5 Star Concierge, a premier lifestyle and household management company, is excited to announce its expansion into Bend, Redmond, and Sisters, Oregon. Specializing in personalized, non-medical assistance, 5 Star Concierge supports seniors and their families by providing a wide array of services designed to enhance quality of life and alleviate daily challenges. Recognizing the unique needs […]
5 Star Concierge Expands to Bend, Oregon, Offering Comprehensive Services for Seniors and Their Families
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SFF Presents offers spring classes at Sisters Art Works
SFF Presents has announced two adult art and music classes at Sisters Art Works beginning in April. First up is an all-day painting class with renowned local painter, Paul Alan Bennett on Saturday, April 26, followed by a 6-week bluegrass workshop with Joe Schulte every Wednesday evening from April 30 – June 4. Registration is […]
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Train Your Brain program provides free helmets to third graders
This spring more than 2,000 third graders throughout Central Oregon will learn about brain injury prevention and helmet safety through the Train Your Brain program taught by local athletic trainers, now part of St. Charles Health System. This program, formerly led by The Center Foundation, provides interactive assemblies and free multi-sport helmets to local elementary […]
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The Cascade Cycling Classic Downtown Criterium presented by Worthy Brewing needs volunteers
The Horner Cycling Foundation is excited to announce that the Cascade Cycling Classic Downtown Criterium is slated for Saturday, June 14th, 2025. Volunteers are needed for various positions such as course marshalling, setting up and tearing down the course. To sign up to help, please go to www.cascadecyclingclassic.com and click on the Volunteer tab. This […]
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Registration Open for the Second Annual Central Oregon Small Farm School
The Central Oregon Small Farm School is back for its second year, and registration is open! This event for small-scale farmers and agriculturalists will take place on March 29, 2025, at the Central Oregon Agricultural Show in Redmond at the Deschutes County Fairgrounds. For $40, attendees will gain access to a diverse selection of sessions, […]
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A Novel Idea: Oregon’s Largest Community Read Program Kicks Off in April
Now in its third decade, A Novel Idea continues to harness the power of books to foster empathy and understanding among people throughout Deschutes County. This year, Ritu Mukerji’s debut novel Murder by Degrees and the youth selection, The Queen of Ocean Parkway by Sarvenaz Tash, promise to spark thought-provoking discussions and events, including in-person […]
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New Oregon Department of Forestry Report Says PacifiCorp Wasn’t Responsible for Santiam Canyon Fire
Oregon Department of Forestry investigators have determined that the 2020 Santiam Canyon fire was not caused by downed power lines as plaintiffs’ attorneys have alleged but rather by hot embers drifting into the canyon from the nearby Beachie Creek fire. The report, released March 19 to the Oregon Journalism Project under a public records request […]
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Get Ready to Rock at RendezVan
Every spring, a uniquely Bend-style celebration unfolds at Mt. Bachelor, bringing together RVers, campers and van-lifers for a long weekend of spring skiing, live music and good times on the mountain. RendezVan returns April 17 to 20, offering festivalgoers the perfect blend of outdoor adventure, après tailgating and live performances against an alpine backdrop. Beyond […]
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Horoscope Week of March 20, 2025
ARIES (March 21-April 19): Cheetahs are the fastest land animals. From standing still, they can be running at 70 miles per hour three seconds later. But they can’t sustain that intensity. After a 20-second burst, they need to relax and recover. This approach serves them well, enabling them to prey on the small creatures they […]
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Letters to the Editor 03/20/2025
Guest Opinion: The Idea of Public Lands Needs No Defense, It Only Needs Defenders Millions of acres of high desert public lands in Central and Eastern Oregon include some of the region’s most beloved areas like Steens Mountain, the Owyhee Canyonlands, the John Day River and Hart Mountain. Those who enjoy exploring these sinuous canyons, […]