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Bend man armed with flare gun is arrested following a hostage situation

Bend man armed with flare gun is arrested following a hostage situation

Oregon’s paid leave program will start collecting funds from workers, employers on Jan. 1

Oregon’s paid leave program will start collecting funds from workers, employers on Jan. 1

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What's happening this week in Bend and Deschutes County government

Western Innovator: Farmer grows world's most expensive spice

Western Innovator: Farmer grows world's most expensive spice

Study: Climate change is increasing the frequency and temperature of extreme heat waves

Study: Climate change is increasing the frequency and temperature of extreme heat waves

Bend businesses say they offer shopping you can't get online or the big-box store

Bend businesses say they offer shopping you can't get online or the big-box store

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Editorial: A remembrance of Bill Smith

Bend man armed with flare gun is arrested following a hostage situation

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Bend man armed with flare gun is arrested following a hostage situation

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A man who reportedly held a person hostage while armed with a flare gun was arrested by Bend police Saturday.

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Oregon’s paid leave program will start collecting funds from workers, employers on Jan. 1

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Oregon’s paid leave program will start collecting funds from workers, employers on Jan. 1

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What's happening this week in Bend and Deschutes County government

Western Innovator: Farmer grows world's most expensive spice

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Western Innovator: Farmer grows world's most expensive spice

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Study: Climate change is increasing the frequency and temperature of extreme heat waves

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Study: Climate change is increasing the frequency and temperature of extreme heat waves

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Bend businesses say they offer shopping you can't get online or the big-box store

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Bend man armed with flare gun is arrested following a hostage situation

Bend man armed with flare gun is arrested following a hostage situation

Oregon’s paid leave program will start collecting funds from workers, employers on Jan. 1

Oregon’s paid leave program will start collecting funds from workers, employers on Jan. 1

What's happening this week in Bend and Deschutes County government

What's happening this week in Bend and Deschutes County government

Study: Climate change is increasing the frequency and temperature of extreme heat waves

Study: Climate change is increasing the frequency and temperature of extreme heat waves

Bend man armed with flare gun is arrested following a hostage situation

Bend man armed with flare gun is arrested following a hostage situation

Oregon’s paid leave program will start collecting funds from workers, employers on Jan. 1

Oregon’s paid leave program will start collecting funds from workers, employers on Jan. 1

What's happening this week in Bend and Deschutes County government

What's happening this week in Bend and Deschutes County government

Study: Climate change is increasing the frequency and temperature of extreme heat waves

Study: Climate change is increasing the frequency and temperature of extreme heat waves

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No. 21 Oregon State rallies to upset No. 9 Oregon 38-34

No. 21 Oregon State rallies to upset No. 9 Oregon 38-34

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Seahawks happy to be home for a while, set to host Raiders

49ers' balanced offense provides big challenge to Saints

49ers' balanced offense provides big challenge to Saints

Remote desert camps house World Cup fans on a budget

Remote desert camps house World Cup fans on a budget

Down but not out, Summit comes back to beat Wilsonville 35-28 to claim 5A state football title

Down but not out, Summit comes back to beat Wilsonville 35-28 to claim 5A state football title

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No. 21 Oregon State rallies to upset No. 9 Oregon 38-34

No. 21 Oregon State rallies to upset No. 9 Oregon 38-34

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Seahawks happy to be home for a while, set to host Raiders

Seahawks happy to be home for a while, set to host Raiders

49ers' balanced offense provides big challenge to Saints

49ers' balanced offense provides big challenge to Saints

Remote desert camps house World Cup fans on a budget

Remote desert camps house World Cup fans on a budget

Down but not out, Summit comes back to beat Wilsonville 35-28 to claim 5A state football title

Down but not out, Summit comes back to beat Wilsonville 35-28 to claim 5A state football title

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Branching out with forestry studies

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Latinx programs at COCC help local high school and college students alike

Latinx programs at COCC help local high school and college students alike

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Business groups urge Congress to block potential rail strike

Business groups urge Congress to block potential rail strike

OMAHA, Neb. (AP) — Business groups are increasing the pressure on lawmakers to intervene and block a railroad strike before next month’s deadline in the stalled contract talks.

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Business groups urge Congress to block potential rail strike

Santa's back in town with inflation, inclusion on his mind

Santa's back in town with inflation, inclusion on his mind

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Fees for using MyChart? More health systems charging for some messages

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Central Oregon recreational cannabis dispensary directory

Central Oregon recreational cannabis dispensary directory

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Find your favorite food truck in Central Oregon

Fees for using MyChart? More health systems charging for some messages

Fees for using MyChart? More health systems charging for some messages

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Central Oregon recreational cannabis dispensary directory

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Tundra-like Fort Rock yields an unforgettable trip

Tundra-like Fort Rock yields an unforgettable trip

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It's not too late to get in shape for nordic skiing in Central Oregon

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Four easy Central Oregon hikes for Thanksgiving weekend

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Explore Calendar Nov. 25-Dec. 1

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Central Oregon outdoors and trail conditions

Bend author dives into world of belted kingfisher in 'Halcyon Journey'

Bend author dives into world of belted kingfisher in 'Halcyon Journey'

Tundra-like Fort Rock yields an unforgettable trip

Tundra-like Fort Rock yields an unforgettable trip

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It's not too late to get in shape for nordic skiing in Central Oregon

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Four easy Central Oregon hikes for Thanksgiving weekend

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Explore Calendar Nov. 25-Dec. 1

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Central Oregon outdoors and trail conditions

Bend author dives into world of belted kingfisher in 'Halcyon Journey'

Bend author dives into world of belted kingfisher in 'Halcyon Journey'

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Editorial: A remembrance of Bill Smith

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Editorial: Not clearing your sidewalk can mean a fine in Bend

Editorial: A remembrance of Bill Smith

Editorial: A remembrance of Bill Smith

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Editorial: Not clearing your sidewalk can mean a fine in Bend

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Walmart shooter left 'death note,' bought gun day of killing

Walmart shooter left 'death note,' bought gun day of killing

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Investigators seek motive in Colorado club shooting

Investigators seek motive in Colorado club shooting

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Walmart shooter left 'death note,' bought gun day of killing

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Investigators seek motive in Colorado club shooting

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