As wildfires continue to impact communities across Oregon, even your bottle and can returns can make a difference – donate through BottleDrop to help provide critical support to the families, firefighters, and communities that need it most. Learn more here.

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Looking for weekend plans? The Sunriver Art Fair kicks off Friday with incredible local and regional artists, unique handmade pieces, and free admission. Find out more here.

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The Bench Fire has taken new territory overnight, resulting in the evacuation of Warm Springs and other areas in Jefferson County. Learn more here.

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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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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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Locals can look forward to quieter mornings as Republic Services rolls out new EV garbage trucks. Find out 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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Deschutes County has announced the winter closure date for Cascade Lakes Highway and Paulina Lake Road: Tuesday, November 18. Learn more here.

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