Mount Saint Helens is one of the most well-known peaks in Washington, other than Mount Rainier, not because of its size or its look, but because of its interesting history. On...

On Sunday, April 19, 2026, Mt. Bachelor bid farewell to its 2025/2026 season. With record-low snow levels and unusually high temperatures, it was a season to remember. However,...

With the early arrival of spring in Central Oregon, it's time to start transitioning what activities we do. Ski racks turn into bike racks and snowmobiles turn into kayaks and...

From temporary body art to hair dye and conditioning, as well as cultural and religious rituals and traditional practices, henna (mehndi) provides a unique and meaningful way to...

As December moves along, many Central Oregonians are wondering, Where is the snow? After Mt. Bachelor announced on Nov. 28 that their opening day would be postponed, skiers and...

At a staggering 10,358 feet tall, South Sister is the tallest peak in Central Oregon and the third- tallest in Oregon. A popular 12.2-mile out-and-back trail takes you from the...

As the fall colors arrived in Central Oregon, Benham Falls did not disappoint with vibrant orange and yellow leaves on the trees and bushes. Whether you are looking for a mountain...

Are you looking for a moderately challenging day hike with rewarding views? Tumalo Mountain might be the hike for you. Only 30 minutes west of Bend, Oregon in the Deschutes National...

With so much to offer, Central Oregon never disappoints when it comes to weekend activities. A few weeks ago, my family visited me, and we spent the weekend hiking, camping, enjoying...

On May 17, the annual SELCO Pole Pedal Paddle race was held in Bend, Oregon. The race is a fundraiser for the Mt. Bachelor Sports Education Foundation and helps raise money...

During the Northwest Rugby 7s Conference Championship on Saturday April 12, Central Oregon Community College faced two of the best teams in the conference – Oregon Institute...

Whether you’re an early bird or a night owl, there’s no shortage of fun early-morning or late-night activities in Bend. From star-filled observatories to 6 a.m yoga classes,...

As most people who live in or visit Bend, Oregon, know, there is no shortage of things to do when it comes to the outdoors. From the snowy Cascade mountains to the chilly rivers...

On Jan. 27, Rev. Nontombi Naomi Tutu paid a visit to Central Oregon Community College’s Wille Hall. Students from COCC and Cascades Academy attended the hour long conversation...

The culinary club had its annual Thanksgiving Pie Fundraiser where they made over 350 pies to sell for this year’s Thanksgiving. Throughout the month of November, members of...

On Nov. 17, 2024 around 6 p.m., snowflakes began to fall at the Bend COCC campus. Within an hour, over an inch of snow had accumulated and the campus was covered in a blanket of...

Central Oregon Community College’s 25th annual Turkey and third annual Toddler Trot, took place on Nov. 9, 2024. Had a decent number of participants. Even COCC’s mascot, Bob...

How do COCC students feel about Mt. Bachelor being up for sale? Bend’s beloved mountain, Mt. Bachelor was listed for sale after Powdr Corp announced they would be selling...