Cascade Relays Offers ‘Big Butte Challenge’

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Cascade Relays invites runners and hikers to reach the summit of 5 local buttes in Central Oregon, offering “The Big Butte Challenge.” According to their website, the event safely brings people together to accomplish one common goal: to reach the summit of 5 Buttes in Central Oregon.

Between March 20 and May 31, participants hike or run each butte, on their own schedule, using GPS tracking to submit times to the virtual results portal.  After each summit, participants can visit the sponsored butte brewery and receive a pint on the house.

The five breweries participating: 10 Barrel Brewing, Wild Ride Brewing, Bend Brewing Company, Worthy Brewing and Deschutes Brewery. More Info Register

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Central Oregon Locavore – Holiday Gift Faire

December 13, 2025 Entertainment, Local News

Calling All Makers Vendors & Sponsors, Applications Open for Central Oregon’s Longest-Running Holiday Gift Faire Locavore’s 17th Annual Holiday Gift Faire returns December 13 — a one-day showcase of artisan crafts, food, and gifts made in Central

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Advocates Salute Family Caregivers

November 9, 2025 Feature Slider, Local News

In recognition of National Caregiving Month, advocates in Oregon are highlighting the immense value of family caregivers as well as the significant challenges they face. New data revealed nearly a quarter of adults in the state, approximately 790,000 people, serve as

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Pacific Power Matching Customer Donations

November 8, 2025 Feature Slider, Local News

Pacific Power is making it easy to help your neighbors and their families stay warm this season. For every dollar you donate, Pacific Power will match customer donations to the Oregon Energy Fund with $2 more. Pacific Power customers who receive their bills