Erin Rook
Erin was a writer and editor at the Source from 2013 to 2016.
Council Proposes Water and Sewer Rate Increases
Long showers, green lawns, freshly laundered clothes—these are the luxuries that come with affordable water and sewer rates. But what if those rates weren’t so affordable, or if you could save money by using less? In a work session tonight, members of the Budget Committee and City Council discussed possible water and sewer rate increases […]
OLD TIMERS: The 1950s
In the 1950s, Bend, like so many American towns, was enjoying a lull between the upheaval of World War II and the radical social changes of the 1960s. Polly Gervais Jacobson, 79, reflects on the changes she’s witnessed since those “mellow” times. Source Weekly: When did you move to Bend? Polly Gervais Jacobson: We moved to […]
Safety in their Sights
In the wake of the most recent mass shooting—this time in Isla Vista, Calif., near the University of California at Santa Barbara, where Elliot Rodger allegedly killed six people including himself—the ripple effects are coursing through the nation’s consciousness. While “active shooter events,” as the FBI calls them, have been a part of our social […]
OLD TIMERS: The Changing Face of Bend
As the largest city in the state’s fastest growing county—Deschutes County’s population jumped more than 36 percent between 2000 and 2010—Bend and its demographics are also changing at a rapid pace. Today’s Bendite is increasingly likely to be young, female, multi-racial, politically independent and employed in the service industry. For our Old Timers Issue, meet […]
Out of Town 6/5-6/12
eugene saturday 7 Sasquatch Brew Fest Ninkasi Brewery hosts the 12th annual Sasquatch Brewfest in Eugene’s “Fermentation District.” The craft beer festival features batches brewed just for the event, as well as food, raffles, a silent auction, and a home brew competition against the backdrop of music from the Cherry Poppin’ Daddies, Tatiamo, the Hank […]
OLD TIMERS: The 1940s
In the 1940s, Bend was abuzz with military activity thanks to nearby Fort Abbot (now Sunriver), the Redmond airbase, and military maneuvers staged on the high desert. Despite all the commotion, it was still a small town, with few paved roads and no traffic lights. Shirley Ray, 87, recalls a time when every face was […]
You Could Be 1/7 Boss of the City
This could be you. Three seats on City Council will be coming vacant at the end of this year—Jodie Barram, Mark Capell and Scott Ramsay are currently keeping them warm—and you could be just the guy/gal to fill them. Do you make bold, colorful fashion statements?Do you know you want to be the mayor?Do you […]
See More Seymour: Mission Impossible III
If you’re not planning to attend this week’s no doubt thrilling City Council meeting (budget approvals! rate structures! construction contracts!), then we’ll expect to see you at the next best thing: our See More Seymour screening of “Mission Impossible III.” If you’re feeling torn, fear not—we’ll have someone at the Council meeting and you can […]
Hate Your Job? You’re Not Alone
Once upon a time in my ’20s, when I was complaining to my mother about a soul-less retail job, she offered this completely depressing reminder: “Everyone hates their job.” While that may no longer be true for me, I get that I’m one of the lucky ones. So, if you woke up on this Monday […]
