Bend ‘Longest Night’ vigil for 16 homeless C. Oregonians who have died this year
“The Longest Night” vigil was held in Bend Monday evening, to remember the 16 homeless Central Oregonians who have died this…
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One Class at a Time: Sisters MS students bring ‘Sisters Strong’ campaign to life
In this month’s “One Class at a Time” segment, Arielle Brumfield introduces us to Sisters Middle School student leaders who developed the “Sisters…
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Holiday Lights: A whole lotta lights on Lotno Drive
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Jake’s Diner in Bend holds ‘Tailgate Takeout’
Jake’s Diner in Bend held it’s first ‘Tailgate Takeout’ on Monday, an effort by owner Lyle Hicks to support the restaurant and help out veterans at…
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Redmond Airport seeing fewer holiday travelers
A parking expansion means there’s lots of space for a change at Roberts Field in Redmond, as the COVID-19 pandemic continues to sharply trim the…
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Tour guide says more C. Oregonians are exploring their own backyard
Dave Nissen of Wanderlust Tours in Bend says this year, he’s seen more locals wanting to get outside and check out the special places in their own…
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Holiday Lights: Show on Meadow Lane pulls out all the stops
There’s a whole lot to look at and enjoy when you view the big Christmas lights display at a home on Northeast Meadow Lane in Bend. Reminder:…
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Wreaths Across America Day observed at Bend cemetery
COVID-19 restrictions made for no official ceremony, but several volunteers placed wreaths on the graves of veterans at Deschutes Memorial Gardens in…
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Holiday Lights: Home on Daniel Duke Way dazzles
A variety of colorful lights brighten the view at a home on Bend’s Daniel Duke Way. Monday’s the deadline to enter our Holiday Lights Photo Contest,…
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La Pine Christmas baskets given out at drive-thru
More than 400 families signed up for meals from the Pine Christmas Basket Association, which handed them out on Saturday in drive-thru…
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Bend Park and Recreation holds first ever drive-thru food drive
The Park and Recreation District held a drive-thru food drive on Saturday, with drop-off locations at the Pavilion and the Bend Senior…
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Downtown Bend restaurant marks one-year anniversary
The co-owner of the Point Pub and Grill said Saturday there were times he wasn’t sure if he was going to stay in business, after opening just before…
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Mtn. View High School students hold charity drive-thru
Some students from Mountain View High School held a drive-thru donation drive on Saturday to benefit several Central Oregon…
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Holiday Lights: It’s not just homes that light up the season
Sure, many homeowners are showing some dazzling light displays, but other places are getting in on the fun, like Brookdale Bend, a senior living…
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Pet Pals: Cookie is one sweet kitty-cat
Meet Cookie, an adorable 4-month-old kitty looking for her new home at the Humane Society of Central…
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Bend ceremony held on eve of ‘Wreaths Across America’ Day
Seven memorial wreaths were placed Friday at the Bend Heroes Memorial in Brooks Park, to mark Saturday’s observance of Wreaths Across America Day,…
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‘Open Oregon Schools’ rally held in downtown Bend
Protesters gathered in downtown Bend on Friday afternoon, calling for the state to let schools reopen under COVID-19 safety…
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Furry Friends: Sancho is a sweet, energetic boy
Sancho is a 2-year-old blue heeler mix, a friendly, high-energy boy who loves to run and play catch, waiting for a new home at Redmond’s BrightSide…
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Holiday Lights: Wonderful sights on Imwalle Court
The lights at a home in northeast Bend on Imwalle Court can bring smiles. Be sure to enter our Holiday Lights Contest by next Monday, under the Play…
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Out & About: No matter the season, the scenery’s pleasin’
Not officially winter just yet, but feeling like it – a change of seasons brings more pleasing views of the High Desert from our friends, featured on…
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