Changes to County Outdoor Lighting Rules Take Effect Dec. 23

Earlier this year, Deschutes County amended its outdoor lighting ordinance to reduce light pollution and protect Central Oregon’s night skies while maintaining public safety. The updated rules take effect Dec. 23 for all new outdoor light installations in unincorporated areas of the county. Property owners with existing outdoor lights installed and working before that date will have until […]

Cascade Rack, a leading provider of vehicle racks, overlanding solutions, and outdoor gear accessories, is proud to celebrate its 12th anniversary. Since opening its doors in December of 2013, the company has grown into a trusted resource for outdoor enthusiasts, families, and commercial customers who rely on high-quality and fast service.  Over the past twelve years, […]

Longtime Deschutes County Assessor Scot Langton announced today that he will not seek re-election and will retire at the end of his term in January 2027. Simultaneously, he offered his full endorsement to Deputy Director Tana West, who is filing to run for the office. Langton, who has served as Assessor since 2001 and has […]

St. Charles Foundation’s annual Prineville Hospice Auction was a big success, raising more than $180,000 to support hospice programs. The festive event was held at the Crook County Fairgrounds Indoor Area last week with a fun live auction of handmade quilts and Christmas trees as well as dinner, raffle and more.  “This festive, fun and […]

Sip and spill the tea with Deschutes Public Library for “Know Tea” in January. Savor teas from around the world and learn about the iconic Boston Tea Party protest of 1773. Craft beauty with iris-folded paper creations and find focus at a bullet journaling workshop. Make bracelets with fellow Swifties and uncover wellness at Té vs […]

This holiday season, Deschutes County Solid Waste reminds the community to celebrate sustainably and manage waste responsibly. Holiday activities often lead to a significant increase trash going into landfills, including shipping materials, gift wrapping, disposable decorations, and leftover holiday food. In fact, the average family generates about 25% more garbage between Thanksgiving and New Year’s […]

This December, Hayden Homes, Simplicity by Hayden Homes, and First Story undertook a major philanthropic campaign across the Northwest in support of organizations fighting food insecurity.  The campaign included gifts totaling $66,000 to 15 nonprofit organizations across Oregon, Washington, Idaho, and Western Montana. In addition, a company-wide food drive totaled more than 2,500 pounds of non-perishable foods, which team members delivered to […]

New state laws rolling out Jan. 1 safeguard Oregonians’ rights as consumers and tenants, improve access to health care, and protect personal safety. Oregon House and Senate Democrats made these issues priorities in 2025, defending workers and families here, while at the national level the Trump administration has shredded health care programs, rewarded huge corporations, and […]

The Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office is proud to announce that Lt. Nathan Garibay was formally recognized with a Lifetime Achievement award for his outstanding contributions to Emergency Management and Search and Rescue during the Oregon State Sheriffs’ Association (OSSA) Winter Conference, held last week at the Riverhouse in Bend.    Lt. Garibay received this honor […]