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Forest Service Road 2017 and Pine Mountain Campground have reopened, restoring public access to the Pine Mountain area southeast of Bend. Learn more here.

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Redmond’s long-awaited Hub Aquatic and Recreation Center is set to open September 18, bringing 56,000 square feet of swimming, fitness, sports and recreation space to the community. Find out more here.

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Central Oregon tourism is holding strong, even as higher gas prices put added pressure on summer travel. Learn more here.

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A rare gray wolf sighting along Cascade Lakes Highway is a beautiful reminder that Central Oregon is still home to wild places and wildlife worth protecting. Learn more here.

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Oregon is getting $150,000 to create new roadside habitat for bees, butterflies and other pollinators using native plants and pollinator-friendly mowing practices. Learn more here.

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Bend’s new Central Library celebrates its grand opening this weekend, welcoming the community to explore the long-awaited new space. Learn more here.

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The annual Culver Crawdad Festival brought the community together for a day of food, music and small-town fun. Learn more here.

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Central Oregon’s first managed homeless camp is now open in Redmond, offering shelter and services for people experiencing homelessness. Find out more about it here.

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Carhartt is coming to Central Oregon and will be moving into Cracker Barrel’s old location. Find out more here.

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