More new, expanding businesses are coming to life in the La Pine-Sunriver area
The La Pine and Sunriver areas are seeing more growth through the emergence of new businesses in the area, while others expand and move to new…
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Portland man arraigned on attempted murder, other charges in planned Smith Rock mass shooting attack
A Portland man accused of planning a mass shooting attack at a Smith Rock climbing event before he was stopped and arrested last week in Deschutes…
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Two drivers hurt, 1 arrested in head-on Hwy. 97 DUII crash north of Bend; OSP spotlights dangers of impaired driving
A recent head-on crash on Highway 97 north of Bend sent both drivers to the hospital and led to the drunk-driving arrest of a Redmond man, as well as…
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Caleb Cegers arraigned on murder charge in August fatal downtown Bend shooting of Taylor Wyss
Caleb Cegers, the 20-year-old Bend man accused of fatally shooting Redmond resident Taylor Wyss, 33, in downtown Bend back in August, made his first…
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ODOT set to close west side of McKenzie Pass for winter; east side remains open, for now
Snow is here, and ODOT said Friday it is starting to close the Old McKenzie Pass Highway, Oregon Highway 242, for the winter season. Only the west…
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Deschutes River Basin groundwater issues in spotlight amid concerns over proposed state rule changes
For many rural residents in Deschutes County, low well levels and even dry wells have become common occurrences in recent years. County Commissioner…
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Deschutes County sheriff’s Sgt. Kent Vander Kamp announces run for sheriff, will face Capt. William Bailey
Deschutes County sheriff’s Detective Sergeant Kent Vander Kamp announced Wednesday that he will run for sheriff next year, setting up a contest with…
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Fires from exploding lithium batteries a growing issue at Knott Landfill; Bend Fire offers tips for safe disposal
Fires caused by exploding lithium batteries have been on the rise this year at Deschutes County’s Knott Landfill, prompting concern about their…
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La Pine pickup theft suspect surrenders, day after leading DCSO on chase, prompting manhunt, shelter-in-place alerts
A La Pine man suspected in a pickup truck theft and police chase in La Pine early Monday that led to a manhunt and a day of warnings for area…
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BLM seeks nominations to John Day-Snake Resource Advisory Council
BAKER CITY, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Bureau of Land Management announced Wednesday that it is seeking public nominations for positions on the John…
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Late-night fire destroys Alfalfa-area home; 5 pets perish in blaze
State fire investigators are helping look for the cause of a house fire late Monday night that destroyed an Alfalfa-area home and killed five…
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Deschutes County Clerk’s Office tests ballot-counting system for next month’s election
Gearing up for the Nov. 2 Special Election, the Deschutes County Clerk’s Office held its public pre-election test of the ballot-counting system on…
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Deschutes DA discusses case against Smith Rock mass shooting plan suspect as details of his troubles come to light
Deschutes County District Attorney Steve Gunnels spoke with NewsChannel 21 Tuesday about the case of Samson Garner as new details emerged about the…
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Higher Deschutes County property tax bills are in the mail
Despite the state’s property tax limits, Deschutes County Assessor Scot Langton says most property owners are seeing their taxes rise 4-10% this fall…
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Deschutes County jobless rate drops closer to historic low in September; Crook, Jefferson rates rise a bit
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — Deschutes County’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate declined in September, creeping towards its historic low, while…
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Background emerges about Portland climber accused of planning mass shooting at Smith Rock weekend event
More details have come to light about the climbing and work background of a  Portland man arrested late last week on attempted murder and other…
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Deschutes County road construction update: Week of October 22-28
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Here is Deschutes County’s road construction update for the week of October 22-28. Hunnell Road: Loco Road to Tumalo Road…
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Merkley joins 3 C.O. irrigation districts, nonprofits to break ground on $120 million in canal piping projects
Sen. Jeff Merkley, D-Ore., joined leaders from three Deschutes River Basin irrigation districts and nonprofits Farmers Conservation Alliance and…
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About 37,000 Deschutes County ballots have hit the mail for Nov. 7 Special Election; here’s the info voters need
About 37,000 Deschutes County ballots for the Nov. 7 Special Election were mailed Wednesday to registered voters who live in the Redmond Fire &…
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Deschutes Public Library holding seventh annual Pumpkin Decorating Contest
Deschutes Public Library is starting their seventh annual Pumpkin Decorating Contest. From now until Oct. 23, you can bring your decorated pumpkin or…
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