LRS is proud to announce the promotion of six architects and designers in 2025! Meet our new Associates and Senior Associates! Matt Dreska, Senior Associate. Matt is a Registered Architect and LEED Green Associate who has been with LRS since 2011. He is a...
Member Announcements
Shriners Children’s Named Forbes Best Mid-Sized Employer 2025
At a time when healthcare organizations are often under a bigger microscope than ever by their employees, Shriners Children’s has been named the top Midsized Employer for 2025 by Forbes and Statistica Inc. “We are proud that our employees feel so great about working...
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Oregon Program Director Appointed to Big Brothers Big Sisters of America National Leadership Council
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Oregon is proud to announce that Program Director Jenn Davis has been voted onto the National Leadership Council for Big Brothers Big Sisters of America (BBBSA). This prestigious appointment reflects Davis’s dedication to...
Work-Collective Announces Midtown Location
Expanding Local Roots With a New Midtown Location Opening Summer 2025 Two homegrown Bend brands, BlackStrap and Work-Collective, are joining forces to launch a dynamic new coworking space in the city’s emerging Midtown district. Set to open in early to...
Think Wild Cares for Rare American Goshawk Injured in Chicken Coop
Think Wild, Central Oregon’s wildlife hospital and conservation center, recently rescued a juvenile American goshawk after the bird became entangled in netting in a chicken coop. American goshawks are a Species of Greatest Concern in Oregon and are known for...
Rich Reese Joins Key Committees To Address Housing & Development
Written by Sophie Brentlinger Compass Commercial Real Estate Services is proud to announce that Rich Reese, VP of Construction, has been appointed to both the Affordable Housing Advisory Committee with the City of Bend and the Bend Chamber’s Advocacy Council....
Partners In Care Introduces End-of-Life Doula Program
Partners In Care, the leading and most trusted provider of hospice, home health, and palliative care services in Central Oregon, will be introducing an official end-of-life doula program in partnership with The Peaceful Presence Project. Based in the Partners...
Mid Oregon Receives Fourth Crystal Performance Award
Local institution among only 20 recognized nationwide. Mid Oregon Credit Union received a 2024 Crystal Performance Award from Raddon®. Raddon presents these prestigious awards each year to the participants in their Performance Analytics program. The 20...
Oliver Lemon’s MEGA MEAT Marketing Sizzles at National Grocers Awards
Association honors the Terrebonne, Oregon, market with two Creative Choice Awards The National Grocers Association (NGA) presented Oliver Lemon’s/Terrebonne with two Creative Choice Awards at its annual https://www.thengashow.com/ convention in Las...
St. Charles, The Center Officially Integrate
Move helps stabilize access to orthopedic, neurosurgical, physical and rehabilitation medicine in Central Oregon St. Charles Health System announced that its integration with The Center Orthopedic & Neurosurgical Care is officially complete, helping...
KTVZ Announces Exciting Brand Evolution: From Newschannel 21 to KTVZ News
KTVZ is proud to announce a major rebranding, transitioning from NewsChannel 21 to KTVZ News. This change reflects the station’s ongoing commitment to delivering high-quality, accessible, and community-focused news anytime, anywhere. The evolution to KTVZ News...
RootedHomes Seeks Dynamic Leader to Expand Affordable Housing in Central Oregon
RootedHomes, a leading nonprofit dedicated to creating sustainable, affordable homeownership opportunities in Central Oregon, recently announced the launch of a search for a dynamic and strategic Executive Director. This pivotal leadership role will guide the...
Heart of Oregon Corps Closes on Site for New Youth-Focused Workforce Development Central Campus
Legacy 25 Campus Campaign launched to raise final $2.5 million in the organization's 25th anniversary year Heart of Oregon Corps announced at a press conference the celebration of its 25th anniversary with the close of sale on a 3.4-acre site for a much-needed...
Shamrock Showdown: A St. Patrick’s Day Cornhole Tournament for a Cause
Get ready to toss some bags and celebrate for a cause! MountainStar Family Relief Nursery is excited to introduce the Shamrock Showdown, a brand-new St. Patrick’s Day-themed cornhole tournament and family-friendly activities happening on Saturday, March 15th...
Bend’s Cultural Scene is Thriving And You Can Be a Part of It!
Great news, Bend! If you love seeing our city come alive with arts, music, and cultural events, here’s your chance to help make it happen. The Bend Cultural Tourism Fund (BCTF) is now accepting grant applications! These grants fuel creative projects that bring...
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