High Desert Food and Farm Alliance (HDFFA) believes everyone deserves good food. They serve this belief everyday with programming in increasing access to healthy, locally grown food for Central Oregonians experiencing food insecurity; providing support...
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Visit Bend Announces New Destinations Stewardship Director, Zavier Borja
Visit Bend has announced today the hiring of Zavier Borja, who joins the Visit Bend team as the organization's new role of Destination Stewardship Director, beginning January 2, 2025. The Destination Stewardship Director will oversee Visit Bend’s grant...
Cozy Up with Page-turning Stories: Join the Winter Reading Challenge
Make the most of winter’s long days by joining Deschutes Public Library’s Winter Reading Challenge. The Winter Reading Challenge (January 1 – March 20) is your opportunity to explore new genres, read diverse authors, and participate in fun activities for the...
Mid Oregon Invests Over $56,000 in Local Healthcare and Education Initiatives
Donations embrace the credit union’s philosophy of people helping people Mid Oregon Credit Union, the only locally headquartered financial institution in Central Oregon, proudly announces its charitable donations of $56,000 to local healthcare and...
Luxury Travel Advisor Vicky Malakoff Joins TL365, a Travel Leaders Network Affiliate, Enhancing Client Access to Exclusive Benefits and Global Connections
Vicky Malakoff is thrilled to announce her new affiliation with TL365, part of the respected Travel Leaders Network (TLN). This exciting step allows her to offer clients even more enriched travel experiences, with unparalleled access to exclusive perks,...
Students from Heart of Oregon YouthBuild Selected to Attend National Leadership Conference
Two local youth joined movement of motivated young people in Washington D.C. at Annual YouthBuild AmeriCorps Conference of Young Leaders Miles Rosales and Nolan Wolfe, students at Heart of Oregon Corps YouthBuild, were elected to join more than 40 other young leaders...
Central Oregon Economic Indicators—November 2024
Economy in Central Oregon By Andrew Grimoldby | Workforce Analyst/Economist, East Cascades Oregon Employment Department November in View: The nation’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate marginally increased from 4.1% in October to 4.2% in November, and at the...
Elevate Your Leadership with Executive Presence
By Chris Petty, Owner of Express Employment Professionals & Specialized Recruiting Group of Central Oregon. Executive presence may seem like an elusive quality to embody, but cultivating an understanding of and refining your executive presence can distinguish you...
Ribbon Cutting Showcase—G. R. Johnson Law
We’re pleased to showcase the ribbon-cutting ceremony on December 7, 2024, to celebrate GR Johnson Law Firm's newly designed building. GR Johnson Law Firm brings three decades of experience and offers personal injury legal services to the people of Central Oregon. For...
Bend Chamber Awarded $20,000 Grant to Support Workforce Housing Initiative
The Bend Chamber is proud to announce a recent grant from Wells Fargo to support planning efforts for the Workforce Housing Initiative. The funding, totaling $20,000, will be used to support the Bend Chamber’s work to develop and launch a revolving loan program...
COCC Ask the Expert – Managing Projects Like a Pro
Question: In my job, I’m often in charge of several big projects in various stages of completion, all at once and with large teams of people. I’ve heard about a project management certification but I’m skeptical. Is it worth it? Should I really consider a Project...
Hayden Homes Amphitheater Opens Food Vendor Application for 2025 Concert Season
Local culinary concepts help curate destination for music lovers and foodies alike The Hayden Homes Amphitheater is now accepting applications from local food vendors for the upcoming 2025 summer concert season expected to run from mid-May through October. Interested...
Swearing, Social Media and Salary Talk: Top Taboos for US Job Seekers
Employees Also Find It Challenging Knowing When and Where to Be Honest Fifty-seven percent of U.S. job seekers say employees at their company are clueless about when and where it’s appropriate to be honest in the workplace. This lack of understanding about workplace...
Amanda Windlinx Joins the Bend Chamber Team
The Bend Chamber is pleased to announce that Amanda Windlinx recently joined the team as Programs Coordinator for the BendNEXT Foundation. Amanda comes with a rich background in community engagement, building relationships, and supporting the growth of others. Her...
Partners In Care Achieves Five Star CMS Ratings for Patient Care
Local Nonprofit Recognized Nationally for Exceptional Hospice and Home Health Care Programs For the third year in a row, Partners In Care has been recognized with a prestigious five-star rating on the Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems...
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