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Measles in Deschutes County?

Health officials believe a visitor may have exposed locals to the measles virus. Here’s what you should know about vaccinations and exposure
Avatar photo Isaac Biehl

Editor’s note: The dates of potential measles exposure have been altered from the original version of the story, following an update from Deschutes County Health Services. The agency confirmed Jan. 30 that the person thought to have measles did indeed have the virus, and was in the “early contagious period of the illness.” The Oregon […]

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Waiting on Urban Renewal

Brooks Resources looks to lease the Murray & Holt property
Chris Miller

In May, Brooks Resources purchased the Murray & Holt property at 181 NE Franklin Ave., located in the Bend Central District—an area the City of Bend has identified as a potential new urban renewal area to create infill and redevelopment opportunities. The Bend urban renewal agency, BURA, began work on that new urban renewal area […]

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Diary Entry: Learning to Whitewater Kayak

As Kanye says, crawl before you ball
Avatar photo K.M. Collins

Currently, I am 10 days deep. My first time in a whitewater kayak was last year in an early season Brace & Roll class. I was totally out of my league. This year, I’ve taken three “Full Immersions,”—the intro to whitewater kayaking weekend classes offered by Tumalo Creek Kayak & Canoe—and one day of private […]

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It’s Nearly Summer!

Bend Park and Recreation is removing the outdoor pool cover at the Juniper Swim & Fitness Center
Chris Miller

Lap swimmers rejoice, as the cover is coming off the outdoor pool at Juniper Swim & Fitness Center. Starting May 14, the more than 50,000 square feet of tent material is being taken off the 50-meter pool, according to the Bend Park and Recreation District. The District said it hopes the six to eight employee […]

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