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

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A drop in the salmon population has spurred Oregon lawmakers to seek a fishery disaster declaration. Learn 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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The entire state of Oregon is officially drought-free for the first time in years. Learn more here.

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The National Transportation Safety Board recommends that three bridges in Oregon be evaluated for vulnerabilities. Learn more about it here.

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Oregon’s state parks had a record-breaking amount of visits in 2024. Learn more here.

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“The park system recorded a combined 56.6 million day-visits and camper nights to narrowly edge out the previous record set in 2021. It happened despite some of the state’s largest parks being closed for an extended period.”

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According to the U.S. General Services Administration (GSA), three federal buildings in Portland will be sold. Learn more about it here.

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Cascade Adventure Mountain Programs (C.A.M.P.) is returning for another summer, offering resources for kids age 10-15. Learn more about the program here.

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Central Oregon’s population growth has slowed over the last couple of years. Find out more here.

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