The Source Staff

 Housing Works and Cascade Management are excited to announce the upcoming opening of Nine Peaks, a newly constructed, affordable multifamily apartment community that brings high-quality, modern housing to Bend, Oregon. Nine Peaks offers spacious one-, two-, and three-bedroom apartment homes thoughtfully designed for comfort, convenience, and everyday living. Ideally located near shopping, medical facilities, schools, and […]

Deschutes County Solid Waste will host a household hazardous waste and fireworks collection event on Sunday, July 12, 2026, at the Negus Transfer Station in Redmond. Residents can drop off hazardous waste items, including unused fireworks, for free. “Our rural transfer stations are usually closed on Sundays, but we will open the Negus location just […]

Destination Rehab is proud to announce it has been awarded grant funding from the Hull Foundation to launch the Trailblazers Adventure Group, an adaptive outdoor recreation program designed to help adults living with neurologic conditions and mobility limitations experience the beauty of Central Oregon alongside their caregivers. The Trailblazers Adventure Group removes barriers to outdoor […]

 Every year, thousands of deer, elk, bear, and other wildlife attempt to cross busy roadways in search of food, water, and mates. Too often, those crossings end in tragedy for wildlife and sometimes for motorists. Improving habitat connectivity is one of Oregon Wildlife Foundation’s conservation priorities. Proceeds from the sale and renewal of the Watch […]

As thousands gather in Washington, D.C. in celebration of the nation’s upcoming 250th anniversary, they can experience the High Desert Museum through a featured video at the Smithsonian Institution’s Arts and Industries Building. Central Oregon’s cultural gem has its own video in the special exhibition “Voices and Votes: Exploring Democracy Across America,” at the Arts and Industries Building. The […]

The Deschutes Trails Coalition is thrilled to announce our Small Project Grant Program awardees for five projects totaling $30,000 that will enhance trail development, maintenance capacity, and recreation opportunities throughout Central Oregon. These investments support local organizations dedicated to improving access to public lands, maintaining sustainable trail systems, and expanding volunteer stewardship efforts. The following projects have […]