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Megan Burton

A journalist and sometime historian with Midwest roots, Megan found home in the Pacific Northwest. When she’s not covering local stories, you’ll find her outside—running trails, scrambling rocks, or trying something new that usually requires a helmet.

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Balloons Over Bend set for July 26-28

Annual summer event takes flight for three days in late July: morning launches, Night Glow Festival and more
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The skies over Bend, Oregon will be filled with color and excitement from July 26-28 as the annual ReMax Key Properties Balloons Over Bend takes flight. This three-day event will feature morning balloon launches that are free to attend and a paid night glow festival on Friday, July 26, that will be a spectacle not […]

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Theater In The Park Returns With Hit, ‘Mamma Mia’

Dates set for August 16 and 17 in Drake Park
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Lay It Out Events announces the return of the annual outdoor performance series, Theater in the Park, with the beloved musical sensation “Mamma Mia.” For over a decade, Theater in the Park has delighted audiences with unforgettable performances in the scenic setting of Drake Park. From the uproarious comedy of “Spamalot” to the poignant drama […]

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WinterFest Raises Over $12,000 for Big Brothers Big Sisters

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Oregon receives $12,500 boost from return of beloved event to Bend’s Old Mill
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The 2024 Bend WinterFest made a memorable return to Bend’s Old Mill District this year. This year’s event not only marked its comeback to a beloved location but also set a new milestone in its philanthropic efforts by raising an impressive $12,500 for Big Brothers Big Sisters (BBBSCO) of Central Oregon. This significant contribution underscores […]

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Chalkin’ Up the Streets

Walk The Chalk plans to bring art to the streets this fall
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If there is one thing we all learned the past year, it’s that plans change. The creators behind a new community event are more aware of that than ever as they quickly changed their plans for an upcoming event in response to community needs. Originally scheduled for Aug. 14, this day-long chalk and art event […]

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Best Vintage Clothing

Revival Vintage
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Arriving and finding the entrance at Revival Vintage feels like part of the fun. The tiny shop is tucked away on the second floor of the Affatati Building off of Division Street. Signs decorated with decorative handwriting and a few vintage pieces lead you to your final destination. The doorway turns and welcomes you into […]

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Best Coffee Shop

Looney Bean
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Looney Bean is a coffee shop that seems to have it all. Seasonal flavors, solid drip coffee and a shop full of history sitting right near the Deschutes River. Looney Bean was one of the first places that Corey Getman and Sarah Jordan visited when they packed up their life and moved to Central Oregon […]

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Best Falafel

Bo’s Falafel Bar
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Who would believe that a little food truck nestled on a corner of the west side of town crafts the best falafel and fries I have ever had? The secret? “Everything is made from scratch, we focus on quality and doing a few things really well,” states Sierra Phillips, the owner and culinary mastermind behind […]

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Cycling for the Kids

Pablove Across America brings pediatric cancer fundraiser to Central Oregon
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The Pablove Foundation is giving cycling enthusiasts from across the nation a chance to cycle through Central Oregon and fight cancer. The California-based nonprofit is bringing its unique fundraiser event to the area focused supporting pediatric cancer researchers and giving back to kids living with cancer. The event brings over 40 riders to the area […]

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Painting the Town

Mini-Mural Fest allows local artists to bring to life their hopes for equality and justice
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Nothing brings a city alive quite like street art. Splashes of color across an alley can inspire onlookers, address social issues or simply improve the mood of those passing by. The High Desert Mural Festival states on its website that it is a nonprofit focused on “supporting projects that enhance the public arts culture of […]

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New First Friday & Picnic in Prineville

There are plenty of new and free events popping up throughout Central Oregon
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A new art event is just getting started this summer in Bend’s Central District. The Bend Central District Initiative has been focusing on creating proper infrastructure to help this area thrive. The Bend Central District, known to many as the BCD, encompasses the business, homes and parks nestled between the Orchard District and Larkspur Neighborhood. To […]

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