A drop in the salmon population has spurred Oregon lawmakers to seek a fishery disaster declaration. Learn more here.

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POWDR Corp. has rescinded its offer to sell Mt. Bachelor and will retain ownership of the resort indefinitely. Learn more about it here.

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A major home insurance company has cancelled policies for homeowners in the Sisters area. Learn more here.

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With the recent egg shortages, local egg farmers are seeing a huge uptick in business. Learn more about it here.

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Legislators in Oregon are considering a 4% tax on tires to help fund public transit and wildlife crossings. Learn more here.

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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.

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A new Indian restaurant will take over Nome’s former space on Galveston in Bend. Learn more here.

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Amazon is expanding its data center operations in a small town on the Columbia Gorge. Find out more here.

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A Bend couple is has patented a new patio heater that runs on wood pellets. Learn more here.

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Bend’s former Cracker Barrell will become a culinary hub for Central Oregon, with rentable space for local chefs and home cooks alike. Learn more about the plans here.

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