Whychus Trailhead to close temporarily for fish passage project
Beginning next Tuesday, the Whychus Trailhead on the Deschutes National Forest’s Sisters Ranger District will be closed to allow for construction…
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State sets new rules for placing climbing route hardware on Smith Rock
Climbers at world-famous Smith Rock State Park are facing some new rules. But they actually asked for…
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Like so many 2020 events, Bend’s ‘Walk to End Alzheimer’s’ goes virtual
The flowers were planted, the sun was out and a breeze was blowing, but only a few passers-by were on hand at Riverbend Park on Monday during a video…
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C.O. landlords struggle to manage properties as tenants unable to pay rent
With many people out of work and unable to pay rent, and a statewide moratorium on evictions in place, some smaller Central Oregon landlords are…
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Distance learning focus of 2 Bend-La Pine Schools town halls this week
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Families are invited to join Bend-La Pine Schools’ educators to learn more about Comprehensive Distance Learning at…
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Gov. Brown extends COVID-19 state of emergency 60 days, through Nov. 3
Oregon Gov. Kate Brown on Tuesday extended her declaration of a state of emergency regarding COVID-19 for another 60 days, until Nov.…
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State, partners launching suicide prevention, wellness program for school districts
The Oregon Health Authority, Oregon Department of Education, Lines for Life and local suicide prevention champions are collaborating to launch the…
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Life happens fast — as can danger; be prepared for unexpected emergencies
PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) — September is National Preparedness Month. It’s a good reminder to be prepared for what life throws at you, ready or not.…
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Green Ridge Fire 85% contained; full containment expected Tuesday
Firefighters continue to make steady progress on the Green Ridge Fire northeast of Camp Sherman, which was 85% contained by Tuesday, morning.…
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ODOT: Prepare for heavy, slow Labor Day weekend traffic in Central Oregon
Central Oregon travelers need to pack their patience and allow extra travel time this Labor Day weekend, the Oregon Department of Transportation said…
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Family Access Network receives $15,000 from St. Charles Foundation
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — St. Charles Foundation recently granted the Family Access Network (FAN) $15,000 to connect children and families to essential…
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Oregon FBI’s Tech Tuesday: Digital defense for students going back to school online
This week, the Oregon FBI’s Tech Tuesday segment focuses on building a digital defense with education technology as Oregon students start heading…
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A big warmup and clearer skies on the horizon
Happy September, Central Oregon!…
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Like July, last month was all-dry in Bend — and second-warmest August on record
Bend had a second straight month with no measurable precipitation and warmer than average temperatures in August, the National Weather Service…
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Comments sought on Ochoco Irrigation District plans to pipe 10 miles of canals
Federal officials released a draft watershed plan and environmental assessment Tuesday on the Ochoco Irrigation District’s proposal to pipe more…
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