Bend’s Reptile Zone owner cited, may be fined for not wearing mask
The owner of The Reptile Zone in Bend claims he has a medical condition that allows him to not wear masks, although he is still facing a city fine of…
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Juniper Swim Center indoor pool to close for major upgrades
Some big changes and upgrades are coming in 2021 to the indoor pool at the Juniper Swim and Fitness…
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ODOT outlines de-icer use conditions
ODOT Region 4 spokesman Peter Murphy talked with us about how the agency decides where and when to use…
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Redmond theater owner feels the squeeze
COVID-19 has dealt small movie theaters like Redmond’s Odem Theater Pub a major blow, but now that big movies are debuting on streaming services,…
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Recent graffiti vandalism at Boyd Cave
A family visiting Boyd Cave on the Deschutes National Forest over the weekend encountered a large amount of…
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NW Bend restaurant victim of theft
Taco Salsa says it had over $1,000 worth of equipment stolen on Christmas…
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Bend kids talk Christmas gifts
Children young and old talk about the gifts they got for Christmas this…
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Sunriver businesses report welcome Christmas sales rise
Businesses in Sunriver say they saw an increase in sales this…
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Sunriver Nature Center sees local interest in family walks
Amid health experts urging outdoor gatherings, the Sunriver Nature Center reports strong local interest in its nature walks over the…
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Bend restaurant owner recalls holiday reindeer visit
Pho Viet owner claims a reindeer once strolled by his restaurant on Christmas…
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Bend roundabouts art adds holiday outfits
Several roundabout statues in Bend added Christmas and holiday…
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Ski shop owner: Locals make up for fewer tourists
Powder House Ski and Snowboard shop says this year’s Christmas Day skiers were mostly locals, and fewer visiting…
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Pet Pals: Jasper would love a new home for the holidays
Jasper is an adorable 2 1/2-year-old herding breed mixed pup, waiting for a new home at the Humane Society of Central…
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Holiday Lights: Here’s our winner, and one more!
Bill Irvine won our Holiday Lights Photo Contest with his display on NW 18th Street in Terrebonne (not Bend, whoops – sorry!) plus we have one more…
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Out & About: Mighty fine sights
Another week of special images shared with us, that we get to share with you in our Out & About segment. Feel free to submit yours from the Share…
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Big Ol’ Fish: Fine trout and steelhead
A pair of fine catches are shared in this week’s edition of Big Ol’ Fish. You can be a part, just send your photo to us from the Share tab at…
Continue ReadingCongratulations to our Big Holiday Giveaway winners!
Our Big Holiday Giveaway contest was a big success, with more than 10,000 entries! Here’s the list of winners – congratulations, thanks to all who…
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Holiday Lights: Beautiful display on Sarah Drive in SE Bend
Thanks for sharing your beautiful homes with…
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Deschutes County hands out business assistance checks
Deschutes County officials handed out business assistance checks on Wednesday, but said they wished they had more help to…
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Holiday Lights: Jingle all the way on NE Yellowstone Lane
Making spirits bright in northeast…
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