Heavy precipitation in the Central Oregon area has prompted flood watches on two local waterways, Whychus Creek and Tumalo Creek. Learn more here.

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The 18th annual Dirksen Derby has been cancelled due to lack of snow. Find out more here.

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The Forest Service and ODOT are working together to build a new multi-use path to connect Bend and Lava Butte. Learn more about it here.

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Oregon is now officially in a snow drought; the Deschutes River basin is sitting at just 8% of its normal snow water equivalent. Learn more here.

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Conservationists have been pushing for the Oregon Chinook salmon to be added to the endangered species list and, as of Dec. 4, federal wildlife officials have decided the answer is ‘no’. Learn more here.

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The Pavilion ice skating rink in Bend has shut down due to warm temperatures and wind. Find out more here.

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The latest Mt. Bachelor has ever opened for snow season was Dec. 14, 2008, and is quickly approaching setting a new record. Learn more here.

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A Redmond man is planning to sail solo and non-stop around the world in the 2026 Golden Globe Race. Find out more here.

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A new boutique hotel (in the old post office downtown!) is set to open in Bend in mid-December. Find out more here.

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Bend is in the news again, making USA Today’s Top 10 list of best ski towns in the US. Read more about it here.

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