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Bend Bulletin - Water project merits skepticismBend Bulletin - Water project merits skepticism
September 7, 2010

August 25, 2010 - Bend Bulletin - Water project merits skepticism

Discover the complexity and uncertainty surrounding Bend's surface water project in this memo from the finance director. Find out how funding challenges may impact city water rates.

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Bend Bulletin - Oregon wildfire update - Latest news and updatesBend Bulletin - Oregon wildfire update - Latest news and updates
September 7, 2010

August 27, 2010 - Bend Bulletin - Oregon wildfire update

Stay updated on the latest wildfire news in Central Oregon. Progress on the White Lightning Fire near Maupin means the Deschutes River will reopen soon.

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Bend Bulletin: Irrigators uneasy as Wickiup Reservoir dwindlesBend Bulletin: Irrigators uneasy as Wickiup Reservoir dwindles
September 7, 2010

Septermber 6, 2010 - Bend Bulletin - Irrigators uneasy as Wickiup Reservoir dwindles

Irrigation managers in Central Oregon are worried about low Wickiup Reservoir levels and the impact on water availability for farmers and ranchers next summer.

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Bend Bulletin - Fantastic floating adventures in SeptemberBend Bulletin - Fantastic floating adventures in September
September 7, 2010

September 2, 2010 - Bend Bulletin - Fantastic floating

Experience the thrill of fly fishing at sunset along the marshy riverbanks. Watch as fish rise to your dry fly, but be careful not to pull too hard and lose your catch.

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Bend Bulletin - Work on area trails may be in storeBend Bulletin - Work on area trails may be in store
August 31, 2010

August 22, 2010 - Bend Bulletin - Work on area trails may be in store

Discover the latest U.S. Forest Service proposals for recreation sites in Sisters, including new viewing platforms near Whychus Creek and the Metolius River, and an improved road to the Black Butte Trailhead. Explore the beauty of the area!

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Bend Bulletin - Is another big steelhead run on the way?Bend Bulletin - Is another big steelhead run on the way?
August 31, 2010

August 19, 2010 - Bend Bulletin - Is another big steelhead run on the way?

Steelhead anglers are worried about the impact of above-average temperatures on the Lower Deschutes River this summer. Will the hard-fighting rainbow trout suffer?

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Biologists to sample fish population on Middle Deschutes - Bend BulletinBiologists to sample fish population on Middle Deschutes - Bend Bulletin
August 31, 2010

August 10, 2010 - Bend Bulletin - Biologists to sample fish population on Middle Deschutes

Biologists from the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife are conducting a survey of fish populations on the Middle Deschutes River this week.

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Bend Bulletin - Getting up to speedBend Bulletin - Getting up to speed
August 31, 2010

August 20, 2010 - Bend Bulletin - Getting up to speed

Explore the Deschutes Paddle Trail with 30 new informational kiosks at Cascade lakes. Discover the beauty and history of this scenic waterway.

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Bowman hydropower proposal moves ahead - Bend BulletinBowman hydropower proposal moves ahead - Bend Bulletin
August 31, 2010

August 15, 2010 - Bend Bulletin - Bowman hydropower proposal moves ahead

Discover why the power company's plans for the site are on hold due to the federal Wild and Scenic River designation. Learn more about this environmental hurdle.

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Bend Bulletin - Company plans new hydroelectric facilityBend Bulletin - Company plans new hydroelectric facility
August 30, 2010

July 21, 2010 - Bend Bulletin - Company plans new hydroelectric facility

A Bend company is set to construct a 5-megawatt hydroelectric facility on the North Unit Irrigation District's main canal in Jefferson County, generating electricity for sale.

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Lottery grant boosts plans for park - Bend BulletinLottery grant boosts plans for park - Bend Bulletin
August 30, 2010

July 30, 2010 - Bend Bulletin - Lottery grant boosts plans for park

The Bend park district receives a $250,000 state lottery grant to develop a new riverfront park near Colorado Avenue, enhancing outdoor recreation opportunities.

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Bend Bulletin: Bend's water plans raise concerns about TumaloBend Bulletin: Bend's water plans raise concerns about Tumalo
August 30, 2010

July 19, 2010 - Bend Bulletin - Bend's water plans raise concerns about Tumalo

Stay informed on the $71 million water system upgrade in Bend and its impact on Tumalo Creek. Conservation groups are monitoring the changes closely.

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Bend Bulletin - PGE proposes 210-mile power lineBend Bulletin - PGE proposes 210-mile power line
August 30, 2010

June 10, 2010 - Bend Bulletin - PGE proposes 210-mile power line

Learn about the proposed 210-mile transmission line from Salem to Boardman, crossing the Cascades and rivers, impacting local communities and environment.

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Fish-friendly restoration plan approved for Whychus River by Bend BulletinFish-friendly restoration plan approved for Whychus River by Bend Bulletin
August 30, 2010

June 21, 2010 - Bend Bulletin - Fish-friendly restoration plan OK'd for Whychus

Discover the approved plan for the Whychus Creek Wild and Scenic River in Deschutes National Forest. Learn about restoration priorities and efforts to make the creek more fish-friendly for salmon and steelhead.

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Bend Bulletin - Get ready for parks vs schoolsBend Bulletin - Get ready for parks vs schools
August 30, 2010

June 15, 2010 - Bend Bulletin - Get ready for parks vs schools

In 2009, voters approved a constitutional amendment allocating 15% of lottery revenue to state parks and watersheds. The funding provision expires in 2015 unless renewed by voters in November 2014. Support conservation efforts now!

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Salmon hatch starts early on Lower Deschutes - Bend BulletinSalmon hatch starts early on Lower Deschutes - Bend Bulletin
August 30, 2010

May 22, 2010 - Bend Bulletin - Salmon hatch starts early on Lower Deschutes

Plan your fishing trip to the Lower Deschutes River now to catch the salmonfly hatch before it's too late. Don't miss out on this angler's paradise!

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Bend Bulletin - A late-season lift in JuneBend Bulletin - A late-season lift in June
August 30, 2010

June 28, 2010 - Bend Bulletin - A late-season lift

As summer arrives, hikers face slushy obstacles on mountain trails. Stay prepared for changing weather conditions while enjoying the warm and sunny days.

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Bend Bulletin - Float for the Flow - River AdventureBend Bulletin - Float for the Flow - River Adventure
August 11, 2010

August 8, 2010 - Bend Bulletin - Float for the Flow

Join Ken Bicart as he watches inflatable crafts on the Deschutes River at Riverbend Park. Will he get some betting action going?

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Bend Bulletin - Race for the Deschutes - Exciting Event in Central OregonBend Bulletin - Race for the Deschutes - Exciting Event in Central Oregon
July 27, 2010

July 27, 2010 - Bend Bulletin - Race for the Deschutes

Join us at Race for the River on Aug. 7 for a fun-filled event hosted by the conservancy. Experience the thrill of the race while supporting a great cause!

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Bend Bulletin - Race for the River benefits conservancyBend Bulletin - Race for the River benefits conservancy
July 15, 2010

July 11, 2010 - Bend Bulletin - Race for the River benefits conservancy

Join the Deschutes River Conservancy for Race for the River on Aug. 7 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Enjoy a day of fun and support a great cause!

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Bend Bulletin - For Deschutes fish, a brand new routeBend Bulletin - For Deschutes fish, a brand new route
June 1, 2010

April 17, 2010 - Bend Bulletin - For Deschutes fish, a brand new route

Brad Wymore expertly sorts young salmon at Lake Billy Chinook facility, using water and anesthesia. Witness his precise technique in action.

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Bad Weather Poses Challenges for Drivers and Irrigators in Bend AreaBad Weather Poses Challenges for Drivers and Irrigators in Bend Area
May 27, 2010

April 8, 2010 - Bend Bulletin - It's bad weather for drivers, but to area irrigators

Prepare for more snow in the Central Cascades as ODOT extends studded tire deadline to April 17. Stay safe on the roads with potentially difficult conditions.

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Bend Bulletin - Pipe dreams and reality in the newsBend Bulletin - Pipe dreams and reality in the news
May 18, 2010

April 26, 2010 - Bend Bulletin - Pipe dreams

Discover how irrigation districts in Central Oregon have been upgrading their systems by replacing open canals with buried pipe. Learn more about the projects completed by Central Oregon Irrigation District, Three Sisters Irrigation District, and North Unit Irrigation District.

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Bend Bulletin - Piping irrigation canals benefits riversBend Bulletin - Piping irrigation canals benefits rivers
May 18, 2010

May 5, 2010 - Bend Bulletin - Piping irrigation canals is good for our rivers

The Deschutes River Conservancy is dedicated to restoring streamflow through canal piping to improve the health of local rivers and streams. Join us in our mission today.

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