. Northwest winds will back off to 5-10 mph after midnight.
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ_ — The risk for child abuse is at an unprecedented high. Children are at increased risk for abuse due to the emotional and financial stress this pandemic is placing on families, according to the KIDS Center in Bend. Here’s the rest of their news release: At a time when emergency rooms are
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An inmate in the Oregon State Penitentiary who tested positive for COVID-19 has died, authorities said Thursday, marking the first known death in the state of a prisoner linked to the coronavirus.
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Downtown Bend Business Association is a small nonprofit dedicated to increasing the vitality of Downtown Bend. They keep Downtown clean, graffiti free & accessible, they create the ‘look and feel’ of Downtown Bend as you know it, including decorations & banners, and they advocate for the needs of Downtown Bend
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The Oregon Employment Department on Thursday began providing unemployment benefits through the CARES Act Pandemic Emergency Unemployment Compensation program. PEUC is a 13-week extension of Unemployment Insurance benefits for claimants who have run out of regular benefits.
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Starting June 1, Cascades East Transit will launch Route 31—an employee-focused summer transit service between La Pine and Sunriver—and begin operating more frequent weekday schedules for Bend and regional Community Connector routes.
Continue ReadingBEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — As communities across the country continue to face unprecedented circumstances in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, Farmers Insurance® is granting donations to nonprofits directly related to COVID-19 relief efforts, as nominated by Farmers® agents and district managers across the country. As millions of people do their part to slow the spread of the
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One more Oregonian has died of COVID-19, raising the death toll to 145, the Oregon Health Authority reported Thursday.
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(BPT) – While spending more time at home, it’s important that you take the necessary steps to make sure your family is ready for the unexpected in the event a home fire or carbon monoxide (CO) leak occurs. You might be surprised to learn that CO poisoning is the number one cause of accidental poisoning
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(BPT) – Buying a home is an exciting time. Once you purchase a property, you want to make it your own. Whether it’s a 100-year-old beauty or a fresh new build, there are improvements you can make that not only personalize the space, but add instant value to your real estate investment. Project 1: Update
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(BPT) – While many homeowners love the unique charm and beauty that can only be found in an older home, the truth is that older houses present challenges to keeping everyone safe, especially little ones. For any house where children are being raised, or where they may spend a lot of time, it’s a good
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Common Dilemmas of Working from Home and How AI Can Help (BPT) – Common Dilemmas of Working from Home and How AI Can Help As more people work from home in lieu of commuting to crowded corporate offices, people are in their homes in greater numbers than ever before balancing both job-related tasks and home
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(BPT) – Nothing transforms a home quite like a fresh coat of paint. In fact, painting your own house is one of the smartest and easiest DIY upgrades a homeowner can accomplish, especially as they find themselves spending more time at home. With 71% of homeowners undertaking improvement or renovation projects that include paint, according
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(BPT) – With more time spent in the comfort of our home, spring-cleaning can take on an entirely new meaning this year. Consider the following hacks to make your household clean-up routine as efficient and thorough as possible. Conquer kitchen crevices with lemon and baking soda Crumbs, food residue and dirt can hide in kitchen
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(BPT) – Since the first Earth Day was observed 50 years ago, the day’s message has only grown in importance. For anyone wondering how they can contribute to a better tomorrow, a good place to get started is right in your home with smart, energy-saving home appliances and tools. Even small changes can ultimately make
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(BPT) – Homeowners only get one chance to make a first impression. That’s one chance to impress potential buyers, family, friends and neighbors with the first thing they see: your home’s exterior. From simple upgrades to meticulous landscaping projects and replacing an outdated roof, there are dozens of options to enhance the appearance of your
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Blooms and beyond: The top gardening trends for 2020 (BPT) – Whether you have an outdoor oasis or are a nurturing indoor plant parent, gardening offers a multitude of benefits and has the power to brighten up any space or mood. Spring is the time to plan what plants to grow, and with some expert
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Days after summer camp guidance was released and programs were given the green light to operate by the Oregon Health Authority, Boys & Girls Clubs of Bend announced Thursday that it will reopen on Monday, June 15.
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