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To ensure that your Valentines Day includes a smooch from a pooch or a purr of contentment, the Humane Society of Central Oregon’s Unleash Your Love promotion will have reduced fees on special guests during the month of February. More »


Rep. Greg Walden (R-Ore.) announced Friday that he will hold a Telephone Town Hall discussion on Wednesday, February 8, from 5:30-6:30 pm PST. More »


NeighborImpact, in partnership with Oregon Housing and Community Services, will be installing a 68,000-watt solar panel system on three buildings at the Madras Townhomes complex in Madras. More »


Wells Fargo is bringing educational programs from the Oregon Museum of Science and Industry (OMSI) in Portland to local elementary students in Bend. More »


Facebook is proud to announce the 33 recipients of our second annual Local Grants program in Prineville/Crook County. Fund distribution will be completed by the end of February. More »


Between February 14th and February 17th, customers who spend $10 or more at Common Table will be given a $10 meal token to give away. More »


Mid Oregon Credit Union, known for its support of education, has awarded grants to local teachers totaling more than $75,000. Mid Oregon Credit Union, originally established in 1957 by a group of teachers in Central Oregon, is in its twelfth year of providing funding directly to local educators. More »


Not a fan of the Super Bowl phenomenon? Then get out of the house and enjoy a Super Bowl Widow sale of half off all jewelry at the Humane Society of Central Oregon Thrift Store. More »


The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Prineville District Office is implementing a series of wildlife closures to protect several species of birds of prey during sensitive nesting periods. More »


The High Desert Education Service District Board of Directors has selected three finalist candidates in the search for a new superintendent to replace Dr. Dennis Dempsey, who will be retiring in June after having served in education for more than 36 years. An open house will be held on Wednesday, February 8th from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. in the HDESD offices at 145 SE Salmon Ave, Redmond to meet the candidates More »


The 36th Annual U.S. Bank Pole Pedal Paddle online registration is now open. Just click to www.pppbend.com and all the information that you need to know is there! The event this year is May 19th. More »


Opportunity Knocks is pleased to announce it has hired Eric Meade as membership director. More »


WINNING Over Anger and Violence has received two grants totaling $6,000. The grants include $5,000 from the Robert W. Chandler II Fund of The Oregon Community Foundation and $1,000 from the Rick and Diane Rupp Family Fund of The Oregon Community Foundation. More »


After an exhaustive nationwide search, Seven Peaks School took a positive step toward the future this month by awarding its top spot to a familiar local face. Megan Martin, the school’s interim Principal since last summer, has accepted the position on a permanent full-time basis. More »


Amid giant, gleaming stainless-steel canisters in the brewing room of GoodLife Brewing, The Bend Velodrome Project hosted last weekʼs Bend Velodrome Party at GoodLife Brewing on Thursday, January 26; more than 275 people attended. More »


Following the completion of renovations totaling $6 million, The Lodge at Eagle Crest and The Lodge at Running Y Ranch, two premier Oregon resort properties, will join InterContinental Hotels Group’s Holiday Inn Resort portfolio in February. More »


Central Oregon Council On Aging (COCOA) announced the second annual photo contest opportunity called “50+ Beautiful Faces of Central Oregon Seniors.” More »


MountainStar Family Relief Nursery is extremely pleased to announce they are the recipient of several grant awards from private foundations and government sources totaling $33,000. More »


The Nature of Words (NOW) is pleased to announce two 2012 grant awards in support of its year-round creative writing programs for youth. These grants follow a banner year for foundation grants in 2011. More »


The snow and wetter weather has allowed the Three Rivers Fire District to continue the work on fuels treatment below the Rim Park subdivision near Lake Billy Chinook Airport. More »


VentureBox, a new Central Oregon startup accelerator that will apply mentorships, infrastructure and a milestone-based program to help startups get investment-ready, has announced the seven concept stage companies chosen to participate in the organization’s first Venture Launch program. More »


The public may now pay most citations and balances on court cases without mailing a check or going to the Deschutes County Courthouse. Deschutes County is one of seven courts selected by the Oregon Judicial Department (OJD) to offer the public service, called “OJD Courts ePay.” More »


Does mingling amongst fellow animal friends in a local brew pub to raise money for homeless pets sound like a great evening? Then join us for the Humane Society of Central Oregon’s Pup Crawl on February 6, 7, 8 and 10 from 4:00 to 8:00 pm each night. More »


Starting January 27, the Forest Service (FS) Road 22 and Walton Sno-Park temporary closure will be lifted and this area will again be open to the public. FS Road 42 is still temporarily closed during the weekdays and sections of snowmobile trails North of FS Road 42 are still temporarily closed seven days a week due to logging activity in that area. More »


The Oregon Safety Belt Overtime Campaign is a statewide selective traffic enforcement program that seeks to reduce the number of motor vehicle-related deaths and injuries by increasing public awareness of laws regarding the three most prevalent factors contributing to traffic crash injuries: safety restraint use, speed, and impaired drivers. More »


Director Rob Poirier, Deschutes County 9-1-1 Service District, just returned from the prestigious Chief Executive Officer Training Seminar, held just outside the nation’s capital, at the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children. More »


Fuels specialists with the Deschutes National Forest and the Prineville District, Bureau of Land Management said Thursday they have made significant progress on their pile burning program this winter and plan to finish soon. More »


Family Access Network Foundation (FAN) announced that Rose Archer has accepted a position on our Foundation Board. More »


The Partnership to End Poverty held its annual Power of Partnership luncheon Wednesday to celebrate the many partners working together to reduce poverty in Central Oregon. More »


Smolich Motors is proud to support the Humane Society of Central Oregon’s Pet Food Assistance Program. Please stop by Smolich Motors, located at 1865 NE Hwy 20 in Bend Oregon, to donate dog or cat food and help pet owners in Central Oregon. More »


Bend Memorial Clinic invites all Central Oregon businesses, organizations and individuals to celebrate National Wear Red Day, Friday, February 3rd, to raise awareness for ongoing research and education about Heart Disease in America. More »


Got Baby Stuff? Soroptimist International of Bend is holding its 7th Annual Community Baby Shower. More »


Deschutes County seeks three new volunteer Historical Landmarks Commission members and is accepting applications until Friday, February 24. Commissioners serve four-year terms beginning in April. More »


The 2012 U.S. Bank Kid’s Mini Pole Pedal Paddle T-shirt Contest is here! This year’s race is May 20th! This is such a great project to encourage kid’s 1st grade – 6th grade to express their creativity. More »


The Think Again ParentS Substance Abuse Prevention Team of Redmond is seeking parent input for their upcoming information campaign. More »


The Central Oregon Builders’ Association (COBA) honored real estate development company Brooks Resources Corporation with a Lifetime Achievement Award at its annual Awards of Excellence gala earlier this month. More »


In celebration of a unique and innovative partnership with the City of Bend, Cascadia Green Building Council announced Wednesday that its CEO, Jason F. McLennan, will deliver a free public lecture on January 30. More »


Over 8,000 children in Oregon are in foster care on an average daily basis as a result of abuse and neglect. This violation of children’s basic human rights is the focus of Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA). More »


The Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office was notified Monday that the Department Executive Committee for the American Legion had identified Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office Deputy Pete Penzenik as its Officer of the Year for the state of Oregon. More »


For 35 years, Saving Grace has played an active role in the Central Oregon community, providing the only confidential women’s shelter for those seeking safety from domestic violence and sexual assault. More »


Building owners, residents, facility managers and building maintenance personnel that have fire sprinkler systems need to know now is the time to take the preventive measures to prevent fire sprinkler systems from freezing. More »


The Family Access Network is the recipient of a $5,000 donation to be used to help address basic-needs for children and their families in Deschutes County. More »


Ignite Bend is seeking submissions for its eighth iteration slated for Thursday, February 23rd. The Tower Theatre will again host the popular community event that promises an entertaining evening of fast-paced storytelling and inspiration. More »


The Bethlehem Inn Board of Directors has elected new officers for the upcoming term. More »


Mountain View Hospital will begin hosting free, monthly Total Joint Replacement classes beginning in February. Classes will offer information for individuals who are candidates for hip and knee replacement as well as members of the community who are interested in learning more about the procedure. More »


The Cow Creek Umpqua Indian Foundation has awarded $10,000 to the Central Oregon Disability Support Network for the Adler’s Voice Program. More »


CASA of Central Oregon will be at four local art galleries from 5 - 9 pm on the First Friday Art-Walk February 3 to kick off their fourth annual Celebration of Hope event. More »


Caring For Troops is seeking addresses for those deployed military people who have a Central Oregon connection (Deschutes, Jefferson, or Crook County). More »


Sunriver Resort has announced the sale of two lots in the Caldera Development near Sunriver. The proceeds of these sales, approximately $250,000, will be dedicated to fulfilling the resort’s pledge to the Central Oregon Community College Foundation’s culinary campaign. More »


Central Oregon Community College has begun offering the General Educational Development — or GED — test. The first tests were given this week at the COCC Crook County Open Campus in Prineville. More »


The Every Kid Fund is distributing $7,906 in scholarship money for the 2012 winter distribution cycle to six local non-profit organizations. More »


The Oregon University System (OUS) is pleased to announce that I-team, a youth LEGO robotics team from Bend, was awarded for their performance at the Intel Oregon FIRST LEGO League Championship Tournaments, presented by Rockwell Collins, held on January 14-15, at Liberty High School in Hillsboro. More »


Every holiday season the Old Mill District and Wagon’s Ho team up to provide carriage rides to shoppers and visitors. Many revelers enjoyed the sparkling lights, music and crisp air during these complimentary rides last month. Carriage operators accept tips and donations, all of which are donated to KIDS Center (Kids Intervention and Diagnostic Service Center). More »


The public is invited to join Bend Park and Recreation District staff for a third open house regarding Miller’s Landing Park. Located on the Deschutes River’s east bank, the new park is across the river from McKay Park, at the corner of Riverside Blvd. and Carlon Avenue. More »


Bend Fire and Rescue reminds everyone to please keep fire hydrants visible and accessible during the winter months. With significant snowfall finally here, we need your help. More »


It is the Middle of Winter and this is the time that most people need help with food, clothing, and other essentials. Since 1995, Jake’s Diner has been collecting coats, blankets, sleeping bags, and food in an attempt to help out in this situation. More »


The Home Instead Senior Care® office serving seniors in Central Oregon has announced the Salute to Senior Service program to honor senior volunteers for the tireless contributions they make to their local communities. More »


Rimrock Health Alliance and Pioneer Memorial Hospital are teaming up to offer a new diabetes class starting Feb. 9. More »


Deschutes County seeks volunteers to assist local victims of crime. A two-day training for potential volunteers is scheduled to take place Friday, January 27 and Saturday, January 28. More »


Ernest J. Mazorol III, Trial Court Administrator for the 11th Judicial District (Deschutes County), announced Friday he will retire on June 30. He was appointed to this position by Presiding Judge John M. Copenhaver on March 1, 1984. More »


United Way of Deschutes County has surpassed the $1 million mark in the fundraising effort to raise $1.2 million to help address urgent social service needs in Deschutes County. Volunteers and staff are now working to reach the next benchmark of $1.1 million. More »


Bill Calidonna, owner of Enviro Shuttle, is sponsoring the “Winter Donation Shuttle Service” in support of the residents of the Bethlehem Inn on January 27, 28 and 29. More »


Becca’s Closet loans formal wear to any student in Central Oregon for various formal school functions. Bend’s Community Center (BCC) sponsors the Central Oregon chapter of national Becca’s Closet program. The Closet is located at 1036 NE 5th Street in Bendm in the basement in the front of BCC. More »


Ed Shepard, the Oregon/Washington Bureau of Land Management (BLM) State Director, announced Thursday the selection of Carol Benkosky for the position of Prineville District Manager in Prineville. More »


The Board of the La Pine Park & Recreation District would like to invite the Central Oregon community to come and celebrate with La Pine the grand re-opening of the La Pine Event Center. More »


This Friday, a new partnership between the Deschutes National Forest, Discover Your Northwest and Oregon Adaptive Sports will allow local youth, who normally might have to skip an outdoor field trip, to join their classmates in Mt. Bachelor’s snow. More »


Oregon students who have lost a parent in a workplace accident or had a parent suffer a debilitating job-related injury may be eligible to apply for the Workers’ Memorial Scholarship. Applications are now being accepted for the scholarship awards, which are part of a Department of Consumer and Business Services program. More »


Deschutes County Health Services invited residents and visitors Wednesday to complete a brief survey about secondhand smoke exposure and tobacco use in relation to county buildings and properties. More »


The Center Foundation will be conducting ImPACT Concussion Baseline testing for children ages 11 through 17 years who have not already received the baseline through their high schools, on the following dates and times: More »


The Partnership to End Poverty will once again offer free tax preparation clinics from February 1 to April 15 across Central Oregon. Appointments are being taken now.

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