The Deschutes Trails Coalitionย is thrilled to announce ourย Small Project Grant Program awardees for five projects totaling $30,000 that will enhance trail development, maintenance capacity, and recreation opportunities throughout Central Oregon. These investments support local organizations dedicated to improving access to public lands, maintaining sustainable trail systems, and expanding volunteer stewardship efforts. The following projects have […]
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Roundabout Books to Host Author Chelsea Iversen, Author of “The Whisper”
Roundabout Books is excited to host author Chelsea Iversen at an in-store release day event on July 28 at 6:30 pm. Iversenโs new novel, The Whisper, is a speculative thriller following a group of friends who must return to the small mountain town where they grew up to confront the past and use their power […]
Pacific Catalyst Donates Alaskan Cruise in Raffle for Heart of Oregon Campus
Pacific Catalyst has graciously donated a once-in-a-lifetime boutique cruise valued at $13,500 to be raffled off by Heart of Oregon Corps. Tickets are available for $100 a piece, and all proceeds will support Central Oregonโs first youth workforce development campus. Campus Wonder Raffle tickets are available for purchase online until 5 p.m. on July 15, […]
QT Breast Imaging Center Opens in Bend
Most women are familiar with mammography and conventional handheld breast ultrasound. Few have heard of the QT scanner. Beginning July 13, 2026, women in Oregon will have the opportunity to learn about this breast imaging technology with the opening of Perk Imaging, the first clinic in the state to offer QT Breast Imaging technology. Perk […]
Cirque Ma’Ceo: A World Class Extravaganza of Equestrian Excellence Comes to Redmond
The Year of the Horse is a 90-minute live equestrian spectacle created by 9th-generation equestrian acrobat Olissio Zoppe. The production is a breathtaking convergence of classical dressage, liberty work, trick riding, and bareback riding interwoven with aerialists and acrobats in a seamless expression of athleticism, trust, and artistry.ย The experience unfolds beneath a custom-built 650-seat […]
Bat Walk Returns July 8
Get ready for a guided twilight adventure exploring the regionโs most fascinating nocturnal mammals. Experience nature at night when the Museum’s popular Bat Walk Wednesday tour returns on July 8. Learn how bats navigate the night and which species call the High Desert home. Then head out onto Museum trails at dusk equipped with bat detectors, allowing you […]
OSU-Cascades Hosts Campus Visits forย Adults Interested in Completing a Degreeย
Adults with some college experience who are interested in completing a bachelorโs degree at Oregon State University โ Cascades are invited to visit the campus and attend an information session this summer. More than 30% of students at OSU-Cascades transferred academic credits from another university or college, including 19% from Central Oregon Community College. In […]
High Desert Garden Tour Fast Approaching
Join us for the 31st Annual High Desert Garden Tour, presented by OSU Extension Service and OSU Master Gardenersโข. On this yearโs self-guided tour of 5 beautiful gardens in the Redmond area youโll see everything from a Japanese garden to vegetables to waterwise landscaping as well as our very own research garden at the OSU […]
State Warns About Life Insurance Fraud Ring Targeting Older Adults
The Oregon Division of Financial Regulation is warning people about a recently detected fraud ring that is signing up people for life insurance without their knowledge or consent. The fraud, which targets mostly older adults, has been found in multiple states, including Oregon. Here is how the fraud, which involves licensed insurance agents, works: Victims […]
Partners In Care Hosts “Understanding Dementia-Related Behaviors: A Caregiver’s Guide”
Local nonprofit Partners In Care invites community members in Central Oregon to its engaging, in-person education series. For the past 18 years, Partners In Care has been providing no-cost community education on a myriad of topics such as preparing for end of life, facing a serious illness, and caregiver tips and resources. The next community […]

