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Alcohol a Factor in Motorcycle Crash

Redmond, Ore. – A Bend man is in critical condition after crashing his motorcycle while trying to pass three National Guard Humvee’s on Highway 126 near Redmond Saturday night. Here’s the complete report from Redmond Police: On Saturday evening, April Read More

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DUII Emphasis Continues in Redmond

Redmond, Ore.- The Redmond Police Department conducted two enhanced DUII enforcement efforts in March. During these efforts, Redmond police put two additional officers on the road, funded by DUII grant funds. Two officers worked a total of eight (8) hours resulting in Read More

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Fire Destroys Horse Barn

Bend, Ore. – A horse barn was destroyed by fire Saturday. Bend Fire Department was dispatched to 18455 Couch Market Road at 1:10pm. A large column of smoke was visible for miles. The first arriving engine found an approximately 8,000 sq. ft. barn and riding arena Read More

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Smith Rock Hiker Rescued

Terrebonne, Ore. – A Salem man was rescued after breaking his ankle while hiking up Misery Ridge Trail at Smith Rock State Park Friday afternoon. Jerrid Williams, 30, of Salem, had slipped on the trail about two thirds of the way up. Eight county search and rescue Read More

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Judge Denies Spotted Frog Injunction

Bend, Ore. – Federal Judge Ann Aiken has ordered the Center for Biological Diversity, WaterWatch of Oregon, five Central Oregon Irrigation Districts, and the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation to meet to resolve their dispute over the Oregon spotted frog. According to a news Read More

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New Redmond High Principal Named

Redmond, Ore. – Paul Nolan has been selected as the next Principal of Redmond High School. Nolan will fill the position currently held by Tony Pupo, who has accepted the position of Director of Support Services for the district at the end of the school year. Read More