Small Business Optimism Up, But Uncertainty Remains High
The good news out of the nation’s capital today showed an improving small business economy,…
Monthly Archives: August, 2025
Transient Room Tax Collections
Deschutes County recently released reports that show the transient lodging tax collection results for FY…
Tony Sprando Embarks on New Chapter in Audiovisual Consulting After Retiring AV Bend
After more than two decades as a pillar in Central Oregon’s commercial audiovisual (AV) industry,…
Is Your Website Obsolete in the Age of AI?
Why Google’s AI-driven search makes a strategic online home more critical than ever for Central…
Downtown Redmond’s Revival
((L-R) Bend office, Bend retail, Bend industrial and Redmond industrial | Maps courtesy of Compass…
2025 Bend Venture Conference Prioritizes Local
(2024 Bend Venture Conference | photo by Stark Photography) The Bend Venture Conference (BVC), hosted…
2025 Prineville Economic Profile
(Graphic courtesy of Prineville EDCO) Prineville is quickly emerging as a dynamic hub in Central…
TMP Brings Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat to the Tower Theatre
The Tower Theatre is about to light up with color, music and heart as Thoroughly Modern…
Unique First Story Loan Enables Family to Achieve Homeownership Amid Bend Housing Crisis
(Photo courtesy of First Story) As the Bend housing crisis holds homeownership just out of…
Racing Beyond the Northwest — BEA Athletes Take on Downhill Nationals
(Photo courtesy of BEA) The Bend Endurance Academy (BEA) Race Team showcased excellent performances this…