Oregon reports 6 more COVID-19 deaths, total of 44; 1,321 total cases
COVID-19 has claimed six more lives in Oregon, raising the state’s death toll to 44, the Oregon Health Authority reported…
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Oregonians still filing record claims for jobless benefits
During the week starting March 29, the Oregon Employment Department received 100,700 initial claims for jobless benefits, continuing the record…
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OSU postpones Corvallis, Bend commencement ceremonies
Based on input from students, Oregon State University announced Thursday it is postponing commencement ceremonies in Corvallis and at OSU-Cascades in…
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Oregon has record-breaking month in marijuana sales
According to Oregon’s Liquor Control Commission, marijuana sales in the state reached nearly $85 million last month. That’s more than a $20 million…
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Jefferson County resident, living out of state, tests positive for COVID-19
Jefferson County Public Health reported Thursday the first positive case of COVID-19 confirmed for a county resident, though the person is currently…
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2020 Cascade Cycling Classic canceled due to coronavirus
Organizers of the Cascade Cycling Classic announced Thursday the cancellation of the 2020 professional and amateur cycling stage race, as well as…
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Zika calls for quick state action to help suffering residents
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — State Rep. Jack Zika (R-Redmond)Â called on the Oregon Legislature and Gov. Kate Brown again Wednesday to take swift action…
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C.O. COVID-19 update: First responders don masks; calling it ‘physical distancing’
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Here’s Wednesday’s update from the Central Oregon Emergency Info Network: GOV. BROWN EXTENDS SCHOOL CLOSURE ORDERToday, Gov.…
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Mask maker, mask maker…
Thousands of cloth masks are being made and given to St. Charles workers during this time of shortages. One group of businesses banded together in…
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Lights on to celebrate students
Central Oregon schools are turning on the football field lights to honor the students who are not at school due to the COVID-19…
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‘Goggles for Docs’ is a rousing success
On the first day of the Mt Bachelor-sponsored drive, 250 pairs of goggles were donated for medical worker’s…
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Bend church hands out special Easter kits to create window art
As a way to lift morale and spirits in a challenging time, Bend Church of the Nazarene is giving away free Easter kits to the community.…
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80th Sisters Rodeo canceled due to coronavirus
It’s called “The Biggest Little Show in the World,” but the 80th annual Sisters Rodeo has just been canceled due to the global COVID-19…
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Gov. Brown orders schools closed for rest of school year
Oregon Gov. Kate Brown on Wednesday announced that all schools in the state will remain closed through the end of the 2019-20 school year to help…
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Redmond Park and Rec sponsors teams for ‘Going the Social Distance’ virtual relay
The Redmond Area Park and Recreation District sponsors C.O. teams for the virtual relay race, Going the Social Distance which is taking place all…
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Bend company developing thermal sanitizer
A Bend tech company and partners are developing a fuel cell thermal heat sanitizer that it says can remove COVID-19 from places like hospital…
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Oregon DHS trying to meet rising demand for services
As the need for SNAP, TANF, and health benefits rises due to the coronavirus pandemic, state employees are trying to keep up with the number of…
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Deschutes County may fine up to $1,000 a day for short-term rental violations
Deschutes County commissioners have agreed to a potential Class C misdemeanor or a fine of up to $1,000 for violations of its ban on short-term…
Continue Reading Oregon reports 5 more COVID-19 deaths; toll reaches 38
Five more deaths in Oregon due to COVID-19 were reported Wednesday, raising the state’s death toll to 38,, along with 58 new…
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C. Oregon outdoor options clarified: What’s open, what’s not and what are the rules?
With temperatures due to climb this week, officials said Wednesday Central Oregonians should be aware of outdoor recreation opportunities and follow…
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