Roundabout Books is pleased to host authors Jamie Lockwood and Liz Fletcher to run a workshop for adolescents on their new workbook “The Teen’s Guide to Emotions”. The workbook equips teens with the tools for navigating their emotions, making wise choices and maintaining healthy relationships. As teenagers ready themselves for the new school year, this […]
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Deschutes River Water Levels To Drop Temporarily
Search for missing man who went over Dillon Falls continues
The water level in the Deschutes River will be lowered through Sunday to aid Search & Rescue teams looking for a missing man who went over Dillon Falls on an inner tube July 19. Press Release: The Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office remains committed to locating the third victim from the tragic water-related incident that occurred […]
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Oregon Raptor Center Receives Two New Owls
Cascades Raptor Center has one of the largest North American raptor collections in the Pacific Northwest
Cascades Raptor Center in Eugene announced the addition of two new fledgling raptors to its ambassador team: a baby Snowy Owl and a baby Northern Hawk Owl. Despite their small stature, the two owls have big personalities. To celebrate the new ambassadors, Cascades Raptor Center is launching a baby shower campaign. Community members who […]
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Governor Kotek Issues Notice of Potential Vetoes for 2025 Legislative Session
The Governor has until Aug. 8 to take final action
Pursuant to Article V, Section 15b(4), of the Oregon Constitution, Governor Tina Kotek provided notice to the Legislature that she is considering vetoes of the following bills and budget items from the 2025 legislative session. The Governor has until August 8, 2025, to take final action. Policy bills: House Bill 3824 – Allows physical therapists to […]
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Ballot Initiative Seeks to Repeal New Permit Fees on Paddleboards & Kayaks
A new law levies fees on human-powered vessels to raise money to fight invasive species
A trio of petitioners aims to repeal a new law that would require paddle-boarders and flatwater kayakers to pay state permit fees starting in January. “I think it goes against our constitutional rights,” says Angela Epperson, a Hermiston resident who enjoys kayaking on the Columbia and Umatilla Rivers. “I just think they’ve gone too far.” In […]
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Candidate List for Five-Seat Deschutes County Commission Growing
At least seven people are running thus far for the non-partisan positions
The 2026 primary race for an expanded Deschutes County Commission from three to five seats continues growing. Four of the five seats are up for election. Two of those are held by incumbents Tony DeBone and Patti Adair. The two new seats are at-large. Commissioner Phil Chang’s seat in Position 2 is not up for […]
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Something Witchy This Way Comes
Colten Tyler Williams and Jesse Locke create a sensory experiencewith Witch Eyes
For Bend locals, certain names have been a part of the arts and culture scene for so long that it’s hard to imagine the evolution of the scene without them. Jesse Locke has been directing, shooting and editing features, documentaries and music videos as long as there has been a burgeoning film community here and […]
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Governor Kotek Signs Bills to Support Public Schools, Improve Student Outcomes
Bipartisan legislation supports educators to deliver high-quality public education across the state
Today, Governor Tina Kotek commemorated the signing of Senate Bill 141,House Bill 2140, House Bill 3037, and House Bill 3040, all bipartisan legislation aimed at improving Oregon students’ academic outcomes. She signed the bills alongside advocates, legislators, and local leaders. “Getting public education right is one of the biggest promises we make to Oregonians. Students […]
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The Music We Need Right Now: Yächtley Crëw
The Yacht Rock band to top them all
I count myself as part of one of the fortunate generations that got to grow up listening to the music that is now known throughout the world as Yacht Rock. The term for this genre of music was coined by some comedians in 2005 and now Yacht Rock boasts multiple radio stations, as well as a […]
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Canning Salsa Safely with OSU Extension5
Do you want to learn how to can salsa that is safe to eat? Come join a hands-on workshop taught by Master Food Preservers on Wednesday, August 13, 9:00 am to noon at the OSU Extension office in Redmond. Participants will learn how to process canned foods with a boiling water canner or a steam […]
