Deschutes County road construction update: Week of July 4-10
Here is Deschutes County’s road construction update for the week of July…
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Crooked River Roundup Horse Races return July 14-17
The Crooked River Roundup Horse Races, known for attracting the largest average daily attendance of any track in Oregon, return to Prineville…
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Deschutes County seeks applicants for County College program
Deschutes County is accepting applications from residents for its 2021 County College program. County College gives members of the community the…
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Family Access Network receives $5,000 from TC Energy Foundation
The Family Access Network recently received a $5,000 grant from TC Energy Foundation for FAN advocate services in Central Oregon. Funds will be used…
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New legislation strengthens Oregon’s commitment to help preserve Tribal families
Changes approved by the 2021 Oregon Legislature will further efforts between Oregon Department of Human Services Child Welfare Division and Tribal…
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As blue water beckons, Oregon Marine Board urges: Watch out for others, share the water
Oregon’s waterways are crowded this summer, and the Oregon State Marine Board is asking boaters to help make this year safer than last…
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City of Bend road and traffic report: Week of July 5-11
Here is the city of Bend’s road and traffic report for the week of July…
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Humane Society of C.O. offers July 4th pet safety tips, prepares for influx of frightened animals
The days surrounding the 4th of July make for the Humane Society of Central Oregon’s busiest week of the year. Families need to be prepared to keep…
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Pilot Butte access limited before, after July Fourth fireworks show
The July 4 fireworks show from atop Pilot Butte will begin at 10 p.m., and that will limit access to the butte ahead of the display, as well as the…
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Five teens receive Camp Fire Central Oregon’s Work Health Love service award
Five local teens, Elsa Bell (16), Campbell Dixon (17), Amelia Hartman-Warr (17), Ella Wagner (17), and Kira Yun (17), recently received Camp Fire…
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Hours extended for Redmond’s Centennial Park spray feature
Just in time for the 4th of July holiday weekend, Redmond’s Centennial Park spray feature has extended operating hours. Beginning Friday, the…
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City of Bend launches new podcast, ‘Inside Bend’
The City of Bend launched its new podcast Friday, called Inside Bend. The interview-style podcast features in-depth discussions with city leaders and…
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High Desert Food & Farm Alliance seeks businesses to join High Desert Food Trail
A nibble, a nosh, a bite or a feast? Whatever you’re in the mood for, we’ve got the Food Trail for you! The High Desert Food & Farm Alliance, in…
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With Oregon’s eviction moratorium over, renters in need urged to seek state assistance
The statewide eviction moratorium (HB 4401), instituted in early 2020 to provide relief to renters affected by job loss or other factors due to…
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OHA offers 10 ways to stay safe and healthy this holiday weekend
As the Fourth of July weekend approaches, public health officials are reminding Oregonians about a few simple steps they can take to stay safe and…
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Deschutes National Forest closing FS Road 4606 during the day for reconstruction work
Beginning next Tuesday, the Deschutes National Forest will be closing a road off Skyliners Road to motorized traffic during the day, to allow the…
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Oregon firefighting leaders urge celebrating the Fourth responsibly amid hot, dry conditions
Fire potential remains high across Oregon through the 4th of July weekend. The continued drought, recent heat wave and forecast hot temperatures…
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State emergency managers urge Oregonians to act now to reduce risks, stay safe
As Oregon emerges from an unprecedented heat wave amidst a statewide drought and already active wildfire season, the Office of Emergency Management…
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COCC’s student-run newspaper, The Broadside, honored as best website
Central Oregon Community College’s student-run newspaper, The Broadside, recently took top honors in the best website category for two-year…
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Habitat for Humanity seeks applicants for Redmond housing program
Bend-Redmond Habitat for Humanity has announced that they have one more three-bedroom townhouse available for their Quince Townhomes neighborhood in…
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