The House and Senate spent the last week of the regular session clearing a backlog of hundreds of bills, including those that would fund state agencies and the 2023-25 budget. Overall, Bend Chamber’s legislative priorities fared well in the 2023 session.
Help your employees build financial security. As businesses work to recover from the financial impact of COVID-19, their employees are looking for benefits that give them more financial security. In fact, 51% of Americans have increased concern about their retirement...
40-Hour Work Weeks Could Be a Thing of the Past Latest Results from The Harris Poll American jobseekers and companies may be rethinking the traditional 40-hour work week as long as productivity remains at, or exceeds, current levels. This is according to a...
The Bend Chamber is pleased to showcase the ribbon cutting ceremony for Partners in Care on June 14. The new Hospice House, located at 2075 NE Wyatt Court, in Bend has been undergoing renovations for the past two years to build a more modern facility that can support...
Last Saturday, Zack Kennedy walked across the stage and received his high school diploma along with hundreds of other students in his graduating class. His diploma, however, looks a little different than most others. Zack’s diploma is stamped with a special seal...
On Saturday, June 17, Oregon Senator, Jeff Merkley will be hosting his 32nd town hall of the year—and his 536th open town hall since first being elected to the Senate—at Ridgeview High School in Redmond. Senator Merkley is looking forward to meeting with the community...
Economy in Central Oregon By Nicole Ramos | Regional Economist, East Cascades | Oregon Employment Department In April, Central Oregon's total nonfarm payroll employment increased by 1,620 jobs year-over-year, with employment gains taking place in the counties of...
Twenty-eight outstanding individuals formally graduated from the Leadership Bend program on June 15, 2023. Over nine months, they spent more than 90 class hours learning about local challenges and opportunities firsthand from decision makers, and through interactive work.
Join Wild Heart Therapy + Consulting for the annual Balanced Bend Mental Health Festival on August 13, 2023, as we promote healing, connection, and education within our community! This free event is a fantastic opportunity to explore various wellness services...
The Center is proud to announce that it is the first medical facility in Central Oregon to offer the BEAR® Implant for the treatment of anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) tears, one of the most prevalent knee injuries in the United States. This implant represents...
The Environmental Center’s Rethink Waste Project offers three opportunities throughout the year to apply for the Community Innovation Fund (CIF). CIF is a funding program that supports individuals, businesses, and community organizations throughout Deschutes County...
Registration is open for the Summer Academy at Oregon State University – Cascades, an annual program for high school students that includes classes, outdoor recreation experiences in Central Oregon and an introduction to college life. Now in its fourth year,...
Veteran NewsChannel 21 Chief Meteorologist Bob Shaw is retiring after 24 years on the air. On Friday, July 28, Shaw will deliver his final weather forecast after almost 24 years at NewsChannel 21 - making him the longest-tenured chief meteorologist in the...
Bend-La Pine Schools Superintendent Steven Cook announced on May 16 that Marc Zollinger hasbeen hired to be the Interim Principal at Bear Creek Elementary for the 2023-2024 school year.Marc is currently in his third year as the Assistant Principal at Woodland...
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