Wednesday, February 19 (9:00am – 11:45am) Get ready to embark on a journey through the stunning landscapes and rich cultures of Europe. Join AAA Travel on Wed Feb 19, 2025 at 9:00 AM at the AAA Bend Service Center for an unforgettable experience. Whether you're a...
TDS Telecommunications, LLC (TDS®) has named Matt McDonald the new general manager of Central Oregon Daily that operates KOHD-ABC and KBNZ-CBS in Bend. McDonald, a veteran newsmaker and Oregon native, had been the interim general manager since November; his...
The City Club of Central Oregon’s upcoming February forum, "Demystifying Artificial Intelligence – Now and the Future," is scheduled for Thursday, February 20th, 11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. The forum will introduce AI to attendees, focusing on its current...
28 individuals received $90K in scholarships from St. Charles Foundation in 2024 In 2024, St. Charles Foundation awarded nearly $90,000 in scholarships to 28 individuals pursuing health care careers, helping St. Charles caregivers and community members pursue...
Now in its 35th year, the scholarship program has evolved under the credit union’s SELCO Steps Up initiative, awarding nearly $80,000 in scholarships to traditional, nontraditional, and vocational students SELCO Community Credit Union will begin accepting applications...
Kernutt Stokes was named one of the “100 Best Companies to Work For in Oregon” for 2025 by Oregon Business magazine. This is the firm’s third appearance on the list in the last five years, having also been recognized in 2023 and 2021. The “100 Best” list is...
A $10,000 grant awarded by St. Charles Health System to support Central Oregon substance use and mental health treatment programs for individuals of all ages. Rimrock Trails is proud to announce the receipt of a $10,000 grant from St. Charles Health System,...
by Sara Odendahl, Director of Government Affairs, Bend Chamber Advocacy and member engagement are at the core of the Chamber’s mission, “Creating an environment where businesses, their employees and our community excel together through collaboration, advocacy,...
What’s next after high school? Students, families invited to Life & Career Readiness Night March 12 to explore options The second annual Life & Career Readiness Night will be Wednesday, March 12, from 5-7 PM at Caldera High School. Plan to stop by...
56% Want New Industries, 52% Seek New Functions—Gen Z and Millennials Lead the Charge More than half of U.S. job seekers are eager to switch industries (56%) or functions (52%), highlighting a significant trend in career mobility. This openness is further supported...
Economy in Central Oregon By Andrew Grimoldby | Workforce Analyst/Economist, East Cascades Oregon Employment Department December in View: The nation’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate marginally decreased from 4.2% in November to 4.1% in December, and at the...
IMPORTANT INFORMATION! For businesses concerned about disruption to their normal operations due to an encounter with Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents, here are some resources that can help clarify the responsibilities and rights of employers and...
by Katy Brooks, CEO & President, Bend Chamber Every Oregon legislative session begins with a cacophony of legislation that vie with one another for survival to the sine die gavel at the end of June. This year the Legislature will tackle transportation,...
We’re pleased to showcase the ribbon-cutting ceremony on January 30, 2025, to celebrate Rally Recreation, a new indoor recreation space featuring timeless table games such as ping pong, foosball, pool, shuffleboard, darts and air hockey. The idea for Rally’s...
by Sara Odendahl, Director of Government Affairs, Bend Chamber The 2025 Legislative Session is underway, and legislators will be busy working on policy and budget issues for the next 160 days. This year’s session is a “long session” wherein elected consider policy...
