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Oregon state parks set record for visits
Oregon’s state parks had a record-breaking amount of visits in 2024. Learn more here.
SEE THE ORIGINAL ARTICLE AT CENTRAL OREGON DAILY NEWS
“The park system recorded a combined 56.6 million day-visits and camper nights to narrowly edge out the previous record set in 2021. It happened despite some of the state’s largest parks being closed for an extended period.”
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Injured skier airlifted from South Sister
An injured skier was airlifted from the slopes of South Sister via Blackhawk helicopter. Learn more here.
SEE THE ORIGINAL CENTRAL OREGON DAILY NEWS ARTICLE HERE
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Winter weather is back with advisory
A winter weather advisory will be in effect Wednesday evening into Thursday morning for mountain passes; 6-11 inches are expected above 3,500 feet. See more here.
SEE THE ORIGINAL STATESMAN JOURNAL ARTICLE HERE
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Oregon State Parks hiring seasonal rangers
Oregon State Parks will hire more than 200 seasonal workers this spring and summer. Learn more here.
SEE THE ORIGINAL KQEN ARTICLE HERE
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Egg shortages good for local chicken farmers
With the recent egg shortages, local egg farmers are seeing a huge uptick in business. Learn more about it here.
SEE THE ORIGINAL CENTRAL OREGON DAILY NEWS ARTICLE HERE
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Legislators consider 4% tax on tires
Legislators in Oregon are considering a 4% tax on tires to help fund public transit and wildlife crossings. Learn more here.
SEE THE ORIGINAL KTVZ NEWS ARTICLE HERE
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Three federal buildings in Pdx to be sold
According to the U.S. General Services Administration (GSA), three federal buildings in Portland will be sold. Learn more about it here.
SEE THE ORIGINAL KPTV ARTICLE HERE
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C.A.M.P. Is back for another summer of fun for kids and families
Cascade Adventure Mountain Programs (C.A.M.P.) is returning for another summer, offering resources for kids age 10-15. Learn more about the program here.
SEE THE ORIGINAL SOURCE WEEKLY ARTICLE HERE
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A new Indian restaurant is coming to Bend
A new Indian restaurant will take over Nome’s former space on Galveston in Bend. Learn more here.
SEE THE CENTRAL OREGON DAILY NEWS ARTICLE HERE
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Central Oregon growth slows
Central Oregon’s population growth has slowed over the last couple of years. Find out more here.
SEE THE ORIGINAL CENTRAL OREGON DAILY NEWS ARTICLE HERE
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