Good morning, Bend.

A community group aiming to purchase Mt. Bachelor ski area raised over half its funding goal in just a few days through crowdfunding.

Deschutes County's Coordinated Houseless Response Office is developing a managed homeless camp in Juniper Ridge, Bend, with enhanced services aiming for safer, stable living conditions and regional collaboration.

Bend's National POW/MIA Recognition Day ceremony honored missing veterans and POWs with a name-reading at the Heroes' Memorial, highlighted by stories of those from Bend still unaccounted for.

Sawyer Park in Bend will undergo renovations with a $1.33 million federal grant.

Six sculptures in Bend's roundabouts were humorously defaced with oversized googly eyes.

A Central Oregon family is heartbroken after their daughter's sex abuse case against her mother's boyfriend was dropped due to the prosecution's oversight on trial deadlines.

John Kish, a prominent queer business owner in Bend, shares his journey from small-town Oregon to creating a unique horticulture and theater retail experience, highlighting the evolution of Bend's inclusive theater scene.

The Farmers Conservation Alliance in Bend, Oregon, has received a $200,000 award from the U.S. Department of Energy to enhance irrigation and energy efficiency amidst climate challenges.

The Bachelor Complex of fires near Bend, Oregon, ignited by lightning two weeks ago, is now 37% contained, with the Firestone and Flat Top fires at 87% containment.

A judge is considering the release of employment records from a 1990s internal investigation of Deschutes County Sheriff candidate Kent Vander Kamp, amidst allegations of dishonesty and a legal battle over their confidentiality.

Bayocean: The Lost Resort of Oregon

Learn about the fascinating history of Bayocean, a once-thriving resort town, and its eventual demise due to natural erosion, as shared by author Jerry Sutherland.

How to Play Didgeridoo: Learn and Experience

Experience the unique sounds and cultural significance of the didgeridoo through a captivating performance and presentation.

September Women in STEAM Networking Happy Hour

Connect with fellow women and non-binary professionals in STEAM at a casual happy hour gathering at Lifty's, featuring networking opportunities and local flavors.

Thrive Central Oregon Resource Drop-In Consultations

Experience drop-in social services assistance that connects you with valuable community resources.

Interactive Family Story Time

Experience an engaging story time with books, songs, and rhymes tailored for children aged 0-5 years.

Bend Library Book Club Discussion

Discuss the novel 'Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Tomorrow' by Gabrielle Zevin at the Downtown Bend Library.

Sustainable Building Solutions Tour

Experience innovative approaches to reduce the climate impact of buildings in Central Oregon through a tour showcasing sustainable structures and practices.

RIMS Western Regional Conference 2024

Engage with industry peers and gain insights into risk management and insurance at the RIMS Western Regional Conference in Sunriver, Oregon.

Thrive Central Oregon Support Consultations

Experience valuable drop-in consultations for social services assistance that connect you with essential resources.

Volunteer Happy Hour in the Kansas Avenue Learning Garden

Experience the joy of gardening and community contribution at this inclusive volunteer event, featuring refreshments and seasonal projects for all skill levels.