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Madras sweeps NW Willow Creek Homeless Camp, where as many as 50 once lived
The City of Madras, taking a proactive stance, swept the NW Willow Creek Homeless Camp on Tuesday. Dedicated crews were on hand to assist homeless residents in their relocation and clean up the area. It follows concerns that trash and feces were causing the creek to become contaminated. The city said it cleaned 80,000 pounds of garbage, including human feces.
Madras pool announces reduced hours after voters reject new district
The Madras Aquatic Center Recreation District (MACRD) has approved new hours for the financially troubled pool. The change is a result of an online survey after voters denied the creation of a new MACRD on the May ballot. Starting in October the aquatic center will be open Tuesday through Sunday...
Hundreds of dead fish found at Fireman's Pond in Redmond
Just a month ago, fish were stocked in Fireman's Pond in Redmond for the annual children's fishing fair. Now, the city is investigating why hundreds of fish have been found dead in the water. "I'm just getting a little bit of sun and just kind of walking and having the...
Oregon DMV’s staffing challenges continue; Madras, South Salem offices closed Thursday
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) - Due to staffing issues, the Oregon DMV said their Madras and South Salem offices were closed Thursday. The agency has had similar staff-related closures in recent months, including the La Pine and Redmond offices. Oregon DMV says much of the business Oregonians have regarding their vehicles can be accomplished at their The post Oregon DMV’s staffing challenges continue; Madras, South Salem offices closed Thursday appeared first on KTVZ.
Overland Expo Pacific Northwest returns to Deschutes County Expo Center in Redmond June 28-30
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Overland Expo, the premier overlanding event series in the world, today announced Overland Expo Pacific Northwest (PNW), the second of four 2024 U.S. events, will take place June 28-30 at the Deschutes County Expo Center. With over 350 vendors, this consumer expo showcases the newest...
Oregon agency awards $5.4 million to Thistle & Nest, Bend-Redmond Habitat for Humanity for 51 new affordable homes
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) – Oregon Housing and Community Services announced the approval of more than $7 million to fund 59 homes, most in two Central Oregon projects, as part of the ongoing effort to narrow the racial wealth gap in homeownership. Broadly, Black homeownership in Oregon is consistent with nationwide trends that show lagging progress. OHCS The post Oregon agency awards $5.4 million to Thistle & Nest, Bend-Redmond Habitat for Humanity for 51 new affordable homes appeared first on KTVZ.
Forest Service cancels 113-acre prescribed burn SW of Bend, says smoke would have blown into C.O. communities
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Bend-Fort Rock Ranger District firefighters have canceled Thursday's planned 113-acre prescribed burn four miles southwest of Bend, saying changing weather conditions likely would have pushed the smoke into Central Oregon communities, rather than up and away from them. Those "unfavorable conditions" prompted cancellation of the burn, which was planned south of The post Forest Service cancels 113-acre prescribed burn SW of Bend, says smoke would have blown into C.O. communities appeared first on KTVZ.
Mosaic Community Health welcomes new chief health officer
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Mosaic Community Health, a nonprofit community health center providing quality care for all in Bend, Redmond, Prineville, Sisters and Madras, recently welcomed Bernadette Thomas as its new chief health officer. Bernadette Thomas, APRN, DNP, MPH brings over 18 years of experience and expertise to the...
‘Getting out of hand:’ C. Oregon residents express frustration of increased food prices
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) -- The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics released their monthly Consumer Price Index for the western region of the United States Wednesday morning. With increasing food prices pinching wallets both at the grocery store and in restaurants, Central Oregon residents are feeling the strain. According to the...
Plans for Warm Springs Tribes’ cannabis dispensary stalled by low voter turnout
Members of the Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs voted Wednesday on whether the tribal government should open a retail cannabis dispensary, as well as legalize the possession and use of small amounts of marijuana by adults 21 and older on the reservation in Central Oregon. But not enough voters turned out to decide an outcome, even as the Tribes’ first cannabis farm churns out its initial crop.
Bargaining continues for Central Oregon Writers Guild as Bulletin layoffs approach
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ)-- Unionized workers at The Bulletin spent this week at the negotiation table with Eastern Oregon Media to discuss plans for the company's layoffs. The company announced last week that a 15% staff reduction is needed as they experience a drop in advertising revenues while operating expenses continue to skyrocket. The Bulletin also The post Bargaining continues for Central Oregon Writers Guild as Bulletin layoffs approach appeared first on KTVZ.
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