Senate Bill 83 aims to repeal the wildfire hazard map and has advanced, by unanimous vote, in the Oregon Senate. Learn more about it here.

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A man from Central Oregon was sentenced to 11 years in prison for trafficking large volumes of fentanyl. Learn more about it here.

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POWDR Corp. has rescinded its offer to sell Mt. Bachelor and will retain ownership of the resort indefinitely. Learn more about it here.

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Sisters has a new recreation center complete with a gym, fitness studio, and a community room. Learn more here.

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The entire state of Oregon is officially drought-free for the first time in years. Learn more here.

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A major home insurance company has cancelled policies for homeowners in the Sisters area. Learn more here.

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Officials are offering $10k for information regarding the wolf killing near Sisters. Learn more about it here.

“Anyone with information about this case is asked to call the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service at (503) 682-6131, or Oregon State Police at (800) 452-7888. People can also email law enforcement at TIP@osp.oregon.gov.

Callers can remain anonymous.”

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Three new roundabouts are being planned for Century Drive in Sunriver. Learn more about it here.

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A winter weather advisory will be in effect Wednesday evening into Thursday morning for mountain passes; 6-11 inches are expected above 3,500 feet. See more here.

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Oregon State Parks will hire more than 200 seasonal workers this spring and summer. Learn more here.

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