Hundreds of bags of trash, weeds removed in 26th annual Deschutes River Cleanup
Volunteers spent Saturday removing hundreds of bags of weeds and litter from various spots along and in the Deschutes River in the 26th annual…
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Deschutes County has a blast at Knott Landfill
To make way for a new cell for trash at Knott Landfill in southeast Bend, Deschutes County Solid Waste has to blast some rock, and they did just that…
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Pet Pals: Three-legged kitty needs some love
Greyson was shot more than a dozen times with BBs and lost his leg, but he’s a sweet young cat who deserves a good life in a home. He’s waiting at…
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Merkley visits Three Sisters Irrigation District to celebrate completion of 25-year water efficiency project
(Update: Adding news release with details) Senator Jeff Merkley paid a visit Friday to the Three Sisters Irrigation District as it was celebrating…
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Candidates for governor debate on hot-button issues, hosted by Oregon Newspaper Publishers
Oregon’s three candidates for governor had their first debate Friday afternoon. They agreed on some issues, and clashed on others. Republican…
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Furry Friends: Say hello to Ozzie, a sweet indoor kitty
Ozzie came to Brightside Animal Center in Redmond after his Oregon family couldn’t bring him on a move. He’s a friendly long-haired cat with a…
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Sunrise Birthdays – Friday, July 29
Here are the Sunrise Birthdays for Friday, July 29. You can see more recent entries and submit an upcoming birthday to air…
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Save The Date: Our weekly look at what’s happening in C.O.
Great events are coming your way this weekend! Find these and more at our calendar at…
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Out & About: Thanks for the beautiful photos!
It’s always good to get “Out & About” in Central Oregon! Share your fine photos with us from the Share tab at…
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Big Ol’ Fish: A great week for anglers
Despite the heat, anglers did well in Central Oregon waters this week. Share your photos of great catches with us from the Share tab at…
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10 Barrel Brewing’s annual ‘Beer Wars’ returns Saturday
This year, participants in 10 Barrel Brewing’s Beer Wars also can judge and choose the best wings as well, in Wing…
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First Interstate Bank surprises The Giving Plate in Bend with a $25,000 donation
First Interstate Bank is giving $25,000 to 40 nonprofits in its ‘Believe in Local’ campaign, and on Thursday, The Giving Plate in Bend got the happy…
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26th annual Deschutes River Cleanup set for Saturday; there’s still time to sign up
The 26th annual Deschutes River Cleanup, put on by the Upper Deschutes Watershed Council and several partners, is set for Saturday, starting at 9…
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Sunrise Birthdays – Thursday, July 28
Here are the Sunrise Birthdays for Thursday, July 28. You can see more recent entries and submit an upcoming birthday to air…
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Tour de France Femmes: A new race with lots of fans in C.O.
A watch party is scheduled for 6-9 p.m. Thursday evening at Walt Reilly’s on Bend’s west side to see this inaugural, and some think, way overdue…
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Beat the heat: Some C.O. kids have it figured out
Hitting a water park or splash pad seems to work pretty…
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Show Us Your Garden: America’s favorite hobby is on display
Central Oregon gardeners don’t hold back! Keep sending in these gorgeous photos! Here’s the place to submit them – and see so many fine gardens!…
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2 new Bend businesses will treat pets and their human owners
A well-known coastal seafood restaurant, the Sea Crab House, is set to open on SW Century Drive, while a nationally known pet supplies store, Pet…
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American Legion team from Redmond is crowned state champs
The state champion American Legion team is comprised of players from Redmond, with one player hailing from Bend. They go on to national competition…
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C. Oregon A/C servicer and repair cos. on the run as demand jumps amid heat wave
Cascade Heating and Specialties is among the many High Desert businesses working double-time to keep homes cool amid the heat wave, with a big jump…
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