Bend Habitat for Humanity ReStore expanding hours
Bend-Redmond Habitat for Humanity will be expanding its Bend ReStore hours starting this Saturday. To ensure the safety and health of both customers…
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Lelack named sole finalist to be next Deschutes County administrator
The Deschutes County Board of Commissioners on Tuesday invited the community to meet Nick Lelack, the finalist being considered as Deschutes…
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Public invited to webinar on wildfire preparation, prevention
May is Wildfire Awareness Month, and the Oregon Office of Emergency Management is scheduled to host a wildfire preparedness and prevention panel…
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New High Desert Food & Farm Directory available, along with app, searchable directory
Summer is coming, and local food is just around the corner! Now it is even easier to find Central Oregon foods, visit farms, taste a new dinner from…
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Oregon FBI’s Tech Tuesday: Digital defense against robocall scams
This week, the Oregon FBI’s Tech Tuesday segment focuses on building a digital defense against robocall…
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Four finalists chosen for High Lakes Elementary principal; forum set
Students, staff and community members are invited to meet the four finalists for the principal position at High Lakes Elementary School during a…
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ODFW seeks candidates for Fish Screening Task Force
– The Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife is seeking three candidates for the Fish Screening Task Force — one candidate to represent…
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Two COCC students among 45 on community colleges’ All-Oregon Academic Team
The Oregon Community College Association announced on Monday the selection of 45 community college students from around the state — including two…
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You can make a difference during Wildfire Awareness Month
The Office of State Fire Marshal wants to remind Oregonians as Wildfire Awareness Month begins that YOU are the greatest resource in protecting homes…
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ODOT Region 4 construction update: Week of May 3-7
Here is the ODOT Region 4 construction update for the week of May…
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Thrive Central Oregon seeking applicants for rent, utility assistance
Thrive Central Oregon has announced that the application period for Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG-CV) Rent/Utility Assistance opened on Monday at 8…
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Travel Oregon awards more than $2.4 million in COVID-19 recovery grants, several in C. Oregon
The Oregon Tourism Commission, doing business as Travel Oregon, has awarded more than $2.4 million through its Competitive & Recovery Grant Program…
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Foundation fundraiser brings in record $385K for COCC scholarships
While the major annual fundraising event of the Central Oregon Community College Foundation may have been held without its traditional formal wear…
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Oregon observes Foster Care Month; nearly 6,000 children in foster care
Gov. Kate Brown has proclaimed May 2021 to be Foster Care Month in Oregon. The theme this year is “Foster Care can Strengthen the Whole…
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Federal changes boost emergency SNAP benefits for many households, eliminate them for some
Most Oregonians who receive Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits will receive emergency allotments in May. The federal…
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Nominees sought for 2021 Sisters Country Vision Awards
The Sisters Country Vision Implementation Team is excited to sponsor the 2021 Community Champion Awards! Sisters Country community members can…
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Planned Redmond road closures and delays May 2-15
Here is the city of Redmond’s planned road closures and delays update for May…
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City of Bend again closing in-person facilities
Based on COVID-19 case increases in Deschutes County and our county’s move from a High to an Extreme Risk category, the City of Bend will once…
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Redmond Historic Landmarks Commission sets events to mark Historic Preservation Month
Celebrate May, Historic Preservation Month, by participating in this year’s historic preservation activities. The Redmond Historic Landmarks…
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TSA PreCheck enrollment coming to Redmond Airport
The Transportation Security Administration has announced that residents of Central Oregon can make an appointment now to enroll in TSA PreCheck® at…
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