Nic Moye, Author at The Source - Bend, Oregon

Crook County Sheriff’s Office Junior Deputy Academy July 20 – 24

The course is for youth ages 9-14

by Nic Moye April 3, 2026April 3, 2026

The Crook County Sheriff’s Office Junior Deputy Academy is a week-long course designed for youth ages 9-14. The course, taught by Crook County Sheriff’s Deputies, provides kids with opportunities to learn about a career in law enforcement. The instructing deputies closely interact with participants through fun and educational activities. Participants will receive demonstrations from and […]

Outside

Create a Fire-Resistant Yard to Protect Your Home

Your yard could be the last line of defense in saving your home during a wildfire

by Nic Moye April 1, 2026April 2, 2026

The City of Bend is considering updating codes to require defensible space buffer zones around homes. The idea is to remove fuel sources near structures which can stop flames from advancing. There are three different zones around a home to consider when creating a defensible space: immediate, intermediate and extended. The National Fire Protection Association […]

Food & Drink

What’s New in the Food World

A neighborhood French bistro, a bagel deli and a pizzeria under new ownership

by Nic Moye April 1, 2026March 30, 2026

Bistro Colette Flights Wine Bar is now Bistro Colette. Chef/Owner Jeremy Buck has created a menu with appetizers such as Pissaladière (a puff pastry with caramelized onions, olives and anchovies), ratatouille, smoked crab dip and fried calamari; charcuterie with choices that include chicken liver pate, rabbit roulade with truffle sauce and country pork terrine with […]

Outside Features

Petersen Rock Garden Receives Some TLC

The museum will reopen April 4 after getting a much-needed makeover

by Nic Moye March 31, 2026March 30, 2026

The passion Rasmus Petersen felt as he began creating the Petersen Rock Garden in 1935 remains alive to this day in both the caretakers of the property and the visitors who flood the grounds daily. Petersen lovingly built the ornate rock sculptures over four acres on his rural property between Bend and Redmond, first sourcing […]

Business News

Governor Kotek Orders Flags Lowered

In Honor of Delvis Heath Sr., “Witusa,” Chief of the Warm Springs Tribe

by Nic Moye and The Source Staff March 31, 2026March 31, 2026

Governor Tina Kotek ordered flags at Oregon public institutions to be flown at half-staff tomorrow March 31, 2026 and April 1, 2026, pursuant to the United States Flag Code, in honor of Chief Delvis Heath Sr., who passed away on March 29, 2026. This action follows the order issued today by the Tribal Council of […]

Business News

Pacificorp Customers to See a Rate Increase April 1

The company explains combined decisions led to the increase

by Nic Moye and The Source Staff March 31, 2026March 31, 2026

The Oregon Public Utility Commission (PUC) has approved rate adjustments for PacifiCorp residential customers that take effect April 1, 2026. The changes reflect the outcome of PacifiCorp’s annual power cost adjustment (true-up for 2024), which was resolved through an agreement among PUC staff, PacifiCorp, and consumer advocates. They also incorporate several additional filings that either […]

Outside

April First Friday & Easter Events

Kick off spring with an art walk and holiday brunch

by Nic Moye March 30, 2026March 27, 2026

First Fridays are a monthly tradition in downtown Bend, Redmond and the Old Mill District. The Art & Wine Walk in the Old Mill kicks off at 3pm on April 3 so you can stop there first. In Downtown Bend and Redmond, festivities start at 5pm. While there are dozens of stores and galleries to […]

Food & Drink

New Mexican Restaurant

Dani’s Taco Shop has a large menu and hours to accommodate a craving at any time of day

by Nic Moye March 25, 2026March 24, 2026

A new Mexican restaurant has opened in northeast Bend. Dani’s Taco Shop has a robust menu starting with breakfast plates and burritos with eggs, potatoes, cheese and vegetarian and meat options such as beef, ham and chorizo. Other menu items include a variety of tortas, tacos, soups and more. The menu is vast and there’s […]

Outside

Embracing What’s Real & Important in Life

A man in hospice care with stage 4 cancer continues inspiring those who know him

by Nic Moye March 25, 2026March 24, 2026

Cinematographer Greg Balkin made a short film in 2023 that so inspired him he’s organizing an event to raise money for the American Cancer Society. The 24-minute film, “The Life We Have,” which was shown during last year’s BendFilm Festival, follows Rob Shaver of San Antonio, Texas, for more than a year. After being diagnosed […]

Food & Drink

Taste Testing a New Product

The owner of Saute is holding pop-up events before launching her sauces in stores and restaurants

by Nic Moye March 24, 2026March 23, 2026

Su Embree was once a public policy research and data scientist for DHM Research, which conducts surveys and deep dive analysis for a variety of clients. Today, she’s hosting pop-up food events in the Bend area to gather her own research on her Asian marinade and sauce business, Saute, which she launched last May. “Saute began […]

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