Posts in category 'Central Oregon Lifestyle'

Essentials to Keep in Your Emergency Kit

Let's face it: You can't predict the future. That's why having a fully stocked emergency kit is so important. No matter the time of year, it's always better to play it safe.  

Would you and your family be prepared, just in case?  Putting essential supplies together doesn't have to be a chore and can even be done fairly quickly. You just need a list and a plan.

Need ideas? See below for useful items in any situation. 

• Communication: Stay connected even if you lose power. Try a hand-crank or battery-powered radio — preferably one with charging ability to keep your devices running. 
  
  
• Lighting: 

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Sunriver Area Community Information:

Phase 2, Deschutes County  - In compliance with guidelines

• Gathering limits will be raised to 50 people indoors, and 100 people outdoors.
• Indoor and outdoor venues, including churches, faith-based organizations, and theaters, with six feet of physical distancing and other measures in place, can reach a COVID-19 occupancy limit of up to 250 people.
• Offices can begin reopening and employees can return to workplaces with physical distancing and other measures in place, although remote work is still strongly recommended whenever possible.
• Increased travel is allowed throughout Oregon, though staying local is still recommended to prevent overloading county health systems.
• Restaurants and bars will have curfews extended to midnight.
• Pools and sports courts will be allowed to reopen under new guidance.
• Indoor and outdoor activities such...

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Recreational Marijuana Became Legal in Central Oregon

On July 1, 2015, recreational marijuana became legal in Oregon for adults 21 and over. It's important to know the facts. Included below are the state rules for recreational marijuana, as well as local regulations in Central Oregon cities and counties related to the sale and distribution of marijuana. Local regulations impacting the commercial side of the cannabis industry vary by city so be sure to check with yoru jurisdiction to determine what is permissible.

21+ = Legal age to possess, use and buy

4 = Plants permitted per property

8 = Ounces of usable marijuana permitted in one's home

1 = Ounce allowed "on your person"

Public use of marijuana is illegal, allowed only at home or on private property

Recreational law does not a...

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