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Prospective Bobcats can get a close look at Central Oregon Community College's (COCC) academic offerings — from criminal justice and business to computer science and health careers — at the college's annual "Preview Day," held from 10 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. on Friday, May 13. Preregistration is required; call 541-383-7500 or visit cocc.edu/previewday to learn more. The event includes two 35-minute program overview sessions, with many categories to choose from, plus a Bend campus tour. "This is a great opportunity to get a feel for what it's like to be a Bobcat,&...

In preparation for the latest round of snow, crews put down magnesium chloride on the roadways to help break up the snow and ice yesterday. All available sanders are out on the roads this morning.You can report problem areas around town at bendoregon.gov/servicerequest.

Deschutes County is seeking volunteers from the Sisters area who are interested in serving on the County's Planning Commission. Applications will be accepted through Friday, April 29, at 5 p.m. The Planning Commission reviews land use policy and zoning regulations and makes recommendations to the Deschutes County Board of Commissioners. Members are the official citizen involvement committee on land use planning for the unincorporated area of the County, providing a forum for community input. There is one vacancy on the Planning Commission for a Sisters area member. The Sisters area me...

Deschutes County voters have until Tuesday, April 26, to register to vote in advance of the upcoming May 17 Primary Election. Tuesday, April 26, is also the party choice deadline. Voters who wish to vote in the Democratic or Republican closed primary elections need to be registered as a member of that party by the deadline. Voters can update their party affiliation online at www.oregonvotes.gov/myvote. Voters who are not affiliated with a major party will receive a non-partisan ballot that will only contain non-partisan state and local offices and measures. "Now is a great time to check ...

Crook County residents have been receiving phone calls from a person identified as an employee who works for the Crook County Sheriff's Office. The caller also indicates that a Judge will be signing a warrant for their arrest. The caller will usually try and get money from the resident. This is a scam call and please DO NOT give them any information that you cannot confirm. The Sheriff's Office will never ask a person for money or credit card information in exchange for not issuing a warrant. Be alert and do not give your credit card or banking information over the phone to anyone th...