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Diverse CO Water Users Unite for Conservation Efforts

February 14, 2020

Diverse group of CO water users band together for conservation

Mike Britton, GM of North Unit Irrigation District, addresses water crisis in Jefferson County. "It takes a village" to tackle this issue.

Water shortages in Jefferson County lead to fallow fields

February 10, 2020

Water shortages to fallow fields again in Jefferson County

Discover the latest insights on water availability for farmers in 2020 at the Jefferson County Fairgrounds. Standing room only for crucial presentations.

Editorial: Basin in Need of Assistance for Solving Water Issues

February 10, 2020

Editorial: Basin could use some help for solving water issues

Solving water issues in the Deschutes Basin requires millions of dollars, agreement on contentious issues, and changes in laws. It's a complex but achievable goal.

Wickiup Reservoir water level expected to drop significantly

February 9, 2020

Wickiup Reservoir water level to fall short again

Experience the breathtaking views from the top of the dam at Wickiup Reservoir with three North Unit Irrigation District employees. Witness the partially frozen water below in a stunning swirl of green and white.

Inching Closer To A Mirror Pond Resolution

December 6, 2019

Inching Closer To A Mirror Pond Resolution

Local leaders discuss the future of Mirror Pond at Bend Park and Recreation District meeting. The water feature in downtown Bend needs dredging.

Sen. Wyden discusses importance of rivers in Bend event

December 3, 2019

Sen. Wyden to talk rivers in Bend on Dec. 14

Join U.S. Sen Ron Wyden in Bend on Dec. 14 as he advocates for more Oregon rivers to be protected under the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act.

Opal Springs fish ladder boosts trout and salmon populations

December 2, 2019

Opal Springs fish ladder opens doors for trout, salmon

The completion of the fish ladder project in Central Oregon marks a significant milestone for fish navigating rivers and streams in their life cycle.

Deschutes Commission Supports Habitat Conservation Plan

December 2, 2019

Deschutes commission backs habitat conservation plan

Learn about the Deschutes basin water use plan approved by the County Commission, impacting irrigation allocation for the next 30 years.

Guest Column: Row together to find river solutions

November 26, 2019

Guest Column: Row together to find river solutions

Discover how the agricultural community in Central Oregon has worked with partners to improve the health of the Deschutes River while preserving family farms and our rural way of life.

City receiving a major water rights boost

October 29, 2019

City receiving a major water rights boost

After reaching an agreement, the city of Prineville will finally receive the promised 5,100 acre-feet of water from the Bowman Dam bill.

Guest column: Exploring water quality in the Habitat Conservation Plan

October 26, 2019

Guest column: What about water quality in the Habitat Conservation Plan?

Learn about Portland General Electric's in-depth water quality study of Lake Billy Chinook and the surrounding rivers in this comprehensive report.

Editorial: Restoring the Deschutes River - Beyond Just Piping

October 23, 2019

Editorial: Healing the Deschutes is about more than piping

Discover the true story of the Deschutes River near Bend, where summer flows reach 980,000 gallons per minute. Explore the river's beauty and power.

USFWS Draft Deschutes Habitat Plan: Water for Farmers, Spotted Frog Habitat

October 3, 2019

Usfws Releases Draft Deschutes Habitat Plan; Aim Is Water For Farmers, Improve Habitat For Listed Spotted Frog, Fish

Review the draft habitat conservation plan in the Federal Register to protect endangered species and provide water to Central Oregon farmers. Comment period opens Oct. 4.

North Unit Irrigation District to Implement Canal Piping Project

October 2, 2019

North Unit Irrigation District plans canal piping

Join the North Unit Irrigation District for a public meeting on their canal-piping proposal to modernize infrastructure, conserve water, and enhance habitat.

Conservation plan to protect species and support farmers

September 29, 2019

Conservation plan would protect species and farmers

Learn about the new habitat conservation plan in the Deschutes River Basin, designed to protect species and support farmers while minimizing legal risks.

Columbia River closed to salmon and steelhead fishing

September 27, 2019

Columbia River closed to salmon and steelhead fishing

Discover the latest fishing regulations for the Columbia River, where most areas will be closed to salmon and steelhead fishing except for the Hanford Reach.

Guest column: Federal funding benefits local farmers, fish and wildlife

September 26, 2019

Guest column: Federal funding a win for local farmers, fish and wildlife

Discover how stream flows in the Deschutes River Basin may resemble those from the early 1900s in just five years. Learn more about this potential change.

Guest Opinion: Irrigators, Feds Play Trump Cards to Shortchange the Deschutes and Crooked Rivers

September 25, 2019

GUEST OPINION: CRYSTAL BALL: IRRIGATORS, FEDS PLAY TRUMP CARDS TO SHORTCHANGE THE DESCHUTES AND CROOKED RIVERS

Learn about the Habitat Conservation Plan proposed by eight irrigation districts and the City of Prineville, offering 30 years of immunity under the Endangered Species Act. Find out how this plan will impact the Deschutes Basin.

Letter to the Editor: The Water Belongs to Us - A Call for Action

September 25, 2019

Letter to the Editor: The Water Belongs to Us

Learn how federal taxpayer funds are being used to pipe canals in Central Oregon irrigation districts, totaling tens of millions of dollars.

Guest column: Addressing the salmon crisis with expert insights

September 24, 2019

Guest column: In response to the salmon crisis

Explore the urgent crisis facing Columbia Basin salmon and steelhead in Yancy Lind's insightful opinion piece. Learn about the grim outlook and the need for immediate action.

Guest column: The grim outlook for Columbia Basin salmon and steelhead

September 18, 2019

Guest column: The grim outlook for Columbia Basin salmon and steelhead

Discover the importance of Bonneville Dam on the Columbia River, where salmon and steelhead are counted as they migrate upstream. Learn about the declining numbers of these fish species.

Reservoir depletion forces Madras farmers to leave fields fallow

September 7, 2019

Reservoir depletion forces Madras farmers to leave fields fallow

Madras farmer Phil Fine leaves a quarter of fields fallow due to water restrictions at Wikiup Reservoir for the second year in a row. Find out more.

Modernizing irrigation systems in Oregon: Addressing complications

September 2, 2019

Across Oregon, modernizing irrigation systems involve complications

Discover the controversy surrounding preventing leaky canals in Central Oregon, as irrigators fight to conserve water and address the issue.

Guest Opinion: Restoring Salmon in Our Ecosystem

August 28, 2019

Guest Opinion: Restoring Salmon

Learn why the suggested alternative for salmon reintroduction above the Pelton Round Butte Hydroelectric Project may not meet the project's goals.

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