Central Oregon has seen about 325 wildfires this year and 550,000 acres have burned; recent fires in Madras and Tumalo mitigated. Find out more here.

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Oregon Parks and Recreation has received a $1.62 million grant for Smith Rock State Park to develop a welcome center, improvements to lots, and more. Find out the details here.

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The Oregon Cultural Trust has awarded $25,000 to the Central Oregon Center for the Arts. Find out more here.

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A dark sky sanctuary in the Owyhee Canyonlands is set to expand its acreage over the next few years. Learn more about it here.

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Oregon’s gas prices are down more than 84 cents from a year ago. Find out more here.

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Annual campfire restrictions start on June 1st. Learn more here.

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Freezing rain across the region has led to numerous closures. Find out more here.

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High winds and frigid temperatures are expected in Central Oregon this weekend. Find out more about the storm inthis KTVZ article.

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The next phase of the N. Hwy 97 project has began and will change traffic between Grandview Drive and Empire Avenue.

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Cascade Lakes Highway and Paulina Lake Highway are scheduled to close on Tuesday November 21st. Learn more from KTVZ here.

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