The celestial, melodic vocals of singer Harlee Case float over pulsing synths and a steady rhythm of programmed drums. These are the hallmarks of the brief but potent pop output of Portland-based electronic trio New Constellations. Alongside bandmate and songwriter Josh Smith and the recent addition of multi-instrumentalist Kyle Farook, the threesome will wrap up […]
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Connectivity, Infrastructure Costs Challenge Success of Hawthorne Bridge Project
SERIES INTRO: Bend, the darling of Central Oregon to outsiders, is facing an internal struggle with growth as it develops new initiatives and developments that impact the historic ease of car culture. This tension is currently playing out with the proposed Hawthorne Pedestrian and Bicyclist Overcrossing and a related – and connected – movement to create […]
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Street Dog Hero Hosts Successful Low-Cost Spay, Neuter and Wellness Clinic for 95 Animals in Christmas Valley, Oregon
Street Dog Hero, a dedicated local animal rescue organization, successfully hosted its first-ever low-cost spay, neuter, and wellness clinic in the rural community of Christmas Valley, Oregon, over the past weekend. The clinic, a two-day event, resulted in the spaying and neutering of 95 animals, marking a significant achievement for the area, which has limited […]
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Choice Hotels Continues Upscale Category Growth with New Cambria Hotels Openings and Key Groundbreakings Across the U.S.
Choice Hotels International, Inc. continues to achieve cross-country growth in the upscale segment with three new Cambria Hotel openings and two groundbreakings this fall. The recently opened properties, located in Imperial, California; Pigeon Forge, Tennessee; and Spokane, Washington, and upcoming groundbreakings in O’Fallon, Missouri and Bend, Oregon introduce Cambria into new markets and build on […]
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Give back to your community this Giving Tuesday at KIDS Center
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 […]
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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 […]