Beginning October 5, 2022, all public use restrictions on the Deschutes National Forest have been lifted. The lifting of the Public Use Restrictions means that campfires are now allowed outside of designated campgrounds. However, given recent warm temperatures, fire officials remind the public to continue to be cautious with any possible ignition sources and ensure that all campfires are thoroughly extinguished. Remember to have plenty of water nearby and a shovel on-hand when maintaining a campfire. Using explosive target material, such as Tannerite, explosives, and fireworks are always prohibited on all national forest lands. To ensure that a fire is completely extinguished, people should use the "Drown, Stir, and Feel" method. Using that method a person drowns the fire with water, then stirs around the fire area with a shovel to wet any remaining embers and ash. People should be sure to turn wood and coals over and wet all sides. Then people should move some dirt onto the
Redmond Rotary Club's sponsorship at the recent Wild Ride Jump Show raised $10,000 for the Central Oregon Veterans Ranch. Rotarian Justin Homan organized the sponsorship event and could be seen jumping the ramps. Rotarians will present a $10,000 donation check to Central Oregon Veterans Ranch Wednesday. WHEN: Wednesday, October 5, 2022 - 3:00 PM WHERE: At Wild Ride Brewing Company - 332 SW 5th Street, Redmond. COVR is a local nonprofit that works to build community for veterans. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ceUnfxjGz2Y&authuser=1
Central Oregon Community College (COCC) is hosting a series of Zoom-based information sessions this fall for its veterinary technician program. The sessions provide a program overview with details on structure, length and cost. Tues., Oct. 4, noon-1 p.m. Thurs., Oct. 27, noon-1 p.m. Tues., Nov. 1, 9-10 a.m. Tues., Nov. 15, 5-6 p.m. Thurs., Dec. 1, noon-1 p.m. This is an opportunity for those interested in the veterinary technician field to learn more about career options, application requirements, selection criteria and the training facility. To sign up for a session, or to learn more, contact Beth Palmer, program director, at bpalmer@cocc.edu or 541-318-3724
Construction on two new roundabouts will begin soon on Highway 20 west of Bend. ODOT is working to improve traffic and pedestrian safety on U.S. 20 from Tumalo to Cooley Road. Construction will begin this fall. Several improvements are underway with consruction including: • Repaving U.S. 20 from MP 14.31 to 17.39. • Bridge deck improvements on the Deschutes River Bridge. • Two roundabouts at the intersections of U.S. 20/Old Bend-Redmond and U.S. 20/OB Riley Road. • A bike/pedestrian undercrossing at U.S. 20 and 4th Street in Tumalo. • A shared use path from Cooley Road to the intersection of Old Bend-Redmond Highway. • The extension of two eastbound lanes on U.S. 20 from the Old Bend-Redmond intersection east to milepost 17.23.