Redmond mountain bikers now have even fewer reasons to drive to the Deschutes National Forest to stage trail rides. The riding opportunities west of town on Bureau of Land Management land is now more streamlined and connected — by the tune of 11.5 additional miles. In March, the Source reported that the Central Oregon Trail […]
New Trails Delight at Cascade View and Cline Buttes
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Central Oregon Community College Faculty Hopeful After May 13 Rally
Some Central Oregon Community College faculty say they are feeling optimistic, unified and committed to finding a solution to achieving fair wages after the May 13 rally attended by over 75 demonstrators. COCC faculty have reached day 119 of good-faith bargaining with their employer and only have 26 more to go before they reach the minimum days required to exchange a proposal. During this time, some faculty have […]
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Oregon’s Housing Supply Increased Only About 5% Between 2020 and 2025
Oregon’s housing supply increased modestly between 2020 and 2025, with the biggest growth in Central Oregon, but progress lags far behind the state’s lofty goals. U.S. Census Bureau data released May 14 shows the number of Oregon housing units climbed to 1.9 million, up from 1.8 million, over the five years, an increase of 5%. […]
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Deschutes County Solid Waste Launches Program to Help Reduce Recycling Contamination
Deschutes County Solid Waste, in collaboration with The Recycling Partnership, City of Bend, Cascade Disposal, and Republic Services, is announcing a Clean Cart education program to help residents recycle right and reduce contamination in the recycling stream. Over the next several months, crews will place informational tags on recycling carts in residential neighborhoods around Bend. […]
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LISTEN: Bend Into Balance: Dr. Bruce Becker🎧
In this episode of Bend Into Balance, Adriana Marino sits down with Dr. Bruce Becker, a nationally recognized physician and lifelong swimmer, to explore the profound physical and mental benefits of water. From rehabilitation and chronic illness to stress relief and longevity, Dr. Becker explains why aquatic movement is uniquely powerful across every stage of […]
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LISTEN: Bend Don’t Break, Keith Witcosky🎧
In this episode of Bend Don’t Break, Aaron Switzer sits down with Keith Witcosky, City Manager of Redmond, to talk about what it really means to guide a fast growing Central Oregon city through change. From overseeing a 150 million dollar budget and a regional airport to navigating water constraints, housing pressure, and cultural shifts, […]
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Long-planned Galveston Avenue Road Project Set For This Summer
A long-awaited street renovation project on a beloved — and busy — commercial corridor in west Bend is expected to commence this summer. Speed bump-like pedestrian crossings, concrete islands and new pavement are some of the changes slated for Galveston Avenue, stretching from the Deschutes River west to 17th Street. The City of Bend hopes to keep two-way traffic open throughout most of the project and limit full closures to a few days for […]
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Amid Rapid Growth, Redmond Hashes Out Groundwater Future
Hanging from the wall of Josh Wedding’s office is a black and white photo from 1954. It shows how the City of Redmond used to pull water from the Deschutes River, storing it in a pond and piping it downhill using gravity to homes and businesses. When demand grew following World War II, the City began supplementing its water supply with a Central Oregon Irrigation District diversion canal […]
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Point In Time Counts Show a 19% Reduction in Homelessness across Tri-County Area
The annual Point In Time count for individuals experiencing homelessness shows a decrease for Central Oregon in 2026, due to expanded shelter capacity and housing initiatives, leaders say. The purpose of the PIT is to learn more about people who are experiencing homelessness and the barriers they face to getting constructive resources. Every January, the Homelessness Leadership Coalition sends staff and volunteers to […]
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The Gear Fix
Interview with owner, Josh Sims You have a unique business that fills a niche here in Bend. Can you describe what you do? We are a service-based business that falls into two different categories: consignment and service & repair. The soul of the shop is to keep gear going while also providing the best items […]