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Nestled in the heart of Oregon’s high desert, Bend is a vibrant and dynamic city surrounded by snow-capped peaks, pristine lakes, and winding rivers. With endless opportunities for outdoor recreation, including hiking, skiing, mountain biking, and fishing, Bend is an adventurer’s paradise.
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Bend School Shooting Suspect Reportedly Targeted His Former Special Education Classroom
BEND, OR. — A disturbing new report is shedding light on Thursday's deadly shooting at Silver Rail Elementary School in Bend, including allegations that the 16-year-old gunman deliberately returned to a classroom where he had once…
Fundraiser Launched for Bend Father Who Helped Stop Silver Rail Elementary School Shooter
Fundraiser Launched for Bend Father Who Helped Stop Silver Rail Elementary School Shooter As the Bend community struggles to come to terms with Thursday's heartbreaking tragedy at Silver Rail Elementary School, a new fundraiser is seeking…
Community Rallies to Support 7-Year-Old Critically Injured in Bend School Shooting
BEND, OR. — As the community continues to mourn the heartbreaking tragedy at Silver Rail Elementary School, Oregonians are coming together to support the family of a 7-year-old child who remains in critical condition following Thursday's…
Remembering Rhoam Summer: How Oregonians Can Help a Family Facing Unimaginable Loss
There are no words that can make sense of losing a child, and for one Bend family, the heartbreak following Thursday's tragedy at Silver Rail Elementary School is something no parent should ever have to endure.…
Walk Around a Volcanic Crater at Lava Butte, One of Central Oregon’s Most Striking Stops
Walk the crater rim at Lava Butte near Bend, explore the ancient lava field, and plan your visit with clear details on summit access, fees, trails, and seasonal services.
There’s a Secret Hidden Bar Inside This Historic Oregon School And It Feels Like a Treasure Hunt
There are places in Oregon that feel like destinations. And then there are places that feel like adventures. The kind where you arrive with a rough plan, only to completely abandon it an hour later because…
$3.4 Million to Redesign Tamolich Blue Pool Has Oregonians Asking One Question: Why?
For years, the hike to Tamolitch Blue Pool has been one of those rare Oregon experiences that still feels raw, natural, and earned. Planning a visit? Read our complete Blue Pool Oregon hiking guide for the…