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 Oregonโs legislative leadership as they reflect on the outcomes of the 2025 Oregon Legislative Session. The discussion will delve into: […]
Business News
Oregon Wild Rallies Public to Defend 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 […]
NAMI Volunteer Information Session
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. […]
Tool Library Opens in Bend
The Central Oregon Tool Library (COTool) is now open at the Bend-Redmond Habitat for Humanity ReStore, 224 NE Thurston Avenue. COTool offers a wide range of tools for lending, providing community members with access to the equipment they need for home projects, repairs, and creative endeavors, all without the upfront cost of purchasing tools outright. […]
Beyond the Click
In today’s digital-first world, a potential homebuyer’s journey almost always begins online. They’re scrolling through listings on their phone, swiping past properties in a matter of seconds. In this high-speed, visually saturated environment, real estate photos aren’t just an accessory โ they are the front door, the first impression and often the deciding factor that […]
More Questions Arise About State Investments in Private Equity
As Oregon state treasurer for eight years, Tobias Read didnโt have a discouraging word for โprivate equity,โ the secretive investments that account for one quarter of the stateโs $100 billion Public Employees Retirement System fund. At least not publicly. But privately last summer, Read told key aides he worried the costly investments might pose too […]
Nationally Acclaimed Author Hannah Pittard to read at OSU-Cascades
The acclaimed novelist, short story writer and memoirist Hannah Pittard will read from her work at Oregon State UniversityโCascades on Sept. 25 as part of the Distinguished Visiting Writer series. The event will take place at 6:30 p.m. in the Charles McGrath Family Atrium in Edward J. Ray Hall and will be followed by a […]
County Offering Grants to Reduce Wildfire Risk
Deschutes County has earmarked $125,000 for fuel reduction grants aimed at helping local communities reduce wildfire risk. Residents can apply for grant funds beginning Sept. 1. Since 2022, the County has allocated $425,000 in support of the Fall Fuel Reduction Grant program, which has funded 68 communities. Grants are intended to help communities with specific, […]
Heart of Oregon Corps Launches Food Heroes Program in Jefferson Countyย
Heart of Oregon Corps is excited to announce the launch of its Food Heroes program in Jefferson County, a hands-on initiative that empowers local youth to address the growing issue of food insecurity. Open to local young people ages 17โ24, Food Heroes participants will serve as AmeriCorps members, earning a stipend while helping end hunger […]
Join a Beaver Celebration on Sep. 12
Join Western Environmental Law Center’s Deputy Director Dr. Sristi Kamal in conversation with Think Wild Beaver Works Program Manager Dr. Maureen Thompson for beaver trivia, fun activities, and an interactive discussion on legislative updates to beaver protection work in Oregon. WHEN: Friday, Sept. 12th from 6-8 pm WHERE: 10 Barrel Brewing, 62950 NE 18th St, Bend, OR […]

