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A 25,000-Acre Forest Restoration Project

Work in Deschutes National Forest near Sisters is expected to begin next year and continue for 14 years

A massive restoration project is expected to begin next year in the Deschutes National Forest outside Sisters and continue through the year 2040. The U.S. Forest Service signed the final decision to treat 25,000 acres in an area known as Green Ridge, 13 miles north of Sisters. The goal is to restore forest resiliency to disease […]

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Bend Could Soon Allow Rowhouses & Multiple ADUs

Property owners may be allowed two accessory dwelling units.

The City of Bend is on track to create new housing options to address the need for middle- income housing. The Cityโ€™s goal is to promote more affordable home ownership and rental opportunities with a diversity of housing types and sizes. According to a 2016 Bend Housing Needs Analysis, the City anticipates the population to […]

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"In a Landscape" Returns

Classical pianist performs in remote areas

Classical pianist Hunter Noack is traveling to some of the most peaceful and scenic locations in the west for concerts. The “In a Landscape” series takes classical music into the wild. Noack is performing at three locations in Central Oregon. His 1912 Steinway Model D concert grand piano is hauled on a flatbed trailer. Audience […]

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Savory Social Club

Amaterra offers members an elite experience

A new restaurant/wine bar is opening in downtown Bend on Friday, June 6. Amaterra Kitchen + Social Club is taking over the space once occupied by Domain Serene Wine Lounge. This is its second Oregon location. Amaterra has a vineyard estate and winery in Portland’s West Hills. The Bend menu features starters like Wagyu Carpaccio with […]

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El Sancho East Returns

A fresh look with fan favorite menu items

Nearly a year after a fire destroyed its building on the east side of Bend, the owners of El Sancho reopened on Monday, June 2 at that location on NE Dekalb Avenue. The fire on June 20, 2024, was ruled accidental. A small line was awaiting the grand reopening at 11am. Everything is brand new, […]

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Archaeology Roadshow

Activities include spear throwing and duck decoy making

Portland State University’s Archaeology Roadshow returns to the Deschutes Historical Museum Saturday, June 7. The theme is ‘The Archaeology of Art and Craft.’ The free event will be on the lawn outside the museum. Sixteen exhibitors with archaeologists and experts from universities, federal and state agencies, tribes and nonprofits will have presentations and activities such […]

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Reviving the River

Volunteers are needed for the annual Deschutes River cleanup

The Deschutes River is one of the biggest stars of summer providing opportunities to float, surf, paddle board, fish and more! For the past 29 years, volunteers have provided the TLC needed to help keep the river healthy. About 250 volunteers are needed this year for the annual cleanup on Saturday, June 28. There are […]

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CHOW Burger is Back!

Two years after closing, the restaurant returns in a new location

After closing during the pandemic, CHOW Burger is making a comeback. Originally located near The Lot, the burger joint has re-opened inside CHOW on Newport Avenue in the evenings. Owner David Touvell says the menu is the same as before with burgers, fries and milkshakes. CHOW Burger is currently open 4:30-9pm Wednesday through Sunday, but […]

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June Pride

Many local events throughout the month

Each June, Pride Month is a time to celebrate diversity, equality and inclusion, but it’s historic roots were mired in rage. On June 28, 1969, riots began in New York City after a police raid on a gay bar. A year later, the first Pride marches were held in four cities. Pride Month was officially […]

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Inaugural Bend Blues Fest

The longest day of the year will jam into the night

This year the summer solstice will be filled with the blues. Silver Moon Brewing is hosting its first Bend Blues Fest on June 21. Two outdoor stages will feature a lineup of local musicians starting at 2pm. Last October, Silver Moon launched a monthly Blues Revival after a regular performer at Sunday night open mic […]

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