The Program will Continue Providing Professional and Personal Development to Help Employers Retain Top Talent On September 3, the Bend Young Professionals (Bend YP) program rebranded to Bend Emerging Talent. The change reflects the organization’s evolving mission and...
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Saving Grace Launches Innovative Program to Partner with Bars and Restaurants in Violence Prevention Efforts
Saving Grace is proud to announce the launch of our new Violence Prevention Partner Program, an initiative that invites local bars and restaurants to play an active role in preventing intimate partner violence (IPV) within our community. This program aims to raise...
City Begins Electrification Policy Analysis
The City’s Environment and Climate Committee recently held its first meeting to discuss policies and best practices related to building electrification. As background, a defined goal of City Council and the Climate Protection Plan (CPP) is a reduction of carbon...
City of Bend Seeking Applications for Affordable Housing
The City of Bend is seeking applications from eligible landowners who are interested in getting more affordable housing on the ground through a one-time UGB expansion. In 2024, the Oregon legislature passed a bill, known as Senate Bill 1537 (SB 1537), aiming to...
Workshop Offered to Cultivate Connection and Belonging
A Learning Opportunity for Those Seeking to Foster a Sense of Belonging in Their Workplaces Our businesses, employees, and community will thrive when people feel welcomed and accepted in their workplaces and daily lives. To this end, the BendNEXT...
Ribbon Cutting Showcase—Tomi Mart
We’re pleased to showcase the ribbon cutting ceremony and celebration for the official opening of Bend’s long awaited specialty Asian market, Tomi Mart! Tomi Mart is committed to making it easier for everyone to find their favorite Asian goodies and products. More...
RootedHomes Extends Applications for the Simpson Community
RootedHomes is excited to announce that applications for the Simpson community have been EXTENDED. Both digital and paper applications will be available until September 30th at 11:59PM. Steps to Get Started: Review Program Details: Visit our 'program details' section...
Rooted at Simpson Housing Lottery Applications Due August 28
RootedHomes is thrilled to announce the launch of its Rooted at Simpson housing lottery, offering a unique opportunity for qualified homebuyers to secure a home on Bend’s northwest side. The lottery opened on July 15th, and will remain open until midnight on August 28th.
Introducing Skilled Trades Employee Specialist
Express Employment Professionals of Bend, OR is excited to introduce the newest member of the Skilled Trades team —Employment Specialist Jennifer Underhill! Jennifer will specialize in placement of Skilled Trades talent such as, Diesel Mechanics, Lead HVAC...
Kristen Warner Joins Summit Bank as VP of Treasury Management for Central Oregon
Summit Bank has announced the addition of Kristen Warner to the bank as VP, Treasury Management Officer for the Central Oregon region. In this role, Warner will use her treasury management expertise to build, manage, and grow business banking relationships with...
Accounting Firm Kernutt Stokes Adds Tax Manager to the Team
Kernutt Stokes is pleased to announce that Loren Harwood, CPA, CFP® has returned to the firm as a tax manager. Harwood began his career with Kernutt Stokes as an intern, then joined the firm full-time. After leaving the firm in 2006, Harwood owned his own CPA...
ASI Wealth Management Joins Forces with OneDigital
ASI Wealth Management (ASI), a regional Northwest investment advisory firm headquartered in Bend, with offices in Oregon and Washington, has been acquired by OneDigital Investment Advisors LLC, an SEC-registered investment advisor and wholly-owned subsidiary of...
United Way of Central Oregon Announces Historic Merger to Strengthen Community Impact
In a landmark move to amplify their shared mission, United Way of Central Oregon (UWCO) and United Way of the Columbia-Willamette (UWCW) announced their official merger. This unification expands their reach and effectiveness in serving both regions’ individuals...
Big Brothers Big Sisters Urgently Seeks Mentors: 109 Children on the Waitlist
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Oregon is urgently seeking caring and dedicated adults to become mentors for the 109 children currently on our waitlist. These children are eagerly awaiting the guidance, support, and friendship that a mentor can provide. ...
Hayden Homes Amphitheater Collaborates with Local Artist
Bend painter Kristine Cooper’s piece captures the summer concert experience No words can describe watching the sunset while your favorite band is playing along the Deschutes River at the Hayden Homes Amphitheater in Bend. Perhaps capturing that feeling...
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