Why didn’t Summit High School in Bend have as many students yesterday?

Summit High School in Bend didn’t have as many students yesterday.

With the Florida School shootings fresh on everyone’s minds, twice as many students than normal were absent following a possible threat found in a bathroom.

This despite police and school administrators saying the threat does not appear credible.

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Camp Fire Teen Listening Session

Teen Connects offers stand-alone service projects and fun outings for youth ages 12 through 17 and who are looking for awesome volunteer experiences. We are excited for any teen to join us to make a difference and

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DCSO Shares Results of Natural Hazards Survey

In December of 2025, the Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office of Emergency Management asked local residents to share their experiences, concerns, and priorities related to natural hazards and emergency preparedness in a community-wide survey. The response was strong: