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Bend News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Bend Oregon News Today is your daily source for the latest headlines and stories shaping Bend and Central Oregon. From local government and outdoor recreation updates to tourism, business growth, housing, public safety, and community events across Deschutes County, we bring you the news that matters most—in just a few minutes each weekday. Whether you're a longtime local, a newcomer drawn to the high desert lifestyle, or someone connected to Central Oregon’s fast-growing communities, Bend…
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Major Meth Bust in Central Oregon | Bend News
In a major blow to drug trafficking in Central Oregon, authorities raided a methamphetamine operation in Culver on September 16th, seizing a substantial haul…
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Back-to-Back Aces at 74 | Bend News
Seventy-four-year-old Craig Biss stunned the golf world by hitting two hole-in-ones back-to-back—first on the toughest hole at Bend Golf Club, then the next…
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Oregon Medicaid Overpaid Providers | Bend News
Oregon’s Medicaid program faces a major financial mess after an audit revealed possible overpayments of up to $4.1 million due to system errors—highlighting…
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Weather, Drones, and Election Shifts | Bend News
Weather’s turning unsettled with scattered showers and temps in the low 60s—rain may roll in later. Drones buzzed over Three Rivers this week, sparking…
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Volunteers Rebuild Pilot Butte Stairs | Bend News
Volunteers are rebuilding the iconic stairs at Pilot Butte in Bend, Oregon — a beloved local landmark and popular trail destination. This isn’t a quick fix…
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Juniper Ridge Camp Gets Six-Month Extension | Bend News
Bend and Deschutes County are pouring in an extra $550,000 to keep the Juniper Ridge homeless camp open through June 2027, extending a previously delayed…
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Redmond Tests Mobile Speed Cameras | Bend News
Redmond, Oregon, is deploying mobile speed radar cameras to dynamically catch speeding drivers and reshape road behavior—no fixed spots, no predictable traps…
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Amazon’s New Redmond Hub Speeds Deliveries | Bend News
Amazon’s new Redmond delivery hub is already speeding up shipments across the Pacific Northwest, marking a major leap in e-commerce logistics and local job…
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Class Four Side-by-Side Incident in Central Oregon | Bend News
A wild off-road incident in Central Oregon centers on a powerful Class Four side-by-side ATV, sparking curiosity and concern as authorities investigate how…
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Oregon's Fifth District Showdown | Bend News
Oregon’s Fifth District is heating up as incumbent Democrat Janelle Bynum faces off against Republican challenger Patti Adair in a high-stakes debate set for…
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Savory Spice Ship Still Standing | Bend News
Savory Spice Ship Still Standing | Bend News
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Amazon’s New Redmond Hub Speeds Deliveries | Bend News
Amazon’s new Redmond delivery hub is revolutionizing fast shipping—cutting transit times, boosting local jobs, and making online shopping quicker for everyone…
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Rain, Drones, and Diesel Delays | Bend News
Clouds linger and roads stay damp as scattered showers roll in tonight, with thunderstorms possible Wednesday through Thursday. Rising diesel costs are already…
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Redmond's New Hub Opens This Week | Bend News
Redmond’s brand-new Hub recreation center is officially opening this week — a massive, much-anticipated community gem designed to unite residents through…
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Pine Mountain Road in Disrepair | Bend News
Roads to the Pine Mountain Observatory in Central Oregon are crumbling so badly they’ve earned official warning signs—highlighting a growing infrastructure…
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Redmond Rec Center, Election Tension, and Vandalism | Bend News
Redmond’s brand-new recreation center is set to open this week, promising a massive upgrade for local fitness and fun. Meanwhile, Oregon’s governor race is…
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Redmond's New Hub Opens This Week | Bend News
Redmond’s brand-new “The Hub” recreation center is set to open this week, promising a massive, game-changing space for sports, relaxation, and community…
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Redmond's New Hub Opens This Week | Bend News
Redmond’s brand-new recreation hub, The Hub, is set to open this week — a massive community centerpiece packed with activities, spaces for families and…
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Culver Oregon Crisis Deepens | Bend News
In Culver, Oregon, a growing crisis is shaking the community—and it’s far from over. What began as a localized issue has spiraled into a complex, multi-layered…
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Horse Ridge Landfill Deal or Die | Bend News
Deschutes County’s landfill crisis is heating up—Knott Landfill will be full by 2031, forcing a fast decision. Their top hope, Horse Ridge, faces stiff…
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Deschutes Democrats Revoke Sheriff Endorsement | Bend News
The Deschutes Democrats faced a fiery internal battle over their sheriff candidate, James “Mac” McLaughlin, after the party’s executive committee revoked its…
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Amazon’s New Redmond Hub | Bend News
Amazon’s new Redmond fulfillment center is already a game-changer, packing and shipping at lightning speed while offering top-tier pay and flexible…
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Ship Turned Spice Shop Still Sailing | Bend News
A floating spice shop that’s been a community staple since 2011—once called Savory Spice, now Top Hat Spice Shop—is still serving up bold flavors from its…
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Redmond’s New Recreation Center Opens | Bend News
Redmond’s long-awaited recreation center is finally opening this week — a massive, community-focused hub designed to unite residents through fitness, events…
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AI Learns to Predict Words with Real Understanding | Bend News
AI researchers unveil a breakthrough system that predicts the next word in a sentence with stunning accuracy — not just by chance, but by truly understanding…
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Franklin Ave Closure Alert | Bend News
Bend’s Franklin Avenue undercrossing is shutting down Monday for two weeks—until September 28—to upgrade critical infrastructure, with detours in place and…
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Weather Shift Alert Starting Tuesday | Bend News
Weather’s about to shift—chill temps are fading fast. Starting Tuesday, clouds roll in, winds pick up, and scattered showers may pop up in the evening. Light…
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Bend’s Tree Rules Face Developer Pushback | Bend News
Bend’s tree protection code is holding firm as builders push back against costly rules requiring replanting or fees for cutting down trees—especially junipers…
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Oregon Marijuana Bust Revealed | Bend News
A $20 million marijuana operation was just busted in Redmond, Oregon—revealing how big this underground business has grown and why law enforcement is ramping…
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Oregon Seizes $20M Marijuana Bust | Bend News
Oregon just pulled off one of its biggest marijuana busts ever—seizing a $20 million operation that wasn’t your average backyard grow. This was a full-scale…
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Twenty Million Dollar Marijuana Bust in Oregon | Bend News
A $20 million marijuana operation was just busted in Oregon — a massive, well-organized haul that’s sending shockwaves through the black market and reigniting…
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Deschutes County Moves Forward | Bend News
Deschutes County finally picks a new trash dump after 125 years of debate — a major win for waste management. Redmond’s airport concession dispute heats up…
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Eastern Cascades Club Seeks New Home | Bend News
The Eastern Cascades Model Railroad Club is on the hunt for a new home as their current lease expires, seeking a space that can house their intricate miniature…
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Spring Prep at Crook County Parks | Bend News
Spring is in the air, and Crook County’s parks are gearing up for baseball and softball season with a full-court press at Rimrock and Crooked River Parks…
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Wildfire Threatens Paulina Oregon | Bend News
A fierce wildfire burning west of Paulina, Oregon, has officials on high alert since it erupted on September 11. With significant territory already scorched…
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The Ground Game in Rowe Creek Fire | Bend News
The Rowe Creek Complex fire is a relentless battle on the ground, where firefighters are clearing brush and debris by hand in dense pine forests—no headlines…
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Bears on the Rise, Tragedy, and a Cozy Lodge | Bend News
Bears are everywhere in Bend this season—biologists say it’s the busiest on record, fueled by a bumper food year that’s swelling the population. Meanwhile, the…
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New Lung Cancer Drug Offers Hope | Bend News
A groundbreaking new treatment for lung cancer, nivolumab, is changing the game—now approved for more patients after chemo, it boosts survival AND quality of…
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Wild Horse Rescue Stalled by Lawsuit | Bend News
A major wild horse rescue in southeast Oregon has been halted after a lawsuit challenges the roundup’s methods, raising concerns for the animals’ safety and…
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Join Bend’s Cleanup Day | Bend News
Join the statewide cleanup “Pick It Up, Bend!” this Sunday, Sept 27, from 10 AM to noon in the Old Mill District and Hayden Homes Amphitheater. Help remove…
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Deschutes County Theft Investigation | Bend News
Deschutes County law enforcement, led by Lieutenant James McLaughlin, is tackling a major theft involving over $100,000 in stolen goods—signaling a…
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Bend City Eyes $18M Office Buy | Bend News
Bend’s city leaders are eyeing a bold real estate play: buying a massive 70,000-square-foot office building for $18 million—far cheaper than their decade-long…
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Bend’s Wild, Weird, and Wistful Week | Bend News
A beloved tattoo shop owner, hailed as the “most kind person they’ve ever met,” tragically died in a horse-related accident, leaving the community heartbroken…
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Central Oregon Weather Shifts | Bend News
Fall’s creeping in with a cool breeze—Central Oregon’s highs are dipping into the upper 60s under high clouds, signaling a gentle seasonal shift. Pack an extra…
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General Duffy's Waterhole Up for Sale | Bend News
Redmond’s beloved General Duffy’s Waterhole is hitting the market after eight years of serving up good times — a major shift for its owners and the local…
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Cool Down & Wind Alert This Weekend | Bend News
Get ready for a major weather shift—cool temps drop Friday, but Saturday’s the real deal with rain, wind, and a dramatic change from the endless heat. It’s a…
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Maragas Winery Faces Licensing Lawsuit | Bend News
Maragas Winery in Central Oregon is under fire after being sued by the Oregon Liquor and Cannabis Commission for allegedly operating a tasting room and event…
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Nine Peaks Offers Affordable Housing in Bend | Bend News
Bend just unveiled Nine Peaks, a 45-unit affordable housing complex near St. Charles Medical System designed for older adults and people with…
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Boneyard Pub Break-Ins Spark Community Watch | Bend News
A Bend, Oregon pub is offering a $1,000 reward for tips leading to the arrest of repeat burglars who’ve targeted it and its brewery over the summer—owners are…
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Reward Offered for Restaurant Burglary | Bend News
A local brewery and restaurant is offering a $1,000 reward to catch the thieves behind a string of summer break-ins—security footage released in hopes someone…
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Fire Risk Assessments Save Homes | Bend News
Wildfire season is here, and Bend Fire and Rescue is taking proactive steps to protect homes by conducting risk assessments—evaluating vegetation proximity…
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Bend’s Wild Weather and Weird News | Bend News
Breezy and sunny skies ahead, but don’t let the weather fool you—winds are gusting 25-30 mph. Meanwhile, Bend’s latest headlines include a $1K reward for tips…
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Nine Peaks Project Brings Affordable Housing to Bend | Bend News
Nine Peaks, a new affordable housing project in Bend, Oregon, is rising near St. Charles Hospital to tackle the growing crisis of unaffordable living—offering…
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Prineville Reservoir Ramps in Crisis | Bend News
Prineville Reservoir’s boat ramps are in crisis as plummeting water levels expose mud and render many unusable, disrupting fishing and recreation—and impacting…
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Bear Roams Through Bend Neighborhood | Bend News
A young bear wandered into a southwest Bend neighborhood on September ninth, sparking surprise and awe—and a timely reminder to secure trash and keep pets…
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E-Motorcycle Riders Face Legal Consequences | Bend News
Thirty e-motorcycle riders caused chaos in Bend, leading to three arrests and sparking a statewide debate in Oregon over how to tackle repeat traffic…
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Bend’s Hidden Racial Covenants Exposed | Bend News
In Bend, Oregon, a community group unearthed a shocking racist covenant buried in the deed to Orchard Park—dating back to 1910, it banned Chinese and Japanese…
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Bend Gas Prices Hit $5 Again | Bend News
Gas prices in Bend, Oregon, just hit $5 a gallon for the third time this year—this time on Wednesday—and it’s becoming a summer staple. Drivers are feeling the…
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Gas Prices Hit $5.25 Nationwide | Bend News
Gas prices just hit a staggering $5.25 per gallon, sending shockwaves through everyday life as Americans scramble to cut back on fuel costs, rethink commutes…