Bend and three other Oregon cities are among the nation’s 50 worst for air pollution spikes.
The Statesman Journal reports the list from an American Lung Association report ranks Bend at number 26.
Eugene, Portland and Medford are also on the list.
Forest fires, wood-burning stoves and weather inversions are common reasons for the spikes.
Calling All Makers Vendors & Sponsors, Applications Open for Central Oregon’s Longest-Running Holiday Gift Faire Locavore’s 17th Annual Holiday Gift Faire returns December 13 — a one-day showcase of artisan crafts, food, and gifts made in Central
Fall festival craft fair to help raise money for Compassion First. This organization helps women who have been caught in the sex trafficking world or helps teach prevention. 9am to 4pm. We will also have a raffle,
High Desert Food and Farm Alliance announced this week the appointment of Kristin Points as the new Executive Director, effective September 15th, 2025. Kristin replaces Sharon Maier-Kennelly who resigned in August 2025. HDFFA staff and board are
Updated guidance released by the new, four-state West Coast Health Alliance has cleared the way for federally approved 2025-2026 COVID-19 vaccines to be available, without a prescription, to anyone who wants them. Alliance members—the states of Oregon,
SOLVE is hosting the inaugural “Pick It Up, Bend!” on Saturday, September 20, from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm in Downtown Bend. This community-powered cleanup brings together residents, local businesses, and volunteers for a hands-on morning removing litter and beautifying public
