Environment
Deschutes County expands drop-off hours for hazardous waste
The Deschutes County Solid Waste Department is expanding its drop-off hours for household hazardous waste at Knott Landfill ... Read more
Author: Michael Kohn | The Bulletin
Michael Kohn has been public lands and environment reporter with The Bulletin since 2019. He enjoys hiking in the hills and forests near Bend with his family and exploring the state of Oregon.
He can be reached at: 541-617-7818, michael.kohn@bendbulletin.com
Environment
Late season snow blankets Mount Bachelor, improves snowpack
A late blast of wintery weather swept over the Central Cascades early on Monday morning, blanketing Mount Bachelor ... Read more
Environment
Deschutes County sets opening dates for mountain roads
The Deschutes County Road Department has announced opening dates for mountain roads that lead to some of the ... Read more
Environment
Timed reservation tickets open for Lava River Cave
Lava River Cave, one of the top attractions on the Deschutes National Forest, will open this year on ... Read more
Local News
How are Central Oregon businesses navigating Trump’s trade war?
Businesses across the country are watching and waiting to see how President Donald Trump’s tariffs will impact their ... Read more
Environment
Seasonal gate reopening dates unclear in some areas of the Deschutes National Forest
Heavy snowfall and wet conditions in the Deschutes National Forest are impacting seasonal gate reopening, adding another challenge ... Read more
Environment
Dock replacement at Crane Prairie planned this week
The Deschutes National Forest is planning to install a new, permanent boat dock this week at Crane Prairie ... Read more
Environment
Lawmakers pass bill that could reduce wildlife-vehicle collisions
A bill to improve coordination between state agencies to facilitate the construction of wildlife crossings has passed the ... Read more
Environment
Wolf kills calf in eastern Deschutes County
The Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife has reported this year’s first killing of livestock by a wolf ... Read more
Environment
Deschutes County offers free yard debris drops to reduce hazardous fuels
Deschutes County is hosting a series of free events for residents to dispose of yard debris. Drop-off dates ... Read more
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