Bend and three other Oregon cities are among the nation’s 50 worst for air pollution spikes.
The Statesman Journal reports the list from an American Lung Association report ranks Bend at number 26.
Eugene, Portland and Medford are also on the list.
Forest fires, wood-burning stoves and weather inversions are common reasons for the spikes.
FEB 26 – MARCH 1 | 2026 AT PREMIER PICKLEBALL CLUB IN REMOND, OR REGISTER BEFORE JAN. 1 FOR EARLY BIRD PRICING This four day tournament, presented by Lithia Motors, invites the community to come together for
Interior Department rolls out one dollar, one tree holiday savings on public lands: For the 2025–2026 winter holiday period, the cost is $1 per Christmas Tree or cord of firewood for all BLM office areas through Jan. 31, 2026. ‘Tis
Redmond Fire & Rescue is proud to announce its partnership with the Kiwanis Club of Redmond for this year’s Food Drive. This community initiative aims to provide essential food items to local families in need during the
Oregon Parks and Recreation Department (OPRD) is seeking public feedback on proposed rules governing unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) takeoff and landing in Oregon’s state parks and along the ocean shore. The proposed rules establish where and how
Bend Fire & Rescue was called to a house on NW Terra Meadow Dr Christmas Eve just before 2pm for a fire in a garage. Occupants and neighbors both reported a fire in the garage. Fire crews
