Fire restrictions eased on ODF-protected lands in Central Oregon
Recent cooler temperatures, increased humidity and precipitation within the Oregon Department of Forestry’s Central Oregon District has reduced…
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Another cold front brings more favorable conditions for Oregon firefighters
The Oregon Department of Forestry said Friday it is still closely monitoring seven major fires in Oregon, down from 17 originally, as more favorable…
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California man killed in Hwy. 26 crash on Warm Springs Reservation
A California man was killed early Friday morning in a single-vehicle crash on U.S. Highway 26 on the Warm Springs Indian Reservation, Oregon State…
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Youth hold climate change protest in downtown Bend
Youth organizers met in downtown Bend Friday morning to bring awareness to the continued efforts to fight climate change.…
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Unwanted campaign signs pose a problem for SE Bend neighborhood
Some Southeast Bend residents yesterday found an unwanted object in their yards this week: campaign signs they didn’t put…
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Pair accused of construction-related fraud against Warm Springs tribes
Two men have been charged with construction-related fraud against the Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs, U.S. Attorney Billy J. Williams said…
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One arrest, 100s of plants seized in raid on Alfalfa illegal marijuana grow
Anonymous complaints and questions about the odor and legality of a marijuana grow operation in Alfalfa, east of Bend, led to a raid on the property…
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Redmond’s third urban renewal district, along S. Hwy. 97, nears final hurdle
The plan for Redmond’s third urban renewal district is approaching its final…
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State COVID-19 change could bring older Cook County students back to class Oct. 5
An unexpected move by the Oregon Department of Education could mean Crook County students in grades 4-12 will soon return to class, the school…
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Trump supporters, Black Lives Matter protesters stage dueling Bend rallies
What started out as a President Trump merchandise booth in front of Bend’s Third Street Safeway soon become a two-sided rally between Trump…
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Bend police chief removes blue line from patrol cars, citing divisive interpretation
Amid intense scrutiny of police across the country, the Bend Police Department is removing a “thin blue line” graphic from the side of its patrol…
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Warm Springs tribal police applaud congressional passage of ‘Savanna’s Act’
In Warm Springs, 58-year-old Tina Spino has been missing since July. Warm Springs Police Chief Bill Elliott told us what steps they take in such…
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St. Charles Health System plans to issue $100 million in bonds for upcoming projects
St. Charles Health System confirmed Wednesday it is preparing to issue $100 million in bonds to help fund future Bend and Redmond hospital expansion…
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Oregon fires update: Helped by rain, tested by wind, lines hold, containment nos. grow
Welcome rain, over an inch in places, helped firefighters battling the Lionshead Fire, the largest among several still burning across Oregon. But…
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Oregon’s breweries, wineries hit hardest by COVID-19 — and now wildfires
Many in Oregon’s hard-hit food and beverage industry believe a COVID-19 vaccine would be life-changing for the future of their industry and their…
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Portland VA: Email that sparked worry about mental health care was inaccurate
Mental health care for veterans plays an important role in their ability to cope with experiences during their time serving, but an email sent this…
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As Sisters grows, some long-time locals struggle to afford to stay
Sisters has long been known as a small, even quaint Western-style community in Central Oregon. A place for those seeking a small town and rural…
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Elk Lake Resort has been put up for sale; asking price $4.56 million
After taking over ownership of the Elk Lake Resort in 2013, owners Pat and Wendy Prive are ready to sell the 21-acre property located on the…
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Bend family explains why the white stripes by ADA parking spots are important
After experiencing multiple incidents with people unlawfully parking in ADA access aisles, a Bend family wanted to spread awareness about what the…
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Police called, no citations after scuffle at downtown Bend Breonna Taylor protest
Police were called to a Black Lives Matter protest rally in downtown Bend Wednesday after an argument led to a woman spraying a man with mace – in…
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