Rock Creek, Quinn River day-use areas to close for hazard tree mitigation
The Bend-Fort Rock Ranger District plans to close Quinn River Day Use Area and Boat Ramp on Wednesday to provide for public safety during hazard tree…
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Deschutes County residents can now apply for, renew dog licenses online
Deschutes County residents can now apply for new dog licenses and renew dog licenses online.…
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Oregon FBI’s Tech Tuesday: Digital defense against dating scams targeting LGBTQ+ community
This week, the Oregon FBI’s Tech Tuesday segment focuses on building a digital defense against dating scams targeting the LGBTQ+…
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Latino Community Assn. issues statement on fatal shooting of Barry Washington Jr.
The Latino Community Association issued a statement Monday, joining the call for justice in the fatal shooting of Barry Washington…
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Deschutes County seeks Big Chainring Award nominees
Do you know someone who helps enhance Deschutes County communities by improving bicycling and walking conditions or by encouraging people to commute…
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Unique opportunity for Sisters homeownership accepting applications
The non-profit, First Story, is once again providing a hand-up to homeownership to Sisters residents through a unique partnership with Hayden Homes…
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OSU virtual Science Pub talk to focus on using ‘Star Trek’ to make the world a better place
The Oregon State University Science Pub on Monday, Oct. 11 will focus on how science fiction like Star Trek movies and television programs may…
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City of Redmond to host third free PPE drive-up distribution for small businesses
On Monday, Oct. 11, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., the City of Redmond will host its third free PPE drive-up and pick-up event at City Hall, 411 SW…
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Pedestrian Safety Month: ODOT urges you to look out for pedestrians as days grow shorter, foggier
October is Pedestrian Safety Month — a great time to brush up on the basics of keeping everyone safer on our roads, whether you’re commuting to…
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OSU-Cascades to host drive-thru, walk-up clinics for flu shots, COVID-19 vaccinations
Oregon State University–Cascades will host free flu shot and COVID-19 vaccination clinics for faculty, staff, students and Central Oregon community…
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Preventing suicide: Oregon communities promote hope, help and healing across state
September was Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, but the work around Oregon to prevent suicide continues, even as the state has not seen an…
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Gov. Brown orders public flags to half-staff Sunday to honor fallen firefighters
Gov. Kate Brown has ordered all flags at Oregon public institutions to be flown at half-staff from sunrise to sunset on Sunday, in recognition of…
Continue ReadingStatewide health care virtual job fair set for next Wednesday
In response to Oregon’s urgent statewide need to fill health care positions, the Oregon Employment Department and WorkSource Oregon are hosting a…
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Redmond Fire & Rescue opens outdoor burning season, urges to check burning status
Redmond Fire & Rescue has opened outdoor burning within the fire district as of…
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State Parks seeks public comment on higher out-of-state RV fees, other rule changes
The Oregon Parks and Recreation Department is requesting public comment on three proposed amendments to the Oregon Administrative Rules that govern…
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Deschutes County road construction update: Week of Oct. 3-9
Here is Deschutes County’s road construction update for the week of Oct.…
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City of Bend road and traffic report: Week of Oct. 4-10
Here is the city of Bend’s road and traffic report for the week of Oct.…
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Bentz says his staff has worked on 1,100 cases for constituents since taking office
WASHINGTON (KTVZ) — Rep. Cliff Bentz (R-Ontario) announced Thursday that his congressional staff have worked more than 1,100 cases on behalf of…
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One Class at a Time: Bend Park & Rec’s KIDS Inc. brings fun with a purpose after-school
Bend Parks and Rec’s KIDS Inc. after-school program serves more than 1,000 students across 14 schools, and is this month’s One Class at a Time $500…
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ODFW: Youth get more time to complete hunter education while still hunting this fall
As fall hunting seasons kick off, youth hunters will have more time to complete mandatory hunter education training while still being able to hunt…
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