S alem, OR – Today, Governor Tina Kotek announced the full launch of the Housing Accountability and Production Office (HAPO), a joint office between the Department of Land Conservation and Development (DLCD) and the Building Codes Division (BCD), part of the Department of Consumer and Business Services (DCBS). HAPO is an essential piece of the […]
Governor Kotek Announces Landmark Office to Spur Housing is Open for Business
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35 Cent Minimum Wage Increase Presents Mixed Challenge
On July 1, the minimum wage in Deschutes County increased from $14.70 to $15.05 per hour. An hourly increase of 35 cents could be challenging for some small businesses. With 9 out of 10 restaurants being small businesses and most paying minimum wage to food service workers, the increase can significantly impact whether the restaurant […]
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Think Wild Launches Crooked River Park Restoration Project in Prineville
Prineville, Oregon — Think Wild, Central Oregon’s wildlife conservation nonprofit, invites community members to join a volunteer day on Thursday, July 3, to help launch a new habitat restoration project in Prineville. Volunteers will assist with solarization, an eco-friendly, sun-powered method of preparing soil for native planting by laying out large tarps over a 20,000-square-foot […]
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A Downtown Bend Bar is Closing
Less than two months after 900 Wall closed its doors blaming a significant drop in business, a bar in downtown Bend announced its closing for the same reason. In a posting to Facebook, Unofficial Logging Co. on NW Harriman Street and Greenwood Avenue, said its last day is expected to be Wednesday, July 2. The […]
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Hundreds Answer the River’s Call
Hundreds of enthusiastic volunteers gathered Saturday along the Deschutes River for the 29th annual Deschutes River Cleanup, hosted by the Upper Deschutes Watershed Council . This beloved community event was an all-ages opportunity for locals to show their love of the river through hands-on restoration and care. The monumental effort covers six sections and nearly […]
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Warby Parker Grand Opening set for July 5
National eyewear retailer Warby Parker is officially opening its doors in Bend’s Old Mill District on Saturday, July 5. A mission-driven retailer that specializes in affordable, accessible and stylish eyewear, Warby Parker will move into 1,800 square feet of space in the heart of the Old Mill District, directly adjacent to J.Jill at 520 SW […]
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Support Local Veterans at the Cascades of Bend Food Drive
Cascades of Bend invites the community to take part in a special event that gives back to those who’ve served our country. On Wednesday, August 13, residents of Bend and the surrounding areas can show their support for local Veterans by participating in a Drive-Through Food Drive benefiting Central Oregon Veterans Outreach (COVO). This convenient, […]
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Mt. Bachelor opens for summer activities
Mt. Bachelor opens for summer activities today, June 26 under clear blue skies. The resort will welcome guests with live music by Snowcreek, a BBQ on the West Village Lodge deck, and beer tokens (while supplies last) from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. “It’s a gorgeous day to kick off the season,” said Presley Quon […]
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Workplace Violence Bill Passes the Oregon House and Senate, Heads to Governor’s Desk
The Oregon Legislative Assembly passed groundbreaking workplace violence legislation aimed at keeping frontline healthcare workers safe in hospitals, and home health and hospice settings across Oregon. Senate Bill 537 B (SB 537) was passed by the House just three days after it was passed by the Senate and heads to Governor Kotek for her signature. “I […]
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Cascade Landing will bring nearly 200 affordable housing units to Bend
Construction is underway at Cascade Landing, a new housing community in Bend bringing 98 well-appointed units for individuals and families earning between 30% and 60% of area median income. A second phase plans to add an additional 96 units to the community with an expected groundbreaking in Spring 2026. Both phases are scheduled to be […]