It is with great excitement that Central Oregon Trail Alliance (COTA) announces the appointment of a new Development Director, Kira Sandiford! Possessing extensive experience and a deep dedication to our mission, Kira is set to play a crucial role in advancing COTA’s...
Dr. Brian Desmond and his team are excited to announce an open house for OnSight Eye Center; Bend’s first new ophthalmology clinic in 20 years! Come see the clinic and Central Oregon’s only in-office operating suite on March 14th from 4-7pm Located at 705 SW Bonnett...
Bend-based Developer is the Only Central Oregon Winner Brooks Resources Corporation was honored to receive the Earth Advantage Hall of Fame Award this week. The awards honor developers who built the most Earth Advantage silver, gold and platinum certified...
The 2024 SELCO Kid’s Mini Pole Pedal Paddle Artwork Contest is here, inviting kids in grades K-5 to express their creativity and get excited about one of Central Oregon’s most cherished local events . The winning design will be featured as the official artwork for the...
The National Association of Free and Charitable Clinics has Awarded Kat Mastrangelo, Executive Director for Volunteers in Medicine Clinic of the Cascades, with the Prestigious Circle of Caring Award Now in its second year, this national award is recognition of...
Rebecca Robinson has been appointed associate vice president for the newly formed economic development and industry relations office at Oregon State University and also will serve as senior advisor for strategic initiatives at OSU-Cascades. She will start on April 15....
As the timber industry boomed across the High Desert a century ago, a small company town sprung up against the Wallowa Mountains called Maxville. Operated by the Bowman-Hucks Lumber Company from 1923-1933, the town was home to Black and white loggers who worked side...
Put the kettle on! Deschutes Public Library is brewing something extra special for tea drinkers this February. Celebrate Library Lovers’ Month with the chance to take home your own Reader’s Blend tea, made for Deschutes Public Library by Metolius Artisan Tea. ...
Tentative 4-year Agreement Includes 10.55% Wage Increase Over Two Years On Wednesday, February 7, 2024, Bend-La Pine Schools and Oregon School Employees Association Chapter 6 reached a conceptual agreement on a new contract for about 900 classified employees in...
Q: I run a business with ten employees, and one of the things that keeps me up at night is planning for emergencies.How do I even begin to prepare for major disruptions when we lack the continuity resources of a large corporation? A: You’re right to worry about...
Economy in Central Oregon By Nicole Ramos | Regional Economist, East Cascades | Oregon Employment Department In terms of employment changes, Jefferson County experienced a year-over-year increase of 300 jobs. In contrast, Crook County observed a decrease in total...
As we’ve shared previously, the City of Bend has proposed implementing a Transportation Utility Fee to generate revenue to fund street operations and maintenance. City staff presented a draft fee schedule and methodology for the new TUF at Wednesday, February 7, 2024,...
On Thursday, February 8, 2024, Governor Tina Kotek announced a broad coalition supporting her housing production bill, which is building momentum in the 2024 legislative session. Senate Bill 1537 received its first hearing this morning before the Senate Committee On...
HDFFA’s 2024 High Desert Food and Farm Directory is Open to Sign Ups! Farms, Ranches, and Local Food Businesses are Invited to Join Our Local Food & Farm Community! High Desert Food & Farm Alliance (HDFFA) is excited to announce that sign up is now open for...
We are pleased to showcase the ribbon cutting ceremony for Breathe Deep Dental on January 27! Dr. Sophie Diepenheim DMD grew up in Bend, OR and dentistry is in her roots and is a family affair. Breathe Deep Dental is a General Dental Practice. But far from ordinary!...
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