The City of Sisters got a lot of attention when it became one of the first cities in Oregon to adopt a set of codes around home hardening and defensible space. Now, the City of Bend is set to vote on doing something very similar. The codes may raise the price of new homes slightly […]
Do We Have to Decide Between Fire Safety and Housing?
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The Redmond School District Is Adjusting School Boundaries
The Redmond School District is reviewing its school attendance boundaries as the city grows and enrollment patterns change. The district, which has a total of 13 schools, says uneven housing development throughout the area has resulted in a higher enrollment at some elementary schools than others. Current projections show that Sage Elementary School is expected […]
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One Battle, Sinners, and So Much More
In what felt like one of the most hotly contested Oscar races in recent memory, I found myself excited for the 98th Annual Academy Awards more than I had any right to be. Don’t get me wrong, the ceremony itself was overlong and filled with awkward moments, cringey speeches and performative humanitarianism, but the films […]
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The Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office Announces 2026 Community Shred Event Schedule
The Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office, in partnership with Republic Services, is pleased to announce the 2026 schedule for its free Community Shred Events. These events help residents protect their personal information, safely dispose of unwanted medications, and properly retire worn American flags. Shredding services will be offered at the Sheriff’s Main Office in four locations: […]
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Destination Rehab Celebrates 10 Years with “Dream BIG 2026” Vintage Hollywood Fundraising Gala, Bend OR
Destination Rehab will celebrate its 10-year anniversary with its annual Dream BIG fundraising gala on May 8, 2026, inviting the Central Oregon community to help make this milestone year the biggest Dream BIG yet. With a Vintage Hollywood theme, the evening will bring together supporters, donors, volunteers, and participants for a glamorous night dedicated to […]
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Sky Hunters Takes Flight at the High Desert Museum During Spring Break
Spring break kicks off this Saturday, March 21 at the High Desert Museum with special programs, new exhibitions and summer hours, 9:00 am – 5:00 pm. The popular indoor flight demonstration, Sky Hunters returns to the E. L. Wiegand Pavilion in the Donald M. Kerr Birds of Prey Center. Visitors experience powerful predators close up as raptors fly just overhead, showcasing the birds’ […]
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Central Oregon Mastersingers Celebrate 20th Anniversary with “We Are the Music Makers”
The Central Oregon Mastersingers culminate two decades of choral excellence with their 20th anniversary season finale,“We Are the Music Makers,” on Saturday, April 25, 2026, at 7:00 PM. Led by Artistic Director and Conductor Christian Clark, this milestone performance at the historic Tower Theatre honors the ensemble’s rich history of community and artistic collaboration. The […]
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Longtime Employees and Brothers Jon Houston and Jordon Houston Acquier Bend’s Stereo Planet and Sera Custom Integrators
Stereo Planet, a Bend-based home technology company serving Central Oregon since 1980, is entering a new chapter as longtime leaders Jon Houston and Jordon Houston have acquired the company and its custom integration division, Sera Custom Integrators. Jon has been with the organization for more than 20 years and currently serves as President and General […]
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Award-Winning Author Carter Sickels to Read at OSU-Cascades on May 14
The award-winning novelist and essayist Carter Sickels will read from his work at Oregon State University – Cascades on May 14 as part of the Master of Fine Arts in Writing’s Distinguished Visiting Writer series. Sickels will present and read from his work at a public event at 6:30 p.m. in the Charles McGrath Family […]
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13 Youth Organizations Receive Funds to Support School Garden Projects
The Environmental Center is thrilled to award more than $15,000 to 12 schools and youth organizations to support garden-based education and outdoor classroom projects across Central Oregon this year. Funded projects range from launching new school gardens and improving existing garden infrastructure to creative solutions for extending the region’s short growing season. In addition, the […]