Sheriff Turns Over Tax Collection Money
Deschutes County Sheriff’s office recently turned over $14,304.84 of 1924 taxes and $18,159.42 of 1923 taxes to the county treasurer. The taxes collected since January will be delinquent after April 5.
Inn Owner Announces Plans for New Wing
Philip R. Brooks, owner of Pilot Butte Inn, revealed plans for an immediate addition to the inn. The new wing, designed by local architect Hugh Thompson, will have 36 guest rooms with modern facilities. Construction is underway and is expected to be completed by June 1.
Famed Dog Driver to Visit Bend
Gunnar Kasson, known for delivering diphtheria serum to Nome with dog teams, is set to visit Bend. California motion picture producers seek Kasson and his dog team for films based on his heroic journey.
Redmond Plans “Tree Planting Day”
Redmond Commercial Club is sponsoring a campaign to plant shade trees on highway approaches, declaring March 31 as “Tree Planting Day”. The city already has started planting trees for beautification purposes.
Daylight Saving Considered for Bend
Bend City Commission is considering adopting daylight saving time to align with California’s recent approval of the practice. This decision will be made at the first April meeting after hearing from opponents.
Alcoholics Anonymous Group May Form in Bend
Representatives from Alcoholics Anonymous are visiting Bend to discuss forming a local unit. Interested residents are encouraged to attend a meeting at No. 8 Pinecrest.
Forest Highway Funds Allocated
$925,000 has been allocated for forest highway work in Central Oregon and North Santiam for 1950. Projects include grading on the Cascade Lakes highway and construction of bridges.
Dog Pound Shifts Location
Deschutes county humane society plans to move the dog pound to county-owned land east of Pilot Butte to improve conditions for dogs.
John Craig Memorial Ski Race
Registration is open for the John Craig Memorial cross-country ski race and tour in April. The annual event commemorates John Craig, a U.S. mail carrier who traveled the McKenzie Pass on skis.
New Jaycees Chapter in Sisters
The Three Sisters Jaycees chapter in Central Oregon is set to receive its official charter in April with plans for community projects.
For Sale: Town of Millican
The rustic town of Millican is up for sale for $245,000, offering potential for creative redevelopment projects. Previous plans to donate the site to the Animal Rescue League fell through, prompting the owner to put it on the market.
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