Bend Venture Conference returns in October; company applications sought
Economic Development for Central Oregon will again host the annual Bend Venture Conference (BVC) on Thursday, October 21 – Friday, October 22, in…
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Bend Chamber seeks applicants for Leadership Bend Class of 2022
Applications are now open for the next cohort of Leadership Bend, a nine-month civic/community leadership development program designed to identify,…
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Balloons Over Bend among returning C.O. summer events
The annual Balloons Over Bend event, a crowd favorite, returns later this month after a COVID-19-caused pause last…
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Deschutes County seeks applicants for Dog Control Board of Supervisors
Deschutes County is seeking applicants to fill vacancies on the Dog Control Board of Supervisors.…
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Latino Community Association receives $12,000 from Cow Creek Umpqua Indian Foundation
The Latino Community Association has received a $12,000 boost in June from the Cow Creek Umpqua Indian Foundation of Roseburg to support its efforts…
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Oregon Dept. of Revenue offices reopening to walk-in customers
The Oregon Department of Revenue said Wednesday it will again be providing walk-in services at most of its field offices without requiring an…
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Cascade Lakes Relay returns in-person July 30-31, seeks foundation charity partners
oming back strong with all the vibes of empowerment and community, the annual Cascade Lakes Relay (“CLR”) will proceed in-person July 30 and 31,…
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Oregon senators announce $5.4 million American Rescue Plan funding for Head Start
Sens. Ron Wyden and Jeff Merkley, D-Ore., announced Tuesday $5.4 million in Head Start funding going to Oregon from the American Rescue…
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Deschutes County road construction update: Week of July 4-10
Here is Deschutes County’s road construction update for the week of July…
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Crooked River Roundup Horse Races return July 14-17
The Crooked River Roundup Horse Races, known for attracting the largest average daily attendance of any track in Oregon, return to Prineville…
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Deschutes County seeks applicants for County College program
Deschutes County is accepting applications from residents for its 2021 County College program. County College gives members of the community the…
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Family Access Network receives $5,000 from TC Energy Foundation
The Family Access Network recently received a $5,000 grant from TC Energy Foundation for FAN advocate services in Central Oregon. Funds will be used…
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New legislation strengthens Oregon’s commitment to help preserve Tribal families
Changes approved by the 2021 Oregon Legislature will further efforts between Oregon Department of Human Services Child Welfare Division and Tribal…
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As blue water beckons, Oregon Marine Board urges: Watch out for others, share the water
Oregon’s waterways are crowded this summer, and the Oregon State Marine Board is asking boaters to help make this year safer than last…
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City of Bend road and traffic report: Week of July 5-11
Here is the city of Bend’s road and traffic report for the week of July…
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Humane Society of C.O. offers July 4th pet safety tips, prepares for influx of frightened animals
The days surrounding the 4th of July make for the Humane Society of Central Oregon’s busiest week of the year. Families need to be prepared to keep…
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Pilot Butte access limited before, after July Fourth fireworks show
The July 4 fireworks show from atop Pilot Butte will begin at 10 p.m., and that will limit access to the butte ahead of the display, as well as the…
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Five teens receive Camp Fire Central Oregon’s Work Health Love service award
Five local teens, Elsa Bell (16), Campbell Dixon (17), Amelia Hartman-Warr (17), Ella Wagner (17), and Kira Yun (17), recently received Camp Fire…
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Hours extended for Redmond’s Centennial Park spray feature
Just in time for the 4th of July holiday weekend, Redmond’s Centennial Park spray feature has extended operating hours. Beginning Friday, the…
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City of Bend launches new podcast, ‘Inside Bend’
The City of Bend launched its new podcast Friday, called Inside Bend. The interview-style podcast features in-depth discussions with city leaders and…
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