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Letters to the Editor, Week of Oct. 15, 2026

Economic reality for seniors, concerns over water, dogs in the wilderness and more in this week’s Letters

Dogs in the Wilderness If the Forest Service’s goal is to protect our wilderness areas, it should consider limiting not only the number of people on the seventeen most popular trails, but also the number of dogs. On a recent hike on one of those protected trails, I noticed dog droppings along the way and […]

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Indigenous Peoplesโ€™ Day at COCC Shares Origins of the Powwow

The collegeโ€™s Barber Library staff will be setting up curated collections at all four campuses

Central Oregon Community College will honor Indigenous Peoplesโ€™ Day โ€” Monday, Oct. 12 โ€” with a presentation on the origin of the powwow and book displays at all four campuses that feature Native American authors and themes.๏ปฟ๏ปฟ๏ปฟ๏ปฟJoin COCC ethnic studies instructor Gabriann Hall and Native American student program coordinator Jeremiah Rector for a presentation on […]

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Equine Outreach and Mustangs To The Rescue Unite to Expand Regional Care and Rescue Operations

Mustangs To The Rescue to assume operational management in October, pairing resources to safeguard Central Oregon equines.

Equine Outreach Inc. (EOI) and Mustangs To The Rescue (MTTR) announced today that  MTTR will take over operational management of EOIโ€™s horses and programs by October 15.  EOI will then formally wind down, with its remaining assets transferred to MTTR to support the care of Central Oregon equines.  All 5 horses currently in EOIโ€™s care […]

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Rimrock Trails to Host Fifth Annual Bowties & Boots Fundraiser at Brasada Ranch

Event presented by Jeff Larkin Realty supports behavioral health services for Central Oregon youth, adults, and families

Rimrock Trails will host its fifth annual Bowties & Boots fundraiser onย October 29ย at Brasada Ranch, bringing together community members for an evening of live music, raffles, and silent and live auctions in support of behavioral health services across Central Oregon. Presented by Jeff Larkin Realty, Bowties & Boots has grown into one of the region’s […]

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Sold-out Chip in FORE! Kids Tournament Rallies Community Support for Central Oregon Children and Families

The event raises funds to provide the space and support Central Oregon nonprofits need to serve children and families

Thirty teams and 120 golfers will fill Bend Golf Club on Friday, October 9, for Deschutes Childrenโ€™s Foundationโ€™s sold-out Chip in FORE! Kids tournament, with another team waiting for an opening. The only charity golf tournament held at Bend Golf Club, Chip in FORE! Kids raises funds to provide the space and support Central Oregon […]

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Sunriverย Musicย Festivalย Announcesย Festiveย Concertย Lineup

Mark your calendars for the Rock the Holidays and Valentine’s Dinner and Dance Concerts

Concert rock violinistย Aaron Meyerย willย Rock the Holidaysย with original material and hits of the season, combining contemporary and classical styles. Come to the Tower Theatre in downtown Bend at 7 PM on Wednesday,ย December 9 for a concert experience like no other. Sunriver Music Festival presents Aaron Meyer and his dynamic rock band in a one-of-a-kind inspirational holiday […]

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Council on Aging Launches Annual Food Fur All Campaign to Support Older Adults and Their Pets

The program currently serves 164 Meals on Wheels clients with 275 pets in Central Oregon

The Council on Aging of Central Oregon has launched its annual Food Fur All campaign, raising funds to support Pet Pals, a program that provides pet food, supplies and veterinary care for Meals on Wheels clients across Central Oregon. For many older adults who are homebound, pets provide more than companionship. They bring comfort, purpose […]

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Theย Environmentalย Centerย Welcomesย Newย Staff,ย Announcesย Fallย Eventsย andย Celebratesย Fundraisingย Success

The September fundraiser raised $22,320 in support of school gardens

This month, the team at The Environmental Center is busy moving into a new remodeled facility, onboarding new staff members, and fundraising for their programs. Two New Staff Members Meet The Environmental Center’s brand new Operations Manager and Rethink Waste Engagement Manager! Max, the brand new Operations Manager, brings a love for efficient systems, fast […]

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The Breast Implant Safety Alliance (BISA) Hosts its 4th Annual Fundraiser at COCC

Event will feature the Award-Winning Film “Hello Beautiful”, dinner, a silent auction raffle and Guest of Honor Christine Handy

In celebration of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, the Breast Implant Safety Alliance (BISA) will host its 4th Annual BISA Fundraiser on October 21, 2026 from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at Pioneer Hall on the campus of Central Oregon Community College (COCC) located at 2600 NW College Way, Bend, OR 97701. The highlight of the evening is […]

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