The message arrived on a Tuesday morning, around 10:30am. It was early October 2021, and that year’s exceptionally hot weather had finally broke in St. George, Utah, where I was working. “A woman called to let you know that your mom has been evicted,” said Joseph Witham, my editor at the time. “She said your […]
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Judge Blocks Kotek’s Executive Order Requiring Union Labor for State Construction Projects
Marion County Circuit Judge Thomas M. Hart issued a temporary injunction today blocking a December executive order by Gov. Tina Kotek. The December order decreed that state agencies “shall” enter into project labor agreements with labor unions for most state construction projects. Earlier this month, the Oregon-Columbia chapter of the Associated General Contractors of America […]
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LISTEN: Bend Don’t Break with Kisky Holwerda 🎧
In this episode of Bend Don’t Break, we sit down with Kisky Holwerda, the driving force behind Bend, Oregon’s Ponderosa Players. A passionate theater director and educator, Kisky shares how this innovative troupe is fostering creativity, building community, and bringing bold, original performances to life. From the joys of working with young actors to the […]
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Republican Lawmakers Introduce Bill to Repeal Wildfire Hazard Maps
Oregon House and Senate Republicans introduced legislation on March 18 that would repeal the state’s wildfire hazard map. The new piece of legislation is meant to address community frustrations around rising insurance costs and threats to property values. The map, which came out of Senate Bill 762, classifies lots as low-, moderate- or high-hazard zones […]
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5 Star Concierge Expands to Bend, Oregon, Offering Comprehensive Services for Seniors and Their Families
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 […]
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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 […]