The Oregon Department of Veterans’ Affairs (ODVA) is pleased to announce it has awarded grants totaling $800,000 to expand campus veteran resource centers and enhance services for student veterans at Oregon’s public universities and community colleges. These centers play a key role in helping veterans make the transition from military service to college life and […]
Oregon Department of Veterans’ Affairs Awards $800,000 to Support Campus Veteran Resource Centers
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“The Train Man” Returns to the Downtown Bend Library
Michael “The Train Man” Lavrich started sharing his model trains with delighted children—and adults—roughly 25 years ago at the Downtown Bend Library. In the decades since, his annual display of model trains has become a highly anticipated holiday tradition for countless families in Central Oregon. This year, Lavrich is back to share the trains with young […]
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Oregon Youth Challenge Program Celebrates the Graduation of 160 Participants
The Oregon Youth ChalleNGe Program (OYCP) held its graduation ceremony for Class 70 on Wednesday, December 10, 2025, for 160 Cadets who completed its 22-week program. The graduation ceremony took place at the Deschutes County Fair & Expo Center. OYCP is an alternative high school operated by the Oregon National Guard, located in Bend, Oregon. “Today, […]
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Federal Grants for Permanent Supportive Housing Thrown into Chaos
Confusion, concern and uncertainty continue to swirl around federal funds earmarked for housing the homeless across the nation, including here in Central Oregon. An hour before a court hearing for a lawsuit filed by multiple states, including Oregon, challenging new rules governing federal grant money for the homeless, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban […]
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Heartburn! Risks of Long Term Use of Acid Blocking Drugs
The health of the digestive system is in many ways one of the cornerstones of overall health and vitality. When there is ongoing inflammation, or other chronic issues affecting digestive tract function, it can pave the way for other downstream health concerns over time. It makes sense, as this system is where we break down the […]
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Nine New Businesses Opened in Downtown Redmond in 2025
The Redmond Urban Renewal Agency is pleased to announce nine new businesses in the retail/restaurant/service sectors have opened downtown since the beginning of 2025. The current occupancy is 91%, making it the third year in a row where the downtown occupancy has remained above 90%. “The variety of businesses locating downtown continues to diversify making it […]
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COCC Professor and Conductor of Central Oregon Symphony to Retire
Central Oregon is preparing to say thank you, and somewhat of a goodbye, to a man who has been an absolute pillar of the musical community for almost 30 years. Michael Gesme has been the conductor of the Central Oregon Symphony for his entire career here in Bend, in addition to his work as professor […]
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Climbing Program Aimed at Unexpected Audience has Inspiring Results
Seven years ago, Jess Burke was living in Portland, working as a disability analyst for the State of Oregon, and regularly hiking upward of 60 miles a month with her husband, Rod. She began experiencing stiffness in her neck, shoulders and right side, so her doctor prescribed physical therapy. “It wasn’t helping much, but I […]
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Galley Bend Lifts Off With Far East Flavor
Galley Bend has slipped into the old Longboard Louie’s space off Highway 20 on Dean Swift Road and the transformation is a pleasant surprise. The new remodel features both low and tall tables, plenty of natural light and a full bar. The restaurant is the creation of two former flight attendants, Krid Sathirawongwan (Kris) and […]
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A New Way to Enjoy Crispy, Cheesy Comfort Food at Home
Cotto Italian Street Food has launched an Arancini Club. Arancini are golden, crispy Sicilian rice balls traditionally stuffed, breaded and fried. “They’re comfort food with soul,” Cotto co-owner Sarah Fink told the Source. “Creamy risotto on the inside, an irresistible crunch on the outside, made for sharing, celebrating and savoring.” For $20 a month, members […]