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Still short-staffed: DMV office closures linger this year across Central Oregon
BEND, Ore. – Just about any Central Oregonian who drives and/or owns a vehicle knows the longstanding drill about the in-person aspect of Oregon DMV offices – the take-a-number, take-a-seat and wait way to get things done that you can’t or don’t want to tackle online, such as driving tests.
Friday, Oct 2, 2026
Vancouver, Eugene residents killed in Hwy. 26 semi-SUV crash
WARM SPRINGS, Ore. -- Two people were killed Monday night in a head-on crash when a semi-truck driver lost control on a corner on U.S. Highway 26 on the Warm Springs Indian Reservation, Oregon State Police confirmed Friday.
Tuesday, Sep 15, 2026
The Bend Parkway turns 25 - but first, there was a big party
BEND, Ore. – Saturday marks 25 years since the main segment of the Bend Parkway opened to drivers – but first, in mid-August, came the “Play on the Parkway” dedication and celebration, billed as the “last chance to skip, scoot or skate the Parkway.”
Saturday, Aug 29, 2026