250th Proclamation The Deschutes County Commission recently passed a resolution that proports to celebrate America’s 250th anniversary, when in fact it is right out of the MAGA playbook, implying support for President Trump’s policies and actions, and filled with hypocrisy. The piece was written by a right-wing group called the Taxpayers Association of Oregon. It passed […]
Letters to the Editor, Week of April 16, 2026
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The Green Team is a Leader in Sustainability
The morning after every concert at Hayden Homes Amphitheater, employees known as the Green Team, show up to sort through the trash. They dump each bag into a plastic kiddie pool, pull on rubber gloves and meticulously pick out recyclable and compostable materials achieving a 93.5% landfill diversion rate. That accomplishment involves a multi-prong effort […]
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Redmond Municipal Airport to Host TSA Precheck Enrollment Event May 5-8, 2026
Redmond Municipal Airport (RDM) will be hosting a TSA Pre✓® enrollment event in collaboration with IDEMIA, a TSA PreCheck authorized enrollment provider. Travelers will be able to enroll or renew membership at 2252 Jesse Butler Circle, in the terminal conference room across from baggage claim. The enrollment process is quick, convenient, and even faster when the application […]
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Deschutes National Forest to Update Temporary Cabin Butte Project Area Closure
The Deschutes National Forest will extend a reduced version of the temporary area closure of the Cabin Butte Vegetation Management Project area south of Bend, Oregon, beginning May 1, to ensure public safety and support critical forest restoration efforts. The 32,565-acre closure will remain in effect through at least April 30, 2027. The closure restricts […]
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Birkenstock – Bend Shoe Co. Celebrates 50 Years in Downtown Bend
Birkenstock – Bend Shoe Co. is proud to celebrate 50 years in downtown Bend, marking five decades of outfitting the community in comfort, craftsmanship, and iconic style. To honor the milestone, the store will host a 50th Anniversary Celebration on April 25, featuring an all-day in-store party and over $5,000 in prizes and giveaways. More […]
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Redmond Fire & Rescue to Close Outdoor Burning and Enact Burn Ban
Due to increasing wildfire risk and the onset of an early wildfire season, all outdoor debris burning within Redmond Fire & Rescue’s District will close at midnight on April 30, 2026 and a burn ban will take effect. Unseasonably warm and dry conditions, combined with declining fuel moisture, have significantly increased the potential for wildfires across […]
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Nonprofit Office Space Available at Deschutes Children’s Foundation
Deschutes Children’s Foundation is excited to announce that they have office space available for nonprofit organizations that specifically serve children and families. Deschutes Children’s Foundation provides the space and support where nonprofits succeed at helping children and families. Through DCF’s collaborative model, currently 23 nonprofits utilize four community campuses to provide critical services to children […]
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Deschutes County Law Enforcement Agencies come together for Distracted Driving Awareness Month
In recognition of Distracted Driving Awareness Month, the Central Oregon Multi-Agency Traffic Team continues its focus on traffic safety in the month of April with special patrols dedicated to distracted driving. The Central Oregon Multi-Agency Traffic Team, or MATT, features all six Deschutes County law enforcement agencies – Bend Police Department, Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office, […]
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High Desert Food & Farm Alliance Sends Out a Plea
In March 2026 the U.S. Department of Agriculture terminated nearly $300 million in grant funding across the country. For us at HDFFA, this is more than a news story, it’s a direct hit. We had been awarded $300,000 in critical grant funding to be distributed over three years to strengthen our local food system. And overnight, it […]
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Balloons Over Bend Brings Family Fun, Night Glows & High-Flying Entertainment to Central Oregon
The REMAX Key Properties Balloons Over Bend is set to return July 24–26, 2026, bringing a weekend of hot air balloon launches, live entertainment, and community celebration to Central Oregon. This signature summer event will feature free sunrise balloon launches each morning, vibrant Night Glow celebrations, and activities for all ages. “Bend is more than a […]