Bend RV dealer says sales and rentals are booming
While air travel-related businesses are still struggling, sales at a Bend recreational vehicle business are on the rise.
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Newberry Natl. Volcanic Monument campgrounds to open; visitor centers stay closed
The Deschutes National Forest said Friday it will open all campgrounds, except group campgrounds, and all trails within the Newberry National Volcanic Monument, starting in mid-June; however, Lava Lands Visitor Center and Lava River Cave will remain closed.
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Oregon reports 2 new COVID-19 deaths, 238 new cases in past 3 days
COVID-19 has claimed two more lives in Oregon, raising the death toll to 161, the Oregon Health Authority reported Friday. It said nearly 240 new cases counted in the past three days shows more extensive testing and contact tracing.
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Deschutes, Jefferson counties approved for Phase 2 reopening Saturday
Gov. Kate Brown on Friday approved the Phase 2 reopening plans, effective Saturday, for Deschutes and Jefferson counties, after health officials further reviewed case numbers and contact tracing.
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In wake of George Floyd death, Bend PD plans to add body cameras
The Bend Police Department is planning to incorporate the use of body cameras to help build transparency between officers and community members when out in the field.
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Blazers lone team to vote against NBA proposal to finish season in Florida
On Thursday, NBA owners nearly unanimously (29-1) approved a 22-team format to resume the 2019-20 season at Walt Disney World Resort near Orlando, Florida. While the Portland Trail Blazers got the invite, they are also the only team that voted against the proposal.
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Regal Cinemas still not reopening theaters
Regal Cinemas, including their Bend theaters, are not reopening at this time, and no date has been set.
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OSU-Cascades in Bend, OSU in Corvallis to require wearing masks on campus
To curb the spread of COVID-19, Oregon State University, including the OSU-Cascades campus in Bend, has established a new policy that will require everyone on any OSU campus to wear a mask or face shield, with certain exceptions, starting June 14.
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Gov OK’s Crook County, 25 others for Phase 2; Deschutes, Jefferson ‘under review’
Gov. Kate Brown on Thursday approved 26 counties — including Crook, but not Deschutes or Jefferson — to move to Phase 2 of reopening on Friday, Saturday or Monday under her “framework for building a safe and strong Oregon.”
Continue ReadingWashington unemployment fraud might be $650 million
OLYMPIA, Wash. (AP) — Washington officials say they believe they have recovered about half of the hundreds of millions in unemployment benefits paid to criminals who used stolen identities to file claims during the coronavirus pandemic. Officials are still working to determine the final amount paid out fraudulently, but they believe it was between $550
Continue Reading Oregon reports 76 new COVID-19 cases, 7 in C. Oregon; no new deaths
The state’s death toll from COVID-19 is unchanged from Wednesday and remains at 159, the Oregon Health Authority reported Thursday.
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Indian Head Casino details next week’s reopening; masks to be required
The Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs announced this week that Indian Head Casino will reopen at 10 a.m. on Thursday, June 11.
Continue Reading Oregon reports 2 more COVID-19 deaths, 64 cases
COVID-19 has claimed two more lives, raising the state’s death toll to 159, the Oregon Health Authority reported Wednesday.
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Special parade Friday in Prineville honors Crook County HS seniors
PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — It’s not your normal graduation ceremony, but Crook County High School seniors are going out in style with a parade this Friday, starting at 3 p.m. Due to COVID-19 and social-distancing requirements, the typical graduation ceremony held annually outside at Ward Rhoden Stadium is canceled. CCHS staff sprang into action and came up
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High Desert Museum waiting on reopening
Officials want to make sure all safety and health guidelines are being followed.
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Farmers Market adapts, returns to downtown Bend
The Bend Farmers Market downtown returned to Brooks Alley on Wednesday, with some changes to meet public health guidelines. The market will be held every Wednesday until Oct. 14, from 2-6 P.M. More info at: https://www.bendfarmersmarket.com/
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Some C.O. campgrounds about to reopen, but with differences
The Deschutes National Forest will begin reopening select campgrounds, starting Friday, but the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic and public health guidelines will make for some different camping experiences.
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Tourist towns balance fear, survival in make-or-break summer
CANNON BEACH, Ore. (AP) — As the coronavirus raced across America, the quaint seaside town of Cannon Beach shooed away the tourists it depends on. The tiny vacation destination known for its iconic coastal rock formation made the “unprecedented” decision in March to try to keep the pandemic at bay. Now, with summer looming and
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Most Oregon counties could enter Phase 2’s looser rules as soon as Friday
Oregon’s Phase 2 coronavirus reopening plan will begin as soon as Friday for up to 31 counties and includes opening pools, zoos, museums and movie theaters, allowing recreational sports, loosening current restaurant restrictions and expanding outdoor gatherings to 100 people and indoor to 250 people, with adequate spacing.
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Bend bowling alley, church among those ready for Phase 2 reopening
If and when Deschutes County is approved for Phase 2 reopening, the Sun Mountain Fun Center in Bend is certainly ready to open.
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