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2024 Short Legislative Session Wrap-Up

Local representatives talk highlights and important bills passed in the 2024 legislative session
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Oregon’s 2024 legislative session adjourned on March 7, passing bills in housing, drug policy and more. The Source Weekly spoke with Rep. Jason Kropf, Rep. Emerson Levy and Sen. Tim Knopp, all who represent areas of Central Oregon, to hear their thoughts on the short session and highlight bills and issued they found important. Source […]

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Oregon’s AI Goals

Oregon began discussions on artificial intelligence recommendations with its AI Advisory Council’s first meeting
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The state of Oregon began efforts to regulate artificial intelligence with the formation of a new advisory council. The State Government Artificial Intelligence Advisory Council met on March 19 to discuss its goals, timeline and hear from Gov. Tina Kotek. “We have a very critical role to make sure that we do this right,” said […]

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Local Agencies Plan for Outdoor Shelters

Qualified entities can apply to design, site and operate temporary outdoor shelters in Deschutes County
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Deschutes County may get a temporary outdoor shelter for people experiencing houselessness. Central Oregon Intergovernmental Council, in partnership with the Coordinated Houseless Response Office, is looking for a qualified entity to design, develop and operate temporary shelter sites in Deschutes County. The shelters will run year-round, ensuring a safe location for individuals and families to […]

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Source Warmup

Quick news for Central Oregon
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Suspect in Sunriver Assault Arrested A Salem resident was arrested on March 14 after an alleged unprovoked assault in Sunriver. Sunriver Police Department and the Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office responded to the area of 3 Whistling Swan Lane after the suspect struck an individual in the face, causing significant injury. According to a press release, […]

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Spring Arts and Culture Event Roundup

Spring has sprung up and so has the Bend arts community! Here is a round-up of upcoming events in Central Oregon that are sure to help you welcome the new season
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PEFORMING ARTS The Winery Comedy Tour Embark on a laughter-filled evening at the Winery Comedy Tour, hosted at the charming Wine Shop in Bend. This unique fusion of comedy and wine promises a delightful experience on Thu., March 14, at The Wine Shop and Beer Tasting Bar. 55 NW Minnesota Ave., Bend. $13-$20. Piano Showcase […]

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Quick news for Central Oregon
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Airplane Crashes Outside of Madras On March 10, around 7:40pm, the Frontier Regional 911 Center recieved a report that a plane had crashed in a remote area, 5.5 miles southeast of Madras. The Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office and Jefferson County Fire and EMS responded to the area and located the crash. Due to the extent […]

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Snowpack Expected to Improve Drought Conditions

Above-average snowpack and precipitation levels show a promising future for irrigation season
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As spring slowly approaches in Central Oregon, winter snowpack and precipitation levels can help predict drought conditions in the months ahead. Deschutes Basin Watermaster Jeremy Giffin sees promise, noting that the state of our reservoirs is the best start to the irrigation season in the last six years.   As of March 18, the Oregon SNOTEL […]

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Eastside Neighbors Advocate for Less-Concentrated Houseless Facilities

A group of neighbors in Bend’s Larkspur area call for more spread-out housing facilities, shelters and services
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Since 2021, a homeowner in Bend’s Larkspur neighborhood has been documenting City and County transitional housing and shelter facilities, noting a high concentration in Larkspur and on the east side of Bend.   Tom Gugg, along with others, advocates for the spread of facilities in other Bend neighborhoods, noting the potential for concentrated facilities to impact […]

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Bend Resident Dies at Mt. Bachelor

Man was found unresponsive in the West Bowls ski area at Mt. Bachelor
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A Bend resident was pronounced dead at Mt. Bachelor Ski Resort on March 5 after suffering from the effects of snow immersion and suffocation. The deceased individual was identified as 58-year-old Bend resident Robert Douglas Harrington, according to the Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office. Harrington, an avid skier, had initially accessed the Northwest Express lift and was […]

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