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...
A recent donation of $10,000 from First Story pushed the fundraising campaign for the Mountain View School-Based Health Center (SBHC) to goal. The campaign raised more than $200,000 through generous gifts from community members, local businesses and...
Non-profit affordable homeownership developer Kôr Community Land Trust has rebranded to RootedHomes. Over the past two years, the organization has not only expanded the number of net-zero homes it is building in Central Oregon but also centered its homebuyers'...
Boasting more than 860 locations internationally, Express Employment International, the parent company of Express Employment Professionals of Central Oregon, location, is proud to celebrate its 40th anniversary as the premier staffing agency of choice for...
Compass Commercial Real Estate Services broker Howard Friedman was recently awarded the March 2023 Central Oregon Association of Realtors Good Neighbor Award for his work with Bethlehem Inn in Bend. The Good Neighbor Award recognizes those who have demonstrated...
