What the state’s new COVID-19 metrics mean for C.O. schools
Despite two straight days of record COVID-19 case numbers, Gov. Kate Brown and other state officials on Friday unveiled new, more flexible guidelines…
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Central Oregon tow truck drivers deal with close calls on the highways
A local tow truck driver has a message for other drivers: “Move…
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United Way of C.O. distributes $500K in Bend CARES Act funding
In late July, the City of Bend allocated $500,000 to United Way of Central Oregon to assist vulnerable populations in the Bend community. The funding…
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City of Bend road and traffic report: Week of Nov. 2-8
Here is the city of Bend’s road and traffic report for the week of Nov.…
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Search ends in tragedy: Bend climber’s body found in crevasse on Mount Hood
An air and ground search of Mount Hood for a missing, experienced climber and wilderness guide from Bend ended tragically Thursday when Austin…
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DA Hummel charges 7 people in Pilot Butte melee; declines to charge 8 others
Deschutes County District Attorney John Hummel announced Thursday that he is filing criminal charges against seven people for their actions during a…
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City of Bend, Shepherd’s House announce warming shelter location
As the chilly evenings and nights roll in, the city of Bend and the Shepherd’s House have finalized the location for Bend’s new warming…
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DA Hummel set to announce charging decisions in Pilot Butte melee, later protest
Deschutes County District Attorney John Hummel plans to announce Thursday morning his charging decisions in an Oct. 3 melee at Pilot Butte…
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Search underway for Bend man missing since crash on Hwy. 62 in Southern Oregon
A search is underway, and Oregon State Police troopers are seeking the public’s help in finding a 33-year-old Bend man believed to have been…
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Bend VA Clinic renamed in honor of Medal of Honor recipient Bob Maxwell
Two weeks ago, President Donald Trump signed legislation to change the name of Bend’s VA clinic to the Robert D. Maxwell VA Clinic, in honor of the…
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Trick-or-treat alternatives planned around Central Oregon
While many children won’t be going from door-to-door this year, due to COVID-19 guidelines, there are some alternative events offering candy and…
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Cascade Lakes Highway about to get new cyclist warning systems
The Cascade Lakes Highway is getting a few safety upgrades over the next several weeks.…
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City of Bend road and traffic report: Week of Oct. 26-Nov. 1
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Here’s the city of Bend’s road and traffic report for the week of Oct. 26-Nov. 1. NE 8th Street between NE Bennington Way…
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City of Bend outlines winter street plowing, sanding plans
Winter is on the way, and everyone is getting ready. The city of Bend on Friday outlined its plan for maintaining streets, and offered a winter tips…
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COCC plans ‘cautious approach’ for winter term; a few more in-person classes
Central Oregon Community College presented its plans for the winter 2021 term at its monthly board of directors meeting Thursday, with few changes to…
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City of Bend hosts online open house on Southeast Area Plan
The city of Bend will be hosting an online open house from now through Nov. 12 for community members interested in learning about the Southeast Area…
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Deschutes Brewery, industry oppose proposed tax hikes on beer, wine and cider
The Oregon Health Authority has proposed to lawmakers increased taxes on beer, wine and ciders, as well as cigarettes, in its new budget.…
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City of Bend planning new solutions for Juniper Ridge homeless campers
The City of Bend is once again tackling the issue of homeless campers on the city’s Juniper Ridge…
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City of Bend considers homeless transitional campsite at Juniper Ridge
The Bend City Council met Wednesday night to discuss some major issues facing the city’s infrastructure.…
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Weather emergency declared to boost shelter capacity in Bend
The city of Bend has approved a weather emergency declaration, effective Tuesday, Oct.…
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