Business

The Latino Community Association and the City of Bend are pleased to announce the launch of Office Hours at the Latino Community Association’s office at 2680 NE Twin Knolls Drive in Bend.  The Latino Community Association and the City of Bend have a longstanding relationship, collaborating in many ways, from City projects to co-hosting community outreach events. […]

The Oregon Bankers Association (OBA), in partnership with Oregon Business Magazine, has announced Bend-based real estate developer Brooks Resources Corporation as the recipient of the 2025 Community Applause Award. The award, which recognizes an Oregon business for its significant service and contributions to its community, was presented to Brooks Resources during a banking industry event held on Dec. […]

Major fundraising for Central Oregon Community College’s Madras campus expansion, set to open for winter term’s first day on Jan. 5, has culminated with a generous capping grant of $100,000 from the Tykeson Family Foundation. The investment in the “Growing Together” campaign is supporting two central elements of the transformative project: the college’s health care training […]

As part of the City of Bend Public Works Department moving into the new Public Works Campus, the City’s water lab successfully transferred its Oregon laboratory accreditation from its former location at the City’s Water Reclamation Facility. The water lab ensures the City provides safe drinking water to our community. Our newly accredited Water Quality Laboratory […]

Bend-Redmond Habitat for Humanity has officially closed on the purchase of surplus land from Bend-La Pine Schools for $20,000, completing the transaction last week. The property, known as Stone Creek Commons, will become a new homeownership community located next to Silver Rail Elementary School. Habitat was awarded the property through a competitive request for proposals […]

Oregon’s largest credit union donated an unprecedented amount to 350+ nonprofits across Oregon and southwest Washington. This year’s giving totaled more than $4 million, and focusedon food and shelter, youth services, financial education, and environmental stewardship.  “The holiday season reminds us of what communities can accomplish when we come together,” said Rob Stuart, president and CEO of OnPoint Community Credit Union. “These […]

Here in Central Oregon, 1 in 3 households – about 30,000 families – struggle daily just to make ends meet. Every day, our neighbors must make impossible choices. United Way of Central Oregon (UWCO) is hoping to make some of those choices easier. As we move through the year‑end holidays — a time when many families feel both the joy of the season and the strain of added […]

The past seven days have delivered 19” of snow to the base area, with higher totals at mid-mountain, and continued snowfall in the forecast all week. Additional operational details—including expected lifts and trails, Opening Day events schedule, and CET bus route services—will be released in the Mountain Report. Uphill access and Nordic trails will remain closed […]

Earlier this year, Deschutes County amended its outdoor lighting ordinance to reduce light pollution and protect Central Oregon’s night skies while maintaining public safety. The updated rules take effect Dec. 23 for all new outdoor light installations in unincorporated areas of the county. Property owners with existing outdoor lights installed and working before that date will have until […]

Cascade Rack, a leading provider of vehicle racks, overlanding solutions, and outdoor gear accessories, is proud to celebrate its 12th anniversary. Since opening its doors in December of 2013, the company has grown into a trusted resource for outdoor enthusiasts, families, and commercial customers who rely on high-quality and fast service.  Over the past twelve years, […]