South-county man arrested in domestic violence incident; pointed gun at family member
An intoxicated man was arrested on several charges Monday evening, accused of pointing a handgun at his adult daughter in their home south of…
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First of four new U.S. Hwy. 20 roundabouts set to open late next month; ODOT has dual-lane traffic circle tips
Travelers on U.S Highway 20 between Tumalo and Bend will see changes this summer as the first of four new roundabouts is expected to open the end of…
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Deschutes County commissioners to hold hearing on creating multi-year dog licenses
Deschutes County commissioners will hold a public hearing next Wednesday on two proposed changes to the rules for dog licenses – an option to buy a…
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An update with Deschutes County Coordinated Houseless Response Office; coordinator outlines work so far
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Amid various efforts to tackle the homeless crisis in Deschutes County, a Deschutes County commissioner is expressing concern…
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State board approves seven grants to protect farm, ranch lands, two to Deschutes Land Trust projects
The Oregon Watershed Enhancement Board has approved seven grants that will permanently protect some of Oregon’s most important farm and ranch…
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Redmond Municipal Airport has osprey nest platform removed due to safety concerns
The Redmond Municipal Airport recently had an osprey nest removed from a location near the end of an airport runway. The airport tells us it had to…
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Deschutes County seeks public input as it ponders artwork for new Tumalo roundabout
A new roundabout is being built on U.S. Highway 20 at Tumalo, and Deschutes County commissioners are welcoming public input about what public art it…
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Deschutes Alerts system to send emergency notification test message at 1 p.m. Wednesday afternoon
On Wednesday at 1 p.m., the Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office and Deschutes County 911 will be sending a test message to people who have signed up…
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Smith Rock volunteers gather for 30th annual ‘Spring Thing’ to preserve park’s natural beauty
It was the 30th annual “Spring Thing” event at Smith Rock State Park on Saturday. It’s put on by the non-profit Smith Rock Group, which helps…
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Stubborn fire heavily damages clubhouse at Juniper Preserve (formerly Pronghorn) Resort
A stubborn fire broke out Friday evening at a large clubhouse building at the Juniper Preserve (formerly Pronghorn) Resort between Bend and Redmond,…
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Deschutes County road construction update: Week of April 29-May 6
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Here is Deschutes County’s road construction update for the week of April 29-May 6. Deschutes Market Road/Hamehook Road…
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More prescribed burns planned Friday on Sisters Ranger District, near Hole-in-the-Ground
Firefighters on the Bend-Fort Rock and Sisters Ranger Districts plan to conduct prescribed burn operations on…
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Black Butte Ranch gives us a grand tour of new $20 million lodge ahead of next Monday’s opening
Black Butte Ranch will unveil its newest amenity next Monday when it celebrates the grand opening of its flagship $20 million dining and meeting…
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Deschutes County veterans service officers raise awareness of red flags: Beware the ‘pension poachers’
Staff who serve veterans for Deschutes County Veterans’ Services are warning of “pension poachers.”…
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Ballots in the mail soon for May 16 special district election — but fewer than 1/3 of voters may fill them out
Oregon’s upcoming May 16 Special District Election is all about local decision-makers and money requests, without the statewide and national races…
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Central Oregon jobless rates fall in March; widespread job gains reported
Central Oregon’s year-over-year employment gains in March were stronger than ones seen over the month, but seasonally adjusted unemployment rates…
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Fire managers from across U.S. and Canada convene in Central Oregon for prescribed fire training
Over 40 participants from various agencies, nonprofits and higher education institutions from across the United States, Tribal Nations and Canada…
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New owners of Petersen Rock Garden & Museum (and Peacock Sanctuary) set sights on Memorial Day reopening
The new owners and those who have been helping clean up, repair and prepare the World-Famous Petersen Rock Garden & Museum (and Peacock…
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Summit Health acquires High Desert Family Medicine in Sunriver as Dr. Dan Skotte retires from practice
Summit Health announced Monday the acquisition of High Desert Family Medicine in Sunriver in June, as Dr. Dan Skotte retires from medical…
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‘It really fit with the family’: Twin Lakes Resort is sold, reopens for season under new management
Twin Lakes Resort in Central Oregon has been sold, and opened to the public under new management last week for this year’s season.…
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