Stormy Weekend Ahead, for Central Oregon & Beyond

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Heavy rain, wind and snow for the mountains is expected Saturday and Sunday. Gusts in Bend, Redmond and all across the High Desert could reach up to 36 miles per hour.

O-DOT is warning drivers to use caution when driving and dial 5-11 for updates.

Below is an alert from the National Weather Service, showcasing dangerous conditions in other parts of the State.

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Oregons Jobless Rate 5.2%

Oregon’s unemployment rate was 5.2% in both November and December. The U.S. unemployment rate was 4.5% in November and 4.4% in December. In December, Oregon’s seasonally adjusted nonfarm payroll employment dropped by 2,200 jobs, following a gain