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Calibrate Your Sprinklers

Bend, Ore. – As sprinkler systems are turned back on for spring, it’s important for property owners to re-calibrate systems to make sure that sprinklers aren’t set to spray onto nearby streets and sidewalks. Chilly nighttime temperatures can quickly turn Read More

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Deschutes County Jobless Rate 4.7%

Bend, Ore. – Deschutes County’s jobless rate fell below 5% for the first time since 2007. Here’s the latest numbers from the State of Oregon Employment Department: Early spring hiring was strong in March, particularly in Deschutes County, which added Read More

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Redmond Man Arrested After Pursuit, Crash

Redmond, Ore. – A Redmond man was arrested after crashing his motorcycle during a pursuit early Wednesday. Here’s the details from the Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office: On 04/20/201 at approximately 12:34am a Deschutes County Deputy Sheriff attempted Read More

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Resort Worker Cited For Animal Abuse

Sunriver, Ore. – A maintenance worker at Sunriver’s Meadow Golf Course was cited for animal abuse and other charges after firing a pellet rifle at a family of geese, wounding one gosling and killing another. According to Sunriver Police Chief Marc Mills Read More