Soroptimist Intl. of Bend’s Community Baby Shower returns after year’s absence
Soroptimist International of Bend’s two-month-long Baby Shower is back! “We took a year off due to Covid, but now we are beginning again,”…
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ODOT to again clear homeless camps in right of way by Bend Parkway, cite safety
ODOT says it will again clear homeless camps in the area of Revere Avenue and Division Street, near the Bend Parkway that returned after evictions…
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Bend landlords say state’s pandemic protections for tenants add to their struggles
Some Bend landlords say they are facing serious challenges as a result of added tenant protections amid the COVID-19…
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Bend Armory vaccination clinic sees lower numbers than it can handle, for variety of reasons
A free COVID-19 vaccine clinic is taking place at the Bend Armory until Friday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., but it has not seen the numbers it hoped…
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A matter of degrees: OSU-Cascades set to launch political science, economics programs this fall
Oregon State University–Cascades announced Monday it will offer new bachelor’s degrees in economics and political science, beginning this fall.…
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Deschutes County, Bend leaders review draft strategic plan to address houselessness
County and city leaders met Friday to go over a draft strategic plan for ending houselessness by 2023. You can review the 21-page document here:…
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High Desert Museum opens new exhibit, ‘Imagine A World’
Colorful and eclectic pieces highlight the idea of community. You can see the High Desert Museum’s new exhibit until the end of…
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25 years ago, 2 Bend dogs on doggie death row drew worldwide attention — and were spared
A quarter-century ago, back when Michael Jordan was dominating the NBA and Bill Clinton was sworn in for a second term as president, a story about…
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Bend fugitive arrested on drug, weapons charges in Hwy. 97 traffic stop
A Bend man wanted on several arrest warrants gave a false name and tried to run Thursday after a Bend police officer pulled over his SUV in a traffic…
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Three finalists chosen for Pacific Crest Middle School principal; public invited to virtual forum
Students, staff and community members are invited to meet the three finalists for the principal position at Pacific Crest Middle School during a…
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City of Bend hosting online open house to update Newport Corridor Improvements Project
The City of Bend is hosting an online open house to share an update about the Newport Corridor Improvements Project.…
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Former Bend councilor Chris Piper announces run for mayor
Chris Piper, a 17-year Bend resident appointed to a City Council vacancy after voters elected Councilor Sally Russell as the city’s first elected…
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Retiring United Way leader Ken Wilhelm receives Bend Chamber’s Lifetime Achievement Award
(Update: Adding video) 2022 Business Excellence Awards announced BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Bend Chamber announced Thursday that retiring long-time…
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Worried Central Oregonians report IRS Social Security tax forms arrive partly opened in mail
Some tampered mail has stirred concern among some Bend-area residents as personal information is exposed. Ironically, the Social Security benefits…
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Bend Park and Rec’s Pavilion continues to grow, is having its busiest season ever
In its sixth winter season, the Bend Park and Recreation’s Pavilion has seen more visitors than ever.…
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City of Bend outlines Division Street shelter plans
The city of Bend held a virtual open house Tuesday evening to discuss details of plans for upgrades to a former Division Street motel being converted…
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Split Bend-La Pine School Board OKs return to lunchrooms, so quarantined students can return sooner
The Bend-La Pine School Board wrestled for about 90 minutes Tuesday night with the details of a proposed major change in the school day, aimed at…
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OSU-Cascades to discuss ‘innovation district’ plans with business, real estate leaders
Oregon State University–Cascades will host a meeting on Friday, Feb. 4 for business and real estate leaders to discuss plans for an innovation…
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Deschutes County, FEMA partner on free walk-in COVID-19 vaccine clinic at Bend Armory
Deschutes County Health Services said Tuesday it is partnering with the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)Â to offer free walk-in COVID-19…
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Bend’s big shift from single-family homes to more multifamily housing tops city’s expectations
With Bend’s population growing, and a continued pinch for more supplies pf affordable housing, there’s been a big surge in the number of multi-family…
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