The Dispatch — Friday, October 23

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Friday, October 23  ·  Daily Briefing

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Idaho sheep producers seek federal action over lamb imports

Idaho sheep producers urge federal action into how imported lamb impacts the domestic market, fearing foreign competition threatens U.S. sheep ranching's future…

Bend-La Pine Schools has asked families and staff to share feedback on returning students to class by filling out a survey.

State leaders and law enforcement officials held a community forum Thursday to mark the one year anniversary of the database, which they hope increases transpar…

Suspect Sighting

A suspect spotted in the area of North Crestland, with units being dispatched to the location. Police are on the scene to investigate.

Officer Safety Plan at Westview Courts

An officer safety plan was initiated due to a large knife found under the driver s seat of a vehicle. The driver with a suspended license. T…

Vehicle Incident on I-90 at Exit 277

A Volkswagen was involved in an incident on I-90 at Exit 277, possibly related to a merging issue. The incident is being handled by units at…

Commercial Alarm at Spirit Halloween

A commercial alarm was triggered at Spirit Halloween, located at 12300 block of North Division. Units are responding to investigate the caus…

Burglary in Progress at 2000 block of North Monroe

A burglary is in progress at 2000 block of North Monroe, with the front window broken and items taken from inside. The building has not yet …

False Alarm at 400 block of South University Road

A false alarm was reported at 400 block of South University Road. Valley Engine 1 responded to the scene. The incident was quickly determine…

Arrest and Warrant Service

Suspect Vehicle Sighting Near Downriver

A suspect vehicle was spotted just west of Downriver on the neck. The vehicle was identified by pieces found at the scene. The incident is r…

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