Between April 14 and April 27, the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife (ODFW), Oregon State University-Cascades, and Sisters High School are teaming up to conduct a “bioblitz” at four proposed wildlife crossing structure locations along US Highway 20. A bioblitz is a communal effort to record as many species within a designated location and […]
A BioBlitz for Local Wildlife
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Six People Treated for Drug Overdoses in 24 Hours
Six overdoses requiring Naloxone resuscitation and hospitalization happened within 24 hours of April 17, according to Deschutes County Health Services. The folks who overdosed weren’t intending to ingest opioids like heroin or fentanyl; they were doing cocaine and ketamine, officials say. In a press release, the Health Services Department urges the public to generally assume […]
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Central Oregon Leaders Press U.S. Highway 97 Safety Projects Amid State’s Transportation Budget Woes
Elected leaders in central and southern Oregon are asking the legislature to help pay for tens of millions of dollars in safety improvements along U.S. Highway 97, one of the state’s most dangerous roads. But major uncertainties circling the future of state transportation funding are clouding the effort. County commissioners from three counties — Jefferson, Deschutes and […]
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An Evening of Psychedelic Sounds
Local band Sun Dive is kicking off summer with two bands from Los Angeles sharing the spotlight at Silver Moon. Vinyl Williams has been creating what he calls celestial pop sounds and a universe of 3D futuristic dream worlds since 2007. He’s releasing the band’s 10th full length album, “Star Harmony,” on May 15, eight […]
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Letters to the Editor, Week of April 23
Bikes, Cars, and Neighbors: Two Good Projects, One Crowded Corridor As a homeowner in Luderman Crossing, I am writing to share concerns about the Reed Market and 15th Improvements and Bend Bikeway Project and its impact on residents most directly affected. The proposed design on SE 15th Street places an 8-foot shared use path and […]
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Think Wild’s Newest Ambassadors Are Hoppin’ & Slitherin’ Into Classrooms
Think Wild is excited to introduce the community to two new wildlife ambassador animals, a western toad and a young gopher snake, both of whom will help educate students and the community about wildlife and habitat conservation across Central Oregon. These ambassadors of our native herpetofauna will play an active role in Think Wild’s education […]
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Bend-La Pine Schools Creates Policy to Review Tech in Classrooms
Parents who expressed a growing concern over the use of iPads and Artificial Intelligence in Bend-La Pine Schools classrooms are celebrating a new policy creating sweeping checks on technology that was just passed. In an April 14 resolution, the Bend-La Pine Schools Board of Directors addressed educational technology, or “ed tech.” The resolution directs the district to review the use of all technology, websites and apps, create […]
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Study Finds Tipping Culture is on the Decline
How much tip did the cafe’s iPad prompt you the last time you went for a simple black coffee, with no bells and whistles: 18, 20, 25%? A recent Pop Menu study found that tipping culture is on the decline nationwide. Meanwhile, community members in Bend appear to be feeling the pressure to tip more for services that they feel do not warrant a tip. Based on data from 2024, the reported tip fatigue seems to have many potential […]
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Republican Candidates for Governor Face Off at Hillsboro Forum
The four leading candidates for the Republican nomination for governor gathered April 16 at a forum sponsored by the Oregon Republican Party at the Hillsboro Events Center. The livestreamed event marked the first opportunity for voters to see Marion County Commissioner Danielle Bethell, state Rep. Ed Diehl (R-Stayton), state Sen. Christine Drazan (R-Canby), and former […]
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Bend Endurance Academy Athletes Compete at USA Climbing Bouldering Divisional Championships
Last weekend, six athletes from Bend Endurance Academy (BEA) climbing team traveled to the Multnomah Athletic Club (The MAC) to compete in the USA Climbing Bouldering Divisional Championships. Facing off against the top youth climbers from across Alaska, Washington and Oregon. BEA was represented by a talented roster across several age categories: ●Sam Press (Female […]