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Museum’s Indigenous Speakers Series Continues

High Desert Museum to host three events

The High Desert Museumโ€™s popular Indigenous Speakers Series returns this fall with three vibrant and inspiring programs. Featuring an array of Indigenous voices, the series highlights artists, storytellers, scholars and more who share their unique perspectives with the community. On Tuesday, Sept. 16, Alyce Sadongei (Kiowa/Tohono Oโ€™odham), a scholar, author, Indigenous leader and advocate, will […]

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Art in Nature

Concert & Stargazing at Fort Rock with Bend Camerata

Wanderlust Tours is excited to bring another installment of our Art in Nature outdoor performance series in 2025! The supremely talented local a Cappella group, Bend Camerata, will perform inside the ancient volcanic tuff ring at Fort Rock! Join us for a night of art and stargazing in the Oregon Outback. Our adventure will start […]

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Pasta Dinner to Support Toys for Tots

Fundraiser for Central Oregon Holiday Toy Drive

Attend a pasta dinner fundraiser to help raise money for the Central Oregon Holiday Toy Drive. The Veterans of Central Oregon and Summit Health have joined together to form the Central Oregon Holiday Toy Drive. The drive has been formed to replace Toys For Tots, which suspended its campaign, leaving some 9,000 kids without toys. […]

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Cascade Natural Gas Launches Hybrid Heating Pilot Program in Bend

It will study whether dual fuel heat pump systems can reduce greenhouse gas emissions and save customers money

Cascade Natural Gas Corporation is launching a pilot project in Bend, Oregon to study whether dual fuel heat pump systems can help reduce greenhouse gas emissions (GHG) while saving customers money through improved efficiency. The systems incorporate both a natural gas furnace and electric heat pump and use advanced control technology to maximize the lowest-cost […]

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Oregon Parks and Recreation Seeks Volunteers for ATV committees

Two spots open and will start in January

Oregon Parks and Recreation Department is seeking two volunteers to serve on the ATV Advisory Committee and ATV Grant Subcommittee starting Jan. 1, 2026. The openings are four-year terms and include one representative for Class II (4wd/sand rails) and one representative for Class III (dirt bikes). The 17-member ATV Committee meets once or twice a […]

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City Club of Central Oregon to Host 2025 State Legislative Session Review Forum

Community invited to attend Sept. 18 event

The City Club of Central Oregon invites community members and media to attend its upcoming public forum, 2025 State Legislative Session Review on Thursday, September 18, 2025. This forum provides a unique opportunity to engage directly with Central Oregonโ€™s legislative leadership as they reflect on the outcomes of the 2025 Oregon Legislative Session. The discussion will delve into: […]

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Oregon Wild Rallies Public to Defend Roadless Rule

Submit your comment by Sept. 19 to help save the Roadless Rule

The U.S. Department of Agriculture has opened a public comment period on a proposal that threatens to dismantle the landmark Roadless Rule. This rule preserves the last of our intact public lands as a home for wildlife, a haven for recreation, and a heritage for future generations. Oregon Wild is calling on Oregonians to speak up in […]

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NAMI Volunteer Information Session

Virtual Volunteer Session on Sept. 17

Join NAMI’s Virtual Volunteer Information Session on Sept. 17 from 6-7 pm.ย Learn more about volunteering opportunities with NAMI Central Oregon, including training requirements for our free mental health related programs, support groups, classes and workshops, and how you can be of service to your community!This is a live monthly Volunteer Information session held on Zoom. […]

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Three Sisters Rural Track Program Arrives in Madras

Medical residents help care for up to 900 patients

Residents in the Three Sisters Rural Track Program arrived in Madras earlier this month and are immediately helping fill a need in the community by providing care for up to 900 patients a year in local primary care clinics and at St. Charles Madras. Drs. Ben Khalil and Callie Krewson are the first two residents […]

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Farm to Table Dinner at Terra Kitchen

Hosted by High Desert Food & Farm Alliance

Join High Desert Food & Farm Alliance for an unforgettable Farm-to-Table Dinner on Wednesday, Sept. 17, at 5:30 pm at Terra Kitchen! Enjoy a seasonal menu crafted from fresh, local ingredients, with the option to enhance your experience with a wine or uniquely crafted mocktail pairing. Guests will have the opportunity to hear from local farmers and chefs, who will […]

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