Oregon reports 1 more COVID-19 death, 154 new cases
COVID-19 has claimed another life in Oregon, raising the state’s death toll to 482, the Oregon Health Authority reported…
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Warm Springs Tribal Police, FBI identify ‘person of interest’ in weekend death
Police responding to a suspicious circumstances report Saturday evening found a Warm Springs man who died despite life-saving efforts, prompting an…
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Libertarian nominee Jo Jorgensen blames Portland unrest on both major parties
While Libertarian Party vice presidential nominee Jeremy “Spike” Cohen spoke in Portland early Sunday afternoon, presidential nominee Jo Jorgensen…
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A red flag warning in place, with clearer skies
Happy Labor Day, Central Oregon! We start this week with some favorable conditions and a high of about 83, which is just above our yearly average.…
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Delayed Sisters Stampede mountain bike race held
The Sisters Stampede mountain bike race south of Sisters, postponed from the Memorial Day weekend, was held on Sunday, and organizers were pleaded…
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POW/MIA Memorial Highway signs to be dedicated on U.S. Highway 26 across Oregon
On Friday, Sept. 18, 10 large POW/MIA Memorial Highway signs will be dedicated in public ceremonies in six cities located along the new 471-mile…
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Suspect arrested in NE Bend stabbing
A 34-year-old Bend man was arrested on assault and other charges Sunday afternoon, accused of stabbing and seriously wounding a 37-year-old Bend man…
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Fire Weather Watches upgraded to Red Flag Warnings
Happy Labor Day, Central Oregon! Hopefully you’ve been able to enjoy your holiday weekend so far, even if you’ve been forced to stay inside because…
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Bend police search for early-AM motel stabbing suspect, seek tips from public
Bend police asked the public for help Sunday in finding a suspect in an early-morning stabbing at a northeast Bend motel that left an 18-year-old…
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Stranded whale dies on Southern Oregon beach
A 38-foot whale became stranded on the Oregon coast south of Bandon Saturday afternoon and later died, Oregon parks officials said…
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Lionshead Fire grows to nearly 19,000 acres as area closures expand
The Lionshead Fire on the Warm Springs Indian Reservation grew to nearly 19,000 acres by Monday, prompting closure of most of the Mount Jefferson…
Continue Reading Oregon reports 1 new COVID-19 death, 190 more cases
COVID-19 has claimed one more life in Oregon, raising the state’s death toll to 481, the Oregon Health Authority reported…
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Dozens arrested, riot declared again as violent Portland protests continue
Hundreds of people gathered for rallies and marches against police violence and racial injustice Saturday night in Portland, as often violent…
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Delayed fee makes it good time to refinance, advisor says
A local mortgage advisor says the delay in imposing a new federal fee mans refinancing your home now could save you money in the long…
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Environmental Center offers education program
The Environmental Center in Bend is seeking applications for two outdoor learning programs for fourth- and…
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Central Oregon Saturday Market extends run
The Central Oregon Saturday Market actually continues on Sunday, and for one more…
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Sisters Fall Street Festival held, with changes
The 13th annual Sisters Fall Street Festival began Saturday, with adjustments for COVID-19 health guidelines. It concluded…
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Utility pole electrical issue sparks fire, burns 3 vehicles at NE Bend dealership
An electrical failure at a utility pole caused a fire Saturday evening at the Robberson Ford dealership in northeast Bend that caused nearly $70,000…
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Fire Weather Watch on Labor Day
Happy Sunday, Central Oregon! With hazy skies still expected across the region, we have an Air Quality Alert that lasts until Monday at 11 a.m. Then,…
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Lake Billy Chinook boaters hold rally on the water in support of President Trump
Dozens of boats and hundreds of boaters took part in a rally in support of President Trump Saturday on the waters of Lake Billy…
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