‘I really enjoyed my time, with a few bumps’: Bend US Army vet reflects on service
Army Spc. Dani Shine absolutely had heroic and life-threatening moments while she served our country bravely in the Persian Gulf…
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Bend driver stopped, charged in DUII hit-and-run rear-end crash
A Bend woman who allegedly was driving while intoxicated rear-ended another vehicle on South Highway 97 and left the scene Wednesday evening before…
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U.S. Marine Corps celebrates 246th birthday with a ball at Bend Elks Lodge
Across the country, Nov. 11 marks the annual observance of Veterans Day, as Americans honor all those who served or are serving their country in the…
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Senior residents grateful for new affordable housing community in NE Bend
Kimberly Scott is a new tenant of Legacy Landing who said she’s beyond grateful for having a home to move in…
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Emergency housing solution for wildfire victims could end up helping Bend’s homeless
An emergency solution for displaced wildfire victims could become one of the long-term solutions for the homeless in…
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Fire destroys SW Bend home; cause found to be improper disposal of woodstove ashes
A fire that destroyed a southwest Bend home Wednesday morning while the residents were away was found to have been caused by improper disposal of…
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Investigators say fire in vacant SE Bend home used by ‘squatters’ was arson
A fire that destroyed a vacant southeast Bend home frequented by “squatters” and due to be torn down was heavily damaged in a fire Tuesday that…
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Summit boy’s soccer team to seek first 6A state crown in third straight championship contest
The undefeated Summit Storm boy’s soccer team just keeps winning — and holding their playoff foes scoreless.…
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Downtown Bend Business Association brings holiday cheer, new wreaths going on display
The Downtown Bend Business Association is a small nonprofit dedicated to increasing the vitality of Downtown Bend by enhancing the experience, image,…
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Rising number of Central Oregonians fed up with FedEx late deliveries
With the holiday season right around the corner, people are increasingly concerned about their FedEx…
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City of Bend seeking applicants to serve on new Core Area Advisory Board
The City of Bend is accepting applications for a new Core Area Advisory Board. Applications can be submitted online and are being accepted until 5…
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OSU-Cascades reports 2% enrollment rise, more full-time students on Bend campus
The number of students pursuing degrees in fall term at Oregon State University–Cascades increased 2% over the previous year, and students are…
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Bend Park and Rec considering older high school-aged hockey options; no rec league at present
The Pavilion in Bend hosts numerous hockey leagues in the winter months, except for one age group and competition level.…
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Summit keeps running ahead: Girls cross-country team wins 13th straight state crown
A dynasty continued this weekend at the OSAA State Cross-Country Championships in…
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Bend pediatricians: Demand for Pfizer vaccine for kids ages 5-11 higher than first supplies
Bend pediatricians say they are experiencing a higher demand for the newly available Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine for 5- to 11-year-olds than the initial…
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Bend-Redmond home sales slow as autumn arrives, but listings also fall; prices hold near records
The number of Bend and Redmond home sales dropped as fall arrived, which is fairly typical. But the number of active listings also declined, making…
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City of Bend seeks to fill 2 Planning Commission openings
The City of Bend is seeking applicants to fill two openings on the Bend Planning…
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C.O. children begin receiving first dose of COVID-19 vaccine
Saturday was a big day for 8-year-old Miles Peoples, who got his first dose of the COVID-19 vaccine at Central Oregon Pediatric Associates.…
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Paramotoring, a growing outdoor sport, brings noise issues for some Central Oregonians
Paramotoring, created from paragliding has become popular in Central…
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Knopp, fellow Oregon Senate Republican Caucus members sign ‘Education Freedom Pledge’
The Oregon Senate Republican Caucus said it “came together in unison to fight for Oregon’s students and parents” on Friday by signing…
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