Get ready for a day of fun, fitness, and philanthropy at the 7th Annual Heroes on the Run, presented by Subaru of Bend, happening on Sunday, June 14, 2026, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. This beloved community event combines a professionally timed run with a full day of family-friendly activities and celebrations in Bendโs […]
Heroes on the Run Returns for its 7th Annual Event
Sisters Habitat for Humanity Completes Woodlands Development
Sisters Habitat for Humanity marked a major milestone on May 29, celebrating both the completion of its Woodlands development and the dedication of its newest homes. The vibrant 10-cottage project provides local families and individuals with a vital opportunity to put down permanent roots. During the dedication ceremony, four new homeowners were welcomed home by […]
Parasite Thriving in Warming Waters of Upper Klamath River Killing Off Young Chinook Salmon
Earlier this month, in an act of urgency after finding many young Chinook salmon dead in the vegetation along the Upper Klamath River near the Oregon-California border, scientists drove to an Oregon expert with several of the fish carcasses they normally would have mailed. Dead fish typically sink to the depths of the river or […]
Under New Ownership, Grace and Hammer Pizza is Going Strong
Grace and Hammer is entering its fourth full month under new ownership. The new owners of the real estate and the business are a group of long-term Central Oregonian friends who did not want the historic building (built in 1912) to change or the pizza place to go away. So, it was purchased in early […]
Oregon Organizations Receive E-mobility Grants
More than a dozen Oregon organizations have been awarded electric mobility grants, helping connect communities to the benefits of going electric. This round of grants supports a variety of projects across Pacific Powerโs service area, including the purchase of e-bikes, electric vehicles and charging stations. The funding comes from revenue generated by the Oregon Clean […]
Deschutes County Accepting Applications for 2026 County College
Deschutes County is accepting applications for the 2026 County College program. The deadline to apply is Friday, July 10. County College is a free, 10-week program that gives community members a behind-the-scenes look at county government. Participants meet with County staff, learn how local services work, and tour facilities like Deschutes 9-1-1, Knott Landfill, the […]
City Hosting Pre-construction Open House for Second Street Waterline Project
The City of Bend invites community members to attend a pre-construction open house for the Second Street Waterline Project, a key infrastructure upgrade that will replace aging waterlines and strengthen the future reliability and resilience of the Cityโs water system. The open house will be held on Thursday, June 25, from 4:30 to 6:00 p.m. […]
Central Oregon Nonprofits Receive Funding from OnPoint
OnPoint Community Credit Union has announcedย grants supporting Central Oregon nonprofits through itsย bi-annualย Community Grants & Giving program, including funding forย theย BendNEXTย Foundation.ย BendNEXT received $3,500 to fund leadership development scholarships for 10 emerging leaders in Central Oregon. The program includes skills-development workshops, networking opportunities and year-round mentorship circles designed to help strengthen the regionโs workforce pipeline. The support comes as Central Oregon […]
SE 15thย Street and Ferguson Road Intersection Closure Begins June 22
Crews are preparing to begin construction of a new single lane roundabout at the intersection of SE 15th Street and Ferguson Road. To complete the work safely and efficiently, the intersection is expected to fully close, beginning Monday, June 22, with detours in place. The closure will begin after the private development project impacting Ferguson […]
Complaint Alleges Sheriff Candidate Ty Rupert Broke Campaign Law: Updated
A complaint filed with the state ethics body alleges Deschutes County Sheriff candidate Ty Rupert misused county resources while campaigning for the top law-enforcement position in the County. Rupert, who was appointed interim sheriff by the Deschutes County Board of County Commissioners in July, embarked on a series of town halls throughout Deschutes County, beginning […]

