Northwest homebuilder Hayden Homes today announced a pledge to invest $25 million to charitable causes by 2030, alongside the launch of its Give As You Go™ Fund, an initiative connecting homebuilding with a commitment to building a strong community across Washington, Oregon, Idaho, and Montana. The fund will focus on philanthropic priorities including housing solutions, […]
Hayden Homes Pledges $25 Million to Charitable Causes by 2030
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Deschutes County Commissioners Approve Third-Party Arbitration for William Bailey
Former Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office Capt. William Bailey will receive a neutral re-evaluation of his March 2 termination, the Board of County Commissioners voted April 22. While Commissioners Phil Chang, Tony DeBone and Patti Adair had the option to postpone the decision to a later date, they unanimously voted yes to Bailey’s request for a […]
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Ground Breaks on Think Wild’s Aquatic Mammal Enclosure
Think Wild will soon provide temporary homes for injured beavers and otters in need of rehabilitation. Construction began on a 900-square-foot enclosure which will be the first of its kind in Oregon. It will feature large filtered pools, kennels, shift doors, climb-proof walls and 10-foot-tall, enclosed fencing. The enclosure will have four separate living spaces […]
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LISTEN: Bend Don’t Break, David Bermudez🎧
In this episode of Bend Don’t Break, Aaron Switzer sits down with David Bermudez, executive director and founder of Bend Science Station, to talk about curiosity, critical thinking, and what it really means to learn science. David shares his journey from teaching at Sunriver Prep to launching a nonprofit that has spent more than two […]
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LISTEN: Bend Into Balance: Alli Jorgensen🎧
In this episode of Bend Into Balance, host Adriana Mariño sits down with Alli Jorgensen, Fitness Supervisor at Bend Parks and Recreation, to explore the vital role public fitness spaces play in individual wellbeing and community health. With more than 30 years of service at Bend Parks and Recreation, Alli shares her personal journey into […]
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Restaurant Guide 2026
The restaurant world is ever-changing. The annual Source Restaurant Guide aims to include new openings and popular staples to help you plan your eating year! We know more is coming as well. Bamboo Sushi is expected to open in the spring of 2026 in downtown Bend on NW Oregon Avenue. The owners of Powder House […]
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Vote Rick Russell for Deschutes County Commission, Pos. 4
The race for Position 4 on the Deschutes County Board of County Commissioners has seen a lot of candidates come and go, but two competent people remain. If either gets over 50% of the votes in the May election, they’ll win the seat and no additional voting will be necessary for the November election. Rick […]
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Update: Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office Payouts Near $6 Million
The Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office is still dealing with the fallout of alleged favoritism and retribution that has plagued the agency for years. The sheriff’s office, and Deschutes County, are now at the center of a grievance of termination and administrative appeal by William Bailey, a former DCSO captain who ran for sheriff against Kent […]
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The Bend Market Isn’t Hot or Cold. It’s Honest.
What’s the market doing? This is a common question you receive when you are a real estate professional. And it can be a challenging one to answer. But today, the story in Bend is all about balance. After a stretch of rapid appreciation, low inventory, and intense competition, today’s market is settling into a more […]
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Surviving Shilo
When the Shilo Inn closed back in February, my first thought was for Real Taste of India. Tucked into the restaurant space attached to the hotel, the delectable Indian restaurant and buffet overlooks the pool and garden area. I’ve been here long enough to see several restaurants inhabit the space (pour one out for Fat […]