Concluding Child Abuse Prevention Month by honoring partnerships
As we wrap up Child Abuse Prevention Month, the Oregon Department of Human Services, Child Welfare Division wants to honor the important work being…
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Foundation to grant $41 million in state funds for summer academic, enrichment programs
The Oregon Community Foundation announced Wednesday that it will administer $40 million of state-funded grants for community organizations to…
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May is Bicycling Safety Month: ODOT urges all road users to ‘look out for each other’
Many of us are anxious to get back on our bicycles and get out of our homes, to walk down to the local café or roll along to our favorite shopping…
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Old Mill District fitness studios adjust to ‘Extreme Risk’ safety limits
In response to the recent announcement by Gov. Kate Brown that Deschutes County will move back into the ‘Extreme Risk’ category, three Old Mill…
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BLM seeks public input on proposed fee changes for Lower Deschutes River
The Bureau of Land Management Prineville District’s Deschutes Field Office is seeking public comment on a proposal to change the fee structure for…
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Redmond Police warn of scam calls from someone claiming to be Capt. Devin Lewis
Over the past couple of days, a person purporting to be Redmond Police Department Captain Devin Lewis has called people in the community, advising…
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Oregon land trusts unveil map of 81 places the public can explore
In honor of Earth Day, the Coalition of Oregon Land Trusts (COLT) has released a new map to help Oregonians connect with more outdoor spaces.…
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Oregon FBI’s Tech Tuesday: Time for some digital spring cleaning
This week, the Oregon FBI’s Tech Tuesday feature focuses on building a digital defense with some spring cleaning!…
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Deschutes County offers free drive-thru COVID-19 testing event
Deschutes County Health Services is partnering with the Oregon Health Authority to offer a free drive-thru COVID-19 testing event from 9 a.m. to 2…
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NeighborImpact offers ‘Successful Beginnings’ money management course
In celebration of Financial Capability Awareness Month, NeighborImpact’s HomeSource is pleased to announce the launch of Successful Beginnings.…
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Deschutes County begins Transportation System Plan update, seeks feedback
Deschutes County is beginning the process of updating its Transportation System Plan and is requesting feedback from residents about current and…
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Family Access Network annual luncheon raises over $90,000
The Family Access Network (FAN) Foundation’s 15th Annual Luncheon was held virtually the week of April 12th and raised over $90,000.…
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Bend Farmers Market returns with new online ordering, curbside pick-up options
On Wednesday, May 5, the Bend Farmers Market kicks off another season, and for the first time is offering online ordering and curbside pick-up for…
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ODOT Region 4 construction update: Week of April 26-30
Here is the Oregon Department of Transportation Region 4 road construction update for the week of April…
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High Desert Food, Farm Alliance sets ‘food and farm trail’ development workshops
There’s a new tourism experience coming to Central Oregon! The High Desert Food and Farm Alliance is partnering with Travel Oregon and community…
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United Way of Central Oregon seeks grant proposals from nonprofits
Through grants, our local United Way of Central Oregon is working to ensure all community members are cared for by directing efforts and resources…
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One Class At A Time: Mr. Mumm leads Crook County engineering students
This teacher is not “mum” about his desire to teach engineering to his students. His high-tech class gets $500 to continue its…
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Education Foundation preps gift bags for all school district workers
Volunteers gathered Monday at COCC to prepare 2,500 care packages for all Bend-La Pine Schools workers, an effort by the Education Foundation and…
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New summer school so popular, Crook County puts cap on K-5 enrollment
There’s just under two months left in the current school year, but that hasn’t stopped parents from signing up students for Crook County School…
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Bend Endurance Academy outlines summer Nordic training programs
College Nordic athletes are invited to immerse yourself in one of the premier summer training grounds in the United States with the Bend Endurance…
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