We’re pleased to showcase the ribbon cutting ceremony for Waypoint Hotel on December 14. Waypoint Hotel is excited to announce the completion of their renovated guest rooms and addition of MidCity Smashedburger as they continue to increase the amenities and services...
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Ask The Experts at Central Oregon Community College (COCC)
Q: I know my outdoor camping product has great potential. I've obtained my LLC, am already making sales, and I’m lining up distribution opportunities. But I have zero idea of how to run a business. What can you suggest? A: Well done! I applaud your progress in...
Tax-Wise Charitable Giving
By Mary Lago, CFP®, CTFA, Principal, Wealth Management Chair Ferguson Wellman Capital Management According to Giving USA, Americans contributed $499.33 billion to U.S. charities in 2022, and 64% of that—$319.04 billion—was given by individuals. It is wonderful to...
What’s Ahead in 2024 – State and Local Policy Changes
With the new year comes change, and businesses in Oregon can expect 2024 to be a big year. Policy discussions at the State Capitol and closer to home in City Council chambers will have implications for businesses in the coming year. The Oregon Legislature will meet...
Rimrock Trails Receives $25,000 Grant from OFC to Address Substance Use and Mental Health Treatment Programs
Rimrock Trails Treatment Services announced today that it has been awarded a $25,000 grant from the Oregon Community Foundation (OCF). This grant will be used to support dual treatment programs for substance use and behavioral health challenges among youth,...
Oregon Leader in Functional Medicine Comes to Bend, Oregon
OnePeak Medical, an Oregon leader in functional medicine and hormone balancing, has announced expansion into Bend, Oregon. The newest clinic opened its doors on December 5, 2023. Initially founded by Dr. Nisha Jackson, Ph.D., MS, NP, HHP, in 2015, the opening of the...
Roundhouse Foundation Grants Family Access Network $50,000
The Family Access Network (FAN) received a $50,000 grant from the Roundhouse Foundation to support FAN advocate services in rural communities throughout Central Oregon. Due to proximity to resources, rural families face barriers to food, transportation, housing, and...
Registration Open for 3rd Annual Bend Health Fair in 2024
SECURE YOUR BOOTH TODAY! Join us for the 3rd Annual Bend Health Fair! Website/ Registration Increase Brand Awareness | Gain New Business | Meet Community Members Bend's Largest and Most Comprehensive Health Fair is Happening Again this Spring! Meet and...
Deschutes Public Library Foundation Reveals the Novel Idea 2024 Community Read
Deschutes Public Library is proud to announce Emily Habeck’s debut novel Shark Heart as the 2024 A Novel Idea…Read Together selection. Literary enthusiasts gathered at the Downtown Bend Library on December 2, 2023 to hear the announcement live. Also joining the lineup...
Selco Community Credit Union Awards More than $53,000 in Grants
A total of 61 educators representing 56 schools across Oregon, including 11 from Central Oregon, have been awarded more than $53,000 as part of SELCO Community Credit Union’s annual SPARK! Creative Learning Grants program. SPARK! Creative Learning Grants are designed...
2024 City Club of Central Oregon Table Sponsorships
Be guaranteed a spot at our 2024 forums! We expect to sell-out all our forums in the coming year, so reserve your table now. This is a great way to engage employees, friends, family and/or colleagues while supporting our community. Options $300 per forum of your...
New State-of-the-Art Studio will be Home to NewsChannel 21 Newscasts
NewsChannel 21 is proud to unveil its new state-of-the-art studio to our Central Oregon viewers. After months of design, planning and construction, the entirely rebuilt news set, and weather center represent the first major upgrade in 15 years. The ambitious project...
St. Charles’ Latest Grant Recipients Aim to Address Loneliness in Central Oregon
Eight local organizations awarded more than $80K in first round of priority grants St. Charles Health System announced today the first round of grant recipients aimed at reducing feelings of loneliness and social isolation while fostering a sense of belonging in the...
RootedHomes and Housing Works Announce New Redmond Community
RootedHomes and Housing Works announce another joint affordable housing community to be developed at 1699 W Antler Avenue in Redmond. The community will include 60 rental units designed as garden-style walk-up apartment buildings for households earning less than 60%...
Bend Painter Chosen to Create 2023 OMD Winter Art Series Piece
Bend artist Lindsay Gilmore admits she gets a little giddy while perusing homes on Zillow and randomly catches a quick glimpse of one of her paintings or prints on a wall in a home for sale. This winter, Gilmore’s unique art will be front and center for all of Bend to...
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