Bend Wildlife Hospital Seeks Volunteers for Rescue Work
Think Wild Animal Hospital in Bend, Oregon is training new volunteers to help save injured wildlife. The nonprofit needs helpers for evening and weekend shifts starting in February.
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Free Tax Help Available in Bend Through April 15
Trained volunteers at OSU-Cascades are offering free tax filing assistance to Central Oregon families earning under $67,000. The service runs through Tax Day with on-site appointments in Bend.
Bend Takes New Step to Cut Emissions from Future Homes
Bend, Oregon just approved a climate fee on gas appliances in newly built homes, creating a dedicated fund for cleaner energy projects. The city is betting on a greener electric grid to reduce emissions for decades to come.
Three Oregon Students Win $10,500 in SELCO Scholarships
Three Central Oregon students just received $3,500 each to pursue their dreams through SELCO Community Credit Union's scholarship program. The awards are part of $77,500 distributed to 21 students across Oregon this year.
Oregon Rescue Gives Senior Dogs a Second Chance
While senior dogs are four times less likely to be adopted than younger ones, Erica Psaltis is changing that story one gray muzzle at a time. Her Bend, Oregon rescue exclusively saves overlooked older dogs that shelters often can't place.
Bend North Little League Wins 2nd Straight State Title
A group of 9- to 11-year-olds from Bend, Oregon, just defended their Little League state championship with a thrilling 7-3 comeback win. The victory marks the second year in a row these young teammates have brought home the title together.
Oregon Unions Launch Climate Jobs Coalition for Workers
Labor unions across Oregon have joined forces to create Climate Jobs Oregon, ensuring the clean energy transition puts working families first. The coalition aims to build a homegrown renewable energy economy with good-paying union jobs while tackling climate change and inequality.
Bend Triathlete Wins First Full IRONMAN at Lake Placid
Paula Findlay conquered 140.6 miles at one of North America's toughest IRONMAN races in her first-ever full distance attempt. The Bend-based triathlete not only won but shattered the bike course record on her way to qualifying for the World Championship.
Oregon Lowers E-Bike Age to 14 to Boost Safety Education
Oregon's new bill drops the legal e-bike riding age from 16 to 14, allowing schools to finally teach safety to the teens already riding. While other states ban e-bikes, Oregon is choosing education over restriction.
Oregon Adds 126 EV Charging Ports Across State Highways
Oregon is installing 24 new fast-charging electric vehicle stations along its major highways, bringing 126 charging ports to travelers from the coast to eastern Oregon. Several stations could be charging cars within the next year.
Oregon's Smart Growth Plan Protects Farms and Homes
Oregon's 50-year urban planning system is quietly working behind the scenes, approving 96% of city expansion requests while protecting farmland and keeping infrastructure costs manageable. The system helps cities plan for housing while preserving the agricultural land that feeds communities.
Oregon Man Rides for Organ Donation, Eyes World Record
A two-time organ recipient is attempting a Guinness World Record motorcycle journey to save lives. Max Orsini rides across Central Oregon with his poodle Gnocchi, turning every mile into a conversation about organ donation.
Oregon Firefighters Rescue Dog Stranded on Cliff Overnight
When Maverick's leash broke during a walk, the dark-colored dog became nearly invisible against a cliff face 25 feet above the ground. Bend firefighters used high-angle rope rescue techniques to bring him home safely.
430,000 Trees Replanted After Oregon Wildfires
Helicopters delivered nearly half a million tree seedlings to fire-scarred Oregon forests that trucks couldn't reach. The ambitious winter planting project brings new life to 2,255 acres damaged by four major wildfires.
Oregon Credit Union Awards $77K in Student Scholarships
SELCO Community Credit Union is opening applications for $77,500 in scholarships aimed at traditional, nontraditional, and vocational students across Oregon. The program reflects a modern approach to education funding that reaches far beyond typical high school seniors.
Oregon Opens $65M Cancer Center for Rural Patients
A new cancer treatment center in Redmond, Oregon is bringing life-saving care closer to home for rural patients who previously faced hours of daily commuting. The 53,000-square-foot facility offers nine times more space and eliminates a major barrier that once forced some patients to skip treatment entirely.
Oregon Volunteers Offer Free Tax Help to 67,000+ Families
Thousands of Oregon families earning under $67,000 can now get their tax returns prepared completely free by trained volunteers. The IRS program serves rural communities, first-time filers, and non-English speakers across the state.
Bend Volunteers Serve 2,700 Kids Through Creative Programs
An all-volunteer nonprofit in Oregon is stretching beyond comfort zones to dress students for success, teach cooking skills, and remind seniors they're not forgotten. Their secret? Everyone pitches in, learning new skills while serving their community.
Oregon Unions Launch Plan to Create 200,000 Clean Energy Jobs
Ten Oregon construction unions united to create Climate Jobs Oregon, a coalition designed to train workers and accelerate the state's transition to 100% clean electricity by 2040. The plan could generate 200,000 jobs while cutting utility bills and meeting climate goals.
Chinese Cowboys Found at Oregon Ranch Dig
Archaeologists uncovered evidence that Chinese immigrants worked as cowboys and ranch hands across 30+ Oregon ranches, revealing an overlooked chapter of the American West. The discovery challenges the traditional narrative of frontier life and honors families whose legacies were never passed down.
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