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During a time of uncertain funding, 4D Recovery continues to expand programming to help young people overcome addiction through long-term recovery. “This center provides free long-term recovery support to any young person seeking a future free from addiction. This is a perfect example of how Measure 110 funds fund critical services,” stated Tony Vezina, Executive […]

Middle school, ugh. It’s the worst. But Greg is determined not to be at the bottom of the popularity chart. He’ll leave that to his weird neighbor, Fregley. Or maybe Greg’s best friend, Rowley Jefferson. But it’s not going to be Greg…no way. Jeff Kinney’s popular character takes center stage as Greg’s cartoon diary becomes […]

Following a powerful April recognizing Child Abuse Prevention Month, MountainStar Family Relief Nursery (MountainStar) is carrying forward the momentum of its annual Keep Kids Safe (KKS) Campaign into May—continuing to highlight the critical role community support plays in preventing child abuse and neglect across Central Oregon. KKS Campaign: Ongoing Impact MountainStar’s KKS Campaign serves as […]

On Tuesday, April 28, Redmond City Council approved the 2026 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Action Plan, as recommended by Housing and Community Development Committee.  The plan helps to address a wide range of community housing and facility needs through CDBG grants administration. Redmond is receiving $257,912 in CDBG entitlement for fiscal year 2026/27. The […]

The Deschutes County Fair & Rodeo is proud to welcome multi-platinum artist Ja Rule as part of the Kendall Toyota of Bend Free Summer Concert Series. Taking the stage on Friday, July 31, 2026, Ja Rule will bring a high-energy night of iconic hits, summer vibes, and unforgettable entertainment to Central Oregon. Known for dominating […]

Construction on Franklin Avenue will be completed in three phases. Traffic impacts will change during each phase. Phase 1 includes replacing and upgrading underground water pipes on Franklin Avenue from First Street through Fourth Street. Work is estimated to begin in May and continue through June. What to Expect During Phase 1 Construction-May through June […]

In Central Oregon, spring doesn’t belong to just one season. Snow lingers on the mountain while trails begin to dry, and lakes and rivers reopen. For Oregon Adaptive Sports, that overlap is where one of its most anticipated events takes place. Turns & Berms, co-hosted by the Kelly Brush Foundation and Oregon Adaptive Sports, has […]

It’s planting season in Central Oregon, and our local farmers need a boost! Join the Willing Workers on Local Farms (WWOLF) pack on Thursday, May 14 at Fields Farm in NE Bend for a hands-on day of food, farming, and community. This WWOLF event’s projects will likely include: 🥔 Planting potatoes 🍅 Transplanting tomatoes 🌱 […]

The annual Central Oregon Community College Salmon Bake, a Native American feast and celebration that’s been a regional tradition for more than a quarter century, is set for 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, May 16, at the newly expanded Madras campus. Held by the college’s Native American program and its First Nations Student […]

The coalition that sponsored the Oregon Nisei Veterans WWII Memorial Highway  Historical Marker was honored with an Oregon Heritage Excellence Award on Wednesday, April 29, 2026 in Mt. Angel by the Oregon Heritage Commission. The group was recognized for its grassroots collaboration that culminated in the dedication of a 41-mile stretch of Highway 35 from […]