Drought improves water quality, but just in the short term
Lower nitrate levels in Lake Billy Chinook came from lower water levels, due to this year’s severe drought, but the Deschutes River Alliance says the…
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Holiday Lights returns for 2021 – and so does our Sweepstakes
We kick off our annual feature with a dazzling home in La Pine. Post a photo of your own special display to take part in our Holiday Lights Photo…
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Salvation Army in Bend pushes to make yearly ‘Red Kettle’ goal, help those in need
The agency in Bend is well short of its goal for 2021, and is serving triple the number of families this year. To donate, visit…
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High school bowlers practice in Bend for upcoming tournament
Bend Senior High, Caldera and Summit high school students prepared Sunday at Lava Lanes for an upcoming bowling tournament, next month at the same…
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La Pine resident gives neighbors welcome snowblower assist
La Pine resident Leta Johnson shared this video of her husband David’s snowblower outing with their dog Dallas to clear Sunday’s snowy sidewalks on…
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Cafe des Chutes opens in former Sparrow Bakery spot
After months of preparation, Cafe des Chutes has just opened in the former original Sparrow Bakery…
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Craft-O holiday bazaar returns with dozens of vendors
More than 75 vendors are taking part in this weekend’s Craft-O Holiday Bazaar in the Old Ironworks District off Scott Street in southeast…
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New wine lounge to debut in downtown Bend
Based in Dayton, Oregon, Domaine Serene is opening at the corner of Bond and Minnesota on…
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Pet Pals: Pearl’s a really sweet girl
Pearl is a 3-month-old mixed-breed sweetheart waiting for a new home at the Humane Society of Central…
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Holiday Lights Paddle Parade returns to the Deschutes River in Bend
Another special holiday sight returned to the Deschutes River in Bend Friday evening — the Holiday Lights Paddle Parade, put on by Tumalo Creek…
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Big Brother Big Sisters of Central Oregon seeks more Redmond mentors
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Oregon, a 21 Cares for Kids partner, is seeking adult mentors for 13 youth in…
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Furry Friends: Cindy and Phil are a bonded pair of tabby cats
Siblings Cindy and Phil are a fine pair of 4- to 5-month-old gray tabby cats with two distinct personalities, waiting together at Redmond’s…
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Sunrise Birthdays – Friday, December 10
Here are the Sunrise Birthdays for Friday, Dec. 10. You can see more recent entries and submit an upcoming birthday to air at:…
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KIDS Center seeks gift card donations
The KIDS Center in Bend is seeking gift card donations for families in…
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Redmond student earns Marine Corps NROTC scholarship
Tait Leeper had a happy surprise Thursday as the senior at Redmond’s Central Christian School received a Marine Corps NROTC scholarship worth…
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Sports cards, memorabilia, collectibles store set to open at Bend Factory Stores
Hoody’s Collectibles of Beaverton is set to open a sports trading cards, memorabilia and consignment store soon in the Bend Factory Stores outlet…
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Big Ol’ Fish: Just one, but it’s a whopper
Don’t let the change of seasons keep you from angling! Send in this fish pics. We love…
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Out & About: Fun with the warm temps
Many, many great pictures came in this…
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Sunrise Birthdays – Thursday, Dec. 9
Here are the Sunrise Birthdays for Thursday, Dec. 9. You can see more recent entries and submit an upcoming birthday to air at:…
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LAX airport crowd cheers Pearl Harbor survivor Dick Higgins on way home to Bend
Dick Higgins, the 100-year-old Bend resident and Pearl Harbor survivor who just attended the 80th commemoration of the “Day of Infamy,” is still…
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