Deschutes County will hold a public hearing to review proposed amendments to the outdoor lighting regulations in hopes of increasing dark skies in the community. Find out more here.

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Bend’s job market is the top in the country, according to a new study. Learn more here.

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The annual Deschutes River Cleanup is set to take place on Saturday, with volunteers meeting up at six locations around Central Oregon. Learn more about it here.

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Recent power outages in North Bend are attributed to “enhanced safety settings” for wildfire prevention. Learn more about it here.

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Bend’s El Sancho has officially reopened its doors nearly a year after a fire badly damaged the restaurant. Learn more here!

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The Bureau of Land Management is slated to close 40 acres of land in Juniper Ridge between Bend and Redmond. Learn more here.

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The intersection at Portland Avenue and Olney Avenue is set to open this Friday, just in time for the holiday weekend. Learn more here.

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Amazon just closed on property in Redmond for a new Amazon delivery hub. Learn more here.

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Bend Parks & Rec and Bend Police Community Service are increasing their efforts to enforce dogs on leashes. Learn more about it here.

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A teacher from Pilot Butte Middle School will receive an award and honor for her de-escalation efforts with an armed student threat. Learn more here.

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