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Government

U.S. Rep. Bentz talks Republican power, criticizes media in speech at eastern Oregon summit

Bentz was scheduled to discuss “resilience and environment” at the 2025 Eastern Oregon Economic Summit in Pendleton Oregon’s…

Business

Statewide minimum wage increases 35 cents, the lowest rise in ten years

The standard statewide hourly wage will rise to $15.05 per hour, while Portland’s minimum wage will rise to…

Bend

Bentz defends Republican tax and spending bill, despite costs and cuts impacting his district

Bentz voted to pass the bill despite past vows not to add to the national deficit, and representing…

Education

Jefferson County kids rely on free school meals – their continued funding faces uncertainty

Federal support underpins student nutrition in rural districts like 509J and Culver

Local News

Food pantry gears up for Dine Out

The Great Madras Community Dine-Out, benefitting the Madras Community Food Pantry, is returning for its third year on…

Local News

Consultants recommend spay/neuter clinic as animal services are reevaluated

Experts say local data supports shifting to preventative care and community-based programs

Government

Oregon Rep. Cliff Bentz insists Republicans ‘not cutting’ Medicaid, SNAP

Oregon’s lone Republican representative in Congress defended the party’s decision to attach new work and citizenship requirements to…