For the second time in ten days, the Central Oregon Drug Enforcement (CODE) Team seized a substantial amount of methamphetamine that was hidden in a secret compartment of a suspected smuggler’s vehicle, authorities said.  The driver of the vehicle was arrested for allegedly attempting to bring in ½ pound of meth from Salem to Bend. On Thursday, October 5, CODE developed reliable information that a shipment of meth was being prepared for transport from Salem to ... [full story]

Amity Creek Elementary School staff will flip pancakes in honor of Amity parents from 7:00 – 9:00 am on Wednesday, October 11 at their annual Parent Pancake Breakfast. Principal Carol Hammett says the breakfast is an event that she and her staff especially look forward to each year.“It’s wonderful to sit down with our students, staff and parents to enjoy a delicious breakfast. It really gives us a chance to get to know each other ... [full story]