Jefferson County School Board appoints Regina Mitchell to fill board vacancy
The board of Jefferson County School District 509J voted Monday evening to appoint Regina Mitchell to fill a vacancy on the school board. She is…
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McKenzie Pass Highway reopens west of Sisters as Lookout Fire evacuation levels are reduced
ODOT reopened Oregon Highway 242, the McKenzie Highway, Tuesday morning following reductions in Lookout Fire evacuation levels. A 15-mile stretch…
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Madras man arrested, accused of threatening others with gun at Terrebonne Grange Hall after argument, fight
A Madras man was arrested after he got into an argument and fight at the Terrebonne Grange Hall and was told to leave late Saturday night, then got a…
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Summit High student, 17, arrested on charge of posting hoax bomb threat on social media timed to Sept. 11
A 17-year-old Summit High School student has been arrested on a felony first-degree disorderly conduct charge, accused of making a 9/11-timed bomb…
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City of Bend taking new steps to address hate speech and discrimination
The city of Bend’s Human Rights and Equity Commission addressed issues of hate speech and discrimination and steps they recommend to better address…
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Great Drake Park Duck Race offers family fun, raises more than $96,000 for Bend-area nonprofits
The Great Drake Park Duck Race returned Sunday for its 34th year, bringing out a big crowd on a warm September Sunday to help local nonprofits — and…
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Judge rules for Oregon State and Washington State, says departing Pac-12 schools can’t hold meeting
By RALPH D. RUSSO AP College Football Writer A judge granted a request by Oregon State and Washington State for a temporary restraining order on…
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Bend Park and Rec Board advances access design concepts for three riverfront parks, some on split votes
The Bend Park and Recreation District has moved a step forward with its design concepts to improve access at three of its riverfront parks: McKay,…
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Cascade Lakes Highway reopens with pilot car escort after closure for work on shaded fuel break
The Cascade Lakes Highway reopened Saturday with a pilot car escort between Elk and Lava lakes after a closure for several days so crews on the Petes…
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Oregon gas prices dipped just a bit last week, but are still higher than a month or a year ago
Average gasoline prices in Oregon have fallen 2.7 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $4.68/g Monday, according to GasBuddy’s survey of…
Continue ReadingSmucker is buying Twinkies maker Hostess for $5.6 billion
By Jordan Valinsky, CNN Business New York (CNN) — Hostess, the maker of Twinkies and Ho Hos, is being purchased by J.M. Smucker in a $5.6 billion…
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People walk for 2 causes in Bend, raise awareness, support, funds to end addiction, prevent suicides
Fall’s arrival on the High Desert brings a large number of weekend events, including walks that provide support and raise funds and awareness on…
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Oregon to receive $40 million from $1.3 billion national opioid settlement with grocery giant Kroger
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — Oregon Attorney General Ellen Rosenblum announced Saturday an agreement in principle with national grocery giant Kroger that…
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Gov. Kotek orders Oregon’s public flags lowered to half-staff in remembrance of 9/11 victims
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — Governor Tina Kotek on Saturday ordered all flags at Oregon public institutions to be flown at half-staff until sunset on…
Continue Reading OSU, WSU ask court to prevent departing Pac-12 schools from standing in way of rebuilding conference
By RALPH D. RUSSO AP College Football Writer Oregon State and Washington State on Friday filed a complaint in Washington state court against the…
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City of Bend invites community to celebrate inclusivity and belonging at 2023 Welcoming Week
Welcoming Week will take place Sept. 8-17 citywide, with events that celebrate inclusivity and belonging in…
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Sure, there was still a speech. But the city of Bend turned its ‘State of the City’ into a party in the park
For those who couldn’t make it, we have Mayor Melanie Kebler’s remarks BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Rather than some stuffy, all-business, reserved-seating…
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Rockn EZ Rescue Ranch in Madras embraces new Jefferson County shelter management role
There have been some big changes in operations of the Jefferson County animal…
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BLM seeks public input on plans for new parking lot, trails at ‘well-loved’ Cline Buttes Recreational Area
The Bureau of Land Management said Friday it’s seeking public input on the Cline Buttes Recreational Area Non-Motorized Project, plans for a new…
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COCC plans to expand area’s nursing education with new Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree
Central Oregon Community College has begun the process of developing the curriculum for a new degree: Bachelor of Science in…
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