Giving Tuesday is coming up Tuesday, December 3, and Central Oregonians have a special opportunity to give back to their community by donating to KIDS Center, our region’s Children’s Advocacy Center. The public is invited to stop by KIDS Center’s parking lot on Giving Tuesday and make a gift. “Give an amount that’s meaningful to […]
Give back to your community this Giving Tuesday at KIDS Center
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Redmond Shelter Celebrates One Year
Redmond’s low-barrier shelter on Friday celebrated its first year offering year-round stays and services for people experiencing houselessness. Shepherd’s House Ministries’ Redmond Center hosted an anniversary party Nov. 15 for community members and guests staying at the shelter. The Center, which initially operated as a winter shelter to provide emergency services with the help of […]
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The Rosendin Foundation Donates $83,550 to Central Oregon Nonprofits
The Rosendin Foundation, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization founded to make a positive impact on communities through financial grants and volunteer work, donated $83,550 to six charitable organizations in Central Oregon. The nonprofits support the local community in many ways such as fighting food insecurity, empowering individuals, helping children and young adults, and more. On November […]
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Santa Express to Collect Food, Clothing, and Toys for Families in Need
Santa and the Bend Fire Department Santa Express are back spreading holiday cheer! We will be driving through neighborhoods with our friend Santa collecting food, clothing and toys to support the Salvation Army. Collection bins have been placed at all our fire stations for any donations between now and Friday December 13th, 2024. In 2023, […]
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First Story to Present Keys to First Time Homeowners in Dedication Ceremony
Bend residents Megan and Troy Stith will receive the keys to a brand new First Story home built in partnership with Heart of Oregon Corps’ YouthBuild program. A special Home Dedication event will take place on Nov. 21 in the First Place community, located in Southeast Bend. Community and members of the media are invited […]
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‘Tis the Season to Get a Christmas Tree From Your National Forest!
The Deschutes and Ochoco National Forests are selling permits to cut Christmas trees from local national forest lands. Beginning today, November 14, the public can purchase Christmas tree permits at Forest Service offices, online, and from local vendors around Central Oregon for use on the Deschutes and Ochoco National Forests. Christmas tree permits for the […]
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Bend-La Pine Schools Board of Directors Fills Empty Seat
In a special meeting on Tuesday, the Bend-La Pine Schools Board of Directors voted unanimously to appoint Ross Tomlin to fill an empty seat on the board. Tomlin is a La Pine resident and president emeritus at Tillamook Bay Community College. He was appointed to the Zone 6 at-large seat, beating out two other top […]
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LISTEN: Bend Don’t Break with Jeff Knapp 🎧
In this episode of Bend Don’t Break, Aaron Switzer sits down with Jeff Knapp, the newly appointed CEO of Visit Bend, to delve into his journey from a humble start in hospitality to leading one of Oregon’s most celebrated visitor bureaus. Jeff shares stories of his early days in the industry, moving from bussing tables […]
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BendNest Calendar Winter 2024
November 16 Flannel & Frost FUNDRAISER – Mark your calendars as the Boys & Girls Club of Bend celebrates 30 years of community impact at their annual dinner and auction. This year is especially meaningful as they gather with 300 community champions to honor three decades of dedication to the club youth. They aim to […]
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Things I’ve Learned: Julie Lyche
Julie Lyche was born and raised in Eugene and has lived in Central Oregon for more than 30 years. She has served as the executive director of the Family Access Network for over 19 years. In addition to her work, Julie has volunteered in the local schools and on the basketball court, coaching her children […]