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Summer Photo Contest

April 6, 2026

Earth Heroes of Central Oregon

April 15, 2026

Letters to the Editor, Week of April 23

April 20, 2026

Bend-La Pine Schools Creates Policy to Review Tech in Classrooms

April 17, 2026

Central Oregon Leaders Press U.S. Highway 97 Safety Projects Amid State’s Transportation Budget Woes

April 20, 2026

Six People Treated for Drug Overdoses in 24 Hours

April 20, 2026

Calendar

Musician Open Mic Showcase hosted by The Session

Mondays, 5-9 p.m.

The Commonwealth Pub, 30 SW Century Dr., Bend

Locals’ Day Plus Live Music

Mondays, 11 a.m.-9 p.m.

On Tap, 1424 NE Cushing Dr., Bend

420 Fest Concert at Cheba Hut

Cheba Hut, 1288 SW Simpson Ave., Bend

Bluegrass Collective Mondays

Mondays, 6-8 p.m. Continues through April 27

Silvermoon Brewing, 24 NW Greenwood Ave, Bend, OR 97703, Bend

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Food & Drink

Study Finds Tipping Culture is on the Decline

Community members opine on tipping culture and its viability to provide workers a living wage

Local News

Republican Candidates for Governor Face Off at Hillsboro Forum

The four top candidates generally ignored each other and the elephant (not) in the room.

Local News

Gravel Cycling Website Dirty Freehub Goes Analog

The gravel cycling route masters’ fourth guide booklet is an ode to Central Oregon as a destination for gravel adventure

Culture

What Paula Poundstone Loves About Comedy

As her upcoming Bend performance draws near, Poundstone answers questions about what she finds funny, what she’s like off-stage, and what Bendites can expect in May

Food and Drink

8am-Bend Breakfast Bliss is the latest Venture from the Owner of Dear Mom Cafe

JJ Chalernhinthong also has a pop-up donut business

A 100% Gluten-Free Bakery Opens in Redmond

Good Friend specializes in superseed breads

Two Restaurants Close, Two New Restaurants Are Opening in Their Place

Olive & May and Casa Sur are both opening in May

cULTURE & COLUMNS

A Momentous Year for Film on La Croisette

A brief look at the 79th Cannes Film Festival

Caring for an Aging Population

The wild west of elderly health care

Grit and Determination on a Big Screen

Three local athletes reclaim their outdoor lives after traumatic spinal cord injuries

Mastersingers Mark 20 Years with Landmark Concert at Tower Theatre

Anniversary performance blends reunion, reflection, and a forward-looking vision for Central Oregon’s choral scene

mUSIC

Trickster, Satsang & Harkum, Crenshaw & Mastro

Upcoming music performances range from get on your feet and dance to a soulful introspective

Scientist to Songwriter

Creating that human connection

Imani Winds X Andy Akiho: BeLoud, BeLoved, BeLonging

On April 12, a new performing arts series brings world-renowned and emerging musicians to the Tower Theatre

Living in the Light Tour

Grammy-winning acoustic guitarist Tommy Emmanuel is coming to the Tower Theatre

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Business

Think Wild’s Newest Ambassadors Are Hoppin’ & Slitherin’ Into Classrooms

Business News

Bend Author’s Book Ranked Nationally

“In Vitro” is about a young doctor facing a moral dilemma

Business News

Deschutes Trails Coalition to Host Prospective Volunteer Expo at Bend Brewing Company April 29 5-7pm

The event aims to grow community awareness about what it takes to maintain a vast all-season trail network

Business News

Central Oregon Youth Conservation Corps Provides Over 50 Jobs for Local Youth

Collaboration between Heart of Oregon Corps, the U.S. Forest Service and Central Oregon Intergovernmental Council ensures that conservation jobs remain available