The Oregon House narrowly passed the first of a string of contentious tax bills Thursday by a single vote.
One of bills passed is a health provider tax that supporters say will generate $550 million to pay for the medical care for low-income residents. The bill will increases taxes on hospitals and imposes a new levy on insurance premiums.
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
The Humane Society of Central Oregon (HSCO) is inviting companion animals to enjoy the ghastly delights of Halloween. Unleash your creativity and “trick”-out your four-legged friend in a costume. The Howl-o-ween Pet Costume contest will be Friday,
Deschutes County is pleased to announce that it has been awarded a $3.4 million USDA Forest Service Community Wildfire Defense Grant for its La Pine Wildfire Mitigation Project. The project is a collaborative effort to reduce fire
Oregon ranks 49th in the nation for access to mental health care, a sobering statistic with deep human and economic consequences. On Tuesday, November 18, 2025, the City Club of Central Oregon and the Oregon Health Forum
The weather changed quickly, and Bend Park and Recreation District’s ice season at The Pavilion is underway for hockey, curling and ice skating activities. The Pavilion is open from pre-dawn to late night, seven days a week, and
