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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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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Oregon’s first large wildfire of the year, the Butte Creek Fire, has grown to more than 3,000 acres. Learn more about it here.

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With warm and dry weather expected, all land managed by the BLM in Oregon and Washington is under fire restrictions. Find out more here.

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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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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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The Redmond City Council voted in favor of allowing marijuana dispensaries in city limits. 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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St. Charles has recently released plans to establish a Community Pharmacy in Madras. Learn more here.

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