The City of Bend urges locals to get involved with their community by applying for Council-appointed advisory groups. Learn more here.

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The Foley Ridge Fire has prompted the closure of a 21-mile stretch of Highway 242, west of Sisters. Learn more here.

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NeighborImpact has created more than 1,500 new childcare slots in the last two years, helping increase childcare options for families in the community. Find out more here.

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The Bureau of Land Management is looking for the public’s opinion on a newly proposed gold mine in Malheur County. Learn more here.

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The National Weather Service has issued a red flag warning for flash flooding in various areas of Oregon, including Central Oregon and the Cascades. Learn more here.

Find more weather reports for more locations here, at BackyardBend.

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Oregon’s new recycling law is in effect and that means changes to what you can include in your recycling bin. Learn more about it here.

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The Budweiser Clydesdales will visit downtown Redmond on Thursday, July 31st! Learn more about it here.

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The Cram Fire, at 100k acres, is the largest wildfire in the nation. Learn more about it here.

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Deschutes County will hold a public hearing to review proposed amendments to the outdoor lighting regulations in hopes of increasing dark skies in the community. Find out more here.

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Bend’s job market is the top in the country, according to a new study. Learn more here.

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