The 2026 primary race for an expanded Deschutes County Commission from three to five seats continues growing. Four of the five seats are up for election. Two of those are held by incumbents Tony DeBone and Patti Adair. The two new seats are at-large. Commissioner Phil Changโs seat in Position 2 is not up for […]
Nic Moye
Nic Moye spent 33 years in television news all over the country. She has two adorable small dogs who kayak and one luxurious kitty. Passions include lake swimming, mountain biking and reading.
Canning Salsa Safely with OSU Extension5
Do you want to learn how to can salsa that is safe to eat? Come join a hands-on workshop taught by Master Food Preservers on Wednesday, August 13, 9:00 am to noon at the OSU Extension office in Redmond. Participants will learn how to process canned foods with a boiling water canner or a steam […]
The Dry Canyon Club
A new tap house and food cart lot opened July 1 in the heart of a neighborhood off NW Hemlock Avenue in Redmond. The Dry Canyon Club has six food trucks, a coffee stand and just about any type of beverage a person could think up. The food cart lot is unique in that it’s literally […]
Bear Creek Road, Pettigrew Road, Purcell Boulevard Roundabout
Construction Ahead of Schedule
Progress on the Bear Creek Road, Pettigrew Road, and Purcell Boulevard roundabout construction is ahead of schedule due to remarkable coordination among the project teams. Crews now anticipate completing the work within this yearโs construction season, with no need for an additional intersection closure next spring. Please note the Bear Creek Road, Pettigrew Road, and […]
Farmers Market Finds
Farmers markets are no longer primarily produce stands. You can purchase individual items to make a feast by stopping by the Bend Farmers Market on Wednesdays. Dozens of booths spread the length of Brooks Alley, spilling into the plaza in front of The Commons Cafe and Taproom. Start with an appetizer of uniquely flavored hummus […]
Two Candidates Announce Intent to Run for Deschutes County Commissioner
Two people have announced their intention to run for a seat on Deschutes Countyโs Board of County Commissioners next spring. The current three-person commission is in the process of outlining districts for a five-person commission, after voters approved increasing the size of the commission in 2024. One of the people who led the effort for […]
Swift Water & K-9 Teams Lead Search at Dillon Falls
Search and recovery efforts at Dillon Falls continued this week for a man swept over Dillon Falls on July 19. Two women died in the same incident. The Deschutes County Sheriffโs Office says swift water experts worked in and around Class 5 rapids, tethered to safety systems while navigating hazardous conditions near the waterfalls. Professional […]
Woman Arrested After Setting Two Small Fires
Bend Police arrested a 45-year old Bend woman in connection with two brush fires near Sawyer Park. Shortly after 11pm on Saturday, July 26, multiple callers reported a fire on the west side of the Deschutes River. Bend Fire & Rescue quickly contained the fire, then requested law enforcement assistance for a second fire that […]
New Law Supports Small Businesses
Governor Tina Kotek signed House Bill 2337 into law, which establishes a procurement program to prioritize small businesses in Oregon. House Bill 2337 will incentivize state spending within Oregon communities, circulating local dollars directly back into the community. โHouse Bill 2337 weaves our values into the fabric of government,โ Governor Kotek said. โWe know that small […]
Mt. Bachelor’s Expert Jump Trail Opens July 26
Mt. Bachelor is thrilled to announce that Redline, the Bike Parkโs flagship expert jump trail is expected to open tomorrow (Saturday, July 26) at noon, conditions permitting. With sunny, warm weather in the forecast this weekend and Pine Marten scheduled to spin from 10:00am โ 7:00pm, riders can enjoy lap after lap on a variety […]

