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Now in its third decade, A Novel Idea continues to harness the power of books  to foster empathy and understanding among people throughout Deschutes County. This year, Ritu Mukerji’s debut novel Murder by Degrees and the youth selection, The Queen of Ocean Parkway by Sarvenaz Tash, promise to spark thought-provoking discussions and events, including in-person […]

Hayden Homes is proud to be Certified™ by Great Place To Work® for the second year in a row. Great Place To Work is the global authority on workplace culture, employee experience, and the leadership behaviors proven to deliver market-leading revenue, employee retention and increased innovation. This year at Hayden Homes, 98% of all team […]

Bend Park and Recreation District is opening registration for summer recreation programs and summer/fall sports leagues on March 17 – 18. Registration will open for programs for mid-June through August. -Monday, March 17, 6:00 a.m.: Recreation, enrichment and sports camps, programs and sports leagues registration opens. This includes summer camps, art, crafts, sports, technology, outdoors, […]

As spring break travelers prepare for their vacation getaways, the Redmond Municipal Airport (RDM) has a few reminders and practical tips to help them plan for a smooth journey. The increased passenger volume may lead to limited parking availability and increased waiting time in security screening lines. Travelers are encouraged to check the airport’s website […]

Thrill-seekers in Central Oregon will soon have a new place to experience the rush of skydiving with the grand opening of Skydive Bend on April 5, 2025. Located at 2028 NW Berg Dr., Madras, OR 97741, Skydive Bend will offer tandem skydiving experiences with breathtaking views of Oregon’s high desert and Cascade mountain range. The […]

Cascades Academy is expanding its renowned summer programming with the launch of Summer Outdoor Leadership (SOL) Adventures, a dynamic new program designed to immerse middle and high school students in outdoor adventure, leadership development, and environmental stewardship. SOL Adventures empowers 6th-10th graders to explore Central Oregon’s natural landscapes while building confidence, collaboration, leadership skills, and […]

Cheers Redmond! Starting this summer Sunriver Brewing Company is coming to town. We look forward to joining the growing community of south Redmond with the opening of our upcoming Redmond Pub in the Westmount building on Canal Street across from Ridgeview High School. The new pub will feature a contemporary beer hall layout with a […]

The Bereavement Department in conjunction with leadership at Partners In Care is hosting a community group to explore messaging in Stephen Levine’s book “A Year to Live” through a series of monthly sessions in 2025 and early 2026. In “A Year to Live,” Stephen Levine, author of the perennial bestseller “Who Dies?” teaches us how […]

Join Bend Endurance Academy and the Bend Community April 25-27th, 2025 at The Pavilion for the first ever Bend Bike Fest, produced by Bend Endurance Academy. The BBF is the new event home of the legendary Bend Bike Swap from years past. Consign your new/used gear and bikes, browse a selection of local businesses and […]

Think Wild, Central Oregon’s wildlife hospital and conservation center, recently rescued a juvenile American goshawk after the bird became entangled in netting in a chicken coop. American goshawks are a Species of Greatest Concern in Oregon and are known for their size and aggressive hunting behaviors. The raptor sustained severe injuries requiring surgical intervention but […]