COVID-19 claims two more lives in Oregon; cases reach 1,132
COVID-19 has claimed two more lives in Oregon, raising the state’s death toll to 29, while the state tally of cases has topped 1,100, the Oregon…
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Oregon builders, state agencies out with job site safety recommendations
The Oregon Home Builders Association said Monday it has partnered with the Oregon Occupational Safety and Health Division and the Oregon Construction…
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Deer Ridge prison housing unit placed in isolation over ‘health concerns’
Deer Ridge Correctional Institution east of Madras has isolated one housing unit of nearly 130 inmates “due to health concerns” but has had no…
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#ToTheMax Challenge: How are you spending time at home?
Looking for a way to stay active and creative in quarantine? Introducing the #ToTheMax challenge!! Whether you’re making trick shots indoors or…
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C.O. Scouts stage successful Community Action Day
Saturday’s Community Action Day by Central Oregon Scouts was a big success, with more than 3,000 worth of food and supplies collected for area…
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Oregon reports 27th COVID-19 death; cases top 1,000
COVID-19 has claimed another life in Oregon, raising the state’s death toll to 27, the Oregon Health Authority reported…
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HUD awards $46.7 million to NW tribes, Native Alaskans for COVID-19 response
SEATTLE — U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Secretary Ben Carson announced Friday the award of $46.7 million…
Continue ReadingBend car dealers offer free oil changes to first responders, front-line workers
Kiefer Auto Group’s two dealerships in Bend are offering free oil changes to first responders and other front-line workers who are helping local…
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ODFW staff monitoring fishing locations for social distancing
Most fishing and hunting seasons remain open in Oregon, but the state Department of Fish and Wildlife says participants should continue to comply…
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Wyden offers one-stop link to economic resources during COVID-19 outbreak
WASHINGTON (KTVZ) — As the Small Business Administration launched the Paycheck Protection Program Friday, Sen. Ron Wyden announced a one-stop…
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VA Portland offers virtual care options for veterans
PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) — VA Portland Health Care System (VAPORHCS) said Friday it is committed to providing high-quality care while keeping veterans…
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Lifting spirits: Bend woman creates grad signs for C.O. schools
With uncertainty looming about the future of Central Oregon high school graduation ceremonies this year, a Bend woman has started creating signs to…
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OSU Extension offers safe home canning tips in times of COVID-19
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — How can home preservers pressure can vegetables, meat, fish, poultry and wild game safely when OSU Extension offices, closed…
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C.O. Walmart shoppers weigh in on new customer limits
In an effort to stop the spread of the coronavirus, Walmart will be limiting the number of guests it has in its stores. We talked with a few shoppers…
Continue Reading Oregon reports four more COVID-19 deaths, 100 more cases
COVID-19 has claimed four more lives in Oregon, raising the state’s death toll to 26, while 100 new cases of the the virus raised the statewide…
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NY to get 1,000 ventilators with help from China, Oregon
NEW YORK (AP) — New York is poised to get over 1,100 ventilators from China and Oregon as it scrambles to line up more breathing machines for the…
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Central Oregon leaders launch month-long COVID-19 awareness campaign
Central Oregonians play a key role in the campaign to help slow the spread of the COVID-19 virus and can help keep our friends and neighbors safe,…
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OSU freezes tuition for returning undergraduate students
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Oregon State University will freeze tuition rates for current undergraduates at the Corvallis, Bend campuses for the…
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Deschutes County fire chiefs to close outdoor burning April 10
Deschutes County fire chiefs are temporarily closing outdoor burning as a result of the COVID-19 virus. Outdoor burning will close at sunset on…
Continue ReadingDutch Bros donating all April profits to first responders
Dutch Bros is supporting medical first responders all April, dedicating 100 percent of profits through…
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