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Graduation rates are up post-pandemic
High school graduation rates in Oregon are at an all-time high with 83% of students graduating on time. Find out more here.
SEE THE ORIGINAL OREGON CAPITAL CHRONICLE ARTICLE HERE
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New program at Crook County Highschool, aviation
A new program at Crook County High School in Prineville will offer students a chance to learn about the aviation industry and flying careers. Learn more about it here.
SEE THE ORIGINAL CENTRAL OREGON DAILY NEWS ARTICLE HERE
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Downtown Bend library will be closed for a year, renovations
The newly constructed Central Library at Stevens Ranch will open this spring as the Downtown Bend Public Library will close for a year for renovations. Learn more here.
SEE THE ORIGINAL YOUR OREGON NEWS ARTICLE HERE
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Olympic wool from small oregon ghost town
The Official Outfitter of the U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Teams will use wool from Oregon’s own Shaniko Wool Company. Learn more here.
SEE THE FULL ARTICLE FROM THE OREGONIAN HERE
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Local horse rescue gets international recognition
Happy Trails Horse Rescue is a local horse sanctuary that has recently gained global recognition by the The Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries. Learn more here.
SEE THE ORIGINAL KTVZ NEWS ARTICLE HERE
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Redmond has its first dispensary
Redmond locals are celebrating the opening of the city’s first dispensary. Learn more here.
SEE THE ORIGINAL CENTRAL OREGON DAILY NEWS ARTICLE HERE
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New pedestrian/bike path connecting Bend and Sunriver
The Forest Service and ODOT are working together to build a new multi-use path to connect Bend and Lava Butte. Learn more about it here.
SEE THE ORIGINAL CENTRAL OREGON DAILY NEWS ARTICLE HERE
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Bend EV garbage trucks roll out
Locals can look forward to quieter mornings as Republic Services rolls out new EV garbage trucks. Find out more here.
SEE THE ORIGINAL CENTRAL OREGON DAILY NEWS ARTICLE HERE
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Nine new businesses in Downtown Redmond
Since the beginning of 2025, nine new businesses have opened in downtown Redmond. This is the third year in a row where downtown occupancy is above 90%. Learn more here.
SEE THE ORIGINAL KTVZ NEWS ARTICLE HERE
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Big Brother Big Sisters is looking for mentors
90 youth are currently on the waitlist for a mentor at Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Oregon. “Give the gift of mentorship” and become a mentor to a local child in need. Find out more here.
SEE THE ORIGINAL SOURCE WEEKLY NEWS ARTICLE HERE
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