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Julianna LaFollette

Julianna earned her Masters in Journalism at NYU in 2024. She loves writing local stories about interesting people and events. When she’s not reporting, you can find her cooking, participating in outdoor activities or attempting to keep up with her 90 pound dog, Finn.

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Reed Market Overpass Project: Traffic Relief and Construction Impacts

A planned project to eliminate a railroad crossing on Reed Market Road will address congestion but cause significant traffic impacts during construction
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For years, Bend residents have called on the City of Bend to address a train crossing along a busy section of Reed Market Road, between SE 15th Street and Third Street. With several trains crossing each day, stopping anywhere between five minutes to upward of 20, the City of Bend is attempting to alleviate issues […]

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Republican Lawmakers Introduce Bill to Repeal Wildfire Hazard Maps

A new bill appears to address community calls for an appeal of the wildfire hazard maps
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Oregon House and Senate Republicans introduced legislation on March 18 that would repeal the state’s wildfire hazard map. The new piece of legislation is meant to address community frustrations around rising insurance costs and threats to property values.  The map, which came out of Senate Bill 762, classifies lots as low-, moderate- or high-hazard zones […]

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Local Heart of Oregon Corps Member Nationally Recognized

Recent corps graduate, Logan Nichol, was recognized as one of six Corps Members of the Year
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A  recent graduate of Heart of Oregon Corps, Logan Nichol, was recognized by the National Association of Service and Conservation Corps on March 13 as one of six Corps Members of the Year. Nichols was chosen among more than 22,000 individuals. The Corps Members of the Year award honors young members who exemplify leadership and […]

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Local Entities Clash on Bill Extending the Use of Tourism Dollars

HB 3556 would increase flexibility on the use of tourism funds
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A proposed bill in the Oregon Legislative Assembly would extend the ways in which local transient tax dollars can be used by cities and counties. The bill, which is opposed by destination management organizations, attempts to strike a balance between meeting the needs of the tourism industry while responding to the impact that tourists have on […]

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Mt. Bachelor Plans Northwest Express Lift Improvements

Proposed lift upgrades aim to improve lift performance and reliability
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Problems reported by numerous snow-riders over the course of the season may soon find their resolution. Mt. Bachelor’s Northwest Express lift is set to receive improvements that would modernize the lift. The proposed actions would enhance lift reliability, efficiency and performance through a series of upgrades. According to a scoping letter, published by the U.S. […]

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Local Legislators Address Health Care, Education, Wildfires and Other Concerns at Town Hall

Around 200 people attended a local Legislative Town Hall, largely focused on how the state is responding to federal decisions
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Central Oregonians packed the seats at Oregon State University-Cascades on a snowy Sunday to hear from local legislators about state efforts around health care, education, public safety, wildfire and more. The March 16 town hall included state Rep. Emerson Levy (D-OR53) and Rep. Jason Kropf (D-OR54), along with Sen. Anthony Broadman (D-OR27). Answering questions submitted […]

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OSU-Cascades Announces New Child Care Center

The Bend Campus will open a new center this summer and close its current child care program, Little Beavs
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A new child care center is currently under construction on the Oregon State University-Cascades campus, the college announced this week. The Little Kits Early Care and Education Center will serve infant children through preschool and is anticipated to open in August. The 7,200 square-foot building, on the southwest corner of the OSU–Cascades campus, will include classrooms […]

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Central Oregon Veterans Ranch Announces Leadership Changes

Administration adjustments at the nonprofit prompt a more focused approach to its mission
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Central Oregon Veterans Ranch, a local nonprofit serving veterans by creating connections and helping them find purpose, announced this month that it has finalized a leadership transition that it hopes will cultivate stability and maintain the organization’s mission. COVR is a 19-acre working ranch that allows veterans a safe space to heal and build camaraderie […]

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Local Officials Remain Engaged on Repeal of Wildfire Maps

Discussions around repealing the state wildfire hazard maps continue to move forward in Deschutes County and the state
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Nearly a month ago, discussions around repealing the state’s finalized wildfire hazard map started to gain momentum, with legislators calling for a repeal of the map, citing community frustrations. Today, the state legislature is working to find solutions that balance the need for fire mitigation strategies, while attempting to alleviate concerns from those in “high-hazard” […]

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Painting as Performance

Enjoy live painting and music from local artist Eli Be and friends at Lone Pine Coffee Roasters
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An exhibition at Lone Pine Coffee Roasters will feature live painting accompanied by live music, an innovative way to experience art and community. Local artist Eli Be will showcase her craft at the coffee shop alongside performances from a variety of musicians on Friday, March 14, from 5 to 8pm. According to Be, music and […]

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