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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Gov. Kotek has issued an executive order to prohibit phone use for students K-12. Learn more here.

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The annual Deschutes River Cleanup is set to take place on Saturday, with volunteers meeting up at six locations around Central Oregon. Learn more about it here.

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42% of Oregon is now in a moderate drought. Find out more here.

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The Oregon Health Authority has issued an advisory for cyanobacteria for Lake Billy Chinook and Prineville Reservoir. Find out more here.

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A recent lightning storm has sparked over 20 fires in Central Oregon since Tuesday. Learn more here.

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Amid soaring temperatures, the Oregon Department of Forestry has placed new restrictions on campfires, fireworks, chainsaws, and more. Find out more here.

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Parts of Oregon, including the Gorge, are at an increased risk of fire danger today – winds are high and humidity is low. Learn more here.

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Bend’s El Sancho has officially reopened its doors nearly a year after a fire badly damaged the restaurant. Learn more here!

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The Bureau of Land Management is slated to close 40 acres of land in Juniper Ridge between Bend and Redmond. Learn more here.

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