Heather Dion, Executive Director, explains how Court-Appointed Special Advocates (CASAs) represent a child's best interests when courts are making decisions about a child's short and long-term interests - especially when that child's home placement is being made. www.CASAofCentralOregon.org
Stirrup Purpose Equine-Driven Healing
Penny Campbell, Executive Director of Stirrup Purpose, shares the benefits of healing therapy through equine riding.
The 2025 Great Drake Park Duck Race
Steve McDonald, Chair of the 2025 Great Drake Park Duck Race, talks about the three Bend Rotary Clubs' process of choosing nonprofit beneficiaries, obtaining the permits and organizing the 36th renewal of this colorful fundraiser. www.TheDuckRace.com
Saving Grace Development Director Stephanie Miller
Stephanie Miller, Development Director for Saving Grace, shares how the nonprofit helps youths and adults who are dealing with abuse. Their second annual Purple Party is coming up in September.
Deschutes Children's Foundation and The Great Drake Park Duck Race
Cassi MacQueen, executive director for the Deschutes Children's Foundation, talks about providing office space for child-related services on four community campus locations, the threat federal funding cuts could have on those services, and the Great Drake Park Duck Race. www.DeschutesChildrensFoundation.org
OSU Extension Service - Canning Tips and Trends
Glenda Hyde, Associate Professor of Practice with the OSU Extension Service, talks about the most requested topics from the 2025 Deschutes County Fair - Tips and Trends for preserving foods. www.Extension.OregonState.edu
Oregrown in Redmond
Hunter Neubauer, founder of Oregrown Dispensary, shares about the journey of opening cannabis dispensaries in Central Oregon.
Seed to Table (Sisters) Central Oregon Vegetable Farming in August
Audrey Tehan, founder and executive director for Seed to Table in Sisters, talks about productive Central Oregon vegetable farming from the middle of August into November and looking forward to the return of school kids from local elementary schools. www.SeedtoTableOregon.org
Bend City Update with Mike Riley: Road Safety and Road Construction Projects
Bend City Councilor Mike Riley talks about current and future road construction projects in Bend, including a focus on safety for all community members including walkers and bikers. Contact City Council at council@bendoregon.gov.
Dark Sky Oregon with Chris Hill
Dark Sky Oregon Board Member Chris Hill Shares about the importance of dark skies and programs he is working on with Central Oregon groups.
Every Kid Sports partners with Disney Jr. for the Let's Play campaign
Eleana Fanaika, Executive Director for Every Kid Sports, talks about the last year of growth, a new partnership with Disney Jr. called Let's Play, and the Born in Bend campaign. www.EveryKidSports.org
Pollinator Pathway Bend with Gwen Bartonek
Gwen Bartonek is President of the Board for Pollinator Pathway Bend. She talks about the importance of creating a pesticide free corridor of native plants in urban settings to build pollinator pathways, to keep the balance of our native plant, insect, and bird world. She offers suggestions on what community members can do in their back yard to create a healthy space for pollinators.
Mosaic Community Health - Looking Back and Looking Forward
Emily Boynton, Senior Development Officer for Mosaic Community Health, talks about the history of community health centers dating back 60 years to the Civil Rights Era, the founding of the Ochoco Clinic in Prineville (predecessor to Mosaic Community Health), and the mission, services, and reach of Mosaic in Central Oregon today. www.MosaicCH.org
Central Oregon's High Desert Music Collective
Claire Merydith sits down with Charlie Utter, founder of Central Oregon's High Desert Music Collective. He tells us about his organization and how they support local artists. He also fills us in on some of our local live music events.
Noemi Arellano Summer from Central Oregon News Guild
Noemi Arellano Summer - reporter with The Bulletin and bargaining committee member with Central Oregon News Guild - details the issues facing the union representing the staff in negotiations with The Bulletin newspaper.
Endless Summer Nights - Heart of Oregon Corps
Leanna Williams, Development Director for the Heart of Oregon Corps, discusses the impactful projects completed by the 16-24 year old program participants to mitigate wildfire risks, improve waste reduction as they learn life- and career-skills in a paid environment, their 25th anniversary celebration, and graduate reunions. www.HeartOfOregon.org
Food Insecurity with Pat Nadon from SAGE and Linda Orcelletto from City Club of Central Oregon
Pat Nadon from SAGE (Senior Advocates for Generational Equity) and Linda Orcelletto (representating City Club of Central Oregon) talk about an upcoming Community Conversation on food insecurity in Central Oregon. SAGE matches individuals and businesses with volunteer opportunities that support personal and professional interests and skills.
Airport Expansion and Traffic Improvements with Redmond City Manager Keith Witcosky
Redmond City Manager Keith Witcosky shares information about Redmond Airport expansion, traffic improvement plans, and events coming up this summer.
Birdies 4 Babies - Mt. Star Family Relief Nursery
Staley Micken, Development Director for the Mountain Star Family Relief Nursery, provides an overview of Mt. Star's role in the education of community and parents to prevent the abuse of children ages 0-5 years. www.MtStar.org
Exploring Our Local Caves with Neil Marchington
Neil Marchington, Chairman of Oregon High Desert Grotto, tells us about Central Oregon's caves and how we can keep them clean.