Out & About: The beauty of Central Oregon in winter
Lots of folks were “walkin’ in a winter wonderland” this…
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Big Ol’ Fish: Beautiful catches this week
Some went a long way to get their…
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New youth environmental action group begins in Bend
The Green Leadership Coalition is a new program for high school students wanting to get involved with sustainability and environmental efforts in…
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Bend man works to develop backpacking loop around the country
Bend resident Rue McKenrick is working to develop a new, 12,000-mile backpacking loop around the country called the American Perimeter Trail. His…
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Bend firefighters douse dumped, burning load of trash
A garbage truck’s load caught fire Thursday morning and the driver dropped it into an empty lot on NW Hill Street, where Bend firefighters quickly…
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Sunrise Birthdays – Thursday, Jan. 6
Here are the Sunrise Birthdays for Thursday, Jan. 6. You can see more recent entries and submit an upcoming birthday to air at:…
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C.O. snowmen galore — and a snow Snoopy, too
We asked for your snowman photos this wintry week, and you came through – thanks! Send your winter photos to us from the Share tab at…
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Redmond police investigating restaurant burglary
Redmond police said Wednesday they are still actively investigating a Dec. 20 burglary at the Country Nook Cafe’ on NW Fifth Street, where the glass…
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Increased demand seen for NeighborImpact’s energy bill assistance
Demand is up for NeighborImpact’s energy bill assistance program this winter. The nonprofit says it’s noticed more first-time program participants…
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Sunrise Birthdays – Wednesday, Jan. 5
Here are the Sunrise Birthdays for Wednesday, Jan. 5. You can see more recent entries and submit an upcoming birthday to air at:…
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Deschutes County COVID-19 case rate leads state
A Deschutes County health official sees a positive side to the county leading the state in COVID-19 case rates per 100,000 people in recent days –…
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River freezes over in some areas in downtown Bend – but beware thin ice
The cold weather has led to the Deschutes River (Mirror Pond) freezing over in some areas in downtown Bend, but it’s not safe to skate, walk or…
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Feeling stressed? Build a snowman
That’s what some Bend medical workers at the Summit East drive-thru COVID-19 testing site…
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Oregon road closures linger after heavy, wet snow
The wet, heavy snow that fell over much of Oregon, especially higher elevations, means lingering road closures, including major routes like Highways…
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Sunrise Birthdays – Tuesday, Jan. 4
Here are the Sunrise Birthdays for Tuesday, Jan. 4. You can see more recent entries and submit an upcoming birthday to air at:…
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Snow brings slick roads, but it’s great for snowmen at Drake Park
Those who like wintry weather got out and enjoyed it…
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Efforts to thaw or keep pipes from freezing lead to several C.O. fires
Bend Fire and Rescue has some important tips before trying to thaw your frozen…
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Central Oregon shelters play key role amid snow, frigid temperatures
Shepherd’s House Ministries recently opened an emergency warming shelter Tuesday in a former Redmond church. The Homeless Leadership Coalition…
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C. Oregon Scouts BSA busy recycling Christmas trees as fundraiser
Central Oregon Scouts BSA have wrapped up the first of their two weekends of a Christmas tree recycling fundraiser. More information…
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C.O. nonprofit Bucking for Hope holds New Year’s Bulls and Broncs fundraiser
The Bucking for Hope nonprofit had a big turnout for their New Year’s Bulls and Broncs fundraising event.The bull-riding action took place at…
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