Bend sets up downtown curbside food pickup spots
The city of Bend has set aside several curbside food pickup areas for downtown restaurants now having to do takeout, rather than dining…
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Redmond FD among many taking COVID-19 precautions
Redmond Fire & Rescue says they’ve seen a rise in calls related to flu-like symptoms the past few days, but say they’re prepared and taking extra…
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COVID-19 Oregon impacts: May primary still on; ODF, OLCC, DHS, OSHA, other notices
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — Oregon’s secretary of state said Thursday that for now, the May 19 primary is still on track. We also have an OLCC rules…
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1,000s in C.O. sign petition to freeze rent, mortgage payments
Amid fast-rising joblessness and uncertainty, a petition started in Bend to freeze rent and mortgage payments has taken…
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COVID-19 concerns bring drop in CET transit ridership
Like many facets of everyday life in Central Oregon, public transportation is taking a hit as concerns about COVID-19 continue to…
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St. Charles seeks public donations of much-needed masks, respirators, gowns
The shortage of key medical supplies due to the global COVID-19 pandemic has gotten so dire that St. Charles Health System late Thursday asked for…
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C.O. restaurateurs juggle serious challenges amid state COVID-19 limits
In less than a week, some Bend restaurants have seen business plunge sharply since Gov. Kate Brown ordered a restriction that restaurants offer…
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Feds OK disputed Oregon coast LNG pipeline, terminal
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission on Thursday approved the controversial Jordan Cove natural gas pipeline and marine export terminal project…
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Merkley, Wyden virus-related news releases Thursday
Sen. Jeff Merkley, D-Ore., and nine colleagues on the Senate Foreign Relations Committee have sent a letter to Secretary of State Mike Pompeo,…
Continue Reading Madras withdraws prepared food tax from May ballot
A measure that was going to go to Madras voters in May, proposing a 5% tax on prepared food and beverages to fund road repairs, has been withdrawn…
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Toddler drowns in river south of Albany
SHEDD, Ore. (AP) — Authorities say a 2-year-old boy has drowned in a river south of Albany. Linn County Sheriff Jim Yon says deputies were called…
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Oregon reports 13 new COVID-19 cases, 88 total
The Oregon Health Authority reported 13 new cases of COVID-19 on Thursday, bringing the state’s total to 88, as of 8:30 a.m. The number of deaths is…
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COCC’s staff, faculty moving to teleworking setup
Responding to an executive order from Gov. Kate Brown, starting next Monday and extending through April 28, Central Oregon Community College’s staff…
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COVID-19 business impacts: Walmart, 10 Barrel, Mid Oregon Credit Union, High Lakes
Thursday’s business-related COVID-19 announcements include details of hours and services from Walmart and from 10 Barrel Brewing Co., Mid Oregon…
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Thursday’s government announcements include three Oregon agencies’ temporary camping closures and messages from the Oregon State…
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Bend community comes together to help amid coronavirus
At a time when people are being asked to stay at least six feet apart — “social distancing” — several businesses in the Bend community are using…
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Wyden, Merkley, Walden, Oregon DOJ issue virus-related statements
Another flurry of news releases Wednesday on various aspects of the COVID-19 outbreak from Sens. Ron Wyden and Jeff Merkley, Rep. Greg Walden. We…
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Oregon prison officer files $7M hazing suit against state
An Oregon Department of Corrections officer is suing the state, his former coworker and corrections officials for $7 million after he was attacked…
Continue Reading COVID-19 Deschutes County impacts: Bend, Bend-La Pine Schools, Redmond, Sisters SD
We are trying something new — compiling each day’s announcements and notices by county, for easier finding. Wednesday’s Deschutes County list…
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