Fairwell Festival in Redmond, OR will not be returning in 2026. Find out more here.

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The site of the old Boss Rambler on Galveston Avenue in Bend will become a new two-story commercial building, Galveston Supply. Find out more here.

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The Official Outfitter of the U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Teams will use wool from Oregon’s own Shaniko Wool Company. Learn more here.

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Influenza cases are on the rise in Oregon. Find out more here.

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Mt. Hood Meadows had to close down operations on Friday due to rain, but plan to be open again on Sunday the 4th. Learn more here.

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Bend Parks and Recreation will conduct a prescribed burn in Shevlin Park on Jan. 5. Learn more here.

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Thump Coffee and Backporch Coffee Roasters have announced that they will merge companies in 2026. Find out more here.

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Redmond locals are celebrating the opening of the city’s first dispensary. Learn more here.

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Heavy precipitation in the Central Oregon area has prompted flood watches on two local waterways, Whychus Creek and Tumalo Creek. Learn more here.

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The 18th annual Dirksen Derby has been cancelled due to lack of snow. Find out more here.

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