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The Deschutes National Forest is reducing wildfire risk on National Forest System lands near Two Rivers North community approximately two miles west of State Highway 58 through the Two Rivers Hazardous Fuels Reduction Project. Work may begin as soon as Monday, July 13. The project aims to reduce wildfire risk to nearby communities and provide […]

 Housing Works and Cascade Management are excited to announce the upcoming opening of Nine Peaks, a newly constructed, affordable multifamily apartment community that brings high-quality, modern housing to Bend, Oregon. Nine Peaks offers spacious one-, two-, and three-bedroom apartment homes thoughtfully designed for comfort, convenience, and everyday living. Ideally located near shopping, medical facilities, schools, and […]

The Cooley Sewer Improvements Project will begin construction on Monday, July 13 between Ranch Village Drive and NE 18th Street. During this project, expect lane closures and delays with flagging, but traffic will remain open in both directions. Project completion is anticipated in the fall. The work will take place from 7 a.m. to 6:30 […]

The Deschutes National Forest opened the gate at Todd Lake to Forest Service Road (FSR) 370 on July 8. Forest Service Road 370 provides driving access to the Broken Top and Crater Ditch Trailheads. Forest Service Road 370 is a very rough road with sections through which low-clearance vehicles cannot travel. The Forest Service does […]

A $3.2 million Oregon’s Game Megabucks ticket sold by a Prineville store earned the family-owned business a $32,000 bonus.  R & R Grocery and Sporting Goods at 940 SE Combs Road in Prineville sold the winning ticket in the June 6, 2026 drawing. The prize winner is from Prineville and wanted to remain anonymous. Store owners Debi […]

Oregon Adaptive Sports (OAS) continues to expand opportunities for veterans with disabilities through adaptive outdoor recreation, offering year-round programs that build skills, foster community, and increase access to the outdoors. The organization’s Service to Summit program includes adaptive skiing, snowboarding, mountain biking, gravel cycling, and other outdoor recreation opportunities designed specifically for veterans and members […]

As the celebration of America’s 250th birthday fades into the background and more people begin floating down the Deschutes each afternoon, one thing is certain — we’ve officially reached the halfway point of 2026. That also means it’s time to see what the first six months of Bend’s real estate market have revealed. After a […]

Deschutes County Solid Waste will host a household hazardous waste and fireworks collection event on Sunday, July 12, 2026, at the Negus Transfer Station in Redmond. Residents can drop off hazardous waste items, including unused fireworks, for free. “Our rural transfer stations are usually closed on Sundays, but we will open the Negus location just […]

Destination Rehab is proud to announce it has been awarded grant funding from the Hull Foundation to launch the Trailblazers Adventure Group, an adaptive outdoor recreation program designed to help adults living with neurologic conditions and mobility limitations experience the beauty of Central Oregon alongside their caregivers. The Trailblazers Adventure Group removes barriers to outdoor […]

 Every year, thousands of deer, elk, bear, and other wildlife attempt to cross busy roadways in search of food, water, and mates. Too often, those crossings end in tragedy for wildlife and sometimes for motorists. Improving habitat connectivity is one of Oregon Wildlife Foundation’s conservation priorities. Proceeds from the sale and renewal of the Watch […]