Deschutes County courtrooms getting COVID-19 makeovers
Deschutes County courtrooms are getting revamped sooner than planned, due to COVID-19 and in an effort to adhere to social distancing guidelines in court proceedings.
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Sun sets on Terrebonne staple, the Sun Spot Drive-In, due to COVID-19 impact
Unfortunately, another business has closed its doors due to the coronavirus pandemic, and this time it’s a long-time staple in the Terrebonne community.
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Terrebonne Community School holds drive-thru for students to grab supplies
School closures were abrupt for students and their families due to COVID-19. On Thursday, the staff of Terrebonne Community School held a drive-thru for students to pick up their personal belongings and school supplies.
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Forest Service preparing to reopen some developed recreation sites in Oregon
PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The U.S. Forest Service will continue to maintain alignment with state “Stay at Home” orders by beginning the phased transition to reopen some developed recreation sites on national forests in Oregon in coming weeks, officials said Thursday. Forest supervisors and staff are planning how to safely reopen areas and facilities in
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70 new COVID-19 cases in Oregon; six more deaths, total of 121
COVID-19 has claimed six more lives in Oregon, raising the death toll to 121, the Oregon Health Authority reported Thursday.
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COCC furloughs 38 workers due to COVID-19
This week, Central Oregon Community College announced that nearly 40 employees will be placed on partial or full furloughs, effective May 26 and running through Sept. 30.
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Not business (or life) as usual: Gov. Brown, health officials spell out reopening details
Gov. Kate Brown and state health officials tried to sound an upbeat tone Thursday as they spelled out a measured plan to start reopening businesses and other activities in most Oregon counties, as soon as a week from Friday.
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Corps of Engineers eases restrictions at some NW recreation sites
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Portland District said Thursday it is relaxing restrictions at some recreation sites in Oregon and Washington as the first phase in a gradual relaxing of closures at Corps locations.
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SE Washington county retracts claim of ‘coronavirus parties’
Officials in a county in southeastern Washington state are retracting their claim that some people in held parties in which they intentionally exposed themselves to the coronavirus.
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Seven Peaks School holds drive-thru teacher appreciation event
Students and teachers at Seven Peaks School enjoyed a special drive-thru teacher appreciation event on Wednesday.
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Oregon breaks down COVID-19 cases by ZIP Code
The Oregon Health Authority has begun adding COVID-19 case breakdowns by ZIP Codes in their weekly report, which you can find here: https://www.oregon.gov/oha/PH/DISEASESCONDITIONS/DISEASESAZ/Emerging%20Respitory%20Infections/COVID-19-Weekly-Report-2020-05-05-FINAL.pdf
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Bend eases up on parking enforcement during ‘Stay Home, Save Lives’ order
With many people working remotely from home due to the ‘Stay Home, Save Lives’ order, it’s increased the number of cars parked on streets in residential neighborhoods. But the city of Bend has eased up on enforcement of some parking violations, at least for the time being.
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Mtn. View students continue a tradition, despite being home
“College Wear Day,” done each month, recognizes students’ favorite schools. Now, it’s being done by video.
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Senator Merkley addresses hold-ups in relief packages
Oregon’s junior senator tells NewsChannel 21 he hopes a “Coronavirus 4” package helps states and local governments.
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Deschutes County officials eye improvement related to COVID-19, continuing issues
Deschutes County commissioners and health officials talked Wednesday about how the county appears to be showing signs of improvement related to COVID-19. However, they said there is still much work to be done, and continued caution is warranted.
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Warm Springs residents told to stay home, wear masks; COVID-19 cases now at 15
As the Warm Springs tribes on Thursday reported a 15th case of COVID-19, tribal officials are pleading with residents to stay home and wear masks.
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As Pilot Butte, Lake Billy Chinook boat ramp reopen, few are on hand at first
After being closed for about a month and a half, eight Oregon state parks are now open for limited access, including Pilot Butte in Bend (no vehicles) and Lake Billy Chinook near Culver. Even with that announcement, paired with beautiful weather Wednesday, the parking lots at both locations were close to empty.
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New state guidelines may see some types of businesses open sooner than others
Personal service businesses across Oregon are preparing, even anxious to reopen as Gov. Kate Brown begins to roll out the guidelines they need to meet before they can do so.
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Bend man writes kids’ superhero book about COVID-19, staying home
Jamie McGaw of Bend has written a children’s book about COVID-19, called ‘Even Superheroes Stay Home.’ You can find more information at: https://www.jamiemcgaw.com/#/even-superheroes-stay-home/
Continue ReadingState: COVID-19 emergency loans, advances not subject to new business tax
The Oregon Department of Revenue said Wednesday it has determined that certain federal assistance to businesses under the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act is not commercial activity under Oregon statute and will not be subject to the Corporate Activity Tax.
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