Jefferson County Fire District No. 1 closes open burning; burn barrels need permit
With the region expected to see hot and dry conditions through summer, Jefferson County Fire District No. 1 has closed open burning as of Tuesday.…
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NeighborImpact’s Head Start, Early Head Start Book Drive aims to build literacy-rich homes
The NeighborImpact Head Start and Early Head Start Book Drive kicked off Tuesday at Roundabout Books in Bend’s NorthWest Crossing. After a successful…
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DCSO sets community free shred event, drug take-back disposal
The Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office is again hosting a community free shred event and drug disposal. This event will take place on Saturday, June…
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US Bureau of Reclamation funds CO Irrigation District water conservation pilot project
The federal Bureau of Reclamation said Tuesday it is allocating $219,496 for two water conservation pilot projects in Central Oregon and the Hood…
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Bend-La Pine Schools celebrate graduating Class of 2021
Starting this week, Bend-La Pine Schools celebrate the graduations of more than 1,200 seniors from the district’s seven high…
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Oregon FBI’s Tech Tuesday: A digital defense against unwanted apps
This week, the Oregon FBI’s Tech Tuesday segment focuses on building a digital defense against unwanted…
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Two finalists named for new Sky View Middle School principal
Students, staff and community members are invited to meet two finalists for the principal position at Sky View Middle School during a virtual forum…
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Latino Community Association attracts a crowd for vaccinations
With live mariachi music and free tacos, the Latino Community Association turned its vaccination clinic in Redmond on Sunday into a festive occasion…
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On live Whychus Creek golden eagle nest cam, you can watch parents, eaglet
You can watch golden eagle parents Petra and Rocky and their eaglet Piper on this webcam, a project of the East Cascades Audubon Society. Want to…
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Mosaic Medical’s ‘Reach Out and Read’ program receives $5,000 grant
Mosaic Medical, a nonprofit community health center with 15 clinics across Central Oregon, has been awarded $5,000 from First Interstate Bank. The…
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Deschutes County road construction update: Week of May 30-June 5
– Here is Deschutes County’s road construction update for the week of May 30-June…
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Planned Redmond road closures and delays update: May 30-June 12
Here is the city of Redmond’s planned road closures and delays update for May 30-June…
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City of Bend road and traffic report: Week of May 31-June 6
Here is the city of Bend’s road and traffic report for the week of May 31-June…
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Downtown Bend Business Association installs flower baskets around area
Downtown Bend has been the heart of the community for over 100 years. Way back in 1903, local Bend families opened their shops, and the Bend…
Continue ReadingOHA warns: Be aware of cyanobacteria algae blooms this summer
As summer approaches, and more communities and recreational areas around the state begin reopening amid the COVID-19 outbreak, Oregon Health…
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Increased SNAP benefits to continue in June
Most Oregonians who receive Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits will receive emergency allotments in June. The federal…
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Pay It Forward: A big check for a La Pine preschool
Rising Stars Preschool nearly didn’t make it, due to the pandemic. But the community refused to let it go…
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City of Bend Beautification Program supports Pollinator Pathway Project
The City of Bend’s Beautification Program is seeking volunteers to help support the Pollinator Pathway Project, a new initiative that aims to…
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Bend Park and Rec District to hold hiring event next week
With summer right around the corner and increasing recreation operations due to improving pandemic conditions, the Bend Park and Recreation District…
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COCC, Deschutes County partner on free Redmond drive-thru COVID-19 testing events in June
Deschutes County Health Services is partnering with Central Oregon Community College and the Oregon Health Authority to offer free drive-thru…
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