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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A fire severely damaged Pacific Seafood’s Newport facility, prompting evacuations that have since been lifted, with no injuries or ammonia leaks reported. Learn more here.

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Free emotional support sessions are available to the Bend community today, Tuesday, and Wednesday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Central Library for those affected by the tragedy at Silver Rail Elementary School. Learn more here.

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Oregon wineries are cutting back on grape harvests as wine sales continue to decline and consumer drinking habits shift. Learn more here.

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Central Oregon veterans may qualify for up to $30,000 in no-cost home repairs through a new NeighborImpact program aimed at helping veterans stay safely in their homes. Learn more here.

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Deschutes National Forest firefighters could begin fall prescribed burns as early as Tuesday near Bend, Sisters, La Pine and other parts of Central Oregon, weather and conditions permitting. 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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Forest Service Road 2017 and Pine Mountain Campground have reopened, restoring public access to the Pine Mountain area southeast of Bend. Learn more here.

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Redmond’s long-awaited Hub Aquatic and Recreation Center is set to open September 18, bringing 56,000 square feet of swimming, fitness, sports and recreation space to the community. Find out more here.

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Central Oregon tourism is holding strong, even as higher gas prices put added pressure on summer travel. Learn more here.

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