Redmond School District holds teacher orientation for 50 new hires ahead of school year
The Redmond School District is holding a two-day teacher orientation this week for new hires, two weeks ahead of the first day of school.…
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Redmond to add new RootedHomes housing community as part of group’s expansion project
RootedHomes says it will be expanding its affordable housing communities across Central Oregon, starting in Redmond. The new community will include…
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It was 20 years ago this week: President Bush paid a history-making visit to the High Desert
Twenty years ago this week, President George W. Bush paid a visit to Central Oregon – the first sitting president to do so – to promote his…
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Deschutes County meth, fentanyl trafficker sentenced to seven years in federal prison
A Deschutes County woman has been sentenced to seven years in federal prison for trafficking large quantities of methamphetamine and fentanyl to…
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Bend man killed in rollover crash of pickup on Cascade Lakes Highway
A 33-year-old Bend man was killed in the rollover crash of his pickup truck early Tuesday morning on the Cascade Lakes National Scenic Byway south of…
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It’s not going away: Oregon DEQ issues air quality advisory for Deschutes County ‘until further notice’
The Oregon Department of Environmental Quality issued an air quality advisory Tuesday “until further notice” for Deschutes, Jackson and Josephine…
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Central Oregon jobless rates hold fairly steady in July, after falling in recent months
After several months of declines, seasonally adjusted unemployment rates across Central Oregon saw little to no change in July, with marginal…
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Redmond 18-year-old pleads not guilty to murder in drive-by shooting; father also charged
An 18-year-old Redmond resident who along with his father is charged with murder in the June 26 drive-by fatal shooting of Esaui “Sy” Mutchler,…
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Labor Day weekend travel on the rise this year, AAA says; Bend top regional destination
If you’re traveling for the Labor Day holiday weekend, expect lots of company. AAA booking data for flights, hotels, rental cars and cruises shows…
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‘Very unhealthy’: Oregon DEQ issues new air quality advisory for smoky High Desert, lasting through Tuesday PM
The Oregon Department of Environmental Quality and Lane Regional Air Protection Agency issued an air quality advisory Sunday for Central Oregon and…
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C.O.’s smoky skies and poor air quality are prompting people to find indoor activities, from climbing to jumping
Recent wildfires in Oregon are causing the air to be moderate to even very unhealthy in certain areas. There have been a number of fires, from the…
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Flood watches issued for areas of Central, Eastern Oregon as Tropical Storm Hilary’s remnants bring threat of landslides
The National Weather Service has issued flood watches for portions of Central and Eastern Oregon as the remnants of now-Tropical Storm Hilary surge…
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‘A sense of peace’: Arrests in Redmond man’s fatal shooting bring some relief to victim’s family, friends
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A Bend murder suspect and his brother were arrested late Friday night in Tennessee, ending a nationwide manhunt and bringing…
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Police arrest Redmond man in ‘road rage’ incident caught on camera
A Redmond man was arrested and jailed Thursday following a “road rage” incident in northwest Redmond in which witnesses provided photo and video…
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ODOT closes 15-mile stretch of state Hwy. 242, the McKenzie Highway, west of Sisters due to Lookout Fire
ODOT closed a 15-mile stretch of Highway 242, the McKenzie Pass Highway, west of Sisters late Friday afternoon due to fire activity and conditions…
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Oregon DEQ issues air quality advisory for Deschutes, Crook counties; Noah Kahan cancels Saturday Bend concert
The Oregon Department of Environmental Quality and Lane Regional Air Protection Agency issued an air quality advisory Friday for Jackson, southern…
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Sign up, and update: Deschutes Alerts provides vital evacuation, other info in case of wildfires, other emergencies
At the peak of wildfire season, it’s more important than ever to stay informed. In the event of a fire or other emergency, there’s a way to be…
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How much is too much? ‘Tipping fatigue’ affecting both C.O. customers and workers
Tipping culture around the country has been scrutinized by many. Some feel that asking for a tip is too much, and others feel we’re not tipping…
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‘26,000 may be affected’: St. Charles’ possible Medicare Advantage withdrawal prompts questions, concerns
Citing concerns related to patient care, access and affordability, St. Charles Health System says it may withdraw its participation in all Medicare…
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Is ‘Greater Idaho’ movement stalled at the county level? Group shifting its focus to state lawmakers
The Jefferson County Commission met this week for its required (by voters) semi-annual meeting to discuss the Greater Idaho movement. The effort to…
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