Hugh Hartman Elementary Juntos Aprendemos program celebrates graduation for 26 preschoolers
At Hugh Hartman Elementary School, parents came with balloons and smiles — so proud of their young graduates.…
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Drivers wait for an hour at Reed Market Road crossing as train stops for ‘immediate mechanical inspection’
Drivers using Reed Market Road in southeast Bend were stuck for about an hour Wednesday morning when a BNSF Railway train stopped for a needed…
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Bend-La Pine Schools investigating why sex offender was let into High Desert MS office to use restroom
Bend-La Pine Schools are investigating why a 40-year-old Bend registered sex offender, wanted on a federal warrant, was allowed into the office area…
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Bend, Redmond median home prices decline a bit in May, as inventories edge upward
It’s not a dramatic turnaround, but Bend and Redmond’s home prices did something a bit unusual in May — they fell, the Beacon Appraisal Group…
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Bend Park and Rec accepts report on Whitewater Park teen surfer’s death, OKs planned changes, June 18 reopening
– A combination of low spring river levels, a tangled quick-release leash and small gaps between parts of the Bend Whitewater Park’s “surf wave”…
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Verizon says it’s fixed issue that left customers unable to call city of Bend offices; city offered alternatives
Anyone calling a City of Bend phone number from a phone with Verizon service could not get through Tuesday, city officials advised, as they offered…
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Texas school shooting sparks Bend firm’s support of victims, Sister nonprofit’s efforts to prevent more tragedies
It’s been two weeks since the tragic mass shooting at Robb Elementary School in Uvalde, Texas, leaving a community and many around the country…
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Bend’s US Hwy. 97 realignment gets $15 million boost; Sisters set to get another roundabout
A new roundabout in Sisters will help traffic flow smoother; a roundabout as part of U.S Highway 97 realignment north of Bend will do the same. …
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Redmond climbing guide dies after 1,500- to 2,500-foot fall on California’s Mount Shasta
A climbing guide from Redmond suffered fatal injuries in a fall while she was tethered to two other climbers Monday at Northern California’s Mount…
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Redmond man accused of murder in Cloverdale woman’s killing in court; DCSO seeks public’s help, info
Redmond resident Alexander Smith, 22, made his first court appearance Monday afternoon, with his lawyers waiving any formal reading of the…
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Sisters Rodeo returns after 2-year absence, featuring new additions
The Sisters Rodeo returns this week for its 83rd year, after a two-year pause due to…
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St. Charles Foundation to get $12.79 million in FEMA grants to cover COVID-19 response costs
WASHINGTON (KTVZ) — Sens. Ron Wyden and Jeff Merkley, D-Ore., announced Monday that the St. Charles Foundation will be receiving a total of $12.79…
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Bend police report ‘uptick’ in Bend Parkway speeding, dangerous driving, plan safety blitz
Bend Police said Monday they have seen a recent uptick in excessive speeds and dangerous driving on the Bend Parkway, and as a result will be…
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Family member of Redmond man charged in Cloverdale woman’s killing tells of struggle to get him help
As the community awaits more details about a Cloverdale woman’s killing, a family member of the 22-year-old Redmond man charged with murder in the…
Continue ReadingMore rain before warming up this week
Happy Sunday, Central Oregon! It was a rainy weekend, and the rain is sticking around as we head into the new workweek. We’re seeing scattered…
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Man arrested in early-morning shooting of woman at home in northern Bend
A 48-year-old Bend man was arrested early Sunday morning on assault and other charges in the shooting of a woman at a home on the north end of the…
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Two Olympians visit Bend Swim Club’s Swim-a-Thon, share their journey with young swimmers
At the Juniper Swim and Fitness Center, Bend Swim Club members were able to meet two Olympians Saturday morning. US Olympic athletes Allison Schmitt…
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The fun and food are back for the BBQ, Brews and Whiskey Festival
Saturday was Day 2 of the second annual BBQ, Brews and Whiskey Festival. The event takes place at the Deschutes County Fairgrounds in Redmond. People…
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People and vendors fill the streets for return of the NorthWest Crossing Farmers Market
The NorthWest Crossing Farmers Market in Bend is officially back for the summer season. Vendors lined the streets Saturday morning and there was…
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Runners, walkers went from Bend to Redmond and back again for the Bend Beer Chase
The Bend Beer Chase began Saturday morning outside of 10 Barrel on Bend’s Eastside. Many people showed up ready to participate, and people on the…
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