Level 1 evacuations have been issued for Downtown Sisters in response to the Akawa Butte Fire. One residence has been lost to the fire. Learn more here.

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⚠️ Lightning storms have sparked dozens of new wildfires across Central Oregon, keeping firefighters busy as fire danger remains high. Find out more here.

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🎸 Eight local bands. One great cause.

Bands for Bread returns to Boneyard Pub on Friday, July 31, bringing a full day of live music, raffle prizes, a silent auction, and community spirit – all to help fight food insecurity in Central Oregon. Admission is free, donations are encouraged, and Boneyard will donate $1 from every beer sold to support St. Vincent de Paul, which serves more than 30,000 people in our community each year.

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Bend Brews and Beyond is back in Drake Park this Saturday with music, more than 50 breweries, and a dozen non-alcoholic drink makers. Find out more here.

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Airports across Oregon are set to receive nearly $19 million in infrastructure funding, including major upgrades to Portland International Airport’s runway and taxiway system. Learn more here.

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The Bend Farmers Market in downtown Bend returns on Wednesday, May 6. Learn more here.

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Central Oregon Locavore is gearing up to open their new location in the Discovery West neighborhood. Learn more about it here.

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The Shilo Inn in Bend has suddenly closed and has hit the market for $14 million. Find out more here.

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High school graduation rates in Oregon are at an all-time high with 83% of students graduating on time. Find out more here.

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