ODOT Region 4 construction update: Week of Feb. 22-26
Here is the ODOT Region 4 construction update for the week of Feb.…
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The Oregon Blue Book has been updated online
The Oregon Blue Book is now updated online. The Oregon Blue Book is the state’s official almanac and fact book, containing listings and descriptions…
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C.O. Veterans Ranch to benefit from Jersey Mike’s ‘Month of Giving’
Central Oregon Veterans Ranch is joining forces with two Jersey Mike’s Subs restaurants, located at 143 S.W. Century Drive and 200 N.E. Emerson…
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Oregon Dept. of Agriculture recruiting for 68 commodity commissioner positions
The Oregon Department of Agriculture is seeking applicants to fill 68 commissioner seats on 22 of the state’s agricultural and commercial fisheries…
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Tax fraud may be on the rise this year; bank, IRS urge you file as soon as you can
With the 2021 tax filing season officially underway, it’s a great reminder to file your taxes as soon as possible before the April 15 deadline to…
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Bend-La Pine student artists earn top scholastic honors
Student artists in Bend-La Pine Schools were recently recognized by the Central Oregon Scholastic Art Awards program for their artwork, taking home…
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COCC’s chief information, HR officer Boehme receives honor
Central Oregon Community College’s chief information and human resources officer, Laura Boehme, was presented with Oregon State University’s 2021…
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New High Desert Museum exhibit looks up (very) close at ‘Cosmic Microscapes’
What do ancient pieces of cooled magma from the Moon and Mars have in common with samples from an eruption of Oregon’s Lava Butte only 7,000 years…
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TSA hiring over 6,000 airport screeners nationwide; RDM, other airports included
The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is launching recruitment efforts nationwide to fill over 6,000 Transportation Security Officer full-…
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Deschutes County offering free COVID-19 rapid testing on Saturday in Bend
Deschutes County is offering a free COVID-19 rapid testing event on Saturday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Highland Magnet at Kenwood School in…
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Deschutes County road construction update: Week of Feb. 21-27
Here is Deschutes County’s weekly road construction update for Feb.…
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St. Charles workers receive ‘Operation Helping Heroes’ award
Financial representative James Fleming recognized the hard-working and dedicated health care workers at St. Charles Bend by presenting a COUNTRY…
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Oregon’s new Community Solar Program focus of Environmental Center talk
While the costs to install solar on homes and businesses has steadily become more affordable, many still haven’t been able to take advantage of…
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Redmond Proficiency Academy earns computer science female diversity award
Redmond Proficiency Academy has earned the College Board AP Computer Science Female Diversity Award for achieving high female representation in…
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‘Menu of the Year’: COCC scholarship fundraiser becomes a virtual fete
Its venue might be virtual this year, but the Central Oregon Community College Foundation’s annual scholarship fundraising event — now in its…
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EPA challenge seeks innovative solutions to cut indoor wildfire smoke
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and other federal, state, local and tribal partners have launched the Cleaner Indoor Air During Wildfires…
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NeighborImpact, C.O. Assn. of Realtors offer closing costs assistance program
Even before the COVID-19 pandemic, homeownership was unattainable for many Central Oregonians. With the effects of the pandemic on the housing…
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City of Redmond to distribute free PPE to businesses
The City of Redmond will hold a free PPE pick-up event for businesses in the parking lot at City Hall, 411 SE 9th Street, on Thursday from 10:00…
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Oregon VA still seeking applicants for Educational Bridge Grants
The Oregon Department of Veterans’ Affairs is still accepting applications for the Veteran Educational Bridge Grant, a grant program that was…
Continue Reading ODOT Region 4 construction report: Week of Feb. 16-19
Here is the ODOT Region 4 construction report for the week of Feb.…
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