CO COVID-19 daily update: RDM info; 9 Bend hand-washing locations set
The latest info update from Central Oregon emergency officials include the locations of nine hand-washing stations around…
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All Redmond Airport arrivals urged to self-quarantine for 2 weeks
Amid a stay-home order and a rise in cases of COVID-19 expected in coming days, the Redmond Municipal Airport on Thursday said it will encourage all…
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Sunriver owners seek halt to short-term rentals, urge following stay-home orders
The Sunriver Owners Association is asking tourists, non-resident owners to follow orders banning travel and short-term…
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C.O. first responders face rising risk of PTSD amid COVID- 19 pandemic
Amid the coronavirus pandemic, essential heroes are emerging throughout our community. And the job for first responders is even more dangerous amid…
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Oregon, High Desert jobless claims soar, echoing US spike
The Oregon Employment Department said Thursday it received a record 92,700 initial claims for unemployment insurance benefits for the week starting…
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Sisters traffic stop leads to nearly 2 lbs. of meth, Prineville pair’s arrest
A traffic stop on an SUV in Sisters late Tuesday night by the Central Oregon Drug Enforcement Team turned up nearly two pounds of methamphetamine…
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C.O. races go virtual, make changes amid coronavirus
As the coronavirus pandemic grows stronger and wider, Central Oregon races on the calendar through May are making changes to keep the running…
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Powell Butte nonprofit boosts beef donations to C.O churches and food banks
The Powell Butte non-profit “The 1017 Project” is increasing its beef donations to area churches and food pantries, which are facing increased…
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St. Charles launches campaign for 10,000 donated hand-sewn masks
St. Charles Health System on Wednesday asked for the public’s help once again with the donation of masks—this time, hand-sewn ones, with a goal…
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It was not a normal March for Bend — except for the weather
It was anything but a normal March in Bend (or anywhere, for that matter) — except for the weather, which was close to the city’s average…
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C.O. students and teachers preparing for online classes
As schools across the country remain closed due to the coronavirus outbreak, Bend-La Pine Schools students and their families are among the many…
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City of Sisters provides COVID-19 update
The City of Sisters is taking steps to limit exposure to and spread of COVID-19 and limit economic impact to its…
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C.O. addicts in recovery seek virtual meetings to comply with social distancing
While states have implemented mandates for people to socially distance from one another, those battling alcohol and drug addiction are potentially…
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Cline chosen as new Redmond schools superintendent
The Redmond School Board on Tuesday selected Dr. Charan Cline of Yamhill to be the district’s next…
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Redmond PD: Man broke into apartment, fled warning shots, arrested
A Redmond man was arrested Tuesday morning, accused of forcing his way into a southwest Redmond apartment and fleeing after the resident fired two…
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COCC expands nursing program to help stem RN shortage
The Oregon State Board of Nursing recently approved a program expansion request from Central Oregon Community College’s nursing program, enabling…
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KIDS Center’s COVID-19 concern: Abuse risk soars in times of high stress
While KIDS Center remains open during the COVID-19 pandemic to provide critical intervention, therapy and community services to children and families…
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State issues last C.O. job data, jobless rates from before COVID-19 struck
As the realities of the COVID-19 restrictions take hold of the local economy, the Oregon Employment Department on Tuesday released Central Oregon’s…
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St. Charles CEO’s message: ‘The fight is just beginning’
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — St. Charles Health System President and CEO Joe Sluka offered an update on COVID-19 to the community on Monday, again stressing…
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Central Oregonians struggle to file for unemployment benefits
Several Central Oregonians told NewsChannel 21 Monday they have been having frustrating problems getting through to file for unemployment benefits,…
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