The Oregon Department of Revenue is encouraging Oregon taxpayers to participate in an anonymous IRS feedback survey on tax preparation and filing options, which will run through September 2, 2025. Oregon is one of 25 states that partnered with the IRS to provide a free option for taxpayers to file tax year 2024 returns electronically […]
Oregon Taxpayers Encouraged to Take Survey
Central Oregon Salsa Dance Fundraiser
Get ready to move for a great cause! Join NAMI Central Oregon for an evening of dancing, community, and connectionโall to support free mental health programs in our region. What: NAMI Central Oregon Salsa Dance FundraiserCost: $75 โ Purchase tickets here When: Friday, September 19, 2025 | 6โ9 PMWhere: Hollinshead Barn, 1235 NE Jones Rd, Bend, OR 97701 Weโre thrilled to […]
Terry Healey to Discuss his book โThe Resilience Mindsetโ
Roundabout Books will host Bendite Terry Healey to discuss his new book, โThe Resilience Mindsetโ, written for anyone who is feeling marginalized or facing challenges who is looking for stronger coping skills. โThe Resilience Mindsetโ offers an actionable framework to overcome adversity and create a more fulfilling life. The event takes place at Roundabout Books […]
Excellerate Central Oregon 2025
As 2026 approaches, business leaders face an environment defined by rapid change, economic uncertainty, and emerging risks including AI driven cyber threats and global supply chain disruptions. The need for preparation, vigilance, and strategic action has never been greater.On Thursday, September 11, 2025, Excellerate Central Oregon 2025, the regionโs premier conference, will bring together influential […]
OSU-Cascades Wins Award
Oregon State University – Cascades has been recognized for its novel approach to remediating the former Deschutes County demolition landfill and pumice mine, and transforming them into buildable land for the growing campus. OSU-Cascades is one of 10 award winners across the country recognized by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the International City/County Management […]
Mt. Bachelor Gears Up for Central Oregonโs Biggest Downhill Bike Event
Mt. Bachelor will host the fifth annual Red Line Rally, Central Oregonโs premier downhill bike event, on Saturday, August 30, 2025. Named after the resortโs iconic jump trail, Red Line, this invite-only competitionshowcases a unique blend of riders from up-and-coming local youth to seasoned professionals. Spectators are encouraged to gather at the trailโs largest feature, the Moon Booter, where […]
Think Wild Seeks Contestants for Get Wild Chili Cook-Off
Think Wild, Central Oregonโs wildlife hospital and conservation center, is calling on all chili lovers, soup masters, and side dish experts to enter the 2nd Annual Get Wild Chili Cook-Off fundraising event! The chili cook-off is on Saturday, November 8, from 4โ8 pm at the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Central Oregon. Last yearโs event showcased a wide […]
Hope Sings!
Benefit concert for the Latino Community Association to be held at Trinity Episcopal Church. Yolanda gives voice to the aspirations of her parents and the vibrant spirit of immigrant heritage.Yolanda canta canciones que expresan las ilusiones de sus padres y los sueรฑos del inmigrante.YOLANDA ALICIA will be accompanied by Miguel de Alonso, Michael Carney and […]
Meet the Winners! Best of Central Oregon 2025
โThe King of all Wild Thingsโ Mischievous Max on his wild adventure has landed on the island of winners for this yearโs Best of Central Oregon. The Wild Things led him to the kings and queens of food, drinks, services, people, places, shopping and nonprofit events in Bend, Redmond, Sisters and Sunriver. โHe sailed back […]
LISTEN: Grand Craft Bend: Tony Lawrence ๐ง
We are thrilled to be joined by Boneyard Beer founder and brewmaster, Tony Lawrence, who walk us through the trials, tribulations and meanderings of his auspicious 36 year career in beer that all started here in Bend. LISTEN NOW: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/source-weekly1/episodes/Grand-Craft-Bend-Tony-Lawrence–Co-Founder-and-Brewmaster-at-Boneyard-Brewery-e36s9pq

