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From local cattle ranches and eco-forward breweries to hyper-local cuisine and low-impact adventures, Central Oregon invites travelers to tread lightly with an uncompromising experience. Central Oregon has long been rich in both agricultural experiences and outdoor adventure, so it is natural that the region has also embraced sustainable practices. From high desert farms and family-owned […]

In a bid to help staff members improve their good health and well-being so they can become more effective employees, more businesses make group health and wellness benefits available to their workers. Ninety-four percent of large firms (5000 or more employees) and 70 percent of small businesses (50 to 199 employees) provide some kind of […]

Deschutes County is moving its online dog licensing program to DocuPet, simplifying the process for owners to license their dogs, comply with state regulations, and ensure a quick reunion if their dogs go missing. Under Oregon law, all dog owners are required to vaccinate their pets against rabies and obtain a license in the county […]

The Central Oregon Health Council (COHC) is pleased to introduce a bold new campaign—Be Well Central Oregon—to mark the launch of the 2025–2029 Regional Health Improvement Plan (RHIP). This initiative represents a transformative shift in how partners work together to build a healthier, more connected region. “Be Well Central Oregon is more than a slogan—it’s a community […]

The Pacific Power Foundation is proud to provide grant funds and support to 89 nonprofits and community organizations that are expanding access to quality STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) education and strengthening learning opportunities in the communities that Pacific Power serves.  “The foundation is delighted to support local organizations that uplift the next generation […]

Cascades East Transit (CET) will launch Route 8, a new fixed-route bus line serving Northeast Bend, starting July 14, 2025. The new pilot service will operate Monday-Friday from 6 AM to 7 PM to help connect people to jobs, schools, shopping, and recreation opportunities. Route 8 will start and end at Hawthorne Station, which is […]

Thistle & Nest has been awarded $540,000 to help veteran households purchase a home! These funds, provided by the Oregon Housing and Community Services’ HOAP program, will offer critical down payment assistance, allowing first-time and first-generation veterans to build wealth and stability, and to establish lasting roots in their local communities. Program Details: • First-time […]

Pac Nor Westy, the Pacific Northwest lifestyle brand known for its ethically made apparel, artisan-made goods, and PNW inspired collections, opened its new flagship retail store on Saturday, July 5th in Bend’s Box Factory at 550 SW Industrial Way, Suite 105. Founded in the spirit of connection: to nature, to memory, and to place — […]

Brimming with musical and administrative experience, the Central Oregon Symphony Association is pleased to announce that Dr. Travis Allen will serve as the organization’s next Executive Director. “I am honored and excited to serve in this capacity,” says Allen, “and I look forward to continuing and expanding the great work that COSA does in our […]

Join DarkSky Oregon’s Bill Kowalik and Summit High School Student and SNCO employee Bodie Dimmig as they talk about the importance of dark skies and Bodie’s award-winning talk about the reflection of light off of asphalt.  DarkSky Oregon’s mission is to preserve Oregon’s magnificent dark skies and to diminish light pollution for the health, safety, and […]