Gov. Brown extends COVID-19 state of emergency 60 days, through Nov. 3
Oregon Gov. Kate Brown on Tuesday extended her declaration of a state of emergency regarding COVID-19 for another 60 days, until Nov.…
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State, partners launching suicide prevention, wellness program for school districts
The Oregon Health Authority, Oregon Department of Education, Lines for Life and local suicide prevention champions are collaborating to launch the…
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Green Ridge Fire 85% contained; full containment expected Tuesday
Firefighters continue to make steady progress on the Green Ridge Fire northeast of Camp Sherman, which was 85% contained by Tuesday, morning.…
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Like July, last month was all-dry in Bend — and second-warmest August on record
Bend had a second straight month with no measurable precipitation and warmer than average temperatures in August, the National Weather Service…
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Comments sought on Ochoco Irrigation District plans to pipe 10 miles of canals
Federal officials released a draft watershed plan and environmental assessment Tuesday on the Ochoco Irrigation District’s proposal to pipe more…
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Last gas: 100-plus pump-less miles on Hwy. 20 east of Bend test drivers’ prep
Stranded in the middle of an unfamiliar place, with no one in sight who can help: It’s not something most of us want to experience.…
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Oregon reports 1 new COVID-19 death, 162 cases — lowest daily count in over 2 months
COVID-19 has claimed another life in Oregon, raising the state’s death toll to 459, along with 162 new cases — the lowest daily count in over two…
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2 Portland-area sheriffs reject role in governor’s plan to curb Portland violence
Sheriffs from two counties in the suburbs of Portland on Monday emphatically rejected a plan by Gov. Kate Brown for their deputies to help patrol the…
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Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office seeing more daytime DUII cases
While DUII-related arrests have fallen from last July to this year, the Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office said Monday they have seen an uptick in…
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Gov. Brown names new Oregon State Police superintendent
Gov. Kate Brown announced Monday the appointment of Terri Davie as the next superintendent of the Oregon State Police, effective Nov. 1 and subject…
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Crews bring Green Ridge Fire to 75% containment
The more than 2-week-old Green Ridge Fire burning northeast of Camp Sherman is now 75% contained, officials said…
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Mental health calls rise, child abuse referrals fall in Deschutes County
Whether you have been laid off from work, are struggling to help your children with distance learning or simply trying to make sure there’s enough…
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Boys and Girls Clubs of Bend offering full-day programs this fall
The Boys and Girls Clubs of Bend will extend into a full-day child care program this fall with the help of Bend-La Pine…
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Crook County schools: Latest numbers confirm Sept. 8 return for K-3 students
Thanks to improving COVID-19 metrics, parents and teachers in the Crook County School District will be celebrating the return of students to the…
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Gov. Brown extends home, business foreclosures moratorium through Dec. 31
Gov. Kate Brown on Monday extended protections from foreclosure for Oregon homeowners and business owners through executive action, until Dec. 31.…
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Oregon GOP: Gov. Brown recall effort falls narrowly short of making ballot
The Oregon Republican Party released a statement Monday as the “Stop The Abuse – Recall Kate Brown” campaign announced that the number of…
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Wyden urges action on COVID-19 testing supply shortages in rural Oregon
Sen. Ron Wyden, D-Ore., called on the Trump administration Monday to mobilize the resources of the federal government to ensure health care…
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Prineville PD reports results of pedestrian, distracted driving enforcement effort
The Prineville Police Department on Monday released the results of a combined Pedestrian and Distracted Driving Enforcement Operation conducted last…
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Tickets go on sale for 2020 Bend Venture Conference; changes set for distancing
Economic Development for Central Oregon will host the 17th Annual Bend Venture Conference on Thursday and Friday, Oct. 15-16, both in-person and…
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Wildfire near Mapleton grows to 400 acres, prompts evacuations
Firefighters were continuing their fight Monday to slow the spread of a 400-acre wildfire on private forestland about a mile southeast of Mapleton in…
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