In this episode of Bend Don’t Break, host Aaron Switzer sits down with Dr. Greg Pereira, the seventh president of Central Oregon Community College. Greg shares his remarkable journey from growing up in Clackamas to leading one of Oregon’s most respected colleges. His career path spans work in homeless shelters, nonprofit leadership, and higher education […]
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Wildlife Winter Range Closures in the Deschutes National Forest Start Dec. 1
Starting Monday, December 1, four winter range closures take effect across the Deschutes National Forest to provide critical habitat for deer and elk. Beginning December 1, 2025, four annual wildlife winter range closure areas including Cabin/Silver Lake, Metolius Winter Range, Opine Travel Management Area and Tumalo Winter Range will begin. Motorized vehicles (including snowmobiles and […]
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Three Takeaways From the 2025 Oregon Fire Season
Despite early forecasts of a punishing 2025 wildfire season, Oregon escaped relatively unscathed. The season started with an ominous blaze. In just a few days in June, the Rowena Fire, just west of The Dalles, destroyed 56 homes and 100 additional structures. By that measure, the Oregon Department of Forestry said, it was the one […]
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Phil Knight Writes Record Check to Republican Legislative PAC
Phil Knight has broken his own record for political spending. The 87-year-old Nike co-founder wrote a $3 million check to the Bring Balance to Salem PAC on Oct. 22, according to a new filing with the Oregon Secretary of State. Bring Balance was formed in 2021. The PAC spent nearly $5 million in 2022 and […]
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‘Salmon Everywhere’ One Year After Klamath Dam Removal
A little more than a year after the historic removal of four hydroelectric dams on the Klamath River, California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) scientists are seeing salmon reoccupying just about every corner of their historic habitat. “The speed at which salmon are repopulating every nook and cranny of suitable habitat upstream of the […]
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Oregon Department of Transportation Hosts Open House for Hawthorne Crossing
Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT) is hosting an open house on Tuesday, Dec. 2 from 4:30 – 6:30 p.m. at Dogwood at The Pine Shed, 821 NE. Second St. in Bend. This open house is an opportunity for the community to learn more about the Hawthorne Crossing projectand new design, meet the project team, ask questions and provide comments. On Sept. 24, Bend City Council selected a truss bridge style for the Hawthorne Crossing, which will provide a bicycle and pedestrian bridge to […]
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Caldera High School Theatre Presents Disney’s Frozen Jr.
Caldera High School Theatre invites the community to experience the magic of Disney’s Frozen Jr., a beloved musical filled with unforgettable characters, show-stopping songs, and heartwarming messages perfect for the entire family. Based on the smash-hit Disney film, Frozen Jr. follows the spirited journey of sisters Anna and Elsa, along with their friends Olaf, Kristoff, and Sven, as […]
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Pacific Power Warns Customers About Billing Scams
Heading into the holiday season, Pacific Power is reminding customers to be vigilant about fraudulent communications from scammers posing as utility representatives. This activity tends to increase during this time of year. Customers can protect themselves from these types of schemes by being aware of the following facts: Fact: Pacific Power will not contact any customer demanding immediate payment […]
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Breedlove Guitars Donates 75 Instruments to Bend-La Pine Schools
In mid November, the Mountain View High School band room filled with the sound of guitars and the energy of students discovering what’s possible when music is placed within reach. Breedlove Guitars, Central Oregon’s homegrown guitar maker, presented a donation of 75 high-quality guitars—valued at nearly $65,000—to middle and high schools throughout the Bend-La Pine School […]
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ReStore Upcycle Challenge Auction to Support Local Affordable Housing
Habitat for Humanity of La Pine Sunriver is thrilled to announce the opening of our ReStore Upcycle Challenge Auction—a community-driven, creative competition that blends sustainability, artistry, and philanthropy. The online auction will be live through December 19, with proceeds supporting Habitat’s mission to build and preserve affordable housing in southern Deschutes County. Local artisans, DIYers, and creative […]