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Public broadcasting television and radio network serving Oregon, Southwest Washington; featuring blogs, podcasts. NPR affiliate.

Inspired by the cosmopolitan mountain town we call home, The Oxford Hotel in Bend, OR, is a welcome respite from your outdoor adventures. As the only boutique Bend, Oregon, we offer amenities and luxuries you simply won’t find anywhere else in town.

Nestled alongside the Deschutes River, the Old Mill District is home to an eclectic mix of restaurants, tasting rooms, shops and riverside trails right in the heart of Bend. The district includes the scenic Les Schwab Amphitheater, the state’s largest outdoor concert venue, which hosts more than 25 shows each summer.

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Bend Magazine celebrates the soul of Central Oregon. The award-winning, bi-monthly publication explores mountain culture through the lens of Bend’s lifestyle and landscape, telling the stories that make our region one of the most acclaimed destinations in the country and a wonderful place to live.

The Campfire Hotel in Bend, Oregon, gives Oregon Camp Culture an urban adventure spin. With 100 freshly renovated and vintage camp-inspired guestrooms, an onsite pool and plenty of space to store your outdoor gear, you will have plenty of space to unpack, unwind, and hang out by the Fire.

Statehood Media builds community through world-class content. 1859 explores Oregon’s cultural riches—the people and the places that make our state one of the world’s hidden treasures. 1889 celebrates the best of Washington, from the Columbia to Canada. Headquartered in Bend, with satellite offices throughout the Pacific Northwest.

Since 1977, NewsChannel 21 has worked to provide Central Oregon with accurate, reliable and essential media that connects to the people in our community. NewsChannel 21 remains viewers #1 choice to this day. Find us on air at NBC, FOX, CW and Telemundo, online at ktvz.com and on our app.

Home System Solutions is Central Oregon’s leader in home automation and custom audio video projects. We’re passionate about music, movies, and all electronics. HSS specializes in systems tailored to each client’s needs. We provide market leading craftsmanship, client experience, and customer satisfaction. Contact us today to discuss your next project!

Founded in 1994 by the late Pamela Hulse Andrews, Cascade Business News (CBN) became Central Oregon’s premier business publication. A year later she published Cascade A&E Magazine, a labor of love, dedicated to art and culture throughout the region. A&E Magazine is published every month, on the Wednesday before First Friday covering art, music, film, theatre and more throughout the Tri-County region. With the addition of her son Jeff Martin to the team in 1998, Cascade Publications Inc. (CPI) was formed, and CPI started expanding their publishing efforts to include the annual Book of ListsSunriver MagazineRotary Sports Guides and many more over the years.

Starview Foundation, a private family foundation based in Central Oregon.

Open Space Event Studios offers adaptable venue space for a wide variety of events, creative content production, and collaborative working needs. Located in the heart of Bend’s Central District, our newly renovated space provides a beautiful, contemporary setting for Central Oregon’s creative and professional community.

Western Home Journal is the luxury residential architecture and design sourcebook for the Intermountain West. With biannual editions published in six destination markets, it is the premium resource that links homeowners with craftsmen, artisans, and designers who can help build your dream life in Bend.

MyCentralOregon.com is proudly owned and operated by Horizon Broadcasting Group (HBG), in beautiful Bend, Oregon.

HBG also owns 105.7 KQAK-FM, The Peak 104.1, KRCO AM/FM, KBNW AM/FM and 95.7 FM.

NewSun Energy is a power plant development group focused on renewable energy, primarily photovoltaic solar, and surrounding opportunities.

Theater complex in The Old Mill with multiple screens featuring new release films, plush seating & concession stand.

FESTIVAL PARTNERS

Caldera Arts was founded on a simple idea: bringing under-resourced youth together with creatives to get outside and make art. Turns out, it was a pretty good idea. For over 25 years, Caldera continues to empower youth through innovative year-round arts and environmental programs that nurture creativity and ignite self-expression.

We specialize in Bladeless Custom LASIK, advanced cataract surgical techniques, facial enhancements as well as comprehensive eye care all with a warm, personal approach.

Certified public accountants and business advisors. Our focused and integrated service team efforts provide the value your business deserves and the knowledge your business needs to succeed in today’s changing marketplace.

For decades, First Interstate has been part of the fabric of many hard-working towns and cities. Our belief—that community banking means so much more than simply transactions and accounts—is rooted in an approach to service centered around you.

The Bulletin is the daily newspaper of Bend, Oregon and is owned by EO Media Group, a family owned operation. The Bulletin covers Deschutes, Crook and Jefferson counties and remains committed to local coverage of news, sports and advertising as well as supporting the community with media sponsorships. Providing credible news that gains our communities’ trust. We are committed to reporting and distributing local news and information because a well-informed public keeps our communities strong.

Taking inspiration from the natural beauty that surrounds us, the Element Bend was built with environmental sustainability and guest well-being in mind. You’ll enjoy efficient and flowing design that maximizes space in our guest rooms and public areas.  In harmony with nature, our spacious guest rooms with organic patterns and muted colors create a peaceful place for you to unwind.

Elixir Wine Group is proud to represent the finest family-owned wine estates around the world. Argentina, Chili, France, Italy, Mexico, Oregon, Portugal, Spain, Uruguay.

The DoubleTree by Hilton Bend is nestled in the heart of Downtown Bend. Just steps separating you from the Deschutes River, 20+ boutique shops, 30+ fantastic restaurants, several breweries, and the nightlife of Bend, makes our hotel a perfect base camp while enjoying all the wonderful activities here in Central Oregon.

The historic Tower Theatre is a nonprofit foundation committed to being Central Oregon’s leading performing arts organization, providing cultural and educational programs that make essential contributions to the region’s lifestyle and strength of community. The Tower Theatre is Central Oregon’s best place to experience movies, music, comedy, and drama.

Central Oregon Visitors Association (dba Visit Central Oregon) is a 501c6 that serves as the regional destination marketing organization. We drive overnight visitation to the region to support a thriving tourism economy. We inspire travel to the region through an integrated marketing campaign that celebrates our unique culture, people and landscapes.

A riverside stay in Old Mill District.

A beloved community cinema in the heart of Bend, Oregon’s historic downtown at 869 NW Tin Pan Alley (around the corner from Thump Coffee and next to San Simón). This venue allows BendFilm to continue to increase its year-round programming significantly and has also been an ideal place to dramatically increase our education programs for youth and adults.

SCREENING PARTNERS

Experienced hands. Compassionate heart.

We’re your attorneys -and your neighbors. For over 100 years, we’ve supported our community as board members, sponsors and contributors. Giving back is at the core of our firm culture.

With nearly 30 years of experience, Bend Studio is a Sony PlayStation first-party AAA game developer, located at the base of Oregon’s beautiful Cascade Mountains.

Pacific Power is committed to powering our customers’ lives with the most sustainable, reliable and affordable energy possible. We’re not just your utility, we’re your neighbors. We thrive along with you in delivering services, solutions and long-term partnerships that help protect the environment and keep our communities vibrant.

Established in 1911, The Miller Lumber Company has been serving Central Oregon’s builders and homeowners for over a century.

ASI Wealth Management is one of the top financial advisory firms in the Pacific Northwest. We have provided personal wealth management and institutional consulting since 1998. As an independent Registered Investment Advisor, we provide fee-only wealth management and consulting services to affluent families and individuals, retirement plans, endowments, foundations, trusts, corporations and not-for-profits.

Bend Anesthesiology Group is here to ensure that your experience with your medical procedure is safe and comfortable. Our team consists of board-certified physicians and certified registered nurse anesthetists who  are committed to providing outstanding, comprehensive and compassionate anesthesia services to the Central Oregon community.

A family foundation that believes in strategic infusions of funding, we dedicate nearly 100% of our grant dollars to the environment. As citizens of the planet, we are compelled to participate in the protection of natural resources in the communities where we live.

Need help finding the perfect venue? Our concierge team will help you find what you’re looking for. Source creative spaces, work venues, party venues and more. We can help you find off-market locations, pull permits and negotiate the best rates, at no cost

The hallmark of Best Best & Krieger’s success is rooted in the relationships we forge with our clients. Grounded in integrity, respect and a shared commitment to excellence, these relationships create a sense of unity, and assure that we are fulfilling our role as trusted advisor and advocate.

A lot of things have to be taken into consideration when buying a house, but choosing your mortgage lender should be near the top of the list. Mortgages are all we do and customers are our passion, so we are dedicated to finding the right solution for you. Whether you are looking to buy, refinance or renovate, we have a mortgage for you.

Our mission is to provide individuals with pathways to explore their interest in music through exceptional instruction in an inclusive, accessible and inspiring community.

The mission of ECHO Fund is to educate individuals on the necessity of conservation, while advocating and working for the preservation of plants, animals, and their natural communities for an ecologically sound future.

News, sports & lifestyle reporting for Oregon

Tompkins Wealth Management provides financial planning and wealth management services to individual and small business clients. I focus on helping you reach your financial goals so you can devote more time to your work, your family and your personal interests.

PRESENTING PARTNERS

Combined Communications is a locally owned broadcasting company. We maintain five-radio stations including; “The Twins”, “The Bull”, KBND, 101.7 and “The Beat”. Combined boasts the region’s largest lineup of LIVE/LOCAL on-air personalities and specializes in delivering quality programming to the community, return on investment to advertisers and stability to employees.

Minuteman have made it our goal to provide excellent customer service as well as an outstanding product.  Minuteman Press is conveniently located in the heart of Bend.  We provide print and design services.  Our attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines keeps our customers coming back time and time again.

Founded in 2004, Summit Bank is an independent community bank headquartered in Eugene, Oregon. Our mission is to serve the banking and financial needs of local businesses, non-profits, professionals and individuals with a level of highly personalized, innovative, responsive and technologically advanced customer service.

The Bunk+Brew Historic Lucas House is Central Oregon’s community basecamp.  2.5 blocks from downtown Bend, the Lucas House (1910) is also Bend’s first and oldest brick building.  Book a room (or bunk), go adventure, and then come back for food carts, craft beer, and live entertainment (or our new Finnish sauna).

Bend Design is a creative conference that celebrates creativity and design thinking by convening creative thinkers. Bend Design is for designers, architects, developers, researchers, product managers, SEO gurus, librarians, artists, the list is endless! This event is designed for a diverse range of professions to develop well rounded practices.

Oregon Film, a state agency, has a mission to promote, support and advance the film, video, interactive, animation, and creative content industries within the state by fostering connections between storytellers, productions, businesses and public sectors to strengthen and diversify this industry’s profile and reputation locally, nationally and internationally.

Founded in 1978, Cascades Theatrical Company is the oldest community theatre in Central Oregon. CTC laid the foundation for the theatre groups performing today and it is the only volunteer-based community theatre. We connect community by creating equal opportunity for all who want to participate in the education, collaboration, performance, and production of the Performing Arts. We are a theater for all.

Coldstream is an employee-owned, independently operated wealth management firm. We’ve been earning the trust of and giving peace of mind to high-net-worth clients since 1996. Our advisors are fiduciaries, meaning we are obligated to put your interests ahead of our own.

Bright eatery serving innovative American comfort fare & cocktails in hip, brasserie-like surrounds.

Once Crow’s Feet Commons, often referred to just as Crow’s Feet, and known to many locals simply by that name. We are now just “The Commons” or “The Commons Cafe & Taproom” Same space, same great vibe, same ambition to be a downtown community hub with great drinks, food, and live entertainment.

Details coming soon

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