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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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Picklers Assemble

Bend Pickleball Club hosts players from all over the U.S.—including a much-younger crowd than in previous years
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Founded in 2013, the Bend Pickleball Club was formed to provide more ways to play the beautiful game here in Central Oregon – which is exactly what they did. In partnership with the Bend Park and Recreation District, BPC raised money and help build 16 new pickleball courts at Pine Nursery Park. And that’s where the […]

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It’s in Their Blood

Ahead of their show at 4 Peaks, Oliver Wood of The Wood Brothers talks about growing up in a musical family
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Last year The Wood Brothers received a Grammy nomination for best Americana Album with the band’s project, “One Drop Of Truth.” While the group—formed by brothers Oliver and Chris Wood and Jano Rix—is well known for its talent, that was the first time their music was recognized on that level. Even still, the band has […]

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AUSTN Coming Home

The 16-year-old singer is fresh off his debut EP and ready for Bendites to hear his music
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Austin Brown loves Bend. While he spends a lot of time in L.A. now, chasing his passions, his hometown and state remain special to him. This much is reflected in his music. “I think just the whole culture—in Bend especially—Oregon in general, is just very laid back. It’s just relaxing, carefree. You do your work, […]

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Band Fact Sheet: The National Reserve

These alternative rockers earned their stripes from a bar in Brooklyn
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The National Reserve possesses a brand of rock, country and soul that is moving and powerful in its vast sound. While the group has seen a variety of member changes over the years, it seems that in the current lineup they have found a completeness that probably won’t change anytime soon. When listening to The […]

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Westbound: Stahlman Point

Bask in the beauty of the Willamette National Forest, Detroit Lake and Mt. Jefferson all in one go
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It’s rare to find a spot that can serve as a perfect day trip while also making for a great overnight outing – but planning a trip up to Stahlman Point does just that. While the areas around Detroit Lake can get crowded, Stahlman Point gives a nice reprieve from all of the others making use […]

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Art Walk Picks

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Headed to First Friday in downtown Bend? Here’s what to put on your radar. OPEN HOUSE & ART EXHIBIT BODY ART Check out a fun night of food, drink (bring your own cup if possible), art and LIVE body painting by Zoey Lane and music from Kylan Johnson. 5-9pm. Hawthorn Healing Arts Center. 39 NW […]

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“I’m Getting Used to Living Without You”

The Color Study’s latest single preps Scott Oliphant for success on his upcoming record
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The Color Study is the one-man creative project of Bend-based Scott Oliphant. Oliphant’s voice possesses a light and dream-like sort of tone, making it easy to listen to and digest –which is a rather endearing quality for vocalists to have. According to The Color Study‘s bio, the birth of this new music was a bumpy […]

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Afterschool Scramble

Enrollment is up for next school year at local afterschool programs—with waitlists
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Registration for Kids Inc. for the 2019-20 school year opened May 20 at 5:30 am. By noon, spots were completely full at 12 of the 14 schools offering Kids Inc.’s after school programs. According to a Facebook comment by Bend Park and Recreation District, five school sites were full within five minutes. Those who couldn’t […]

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Source Material

Here’s a spotlight on a few of the national and local gems from this month so you can be fully plugged in when the AUX cord falls in your hands
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The Locals Bin: “Chapter 1: In Betweenin’” – AUSTN. Bend-born, L.A.-based Austin Brown is building up his arrival. The 16-year-old just has that “thing” about him. Like how when Justin Bieber was a mere pop-baby, most people knew he would blow up. Brown could find himself on a similar horizon. His video for “In Betweenin’,” […]

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