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Levy proposed by Deschutes Soil and Water Conservation District
The Deschutes Soil and Water Conservation District asks voters to pass a levy to help homeowners mitigate fire risk as well as other water conservation services. Learn more about the levy here.
CENTRAL OREGON DAILY NEWS ARTICLE HERE
Proposed Measure #9-176: Deschutes Soil and Water Conservation District
“DESCHUTES COUNTY, Ore. — The Deschutes Soil and Water Conservation District (DSWCD) has placed Measure #9-176 on the November 5, 2024, ballot, asking voters to approve a permanent tax rate limit of $0.06 per $1,000 of assessed property value. If approved, the measure would provide a stable funding source for the District’s conservation projects and services across Deschutes County.”
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Winter weather advisory for passes
The first snow of the season is bringing winter weather advisories for high mountain passes. Learn more about it here.
SEE THE ORIGINAL STATESMAN JOURNAL ARTICLE HERE
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RDM to get additional $10M for expansion
Redmond Airport will receive a $10M grant for expansion in addition to the existing $170M allocation. Learn more about the RDM expansion here.
SEE THE CENTRAL OREGON DAILY NEWS ARTICLE HERE
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Mount Bachelor Community Inc. Leadership, Elected Officials, and Key Local Stakeholders to Rally in Support of Mt. Bachelor Community Ownership
Mount Bachelor Community Inc. (MBCI) Co-Founders Dan Cochrane and Chris Porter will convene a group of prominent local elected officials and community leaders for an on-the-record rally on Saturday, October 12 from 3-5 PM in Bend, OR in support of MBCI’s efforts to acquire Mount Bachelor on behalf of its community.Collectively, these individuals will highlight the resort’s role as a key driver of Central Oregon’s regional economy, the mountain’s symbolic value as a natural and recreational treasure, and why MBCI’s mission represents a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to ensure Mount Bachelor is stewarded in alignment with its community’s interests in the long term.The event follows a highly successful first month of activity by MBCI, including a GoFundMe campaign that achieved 100% of its fundraising goal in one week – and over $39,000 to date – to fund essential legal and compliance services supporting the organization’s acquisition efforts.Speakers at the October 12 event include:- Melanie Kebler, Mayor, City of Bend
- Dan Cochrane, Co-Founder, Mount Bachelor Community Inc.
- Chris Porter, Co-Founder, Mount Bachelor Community Inc.
- Tom Healy, Member, Mount Bachelor Founding Family
WHAT: MBCI Community RallyWHEN: Saturday, October 12, 3 – 5 PM PTWHERE: Drake Park, Bend, OregonFACEBOOK EVENT LINK: https://facebook.com/events/s/mt-bachelor-community-inc-kick/1037149997956610/This family-friendly gathering will feature live music by Gbots & the Journeymen with special guest Eric Ledbetter, activities for kids, and food and beverages served by Cobra Dogs, Barrio, Kona Shaved Ice, and Sunriver Brewing.
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Smoke expected today with eruption of Pine Mountain fire
A new fire at Pine Mountain has exploded to over 2,000 acres. Smoke is expected in the Central Oregon area as firefighters work to manage the blaze. Learn more here.
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Central Oregon has had roughly 325 wildfires this year
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.
SEE THE ORIGINAL KTVZ ARTICLE HERE
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Eastward progress halted in Little Lava Fire
Firefighters have halted the eastward progression of the Little Lava Fire – most area’s risk levels have been reduced. Learn more about it here.
SEE THE ORIGINAL CENTRAL OREGON DAILY NEWS ARTICLE HERE
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Sunriver under Level 1 Evacuation
Sunriver is under Level 1 (“Be Ready”) evacuation due to wildfires in the Bachelor Complex. There has been “significant fire growth” since lightning sparked these fires. Learn more here.
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Bigstock Festival at HOODOO, 9/6 & 9/7
Friday afternoon at 1pm (9/6), jam to the sounds of Greensky Bluegrass. On Saturday (9/7), it’s the critically acclaimed American country singer-songwriter, producer, and author, Margo Price… plus Oteil and Friends. Oteil is the longest running bassist in Allman Brothers history. This summer, he also reunited with Dead & Company for their residency at The Sphere in Las Vegas. Joining Oteil at Bigstock will be an all star cast of jam band legends.
Friday and Saturday evenings… two nights of incredible music are going down THIS WEEKEND at Hoodoo Ski Area. Keep your party going after the show with free live music, both nights, in the Hoodoo Lodge. TICKETS ARE STILL AVAILABLE.
Bigstock is a benefit concert for Oregon Adaptive Sports and Cascadia Wildlands. Make a difference. Have fun. Support Bigstock.
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Number of small businesses in OR is growing
Oregon has over 400,000 small businesses that employ more than half the state’s workers. That number is growing. Learn more about it here.
SEE THE ORIGINAL OPB ARTICLE HERE
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