Part of the mission of SCORE is to provide valuable business education opportunities to both new and existing businesses. All events are FREE of charge. Here is a listing of upcoming webinars offered through SCORE Central Oregon. INTRODUCTION TO GOOGLE...
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InMotion Acupuncture LLC Now Accepting New Patients
InMotion Acupuncture LLC, your dedicated partners in pursuit of peak physical performance and holistic wellness. We are excited to announce that Dr. David Wachtel is now accepting new patients at our warm and welcoming clinic located at 2542 NE Courtney Drive in Bend,...
Envision Bend Expanding Access to Childcare for Families and Employers
Join this no-cost critical conversation on Tuesday, August 20, from 5:00-6:30 pm at the Deschutes Library in Downtown Bend Since the release of the five-year Vision Action Plan in September 2023, Envision Bend has been working to steward the progress...
St. Charles Announces Grants to Support Local Groups
More than $100K given to support basic needs, reducing loneliness and more St. Charles Health System announced today recipients of a variety of Community Benefit grants, awarding more than $106,000 to 16 local organizations in Central Oregon. The grants...
OSU-Cascades Offers Campus Tours to Community Groups
Oregon State University – Cascades has launched a tour program in response to community interest in developments underway at the growing campus. The community tours are free, for groups of 12 to 24 participants, and will be offered monthly, generally on fourth...
“Know Migrations” this August with Deschutes Public Library
Delve into “Know Migrations” this month with the Deschutes Public Library. Hear about Oregon's hypersaline Lake Abert as a migratory stopover and attend an engaging presentation on bat diversity and ecology. All programs are free and open to the public. Natural...
Central Oregon’s OLLI-UO Releases Fall Term Class Schedule
The Fall Term class schedule for Central Oregon's Osher Lifelong Learning Institute through University of Oregon (OLLI-UO) is now available online. Central Oregon's OLLI-UO is an intellectual and social community of engaged adult learners that dates back to...
BendNEXT Foundation receives grants for Workforce Housing Initiative
The Workforce Housing Initiative, a key effort by the Chamber since 2021, has highlighted that the median home price in Bend has surged to over $750,000, a price point that is increasingly prohibitive for many who work within the city. This has resulted in...
Measure 118 Headed for the Ballot With Largest Tax Increase in Oregon’s History
Earlier this month a broad, bipartisan coalition representing hundreds of large and small businesses, consumers, taxpayers and leading organizations from across Oregon, including the Bend Chamber, announced its formal opposition to a costly ballot proposal to create...
Ask the Experts at COCC: Ironing Out Business Efficiencies
Q: I create jewelry and I’m starting to make sales at events and through my website, but since I am the only one in my business, I’m working 14-hour days and I’m very disorganized. What are some tips for being more efficient? A: Congratulations on your business...
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Central Oregon Economic Indicators—June 2024
Economy in Central Oregon By Andrew Grimoldby | Workforce Analyst/Economist, East Cascades Oregon Employment Department June in View: The nation’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate increased slightly from 4.0% in May to 4.1% in June, and at the statewide level,...
Rising Workloads and New Jobs Drive Positive Hiring Outlook, Budget Constraints Pose Challenges
32% of Companies Hold Headcount Steady—Latest Results from The Harris Poll Hiring outlooks and expectations of workforce increases remain high, largely driven by expansions in work with many citing increased workloads and newly created positions. However,...
Leadership Bend Class of 2025 Announced
Selections have been made for the Leadership Bend Class of 2025, a non-profit civic engagement and leadership development program of the Bend Chamber.
Ribbon Cutting Showcase—Hair Gallery
We’re pleased to showcase the ribbon cutting ceremony and celebration for Hair Gallery’s new space! Located on the Eastside of Bend, The Hair Gallery of Bend is an inviting atmosphere with talented hairstylists. Their motto is “Love is in the Hair” and their mission...
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