Commute Options Blog

By Katy Bryce, for Commute Options Have you ever heard the story about Okinawa, Japan and how its residents tend to live much longer than the rest of the world? The same goes for Sardinia, Italy and a handful of other communities in the world that share a unique claim...

By Katy Bryce, for Commute Options Central Oregon is not only known for awesome recreational bicycling, but also for students riding their bikes to school. Elk Meadow Elementary School was recognized once again for its stellar efforts in getting kids riding bikes and...

By Katy Bryce, for Commute Options Baby boomers, those between the ages of 50 and 69, are happy to call Central Oregon as their home, for the active lifestyle, great weather and tight community. In 2010, 28.6% of the population in Deschutes County were baby boomers,...

By Katy Bryce, for Commute Options The bus is coming! The bus is coming! No, the bus is here, and it’s waiting for you. On September 21, Cascades East Transit (CET) expanded the Bend bus routes to better serve the community and get people where they need to be, when...

By Katy Bryce, for Commute Options Get moving for 2015 Oregon Drive Less Challenge, Oct. 5-18! Discover healthy, green travel options for work, school and play that can save you money. Burn calories instead of gas by biking to work or divide the ride and the cost by...

The Oregon Drive Less Challenge is back! Oct. 5 – 18, 2015 Time to get MORE in the 2015 Oregon Drive Less Challenge Oct. 5-18! Discover healthy, green travel options for work, school and play that can save you money. Burn calories instead of gas by biking to work....

By Katy Bryce, for Commute Options The most recent U.S. Census report shows that Millennials, those between the ages of 15 and 33, have officially outnumbered the Baby Boomers, making them the largest and most diverse generation in history. Currently, Millennials...

By Katy Bryce, for Commute Options “Where the rubber meets the road” is the point at which a theory or idea is put to a practical test. In this case, it is where the bike tires and shoe soles meet the road. University of Oregon students are helping the City of Redmond...

The Center Foundation needs the community’s help with its first on-line fundraiser during the week of June 15-19th with the focus on brain and spinal cord injury prevention programs. “Love Your Brain” is a safety awareness and fundraising campaign designed to continue...

By Katy Bryce for Commute Options Local health and medical facilities know that investing in employee health and wellness means a more satisfied, happy and productive workforce. Anthony Igou says it best. “I cannot stress the importance of the health and wellness of...