Alfalfa-area brush fire damages structures, but crews save home
A brush fire broke out Tuesday afternoon east of Bend in the Alfalfa area, damaging some structures, but was quickly stopped by fire crews before it…
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Crunch: Bend auto body shops struggle with issues; customers face long delays
Several bodyshop managers in Bend say they are currently backed-up and having trouble getting parts. …
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City of Bend plans community open house on Project Turnkey motel-shelter conversion
The city of Bend will be hosting a community open house to share information about Project Turnkey-Bend from 5 to 7 p.m. on Tuesday, July 27.…
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Swamp Wells Trail Fire SE of Bend 30% contained; minimal fire activity seen amid mop-up
The Swamp Wells Trail Fire on the Deschutes National Forest nine miles south of Bend is now 30% contained and remains at 64 acres, amid mop-up work…
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24/7 livestreaming leads Bend man to deeper reflection
Bend resident Ethan McChristian recently made the courageous decision — some might have another word for it — to broadcast every moment of his life…
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Big upgrades (and, yes, more roundabouts) due on Bend’s Wilson Avenue
Roundabouts, better bike lanes and more are coming to Bend’s Southeast Wilson Avenue, between Second and 15th…
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Some frustrated Bend restaurants say Uber Eats has led to many unhappy customers
Two restaurants in Bend say the Uber Eats food-delivery platform, which is supposed to bring more business their way, has been hurting their…
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OSU in Corvallis, OSU-Cascades in Bend curb water use in response to statewide drought
Oregon State University and OSU-Cascades in Bend said Monday they are taking steps to reduce water usage in response to serious drought conditions…
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City of Bend accepting applications for Planning Commission
The City of Bend is accepting applications to fill a vacancy on the Planning Commission. Applications can be submitted online and are being accepted…
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Bend Park and Rec seeks public input on diversity, equity and inclusion
The Bend Park and Recreation District said Monday it wants to hear from community members about how the district is doing and how it can improve in…
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New Shepherd’s House shelter serving Bend homeless through summer
NewsChannel 21 talked Sunday with residents of the Bend shelter operated by the Shepherd’s House Ministries. With temperatures scaling up, the new…
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SE Bend driver jailed on DUII, hit-and-run charges after crashing into front of house, car
A Bend woman was arrested on DUII, reckless driving and other charges Saturday night, accused of crashing into a fence and driveway awning in front…
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Bend Park and Rec training new lifeguards
The Bend Park and Rec District is training new lifeguards amid a nationwide shortage in the key pool safety…
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Fierce fire causes $900,000 damage to two homes south of downtown Bend
A fire heavily damaged two neighboring homes and caused minor damage to a third south of downtown Bend Friday afternoon, also spreading to a fence,…
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City of Bend road and traffic report for the week of July 19-25
Here is the city of Bend’s road and traffic report for the week of July…
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Bend business offers free natural disaster preparedness course
In this wildfire season, it’s important to learn and practice preventative measures to improve the odds of staying safe and secure if disaster…
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City of Bend plans House Bill 2001 community information, Q&A session
The city of Bend will host a community information session next week regarding newly proposed code amendments related to House Bill (HB) 2001, a bill…
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Bend Fire & Rescue announces ban on most recreational fires, starting Friday
Bend Fire & Rescue announced Thursday it will impose restrictions on recreational fires effective at 12:01 a.m. Friday, to help reduce the risk of…
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Several C.O. Little League baseball teams win district titles, move onto state tournament
Several Central Oregon Little League teams will be competing for state championships this weekend after winning their district…
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Poor air quality from wildfires burning around region could curb outdoor dining options
With the smoke from many fires burning around the area and region, some Central Oregon restaurants may end up closing their outdoor seating areas,…
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