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Isaac Biehl

Isaac is living proof that "Iowa Nice" is actually a thing. A journalism graduate from Iowa State University, he regularly writes about music, the outdoors and the arts/culture scene. Isaac loves the Trail Blazers, backpacking and a good IPA. He plans to one day win Survivor. Your move, Jeff Probst.

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Rescheduled

A slow Central Oregon music scene as venues and artists cancel and postpone shows
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Festival season and concerts aren’t always the cleanest. There is an incredible number of gross things I’ve seen at Lollapalooza that I’d rather not share. That being said, it makes sense that around the country, popular festivals are having to make decisions to combat the spread of COVID-19. Coachella has been postponed until October; SXSW […]

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The Local’s Bin: A Central Oregon Music Playlist for Troubled Times

Listening to local music can soothe your soul right now—plus, it helps musicians stay afloat
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The music scene is hurting right now. For fans, sure. We aren’t able to go out and see shows. But for artists, bands and venues, the struggle is much more acute. Touring and playing concerts are a giant part of a musician’s livelihood, and right now that’s not an option. One thing listeners can do to […]

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Bend Park and Recreation Shuts Down Facilities

After emergency meeting, all BPRD facilities and programs to be shut down through March 29
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TUpdate 3/13: From end of business on March 15 through March 29, all Bend Park and Recreation facilities will be closed. This includes Juniper Swim & Fitness Center, The Pavilion, Art Station, Bend Senior Center, District Office and Park Services. Facilities will continue to have administrative staff in the buildings but will not be open […]

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Record Store Day Pushed Back

You’ll have to wait a little longer to get your hands on those special vinyls
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Due to the spread of COVID-19 and recommendations to withhold from attending large gatherings, the organizers of the nationally-celebrated Record Store Day announced this morning that this year’s Record Store Day has been postponed until June 20. The day was originally set for April 18. “We think this gives stores around the world the best […]

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Parks Dept. Shuts Senior Center

With older populations among those at higher risk of coronavirus, BPRD closes classes, center for older adults
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Today Bend Park and Recreation District announced it will suspend service at the Bend Senior Center effective at 5pm Friday. Other programs at Juniper Swim & Fitness are also canceled, as they also include many older adult participants—a population known to be more susceptible to serious complications from COVID-19. In addition, BPRD’s adult and kid […]

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Trailblazing: From Low-Cal to Big Gains

Deschutes Brewery steps away from lighter beers, making a powerful & tasty hazy IPA in the process
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When I first heard about Deschutes Brewery’s new beer, I almost couldn’t believe it. Bulk pHaze, a hazy double IPA, that’s heavy on the calories, carbs, ABV and made with protein malt—was it for real? Turns out, yes. Inspired by Lead Brewer Tanner Hulse, who decided to embrace being the “resident bro” amongst his coworkers, […]

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Let the Madness Begin

Oregon’s college b-ball teams see games canceled
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Update 3/12: The NCAA announced today that due to concerns around novel coronavirus, both the Men’s and Women’s tournaments will be canceled. Every year March comes around same as always, and every year I’m still pumped for March Madness. It’s truly a beautiful thing—and should perhaps be considered the ninth wonder of the world. It’s […]

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Updated: Kacy & Clayton, more of Sisters Folk’s upcoming shows canceled

Kacy & Clayton’s return to Central Oregon canceled, at least for now…
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UPDATE, 3/12, 6:20 pm: Sisters Folk Fest, which organized the Kacy & Clayton show as well as a number of upcoming shows in Sisters, alerted us tonight that this show, along with upcoming shows, such as Sierra Hull on April 9, are canceled for now. Sisters Folk has updated information on its website about other […]

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Getting Wiser

On the cusp of Lost Ox’s sophomore album
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Portland’s Lost Ox first became a band in 2017, then released its debut album in March of 2018. The two-year mark is upon “Wildheart,” and the boys of Lost Ox have grown plenty since then. They’ll look to improve off an already well-received album with the band’s sophomore effort. Guitarist Dylan DiSalvio tells me that […]

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Two-Thirds Joseph

Natalie and Allison Closner dish on their latest album, women in music and the dynamic of being sisters in a band
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Portland’s Joseph is a powerhouse trio of sisters, tackling a range of rock, pop, folk, R&B and everything in between. Natalie, Allison and Meegan Closner are currently in full-swing tour mode, celebrating the release of the group’s third studio album, “Good Luck, Kid.” As Natalie and Allison were getting out of a Lyft, we hopped […]

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