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M Perfectly Hosting Footloose Fundraiser on September 16

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Oregon Economic and Revenue Forecast—Sept. 2023

The economy continues to be in an inflationary boom. Growth is outpacing expectations. Now, the good news is inflation has slowed considerably in the past year. The consensus of economic forecasters is now that the economic soft landing is the most likely scenario.

July Central Oregon Economic Indicators

Economy in Central Oregon By Nicole Ramos | Regional Economist, East Cascades | Oregon Employment Department Over the last 12 months ending in July, Oregon’s total nonfarm payroll employment grew by 1.8%, adding 35,200 jobs. In Central Oregon, total nonfarm payroll...

Ribbon Cutting Showcase—TeaCupFuls Eastside Location

Join us in congratulating the TeaCupFuls team on their ribbon cutting ceremony and grand opening of their new location on Bend's Eastside. Located at 1500 NE Cushing Drive. Ste 120, TeaCupFuls specializes in unique and authentic boba tea with a twist of extra fun. For...

Ribbon Cutting Showcase—Midtown Acupuncture

We’re pleased to showcase the ribbon cutting ceremony for Midtown Acupuncture to help celebrate their rebranding on August 31. Located at 244 NE Franklin Ave, Ste 1 in Bend, Midtown Acupuncture is part of a movement to make acupuncture more accessible by offering a...

Create a New Username and Password to Access the Member Info Hub

Now that the migration to a new database platform is complete, members will need to complete a few tasks to access the new, easier to navigate Member Info Hub:

City Plans to Adopt Transportation Utility Fee

As Bend continues to grow, so does the wear and tear on the City’s transportation system. Until now, the City has relied on the State Gas Tax and local property taxes to underwrite road maintenance. However, new revenue modeling has shown that those sources are...

Governor Kotek Calls on Oregonians to Serve on New Boards and Commissions

Interested Oregonians can apply for over 130 open positions on 12 new boards and commissions Governor Tina Kotek announced that the state is accepting applications for positions on the state boards and commissions that were created in the 2023 legislative...

Ribbon Cutting Showcase for 30 Minute Hit

The Bend Chamber is pleased to showcase the ribbon cutting ceremony for 30 Minute Hit on August 12. Located at 1474 NW Wall Street, Suite 1 in Bend, 30 Minute Hit Bend is teaching women valuable skills and inspiring their workout journey! Congratulations! Thanks to...

Ribbon Cutting Showcase—Insurance Fitz Agency

The Bend Chamber is pleased to showcase the ribbon cutting ceremony for Insurance Fitz Agency on August 10. The community joined the Insurance Fitz Agency team to celebrate the opening of their new location in Bend, located at 62910 O.B. Riley Rd. Congratulations and...

Blade + Ink Now Open Inside Azura Salon

Blade + Ink opened inside Azura Salon in downtown Bend in January 2021, offering Microblading, Fine Line Tattoos and Makeup services. Thanks to word of mouth and loyal locals, Christine Redmon realized she needed to expand the space to make room for her growing...

Local Nonprofits Partner to Help Immigrants

Three local nonprofit organizations—Mosaic Community Health, Latino Community Association and Volunteers in Medicine—have spent the last year working together in a unique partnership to inform Central Oregon’s immigrant community about the Oregon Health Plan’s...

Interim Principal Selected to Lead North Star Elementary

Bend-La Pine Schools Superintendent Steven Cook announced today the selection of the new interim principal for Bend’s North Star Elementary School. Tim Burdsall, current Assistant Principal at North Star, will assume the role of Interim Principal for the...

Sign-ups Now Open for Heaven Can Wait Breast Cancer Fundraiser

It’s time to dust off your pink tutus and superhero capes and get ready for the 24th annual Heaven Can Wait event. Registration is now open for the popular breast cancer fundraiser and 5K, set to take place in Redmond on Sunday, Oct 1. The family-friendly...

Hospice of Redmond Exclusively Offers Pet Peace of Mind Program for Hospice Patients

Hospice of Redmond has become a partner of Pet Peace of Mind, a program that provides a care model for the pets of hospice patients. The program aims to keep hospice patients with their pets when they can no longer care for them due to their worsening health....