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Governor Tina Kotek joined Oregon National Guard Adjutant General Alan Gronewold, Oregon State Fire Marshal Mariana Ruiz-Temple, and Oregon State Forester KC Kacey to conduct an aerial survey of active wildfires and recent damage, as well as meet with Oregon National Guard aviation unit members deployed in Pendleton on August 27th. “The scale of this […]

Evan Burton, born with cystic fibrosis and not expected to survive to adulthood has undergone two double lung transplants and turned his recovery into his debut solo album “YES” hosting his album release show at Volcanic Theatre Pub on September 18th, 2026. Central Oregon listeners have likely already heard Burton’s music without knowing it. His […]

Patients at St. Charles Cancer Institute are receiving a ‘game changing’ medication found to double life expectancy for patients with stage 4 metastatic pancreatic cancer. Seven patients with St. Charles began receiving the medication daraxonrasib earlier this month, through expanded access that allows access to prescription drugs prior to approval from the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). The […]

Logan Lynn will be hosting a special screening of his award-winning documentary The Pain and The Power by filmmaker Cai Indermaur at Tin Pan Theater in Bend on September 11. The film has already received national and international festival recognition, including several Best Documentary wins. A personal portrait tracing a 30-year career forged at the intersection of queerness, faith, addiction, trauma, and self-reinvention, […]

Sisters Habitat for Humanity will open applications for Larch Commons on Wednesday, August 26, offering 25 new homeownership opportunities in Sisters. Located near downtown, Larch Commons will include 19 permanently affordable homes and six workforce homes for households earning up to 80% of Area Median Income (AMI) for the affordable homes and up to 120% […]

As the Bend Chamber of Commerce celebrates 100 years of advocating for Bend’s business community, the organization is also investing in the people who will help guide its next chapter. The Chamber is pleased to welcome two new staff members and announce seven recent promotions across the Chamber and BendNEXT Foundation. Together, these additions and […]

The Great Sidewalk Sale is happening this Saturday, August 29, and downtown businesses are bringing out some incredible deals! It’s the perfect excuse to spend the day downtown, shop local, grab a bite or a drink, and see what you can find. Participating businesses will have everything from sidewalk racks and end-of-summer markdowns to special promotions, refreshments […]

MountainStar Family Relief Nursery (MountainStar) is celebrating an incredible milestone following its 12th Annual Birdies 4 Babies Gala & Golf Tournament, which raised $600,000 to support children and families across Central Oregon.  The record-breaking weekend brought together hundreds of local business leaders, philanthropists, sponsors, golfers, volunteers, and community members on August 8–9 in support of […]

Since 2008, High Desert Chamber Music has grown from a small organization dedicated to chamber music into an established part of Central Oregon’s cultural community, presenting exceptional performances, educational programs, and meaningful opportunities for connection. As HDCM enters its 19th season, the organization is embarking on its next movement, with a new home for its […]

This pop-rock band from Portland, Oregon has a ton of soul. Formed by four very different musicians who are super fun and passionate on stage! They will get you to dance and sing! Early bird Ticket Price is $10 (available up to 5 days prior to event). Click Here for Tickets (Club members, call or email […]