SE Oregon toddler faces serious medical issues after swallowing tiny battery
While a grandmother in Bend waits and worries, a 2-year-old southeast Oregon girl has been rushed to California’s Stanford University Hospital, three…
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Virtual race held in honor of fallen soldiers; Bend native is founder
People from across the country ran virtually on Saturday to support the Windy 25 Memorial Fund. In 2005, the fund was created after 18 soldiers died…
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Annual Salmon Run held at Pronghorn Resort
Lay it Out Events hosted the annual Salmon Run on Saturday. The race was held at a new location, the Pronghorn Resort near Bend. Starting times were…
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Bend couple turn front yard into art venue
Art from five local artists can be viewed or purchased. Ceramics, paintings, and essential oils are some of the items for sale. Owner Michelle Baker…
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Possible cases of deadly wild rabbit virus reported in La Pine
It’s not unusual to find small animals that have contributed to the circle of life…that is, dead. However, when one woman found multiple dead…
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Mysterious Crooked River Ranch waterfall flows for only three days a year
Central Oregon is filled with waterfalls, beautiful landscapes and places to explore. Most of these sites have been discovered for years, and they…
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‘It changes the dynamics of farming’: Redmond resident creates sustainability project
Aeroponics, hydroponics and aquaponics are words not many people know the meaning…
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Madras Pep & Cheer Studio hit by break-in, robbery
Funds raised by students, as well as equipment and supplies, were stolen from the Madras Pep & Cheer Studio during a break-in Friday night, the owner…
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Court Appointed Special Advocates of C.O. hosts training program
CASA of Central Oregon provides advocacy for kids in foster care. The training program is being offered virtually at present and certifies volunteers…
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Bend woman gears up to hike Continental Divide Trail, fundraising for a cause
Blisters, exhaustion and sore muscles will soon be a reality for Britney Ingram. In two weeks, the Bend woman will begin a five-month trek on the…
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‘We gained … a voice’: St. Charles Bend med techs OK first union contract
Medical techs, technologists and therapists at St. Charles Bend voted Wednesday to ratify their first union contract, a 3-year pact that the union…
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School, ODOT offer women hands-on training in heavy construction
Ladies, get your hard hats…
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‘We can’t find anybody’: Redmond adult foster home struggles amid hiring crisis
Hannah’s House provides care for people who can’t take care of themselves. The adult foster care home has managed to survive COVID-19, but now faces…
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‘Their Story’: Bend couple travel around country, interviewing war veterans
Bend natives Casey and Drew Gomez started “Their Story Veterans,” a video series that interviews war veterans.…
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‘SufferFest’: Two Bend women ‘Everesting’ Mt. Bachelor
Emily Keddie and Erica Raggio are on a 24-hour challenge at Mt. Bachelor. The uphill-downhill challenge raises awareness for the “Protect Our…
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Natl. Guard Youth Challenge ready for full class; COVID-19 adds recruiting challenges
The Oregon National Guard Youth Challenge program, a residential school east of Bend guided by military principles, has been cleared to house 240…
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‘Exciting to have the real Bend back’: Residents weigh in on reopening
It’s been over a year since Oregon implemented the “Stay Home, Save Lives” order, and like others around the state, the Bend community has adapted to…
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C.O. restaurants struggle to hire workers as busy season gears up
The food industry has struggled throughout the pandemic. Now, as restaurants are expanding and reopening, the weather warms and locals and visitors…
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Cascade Relays hosting Big Butte Challenge
The Big Butte Challenge is a 10-week event that encourages people to support the local community. The goal is to reach the summit of five buttes in…
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Spring break ramps up business at Sun Mountain Fun Center
People were waiting in line for almost two hours Saturday, just to get inside the Sun Mountain Fun Center in Bend. COVID-19 restrictions limit…
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