A new report dives into election official turnover during more than two decades. It says rates have increased steadily nationwide since 2000, with the highest level in 2022. Oregon has kept pace with the national average, increasing from 33% in 2004 to 39% in Read More
Oregon is participating in a federal food benefits program for children, called Summer EBT. Dollars from the program will go even farther to purchase produce, through the Double Up Food Bucks program. The Oregon Legislature approved the state’s participation in Read More
With the April tax deadline arriving next week, the Internal Revenue Service today reminded millions of last-minute tax filers that the agency has a variety of free tools and resources available on IRS.gov. From tax preparation, answers to tax law questions, refund Read More
Stroke Awareness Oregon is honored to present an uplifting evening with Country Music and Grammy Awards winner Randy Travis and his wife, Mary on Monday, May 13, 2024 at Westside Church in Bend. After Randy’s life-changing stroke in 2013, the couple will share their Read More
Students and staff of Central Oregon Community College (COCC) and Oregon State University-Cascades (OSU-Cascades) are taking to the runway in honor of Earth Day during the annual Clothing Connection Fashion Show, with more than 40 models in donated clothing and Read More
The May 21, 2024 Primary Election is underway, and the Deschutes County Elections Office is sharing some important information with voters as they prepare to exercise their right to vote. If you are an active registered voter in the county, you should expect to receive an Read More
Bend Firefighters responded at 12:44 am to 21910 Rickard Road. Initial reports were of a barn fire that was spreading to a nearby residence. On arrival, crews found an approximately 1,400 square foot shop/storage building fully involved in fire, with extension to nearby Read More
A husband and wife from Gilchrist were killed after the SUV they were in collided with a tree on Knott Road Friday. According to the Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office, Bobby J. Jones, 64, was driving a Dodge Durango that had driven off the road and into a tree near Read More
As the days grow longer and temperatures rise, the opportunity for outdoor adventure in Central Oregon begins to ramp up. But Central Oregon isn’t just for outdoor enthusiasts; it’s also a vibrant hub for cultural events, art lovers, and culinary buffs. No Read More
During National Volunteer Month in April, the American Red Cross asks donors to help protect the blood supply by making and keeping blood or platelet donation appointments in the weeks ahead. Donors of all blood types – especially type O blood donors and those giving Read More
