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Greenwood Avenue is getting another traffic tweak!

🚗 Construction starts Aug. 24 to tear out part of the median between 1st & 2nd and extend the eastbound left-turn lane at 3rd Street to cut down on backups. Work wraps up before Labor Day! Do you think a longer turn…

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Carhartt is officially opening its first Central Oregon store in the former Cracker Barrel spot on Robal Lane!

🧥 Construction and hiring are in motion for a November 12th opening in one of three new retail spaces at the site. Are you hyped for a Carhartt store in Bend, or what else would you like to see move into the Robal…

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13 families just got the keys to permanently affordable, net-zero homes in Southwest Redmond thanks to Bend-Redmond Habitat for Humanity!

🏡☀️ With average electric bills expected to hit just $15 a month, this is a massive win for local workers. Would you like to see more net-zero cottage developments pop up around Central Oregon? 👇

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Redmond High's main academic building is shutting down for the entire school year to handle an asbestos cleanup.

Core classes are officially moving into modulars, and several arts programs are being relocated. 🏫🛠️ How do you think this massive campus shuffle will affect the students this year? Let us know below! 👇

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End of an era in Prineville.

🏫 After 32 years, High Desert Christian Academy has announced it is permanently closing its doors on July 31st. This leaves local families and staff facing an immediate search for new education and childcare…

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Say goodbye to airport parking stress!

✈️🚌 Cascades East Transit is working on a new hourly, early-morning bus service running directly from Bend’s Hawthorne Station straight to RDM for around $15 each way. Would you swap driving Highway 97 for a cheap…

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A massive 17,500-acre restoration project is being proposed north of Sisters, including forest thinning across 14,400 acres and changes to local trail systems.

🌲 Trails, wildfire safety, and land management are all on the table, and the public comment deadline is August 14th. Is this project a win for forest health or a worry for trail users? 👇

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Domino’s has officially opened its very first location in Sisters, bringing a pickup window, indoor seating, and 20 new jobs to North Arrowleaf Trail.

🍕🚗 Convenient new option for pizza night, or a corporate addition that doesn't fit the local vibe? Let’s hear your take below! 👇

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No more waiting a week for your Amazon packages!

📦⚡ Redmond's new delivery center is officially open, bringing same-day and next-day delivery speeds to Central Oregon, along with over 170 local jobs. Have you already noticed your packages arriving way faster? 🚚

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Redmond’s Fourth of July exception might be going up in smoke.

🎆 After three homes were destroyed and over 25 acres burned this season, the Police Chief is pushing for a total, year-round fireworks ban. With neighboring cities like Bend and Sisters already dry, is it time for…

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Out with Solomon’s, in with Coorie!

🍽️✨ Tetherow’s premier dining space just reopened as a brand-new Pacific Northwest dinner spot focused on local ingredients, great views, and cozy vibes. Are you making reservations here for your next date night? Let…

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Exclusive scoop for Bend foodies!

🍔 The empty Super Deluxe building at 3rd & Hawthorne is officially getting a new life—Habit Burger & Grill has filed plans to take over the drive-thru spot. Get ready for flame-broiled charburgers in the heart of the…

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The wait is almost over—Yeoman is finally punching through to 18th Street!

🚗💨 This connection is a massive win for northside commutes, and soon it’ll stretch all the way to Butler Market Road, giving the Petrosa neighborhood a huge new access option. ​Think this will finally smooth out the…

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You see the local updates here every week—but did you know the Kromm Real Estate Team is the engine behind it all?

🛠️🏡 We track the growth, the infrastructure, and the neighborhood shifts daily so our clients are always one step ahead. If you’re looking to buy, sell, or just navigate the high desert market with confidence, let’s…

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We've been tracking the progress of this development for months, and the moment is finally here—applications are officially OPEN for Nine Peaks!

🏔️ Located right near St. Charles on NE Connors Ave, these apartments are capped for households making 50% AMI or less, with rents starting at $915/month. Move-ins are coming fast as construction wraps up at the end…

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Bend is rolling out the red carpet for big business!

💼 Bend City Council just approved a resolution to offer 10-year property tax breaks to companies willing to invest $25M and create high-paying local jobs. But don't worry, there's a "clawback" clause if they don't…

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The Bend Central District’s big plans just hit a wall.

🛑 The city has officially canceled the proposed BCD Economic Improvement District after more than 33% of local business and property owners filed objections to the new tax. Is this a win for local business owners who…

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A years-long rezoning battle between Sisters and Redmond is officially over.

🏔️ The Peaks 360 is moving forward on 710 acres, bringing 70 new ten-acre rural residential lots to the high desert despite a fight over preserving local ranch land. Is luxury, low-density development the right move…

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Set your alarms: Bend Park and Rec’s fall registration opens Tuesday, August 4th at 6:00 AM sharp!

⏰🍁 This covers everything from September to December, including youth indoor soccer, basketball, volleyball, swim lessons, and adult ice leagues. Make sure your BPRD household account is updated and your wishlist is…

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It’s official: Both Way West at the Jackstraw and the massive new food truck lot behind Powder House are officially OPEN.

🍻🥩 West Side Bend just got a major patio upgrade right in time for the weekend. Which spot are you checking out first? 👇

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The dusty lot between Arizona & Colorado is officially seeing action, with heavy machinery on-site and a groundbreaking for Spa Cascada locked in before the end of the month!

🚜💆‍♀️ Another major wellness glow-up is coming to the Box Factory neighborhood. Are you hyped for a new spa oasis right in the center of the action, or is this area getting too packed? 👀👇

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The ghost of Joann Fabrics is being replaced by organic veggies and...

maybe some cookie butter? 🛒👀 Redmond is officially getting a Natural Grocers early next year, and signs are pointing to Bend’s second Trader Joe's landing on the south side at Pioneer Crossing. Are you more excited…

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Balloons Over Bend is back July 24–26!

🎈✨ From sunrise launches at Jewell Elementary to Friday night glows at COCC and Saturday's Redmond Brewfest at American Legion Park, there are tons of ways to catch the magic. Are you waking up early for the sunrise…

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Major shakeup for north Bend foodies: Kefi Mediterranean is officially up for sale.

🥙 Owner Nick Stanitsas is relocating back to California for family reasons, but he's hoping a new owner will keep the beloved concept alive. 🤞 For now, they're open and operating as usual! What's your go-to order at…

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