ODFW seeks agriculture representative for Fish Screening Task Force
Fish screens keep young, small salmon migrating downstream from getting diverted into pumps or channels that could strand or kill them.…
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Humane Society of Central Oregon offers cold-weather tips to keep pets safe and warm
As frigid temperatures and snow hit Central Oregon, the Humane Society of Central Oregon would like to remind people to provide extra care for their…
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COCC convenes ‘This Is My America’ book discussions in lead-up to 15th Season of Nonviolence
In anticipation of Central Oregon Community College’s 15th annual Season of Nonviolence, the college is convening a series of community book…
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First Story to provide 15th Redmond home, partnering with Hayden Homes, NeighborImpact
As Oregon’s housing crisis continues to keep affordable homeownership out of reach for many community members, one hard-working family in Central…
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Federal health agency’s operational site visit finds Mosaic Medical 100% compliant
Mosaic Medical, a nonprofit community health organization providing quality care for all in Bend, Redmond, Prineville and Madras, recently received…
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‘Operation Helping Heroes’ donation supports Juniper Elementary’s reading program
COUNTRY Financial is pleased to announce Bend’s Juniper Elementary School as a recipient of an Operation Helping Heroes donation. COUNTRY Financial…
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Pregnancy Resource Centers of C.O. set to open new center in Madras
Local non-profit organization, Pregnancy Resource Centers of Central Oregon will open its newest location in Madras on Monday, Dec.…
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Central Oregon Gives campaign nearing $500K fundraising goal
With just under three weeks left to go to the Dec. 31 deadline, Central Oregon Gives has already raised $321,000 for local charities through the…
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Shepherd’s House seeking donations of turkeys, hams for holiday meals
Over the holidays, Shepherd’s House Ministries hands out hundreds of turkeys and hams to needy families and also makes holiday meals for the…
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Thanks to snow and volunteers, groomed cross-country skiing is back at Skyline Sports Complex
Thanks to recent snowfall and help from volunteers, the Bend Park and Recreation District has a groomed cross-country ski area at Skyline Sports…
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Bridges Oregon to offer new program for DeafBlind Oregonians
Starting Jan. 2, 2023, Bridges Oregon will manage Oregon’s Communication Facilitator services, a new program that provides DeafBlind Oregonians who…
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The Roundhouse Foundation awards 95 Fall Open Call grants across Oregon, topping $1.7 million
The Roundhouse Foundation has announced its final selections for the Fall Open Call Proposal cycle. The foundation supports programs and projects…
Continue ReadingCity of Bend begins online community survey as council sets goals for next two years
The City of Bend is seeking community feedback to guide priorities and direction for the next two years. The city recently concluded a phone survey,…
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First Interstate Foundation awards $5,500 to Family Access Network
The Family Access Network has received a $5,500 grant at the recommendation of First Interstate Bank’s Bend representatives.…
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Credit union teams up with NeighborImpact, auto dealers in ‘Fill the Truck’ canned food drive
OCCU, a not-for-profit credit union, has teamed up with NeighborImpact and several Central Oregon auto dealerships to sponsor a fill-the-truck canned…
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High Desert Food & Farm Alliance’s ‘Growing Together’ mentorship program enters second year
Are you a farmer or rancher in Central Oregon who could use some extra support as you start planning for next year? Developed by the High Desert Food…
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Bend Fire & Rescue begins community survey on local option fire levy
People in Bend and the surrounding Deschutes County Rural Fire District area may receive a call or a text in mid-December asking participants to…
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Bend Park and Rec hosting NeighborImpact drive-thru food drive Saturday at 2 locations
The Bend Park and Recreation District is hosting a Drive-Thru Holiday Food Drive at two locations next Saturday, to help fill the shelves at the…
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Mustangs to the Rescue receives pledge to match new monthly donations
In celebration of the 10th anniversary of its founding, a generous anonymous donor has offered to match new monthly recurring donations to Mustangs…
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Guided First Day Hikes set for Jan. 1 at 20 Oregon State Parks including Smith Rock, La Pine, Tumalo
Guided First Day Hikes led by rangers and volunteers are set for 20 Oregon State Parks on New Year’s Day — Sunday, Jan.…
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