Oregonians’ increased SNAP benefits continue in February
Most Oregonians who receive Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits will receive emergency allotments in February, officials said…
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Deschutes County appoints Erik Kropp as interim Health Services director
Deschutes County has appointed Deputy County Administrator Erik Kropp as Interim Health Services Director following Dr. George Conway’s assignment…
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Advocate’s office expands to help Oregon workers with workplace safety, health issues
The state of Oregon’s independent advocate to help injured workers navigate the workers’ compensation system is changing its name and adding…
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Oregon WinterFest releases designs of ‘Desert Storm’ Rail Jam, ‘largest in North America’
OnPoint Community Credit Union Oregon WinterFest released designs Wednesday of its 2022 10 Barrel Brewing “Desert Storm” Rail Jam, which is…
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ODE seeks more schools, community groups for summer food service program
The Oregon Department of Education is seeking more schools, community organizations and tribes to participate in the Summer Food Service Program this…
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Oregonians invited to exchange letters through Oregon Humanities’ ‘Dear Stranger’ project
This winter, Dear Stranger, a letter-exchange project from Oregon Humanities, invites letter writers to share their thoughts on what lies beyond the…
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Sunriver Music Festival announces plethora of musical experiences for 2022
The renowned Sunriver Music Festival enters its 45th season with fresh perspective and talent. We are honored and excited to announce that Artistic…
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Oregon Historical Society launches new online museum collection portal
The Oregon Historical Society said it was thrilled to announce Tuesday the launch of its Museum Collection Portal (museumcollection.ohs.org) — a…
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FEMA seeks teen leaders for National Youth Preparedness Council
The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is accepting applications for the National Youth Preparedness…
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COCC nursing, health programs holding virtual information sessions
Central Oregon Community College is hosting virtual information sessions this month for its nursing and health programs. The sessions include program…
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IRS Criminal Investigation offers 10 tips to avoid tax season fraud
Each year, taxpayers’ personal information is compromised through phishing scams or by unscrupulous tax preparers. With tax season having kicked…
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High Desert Museum among 23 Oregon arts organizations receiving arts learning grants
A total of 23 arts organizations, including Bend’s High Desert Museum, will each receive $10,000 grant awards to support their educational projects…
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Oregon FBI’s Tech Tuesday: Building a digital defense against unwanted cookies
This week marks Data Privacy Week – a national and international effort to teach consumers and businesses how to better manage personal…
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Family Access Network receives grant from Washington Federal Foundation
The Family Access Network has received a $2,000 grant from the Washington Federal Foundation to support FAN services in Deschutes, Crook, and…
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Rotary Club of Bend celebrates 75th anniversary
This month, the Rotary Club of Bend celebrated its 75th anniversary as a chartered chapter of the global service organization. The Rotary Club of…
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ODOT Region 4 construction update: Week of Jan. 24-28
Here is the ODOT Region 4 construction update for the week of Jan.…
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Crook County Sheriff’s Office to join in statewide seat belt, child safety seat enforcement
Beginning Monday, Jan. 31 and extending through Sunday, Feb. 13, the Crook County Sheriff’s Office and other law enforcement agencies throughout…
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Deschutes County road construction update: Week of Jan. 24-30
Here’s Deschutes County’s road construction update for the week of Jan.…
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SELCO Credit Union accepting applications for over $52K in college scholarships
SELCO Community Credit Union is once again inviting high school seniors to apply for a share of $52,500 in college scholarships as part of SELCO’s…
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State grants available for historic cemetery projects
The Oregon Commission on Historic Cemeteries is offering grants for qualified historic…
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