How the #DeschutesCounty Sheriff’s Office handled the investigation about Michael’s mrdr is beyond sketchy. (continues in the comments).
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Deschutes County is taking action to prevent wildfires with new "fire-free" disposal events—don't miss your chance to safely clean up yard debris!
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Deschutes County takes a stand for families and housing rights, declaring April 2026 as Child Abuse Prevention Month and Fair Housing Month, while a resident calls for action against ICE enforcement.
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Deschutes County is taking a big step towards modern policing by seeking federal funds to replace outdated body cameras and tasers, with the project potentially costing millions!
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Central Oregon's economy is booming with 750 new jobs and $200 million in investments, and the future looks even brighter with 188 active projects in the pipeline!
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Deschutes County officials warn that rising cannabis potency among youth is linked to a staggering increase in psychosis risk, just as funding for prevention programs is being slashed.
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Treasurer Bill Cooney warns that global oil shocks and rising Treasury yields could impact local budgets and consumer spending in Deschutes County.
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Deschutes County commissioners are caught in a heated debate over wolf-management policies as they navigate community distress and livestock losses in neighboring Wallowa County.
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Redmond's plan to clear the Desert Rise encampment is moving ahead despite a failed search for a managed camp operator, raising urgent concerns from residents about the future of those living there.
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I went to the Oregon Attorney General for help over Michael Patterson’s murder—and got told to go back to the same Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office whose failures are at the heart of this case.
That’s not just unacceptable. It’s enraging.
#JusticeForMichaelPatterson #deschutescounty #bendoregon
the #deschutescounty sheriff office is super corrupted and the #bendoregon citizens have to face injustice, mishandling, crime, unsafety and lies
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OREGON: “Evacuation orders dropped for wildfire near La Pine, though investigation continues” www.opb.org/article/2026... - @opb.org
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“LA PINE, Ore. (KATU) — Wildfire activity near La Pine has prompted the Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office to issue Level 3 and Level 1 evacuation notices for parts of the area.” katu.com/news/local/d... - KATU
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OREGON: “Residents in the La Pine area of Deschutes County are under a Level 3 “Go Now” evacuation warning due to an early season wildfire, according to the sheriff’s office.”
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OREGON: “Wildfire smoke hit Bend, other Oregon cities less during 2025 wildfire season, bucking long-term trend, DEQ says” ktvz.com/news/fire/20... - KTVZ 21
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First Van der Kamp, now Bailey. Looks like the Deschutes County Sheriff's Office is a black hole of negligence, corruption and unresolved cases, and we citizens have to live with injustice, crime and lies.
#justiceformichalispatterson #deschutescounty #deschutescountysheriff
First Van der Kamp, now Bailey. Looks like the Deschutes County Sheriff's Office is a black hole of negligence, corruption and unresolved cases, and we citizens have to live with injustice, crime and lies.
#justiceformichalispatterson #deschutescounty #deschutescountysheriff
8 months. No answers for Michael Patterson
Reports raise serious questions about a suspicious death in Deschutes County: drugs allegedly given beforehand, one of the same individuals present at the death scene, and people who didn’t call for help. What happened, and why the silence? #deschutescounty
The heated public hearing over the Lava Terrace winery modification highlights deep divides in the community over agritourism, environmental concerns, and local land use regulations.
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Exciting changes are on the horizon for affordable housing in Deschutes County as House Bill 4082 advances, potentially reshaping urban growth boundaries for senior and manufactured homes!
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Deschutes County's logo was mistakenly used in an opposition letter against a crucial transportation amendment that could impact funding for safe routes to schools, but the amendment now appears to be stalled.
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Deschutes County commissioners are taking a bold step to streamline transit tax administration by supporting Senate Bill 1544—could this change the game for local transit?
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Deschutes County is pushing for crucial changes in HB 4070 to protect local mental health programs from unfunded mandates and tackle the growing issue of unlicensed telehealth billing.
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Deschutes County is taking significant steps to enhance rural recycling services and improve safety with a new interchange planning grant, making life easier for residents in remote areas.
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Deschutes County has officially cleared the way for potential RV parks in the Tumalo Commercial District, igniting fierce debate over community impact and local character.
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Deschutes County is pushing for $4.25 million in federal funds to tackle urgent traffic issues in Redmond, including new signals and crucial design work.
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Deschutes County faces a staggering $600 million budget gap, sparking urgent discussions on new legislation and funding strategies to tackle rising costs.
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Deschutes County commissioners are keeping a close eye on new bills that could reshape tourism funding, raising concerns about the potential impact on local marketing and industry stability.
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A new bill could revolutionize farm retail by allowing events like pumpkin patches, but local officials are raising alarms over potential confusion and legal challenges.
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Deschutes County's IT representative warns that a proposed potatosecurity bill could compromise local resources and expose sensitive information without crucial amendments.
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