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Solar Challenge

An epic solar car race across 1,700 miles ends at the High Desert Museum

When you think of the Oregon Trail, odds are your vision doesn’t include racing the route in a solar-powered vehicle. “There have been lots of travelers across Oregon Trail-type routes over the years, and still today, people recreate some of the wagon travel…but to my knowledge, this will be the first time solar cars are […]

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Famous Locals

…and how not to harass them

Have you ever had the thought, “I hope I don’t see anyone I know in this grocery store?” Maybe it’s one of those mornings where you look and smell like yesterday; pillow indentations and caramelized drool still blatant on your cheekโ€”but you need a gallon of milk. Famous people encounter similar situations and have similar thoughts. […]

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The Final Straw?

Single-use plastic bags, and now straws, are becoming taboo

Some people treat plastic bags and other single-use items like they’re taboo; others toss them into the trash or the blue bins without a moment’s pause. But, both showing up inside the digestive tracks of marine animals; plastic flotillas have been seen roaming the open ocean and once-beautiful beaches have been turned into sandy recycling […]

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Growing Green

In a competitive cannabis industry, a local company cuts costs through sustainability initiatives

Imagine grandmother’s bountiful flower garden in mid-spring. Now imagine it again, but put it indoors, add Star Trek-level technology and turn those daffodils into cannabis plants. Justin Clapick and Travis Busack are the founders of Deschutes Growery in Bend. They’re the current tenders to grandmother’s “special” garden, growing cannabis professionally since 2010. Part farmers, part […]

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Busted Workouts

Exercising outside this week? Know what you’re facing first: In terms of smoke and your health.

N o one wants to return from a morning run with a scratchy throat, stinging eyes, and lungs that feel like Muhammad Ali’s speed bag. With several wildfires clawing their way through Central Oregon, athletes of all levels should be aware of what they’re up against. Smoke from nearby wildfires has turned Bend and the […]

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Best Tour Company

Wanderlust Tours

W hether it’s the dog days of summer, the tooth-chattering winter, a blossoming spring or a crisp fall, Wanderlust Tours delivers on the mission dreamed up back in 1993. For nearly a quarter century, Wanderlust has been successfully guiding brilliant, exhilarating and informative outdoor tours. The adventure menu varies with the seasons. In the summer, […]

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Best Lunch & Best Salad

Croutons

Croutons restaurant was founded in 2003 and has been running strong ever since. Founders James Watts and Frank Farella are fully committed to their mission of combining “unique flavors with premium ingredients to create an innovative selection of menu items.” The fresh, balanced menu offers something for everyone. That’s why Croutons stands at the top […]

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