Business
Central Oregon tourism drives economy, but not without negatives
To many, the Mt. Bachelor ski area kick-started tourism in Central Oregon when it was built in the ...
Business
Diversification breeds success but not affordability
When Matt Tobolski moved his business from sunny San Diego, he couldn’t have thought of a better place ...
Bend
Central Oregon growth has provided challenges, opportunities for wildlife advocates
Elk Meadow Elementary School in southwest Bend sits on busy Brookswood Boulevard, surrounded by side streets lined with ...
Explore
Central Oregon groups get creative to manage recreation growth in the region
Easy access to outdoor recreation has long been a key driver for Central Oregon’s rapid growth. People want ...
Bend
Bend overcame air pollution caused by woodstoves, now a new threat has emerged
When wildfire season is at its peak in late summer, Shalee Hanks-Mink is usually up at the crack ...
Environment
Rising population, shrinking water: Central Oregon works to solve chronic water troubles
Water shortages and groundwater problems have been a chronic issue in Central Oregon for over a century. Soaring ...
Growth
Central Oregon remains a hot spot for growth, despite statewide slowdown
While growth has declined throughout Oregon, Central Oregon continues to be one of fastest-growing regions of the state, ...
Bend
Central Oregon growth is decades-long storyline: Which problems persist and solutions prevailed?
Elinor Wilson moved to Bend with her family in 2000 at age 4. The town’s population hovered slightly ...
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