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BACK IN TIME - 1914: Community devastated by accidental shooting death
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Kroger, Albertsons to pause merger during lawsuits; 3 Central Oregon Safeways could be affected
Kroger and Albertsons have agreed to temporarily halt their proposed merger, pending lawsuits filed in Colorado and by the Federal Trade Commission, according to the Associated Press. The move means the potential sale of three Central Oregon Safeway stores will be on hold. Colorado Attorney General Phil Weiser sued to...
BACK IN TIME - 1914: Community devastated by accidental shooting death
110 years ago July 30, 1914 Seldom has this community been so grievously shocked as when the news was received Saturday morning that Miss Viola Truesdale had been shot and killed and her sister, Pauline, seriously wounded by the accidental discharge of a revolver at Tacoma, Washington. The girls left their home at Powell Butte the first of this month to visit relatives in Tacoma and it was just as...
Redmond restaurant raises $22,000 for boy with rare disease
An annual fundraiser at Oishi Restaurant in Redmond raised $22,000 for the family of Thatcher Miranda, a 7-year-old battling an extremely rare condition. You can learn more about his story at this link: https://www.centraloregondaily.com/news/redmond/redmond-boy-fundraiser-rhizomelic-chondrodysplasia-punctata/article_0419e7b8-39b3-11ef-98b6-2759bf42c8e2.html.
Redmond School District earthquake proofing two elementary schools thanks to state grant
Redmond School District earthquake-proofing 2 elementary schools with state grant. Two schools in the Redmond School District are being retrofitted for future earthquakes. The idea is to keep the history and charm of the school while adding this extra layer of protection in main spaces like the gym and cafeteria.
Air quality alert for Oregon
On Friday at 11:38 a.m. an air quality alert was issued for Deschutes, Grant and Wheeler counties. According to the National Weather Service, "Oregon Department of Environmental Quality has issued an Air Quality Advisory IN EFFECT UNTIL noon MONDAY. Advisory is in effect for Deschutes, Grant, and eastern Wheeler counties. A Smoke Air Quality Advisory has been issued. Wildfires burning in the region combined with forecasted conditions will cause air quality to reach unhealthy levels. Pollutants in smoke can cause burning eyes runny nose aggravate heart and lung diseases and aggravate other serious health problems. Limit outdoor activities and keep children indoors if it is smoky. Please follow medical advice if you have a heart or lung condition."
Air quality concerns continue into the weekend
Today will be a warm day with highs reaching the mid 80s for the region. Yesterday, we saw highs in the upper 70s with a high temperature of 79 in Bend, so we didn’t even hit the 80s. Yesterday was a little cooler than normal for this time of year but we’ll be seeing those seasonal temperature through early next week. We’ll get back into the 90s by mid to late next week. Lows will remain in the 40s and 50s.
Public Invited To Discuss Deschutes Co. Recreational Campground
BEND, OR -- Deschutes County Commissioners host a community conversation Tuesday, to discuss the potential for a recreational campground on Fort Thompson Lane, north of Bend. "It's on the west side of Highway 97, approximately 500 acres," says Board Chair Patti Adair. The county-owned property is the most likely option for a tent and RV park out of three identified in a feasibility study.
Mid Oregon Credit Union Surpasses 48,000 Members
Mid Oregon Credit Union, the only financial institution headquartered in Central Oregon, has announced that it has grown to 48,000 members as of June 30, 2024. Mid Oregon has grown membership by 20 percent over a three-year period. “While we measure our success by traditional metrics such as membership and...
Mountain View grad Simon Lemke plays in his second year for the Bend Elks
This year, another Bend Elks local is on the mound at Vince Genna Stadium. Simon Lemke is a Mountain View High School graduate. Mountain View grad Simon Lemke pitching for hometown Bend Elks. Mountain View High School graduate Simon Lemke, a sidearm-throwing pitcher, is playing in his second season for...
Olympic time trials preview: Notable names and storylines to follow
What to know and who to watch before the men’s and women’s time trials at the 2024 Paris Games. KTVZ NewsChannel 21 is committed to providing a forum for civil and constructive conversation. Please keep your comments respectful and relevant. You can review our Community Guidelines by clicking...
10 most expensive homes sold in central Oregon, July 15-21
A house in Bend that sold for $3.2 million tops the list of the most expensive residential real estate sales in central Oregon in the past week. In total, 97 residential real estate sales were recorded in the area during the past week, with an average price of $773,015. The average price per square foot ended up at $384.
CET holds Transit to Trails Free Ride Day and Bike & Brunch event to acquaint mountain bikers with route
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) -- Cascades East Transit partnered with Bend Bikes and Discover Your Forest on Friday for a Transit to Trails Free Ride Day, promoting a route that's available all summer. Representatives from each organization were on hand, helping load bikes onto CET's new 20-bike trailer and offering information...
Mt. Bachelor opening its first mixed-use hiking and downhill biking trail
Mt. Bachelor announced it will open its first mixed-use trail for hikers and downhill bikers on Thursday, August 1. Hikers can hike up and down for free, or buy a chairlift ticket or pass to ride the lift up and hike down. Here is the full announcement from Mt. Bachelor:
Our Jillian Fortner gets to fly high at Balloons Over Bend
Our Jillian Fortner got to check out Balloons Over Bend go up in the CAVU balloon with experienced balloonist Darren Kling and learned a lot about just how they fly high! Kling has been the balloon director at the event for the past 15 years.
If You Have Credit Problems After Graduating — These Are Your Options
If you’re in credit card debt when you finish school or have had other financial setbacks, you might need some help to get your credit back on track. Fortunately, there are plenty of ways to repair your credit after graduation, especially if you have consistent income. Read on for the steps you need to take.
Oregon Bay Area Beautification's (OBAB) 2024 Mid-Year Presidents Report
Greetings to our wonderful volunteers, the doers in Oregon’s Bay Area. You are all tireless in spreading OBAB’s message about making and keeping our area beautiful but you also walk the walk. Thank you for keeping your grabbers handy and picking up trash as you are on your daily walks, when you are with your kids at a playground and as you run errands. Thank you for being a voice for our public spaces at City Council and various committee meetings. And thank you especially for coming out to OBAB’s 2nd Saturday Cleanups. Many hands really do make light work. ...
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