The US Forest Service has began work on a wildfire prevention project in Deschutes National Forest near Bend. Learn more about it here.

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Central Oregon breweries took home five medals at the World Beer Cup. Learn more here!

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There’s 8 feet of snow on the Cascade Lakes Highway and clearing has begun for the summer season. Learn more here.

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40 square miles of land, including trails, will close near China Hat Road in Bend on May 1. Learn more about it here.

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Elk Lake Resort has finally sold, after five years on the market, to a group of local families. Find out more here.

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The outlook for Oregon’s wildfire season is looking very similar to that of 2024. Learn more here.

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Oregon is finally drought-free for the first time since fall of 2019. Learn more here.

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The City of Bend has relaunched their ‘Turf Removal Rebate’ program. Learn more about it here.

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The Northern Lights will be visible in Central Oregon tonight. Find out more here.

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The Redmond City Council voted in favor of allowing marijuana dispensaries in city limits. Learn more about it here.

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