Over the last 25 years we’ve grown from a three-person office to 20 staff members and 4 doctors at Coffman Vision Clinic. Conveniently located at Bend’s Fred Meyer Plaza, we have become known as one of the largest, most knowledgeable and friendliest eye clinics in the...
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Central Oregon SHRM Awarded For Elevating Human Resources and Improving Workplaces
SHRM recently awarded Central Oregon SHRM its prestigious EXCEL Silver Award for the CHAPTER’s accomplishments in 2022. The EXCEL award is given to state councils and chapters to recognize major accomplishments, strategic activities, and tactical initiatives...
Caldera Family Medicine Opens Doors in May 2023 Under New Ownership and Vision
Now under new ownership, Caldera Family Medicine, a 12+ year family practice located at 2564 NE Courtney Drive in Bend, is led by Kirsten Heron, PA-C, Kendra Owens, FNP, Brianne Kanehl, FNP, Kate Meyer, PA-C, and Misty Boughton, CEO, who have combined decades...
Pahlisch Family of Companies Present Birdies for Babies
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Oregon Honored with 2023 Pinnacle Award
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Oregon has been recognized as a 2023 Big Brothers Big Sisters of America (BBBSA) Pinnacle Award Winner. Every year, BBBS agencies are recognized by BBBSA Nationwide Leadership Council, made up of local Big Brothers Big...
Annual Art in the West Exhibition and Auction Celebrates Region Through Stunning Artwork
The High Desert Museum will unveil a diverse collection of traditional andcontemporary art on Saturday, July 8 in its annual Art in the West exhibition and silentauction. This year’s juried exhibition will feature over 90 works of art by dozens ofacclaimed...
Open Spaces and Open Houses? The Tradeoffs in Oregon’s Land Use System
Join the City Club of Central Oregon (CCCO) and nationally recognized land use expert Bill Fulton, as he explores what makes Oregon’s land use system unique, and its strengths and weaknesses compared to other systems in the U.S. At 50 years old, Oregon’s land...
Ribbon Cutting Showcase—Nothing Bundt Cakes
The Bend Chamber is pleased to showcase the ribbon cutting ceremony for Nothing Bundt Cakes, 2680 NE Hwy 20, Ste 380, in Bend on June 1. Congratulations and thank you to our Ribbon Cutting Sponsor LS Networks! Nothing Bundt Cakes is a retail bakery that provides high...
City Sets Budgets for Next Biennium
Springtime is the season for budget setting, and as such the City of Bend is engaged in budget setting processes for the next cycle. The city runs a biennial budget and adjusts annually based on projected revenue and community expenses. Citizen engagement is key as a...
Ribbon Cutting Showcase & Open House—Kernutt Stokes
The Bend Chamber is pleased to showcase the ribbon cutting & open house celebration at Kernutt Stokes, 1777 SW Chandler Ave, Ste 280, in Bend on May 17. Congratulations and thank you to our Ribbon Cutting Sponsor LS Networks! Kernutt Stokes is a full-service...
Commercial Restaurant Leasing Opportunity at the Bend Municipal Airport
The City of Bend is currently accepting applications for an operator for the Airport restaurant. The restaurant area at the Bend Municipal Airport offers an opportunity for a qualified applicant to provide food services at the Bend Municipal Airport, which is a...
Ferguson Wellman’s Mid-Year Outlook: Stalemate
A manifestation of interest rate risk and deposit flight amid the Fed’s ongoing battle to tame inflation precipitated the nation’s first significant bank failure since the global financial crisis (GFC). Despite concerns about U.S. banking, blue-chip equity indices finished the first quarter in the black, led by mega-cap technology stocks.
Employees of Four Workforce Housing Pilot Employer Partners Selected to Be First-Time Homebuyers
Pilot project demonstrates how employers can support a path to homeownership for their employees. The Bend Chamber and Kôr Community Land Trust are excited to announce that from a pool of 35 employer partners, these four have had employees selected to be...
Central Oregon SHRM Awarded For Elevating Human Resources, Improving Workplaces
SHRM recently awarded Central Oregon SHRM its prestigious EXCEL Silver Award for the CHAPTER’s accomplishments in 2022. The EXCEL award is given to state councils and chapters to recognize major accomplishments, strategic activities, and tactical initiatives...
Central Oregon Economic Indicators March 2023
Economy in Central Oregon By Nicole Ramos | Regional Economist, East Cascades | Oregon Employment Department In Central Oregon, total nonfarm payroll employment was up by 2,720 jobs year-over-year, with most employment gains taking place in Deschutes County (+2,210...
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