Update: Jefferson County joins Deschutes, Crook in Phase 1 reopening Friday
A total of 28 Oregon counties, including Deschutes and Crook, have received state approval of Phase 1 business reopening plans, Gov. Kate Brown said…
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Oregon reports three more COVID-19 deaths, for total of 137; 67 new cases
COVID-19 has claimed three more lives in Oregon, raising the state’s death toll to 137, the Oregon Health Authority reported…
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Oregon Employment Dept. acknowledges tens of 1,000s are still waiting for benefits
Despite extensive efforts to ramp up and add staff, “tens of thousands” of Oregonians are still waiting for their unemployment benefits due to the…
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Deschutes, Crook counties among at least 18 approved for Phase 1 reopening Friday
Deschutes County announced Thursday morning that it’s been approved by Gov. Kate Brown to enter Phase 1 of reopening on Friday. Crook County also was…
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Ashland residents report bear issues; one hanging out in neighborhood killed
The city of Ashland is experiencing a high level of bear problems, leading to one frequent visitor being put down Wednesday in a high-density area.…
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Visually impaired Oregonians face voting challenges amid COVID-19
Oregon’s vote-by-mail system is earning praise during the coronavirus pandemic, but some Oregonians still will need help to get their vote…
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Central Oregon Locavore kicks off fundraiser for new freezers
Central Oregon Locavore in Bend is need of help from the community to raise money for new equipment.…
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Bend’s Cascade Lakes Brewing Co. remodels for reopening
When we’re able to dine inside at local restaurants again, you may recognize a changed environment at some of your favorite…
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Saving Grace adds new texting feature
Many victims are quarantined with their abusers, and a new texting service will make communication with Saving Grace…
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CARE Package launches first domestic aid initiative
The CARE organization, founded in 1945, has launched its first domestic aid initiative to help frontline workers during the COVID-19 pandemic. The…
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C.O. home care service offering free care
The price of at-home care can sometimes be too high for some, especially during these times. Touching Hearts at Home Central Oregon has found a way…
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Husband of La Pine day care operator arrested on abuse charge
A three-week investigation has led to the arrest of a La Pine man, accused of abusing a young girl at a day care operated by his wife, Deschutes…
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Witnesses, people of interest interviewed in Jefferson County death investigation
Several people of interest and witnesses are being interviewed, nearly a week after unidentified human remains were found at a property southwest of…
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Warm Springs officers helping students outside of school
More than 600 students and families in Warm Springs face a new reality, with schools closed due to the COVID-19 pandemic, according to Warm Springs…
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Redmond Airport uses slow time for construction
Fewer people are flying through the Redmond Airport these days, so it has been using this time to do some clean-up, painting and construction,…
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Deschutes County 4-H and FFA feel impacts of fair cancellation
Deschutes County 4-H and Future Farmers of America feel impacts of the cancellation of the Deschutes County Fair, which is the largest recognition…
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Redmond bias crimes suspect pleads not guilty
A Portland man accused of attempted murder and committing a bias crime against a Redmond motel owner pleaded not guilty to charges on…
Continue Reading Oregon reports four new COVID-19 deaths, first case of childhood disease linked to virus
The Oregon Health Authority reported four more COVID-19 deaths on Wednesday, raising the total to…
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Bright Wood lays off 211 at Redmond, Madras factories
One of Central Oregon’s largest manufacturers, Bright Wood Corp., has laid off more than 200 workers this spring amid a sharp downturn in customer…
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Bend Pet Parade, Deschutes County Fair canceled due to COVID-19
Two of the longest-running, most memorable constants of a Central Oregon summer — the Bend Pet Parade and the Deschutes County Fair — were canceled…
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