Oregon agencies partner to analyze post-fire flooding, erosion threats
Oregon state agencies, federal and local partners have formed a multi-agency team to analyze potential post-fire flooding and erosion threats on and…
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ODFW voices alarm about recent ‘frenzy’ of wildlife poaching in Lane County
A decapitated black bear joins a growing list of animals from a frenzy of poaching in Lane County in recent weeks, the Oregon Department of Fish and…
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Watch live: Launch of NASA’s SpaceX to International Space Station
Watch live coverage of the SpaceX Crew-1 launch as four astronauts head to the International Space Station. The Crew Dragon is scheduled to take off…
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NE Bend church offers cold-weather shelter until Nov. 23 opening of winter facility
A northeast Bend church has stepped in to serve as a temporary cold-weather shelter for the homeless and those in need until an official winter…
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Oregon reports 2 more COVID-19 deaths, 868 new cases
COVID-19 has claimed two more lives in Oregon, raising the state’s death toll to 761, along with 868 new cases, the Oregon Health Authority…
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New COVID-19 restrictions on dining, gyms in Washington
Washington Gov. Jay Inslee announced on Sunday new restrictions on businesses and social gatherings for the next four weeks as the state continues to…
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NW youth to explore agriculture through virtual reality, online activities
In the age of COVID-19, middle and high school students in Oregon and Washington will be able to explore agriculture through immersive experiences,…
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OSU adapts COVID-19 testing of students and employees as holidays near
TRACE OSU, Oregon State University’s weekly COVID-19 prevalence testing of students and employees, is adjusting to serve thousands of OSU students…
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Oregon reports nearly 1,100 new COVID-19 cases, 6 more deaths
COVID-19 has claimed six more lives in Oregon, raising the state’s death toll to 759, along with 1,097 new cases — the third straight day the…
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Estacada man injured in pickup-trailer crash on icy George Millican Road
An 82-year-old Estacada man was injured and taken to St. Charles Prineville Friday night after losing control of his pickup truck towing a camp…
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Bend police K-9 bites man with knife who officers say refused to follow commands
A Bend man who displayed a knife while disputing his bill at a medical marijuana dispensary Friday evening later refused to follow officers’ commands…
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Deschutes Land Trust recognizes outstanding volunteers
The Deschutes Land Trust recently recognized a group of Central Oregonians for their outstanding contribution to the region. Jim and Sue Anderson…
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On split vote, ODFW denies petition to consider halt to beaver trapping
After hearing testimony from about 30 people, the Oregon Fish and Wildlife Commission denied a petition on a 3-3 tie vote Friday that would have…
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Bend Chamber seeks submissions for ‘SAGE: Stories of Resilience’
For 30 years, the Bend business community has come together to celebrate and honor the achievements and collaborative spirit of our region’s…
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Bend PD: Drunk driver, accused of backing into police car, faces charges
A 34-year-old Bend man faces drunk driving and other charges after officers said he was pulled over Friday afternoon, backed into a Bend police car…
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Bend Park and Rec to close facilities, cancel recreation programs during freeze
The executive order issued Friday by Gov. Kate Brown includes a two-week freeze that will impact Bend Park and Recreation District programs and…
Continue Reading Hospitals back, business group critical of new COVID-19 rules; grocers say don’t panic
Here are statements from the Oregon Association of Hospitals and Health Systems, National Federation of Independent Business-Oregon and Northwest…
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‘Total gut punch’: C.O. businesses react to Gov. Brown’s COVID-19 freeze
Empty tables and stacked chairs will be even more the norm at Central Oregon restaurants, starting next…
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State Employment Dept. preps for surge in jobless claims due to 2-week freeze
The Oregon Employment Department said Friday it is preparing for an increase in unemployment claims following Gov Kate Brown’s statewide Two-Week…
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COCC, other community colleges see fall enrollment decline amid COVID-19
New data released Friday by the Higher Education Coordinating Commission shows that statewide enrollment has declined across Oregon public…
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