Gov. Brown appoints 2 ‘remarkable women’ to new Deschutes County judgeships
Gov. Kate Brown announced Friday the appointment of two judges to fill new positions on the Deschutes County Circuit Court that were created by the…
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New Deschutes River ‘water bank’ pilot program aims to ease shortages for junior irrigators
The Deschutes River Conservancy, in partnership with the Central Oregon Irrigation District and North Unit Irrigation District, announced Friday they…
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Deschutes County puts $7.8 million in ARPA funds into affordable housing projects
The Deschutes County Commission has approved American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) investments of $7.8 million to support affordable housing in Deschutes…
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Oregon lawmakers OK $1.5 million in emergency relief for small-scale farmers, ranchers
A statewide team of food and farm advocates, working through the Oregon Community Food System Network, said Friday it has secured $1.5 million in…
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Winter travel prep can mean new snow tires, but which ones are best for you?
A new winter season means its time to put on your snow tires or buy new ones, but with so many options, which type are best for you?…
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Physically disabled homeless in Bend feel overlooked with lack of resources
It’s not uncommon for some people to argue that homelessness is a choice – and for some, it is. But that’s not always the case.…
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Assistance League of Bend makes sure ‘no one is forgotten’ with 100s of Secret Santa gifts for seniors
Volunteers were busy moving gifts and loading cars Thursday morning, getting ready to deliver Christmas presents to 17 senior care facilities across…
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Schools in C.O., nationwide step up security in response to threats on TikTok
Educators across the country have announced plans to increase security and Bend-La Pine and Redmond schools told parents they have been in contact…
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Snowfall brings slick roads, crashes around High Desert, state; I-5 at Calif. border may reopen today
The first widespread snowstorm of the season for much of the Bend area and Deschutes County led to slick roads and crashes on Wednesday, one of which…
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C.O. airports to share $4.67 million from infrastructure bill; RDM plans terminal expansion
The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Aviation Administration said Thursday it will award an estimated $42.2 million to Oregon’s 51…
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Bend Fire Dept. may ask voters next year for new levy to add staff, maintain response times
(Update: Adding video, comments) Fire Chief Todd Riley tells city councilors community survey is planned early in new year BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Next…
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Financial support from Visit Bend launches Sustainable Tourism Lab at OSU-Cascades
Oregon State University–Cascades announced Wednesday it will establish a research laboratory to provide data and services to help tourism entities…
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Fundraiser in honor of missing Bend kayaker to raise money for Rwandan children
A fundraiser in honor of Alex Kollar, the Bend kayaker who went missing a few months ago, will take place this Friday, raising money for a cause…
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Two Portland men charged with murder in death of Bend man
Two Portland men have been indicted on murder charges in the death of a 34-year-old Bend man whose body was found beside a Gresham road in…
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Healing Reins’ equine-assisted learning helps first responders, veterans in new, free program
There are many ways methods to develop life coping skills, and horseback riding is one of…
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Realtor Cat Zwicker named Redmond’s new city councilor
The hunt for Redmond’s new city councilor is over.…
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Jefferson County 509J School Board approves starting dual language program
The Jefferson County 509J School Board voted unanimously Monday night to move forward with a dual language program. The district will work to…
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NeighborImpact ‘spends out’ last C.O. rental assistance funds as lawmakers OK new funding
Distribution of federal rental assistance was a key the topic in the Oregon Legislature’s special session on Monday. In the end, legislators voted…
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Bend wildlife rehab center set to release golden eagle into wild after nearly fatal lead poisoning
Think Wild said Tuesday it will release a female golden eagle back to the wild this weekend after suffering from nearly fatal lead poisoning, the…
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Gov. Brown seeks applicants for Crook County DA vacancy in wake of judicial appointment
Gov. Kate Brown announced Tuesday that she is inviting applications for the position of Crook County district attorney, to fill the vacancy caused by…
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