At just 20 years old, Zach LeVeque is poised to become Prineville’s next mayor, ushering in a new generation of local leadership. Learn more here.

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Bend residents are invited to an open house Thursday, October 29, to learn about plans to expand the Reed Market Road and Bond Street roundabout and share feedback on the proposed improvements. Find out more here.

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Bend Park & Recreation is helping make local parks and facilities safer by expanding access to life-saving AEDs through the HEARTsafe Bend initiative. Find out more here.

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A Sisters couple is heading to Nepal to provide critical support to children and families displaced by devastating floods. Learn more here.

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Willamette University is making college more affordable for Oregon families with a new scholarship offering free tuition to eligible students. Find out more here.

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The Sno Park Fire near Tumalo Mountain was held to about 10 acres and reached 100% containment, allowing all evacuation notices to be lifted. Find out more here.

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A rare gray wolf sighting along Cascade Lakes Highway is a beautiful reminder that Central Oregon is still home to wild places and wildlife worth protecting. Learn more here.

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Bend’s new Central Library celebrates its grand opening this weekend, welcoming the community to explore the long-awaited new space. Learn more here.

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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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