Maty, the first three-legged dog to qualify for the Skyhoundz Canine Disc World Championship held in Atlanta, Georgia last weekend proved she can compete against the four-legged competitors.  Maty and her throwing partner, Troy Kerstetter took seventh place in the Sport Division Distance and Accuracy.   Atlanta Fans wish Maty, the three-legged dog good luck in Skyhoundz Canine Disc World Championship in Piedmont Park in Atlanta. Jeff Perry of Skyhoundz commented that “Maty came to play, finishing ... [full story]

On Thursday, September 28 and Friday, September 29, the railroad crossing at Smith Rock Way in Terrebonne will be closed to traffic to allow BNSF to repair the crossing. For more information, contact the Deschutes County Road Department at 388-6581. [full story]

On Thursday, October 5, 2006, the public is invited to attend an informational luncheon meeting on the Deschutes County Home Rule Charter proposal that will be on the ballot this November.  A home rule charter is like a constitution for the County which would allow changes in the structure of County government, i.e. changing the number of commissioners from three to five, having the commission elections be nonpartisan like the Sheriff and the Clerk, electing the commissioners by geographic districts ... [full story]

If you've never been addicted, this may surprise you: Getting into treatment for an alcohol, drug or gambling addiction is often a frightening experience. You're afraid of change, scared to live without your habit, questioning whether you deserve success because people have beaten you down about your failings. Not only that, but people also often get into treatment as a result of a crisis -- a brush with the law, loss of children to state ... [full story]

The Humane Society of Central Oregon needs the communities help in providing premium kitten, puppy, adult dog and cat food to feed the 158 animals currently in our shelter and foster homes.  The shelter cares for nearly 5,000 animals each year, and asks the public's assistance in the feeding of these homeless animals. The Humane Society of Central Oregon needs premium dry food for kittens, puppies, adult dogs and cats.  The animals require the best possible nutrition and ... [full story]

More than 450 kindergarten through third grade R.E. Jewell Elementary School students were given the gift of literacy on Thursday, thanks to the Chalkboard Project.  Each student received a new book to take home, in either English or Spanish, on September 28.Chalkboard Project’s Shirley Skidmore says the donation will help reinforce the importance of building a strong foundation in reading. “Research tells us that children who are proficient readers by third grade are more likely to ... [full story]

Four Deschutes County Sheriff’s deputies and one Oregon State Police trooper are on paid leave pending the review of a fatal shooting that left a La Pine man dead on Friday, September 15.   Devon Shane Linville was fatally shot by an officer at 52476 Lost Ponderosa Road in La Pine. Devon Shane Linville, 35, reportedly attacked an officer with a knife that had responded to a 911 domestic violence call.  The incident took place at the ... [full story]

Bend Metro Parks & Recreation and Palmer Homes will officially dedicateBend's newest park--Gardenside Park--at a ceremony that will take place on Thursday, September 28 from 4-6 p.m.At nearly two acres in size, Gardenside Park features a patio with coveredpicnic structure and tables, paved walkways connecting to community trails, youth play equipment, restroom facilities and landscaped open space.The event will double as a community celebration, with a barbecue, icecream, balloons and face painting.  Following brief remarks ... [full story]

Bend has long been touted by national publications as one of the best places to live, so it may not come as a surprise that Money Magazine has now ranked it as one of the top 100 places to retire. The city ranked No. 86 out of 100.  It was in good company with Beaverton at No. 79 and Hillsboro at No. 63. Places like Portland, Eugene, Springfield and Salem did not make the cut.  ... [full story]

Jared Vanderhoff is the new Senior District Executive for the Crater Lake Council's Fremont District, Boy Scouts of America, which serves central Oregon. He comes to the district from the Oregon Trail Council, having held posts in Corvallis, Newport and Springfield. Vanderhoff will work with Scouts and adult volunteers in Deschutes, Jefferson and Crook counties. His work involves building membership at both youth and adult levels, fundraising, program development and leadership training. An Eagle Scout ... [full story]