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...
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...
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...
The cyber threat landscape of 2025 is increasingly complex and understanding the unique risks facing your industry is crucial. From ransomware to business email compromise, the stakes have never been higher for organizations of all sizes. Read our latest blog...
The Author! Author! series began in 2012 as a way to expand the literary landscape in Central Oregon while raising funds for the Deschutes Public Library Foundation. During the last 11 seasons, the Library Foundation has hosted numerous authors who have won...
Oregon State University will host a market sounding webinar event to provide updates and gather feedback in preparation for soliciting a master developer to lead the development of the first phase of the future innovation district at OSU-Cascades. The webinar...
The Council on Aging of Central Oregon is starting the year strong with $56,000 in new grant funding to bolster its senior nutrition programs, including Meals on Wheels and Community Dining. These funds will help meet the growing demand for nutritious meals and...
We’re pleased to showcase the ribbon-cutting ceremony on March 6, 2025, celebrating the new Bend location of Senior Helpers. Senior Helpers provides high-quality, personalized in-home care for seniors, allowing them to maintain their independence and quality of life...
Cast your vote for Bend starting on March 10! Bend will go head-to-head with 15 other North American cities in the 10th Annual Strongest Town Contest. In this bracket-style voting tournament, Bend will compete for the “Strongest Town” title by shining a national...
The Bend Chamber proudly announces that Sara Odendahl, Director of Government Affairs & Strategic Initiatives, has been accepted into Cohort 11 of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Business Leads Fellowship Program. This prestigious program, which includes 35 Fellows...
In our last update from Salem, we shared information about a priority bill that supports our recreation and outdoor industries – HB 3140. We have a call to action to support the bill as awaits a hearing in the House Judiciary Committee.
Stronger Friendship Bonds, Longer Workplace Tenure: 51% of Hiring Managers and 76% of Job Seekers Agree Over the past few months, many major companies have instituted a return-to-work policy for their employees, with some citing the change as a way to foster a...
The Bend Police Department, in collaboration with the Redmond Police Department and the Deschutes County District Attorney's Office, will host a series of Retailer Listening Sessions as part of the Organized Retail Theft (ORT) grant that Deschutes County secured in...
We’re pleased to showcase the ribbon-cutting ceremony on February 27, 2025, celebrating the new home of Synergy Health & Wellness. Over the past decade, Synergy has proudly supported clients with innovative diabetes care, nutrition services, and wellness...
