A Terrebonne man was arrested Wednesday after fleeing the scene of a traffic stop in Redmond and leading officers on a chase at speeds of up to 90 mph, Oregon State Police reported. An Oregon State Police (OSP) trooper assisted by a Deschutes County Sheriff's Deputy had stopped two cars at 3:40 a.m. August 23 on East Antler near Southeast 9th Street in Redmond.  Both vehicles had been seen coming from a closed section of ... [full story]

Every day, children face mental and emotional challenges that require patience, understanding and good judgment. How can parents teach their children to cope with this complex world? Oikos Global has created games designed to do just that. Oikos Games 1, 2 and 3, each aimed at a different age group, help children raise their emotional intelligence through rewards and consequences, repetition and play. The games involve various interpersonal situations that children may encounter in their ... [full story]

Are you one of the millions of American women who dislike their feet - feet that are dry, cracked and hidden from view? If you've tried countless creams, medications or pumice stones with little or no relief, or can't afford weekly spa pedicure treatments, don't fret. Relief for your time-worn, cracked tootsies is in sight, right in the comfort of your home. Dr. Jeffrey Best, a Norwalk, Conn., podiatrist, said that 25 percent of his patients complain ... [full story]

Q: I understand that Entrex has created a market for private companies by applying public market standards and disciplines. I know this could help me raise money for my company, but how do I determine what my company is worth today? - Jean Redman, business owner, Chicago. A: Jean, this is a great question. Today you may be the only shareholder, but this valuation exercise differentiates between being an owner of a company and being an ... [full story]

If you are like millions of other time-starved moms, the thought of back-to-school shopping leaves you feeling stressed and wondering how you can possibly get it all done within your budget and in the limited time you have. Take advantage of these mom-tested, time-saving tips this year and get your children ready for back-to-school in record time - without busting your budget: 1. Start with a plan: Create a master back-to-school shopping list and budget ... [full story]

The days are getting shorter and the weather is getting cooler. It's time to embrace the transitions of the season. Fall is an opportune time to make cost-effective improvements to your home, potentially increasing its value, aesthetic appeal and comfort level. If your yard lost the luster and beauty it had in prior seasons, brighten it up by adding flowers such as asters, mums and irises, or diversify by adding kale, ornamental peppers and grasses. This ... [full story]

ANTELOPE FLAT RESERVOIR: Opportunities for carryover rainbow trout from 10-18 inches are good; however anglers are reporting mixed success. Anglers should fish the deeper water near the dam this time of year. BIG LAVA LAKE : Like last week, angler success has been a little on the slow side. Folks are still catching fish though the success rate has gone down compared to several weeks ago. CLEAR LAKE : Clear Lake , located about 20 ... [full story]

Newest Puzzle Fire near Mt. Jefferson tops 4,100 Acres Comprised of the Black Crater, Lake George, and Puzzle fires, the Cascade Crest Complex Wildland Fire has burned just short of 19,000 acres and is estimated at 30 percent containment. The newest fire, dubbed “The Puzzle Fire” because of its proximity to the Puzzle Creek Drainage, started August 19 from unknown causes.  It has now grown to 4,126 acres with zero containment.  The Puzzle Fire is ... [full story]

The Central Oregon Community Action Agency Network (COCAAN) will be joining Clay Guild of the Cascades at the Boys & Girls Club of Bend during their second annual Wildfire Pottery Showcase event September 1-3.  The partnership is an effort to get more pottery bowls thrown for COCAAN’s annual Empty Bowls event, where artisan bowls are filled with soup and sold as a fundraiser for the COCAAN food bank. This year’s Empty Bowls event will be ... [full story]

Safeway stores in Oregon are conducting a five-week campaign to raise funds for the Muscular Dystrophy Association.Oregon stores join some 1,500 others across the country in the coordinated  campaign, which began Aug. 1 and runs through Labor Day weekend. Safeway stores are encouraging customers to donate $1 or more at any store checkstand by offering an MDA scannable checkout receipt.Safeway Inc. has over 1,700 stores across the US and Canada and last year raised more ... [full story]