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New affordable housing community off of Murphy Rd.
Nonprofit Thistle and Nest has been awarded over $10M to build 74 affordable homes off of Murphy Rd. in Bend. Learn more about it here.
SEE THE CENTRAL OREGON DAILY NEWS ARTICLE HERE
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Fall rain ends Central Oregon wildfires
After a record-breaking fire year, October rains bring an end to wildfire season. Learn more here.
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Salmon spotted in Klamath Basin, first since 1912
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RDM to get additional $10M for expansion
Redmond Airport will receive a $10M grant for expansion in addition to the existing $170M allocation. Learn more about the RDM expansion here.
SEE THE CENTRAL OREGON DAILY NEWS ARTICLE HERE
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Mount Bachelor Community Inc. Leadership, Elected Officials, and Key Local Stakeholders to Rally in Support of Mt. Bachelor Community Ownership
Mount Bachelor Community Inc. (MBCI) Co-Founders Dan Cochrane and Chris Porter will convene a group of prominent local elected officials and community leaders for an on-the-record rally on Saturday, October 12 from 3-5 PM in Bend, OR in support of MBCI’s efforts to acquire Mount Bachelor on behalf of its community.Collectively, these individuals will highlight the resort’s role as a key driver of Central Oregon’s regional economy, the mountain’s symbolic value as a natural and recreational treasure, and why MBCI’s mission represents a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to ensure Mount Bachelor is stewarded in alignment with its community’s interests in the long term.The event follows a highly successful first month of activity by MBCI, including a GoFundMe campaign that achieved 100% of its fundraising goal in one week – and over $39,000 to date – to fund essential legal and compliance services supporting the organization’s acquisition efforts.Speakers at the October 12 event include:- Melanie Kebler, Mayor, City of Bend
- Dan Cochrane, Co-Founder, Mount Bachelor Community Inc.
- Chris Porter, Co-Founder, Mount Bachelor Community Inc.
- Tom Healy, Member, Mount Bachelor Founding Family
WHAT: MBCI Community RallyWHEN: Saturday, October 12, 3 – 5 PM PTWHERE: Drake Park, Bend, OregonFACEBOOK EVENT LINK: https://facebook.com/events/s/mt-bachelor-community-inc-kick/1037149997956610/This family-friendly gathering will feature live music by Gbots & the Journeymen with special guest Eric Ledbetter, activities for kids, and food and beverages served by Cobra Dogs, Barrio, Kona Shaved Ice, and Sunriver Brewing.
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Army National Guardsman sets new world record for burpees
How many burpees can you do in an hour? An Oregon National Guardsman sets the world record at over 1,000. Find out the details here.
SEE THE MILITARY TIMES ARTICLE HERE
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$1.62 million grant to go to Smith Rock for improvements, welcome center
Oregon Parks and Recreation has received a $1.62 million grant for Smith Rock State Park to develop a welcome center, improvements to lots, and more. Find out the details here.
SEE THE ORIGINAL KTVZ ARTICLE HERE
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Central Oregon Center for the Arts has received a $25,000 grant
The Oregon Cultural Trust has awarded $25,000 to the Central Oregon Center for the Arts. Find out more here.
SEE THE ORIGINAL KTVZ ARTICLE HERE
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Eastern Oregon’s dark sky sanctuary set to expand
A dark sky sanctuary in the Owyhee Canyonlands is set to expand its acreage over the next few years. Learn more about it here.
SEE THE ORIGINAL KTVZ ARTICLE HERE
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Number of small businesses in OR is growing
Oregon has over 400,000 small businesses that employ more than half the state’s workers. That number is growing. Learn more about it here.
SEE THE ORIGINAL OPB ARTICLE HERE
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