Central Oregon Locavore is serving up a BBQ and hoedown! It’s the first time the local nonprofit has done a fundraiser like this. The event will be at Cross-Eyed Cricket Watering Hole in Bend on May 24. Hattie’s BBQ will provide locally sourced pork from Well Rooted Farms. The meat will be smoked slowly overnight. […]
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.
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Portland Trail Blazers are For Sale
The news comes a day after the draft lottery
The estate of Paul Allen, which owns The Portland Trail Blazers, announced its begun a formal sales process for the NBA franchise. A post on Instagram states it was Allen’s wishes that his sports holdings eventually be sold, with all estate proceeds going to philanthropy. The sales process is expected to continue into the […]
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Suspect Arrested in 2023 Homicide
Homicide suspect is being held in Canada
Bend police say a Canadian man has been arrested for the homicide of a Bend woman in 2023. Twenty-five-year old Cole Nikolaus Sinclair was arrested last December under Canada’s extradition process and remains in Canada pending the outcome of his extradition proceedings. Police believe he killed 28 year old Evelyn Jeanette Weaver who was found […]
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New Indoor Golf Simulator Opens
X-Golf also has a bar, food and other non-golf activities
A new Bend business featuring indoor golf simulators is a family affair. Steve Lobis, his wife and son are opening X-Golf on Scalehouse Court near the Old Mill District. Lobis retired from the corporate world and wanted to keep busy. His son suggested opening an X-Golf franchise after visiting one in Washington. Lobis says it was […]
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The May Market has Something for Everyone
Held the Saturday before Mother’s Day
The May Market in Prineville is fast becoming an annual tradition. Brandi Ebner, from One Decision Management, puts on the event. Now in its third year, Ebner says she intentionally keeps it on the smaller side for a better experience, although it has grown. “This event is very well attended, and vendors do excellent at […]
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Preserving History Nearly Lost in Time
Bend’s Colored Men’s Business Club started 100 years ago
A little-known piece of Bend history, nearly lost in oblivion, has been recovered and pieced together. The project was inspired by one tiny newspaper article from 1925 titled, “Colored Men Form Club for Betterment of Race.” “I have no idea how long ago I found that story and printed a clipping of it for future research,” […]
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900 Wall Abruptly Closes
The downtown Bend restaurant has been struggling for months
A day after announcing its sudden closure, employees at 900 Wall were clearing out the restaurant. A social media post on Monday, May 5 said “We did all we could to continue to provide a living for our employees, a sense of community for our guests and a platform for all of the local farmers and […]
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Bend Woman Pursues Gold on U.S. Women’s Kayak Polo Team
Local co-ed kayak polo team is recruiting new members
Anyone looking for outdoor adventure is sure to find it on a kayak polo team. Al Kolenda is on the U.S. Women’s National Kayak Polo Team — a squad of eight elite athletes from across the country gearing up for the Pan American Championships in Edmonton, Canada, this August. Kolenda says to qualify for the […]
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Tiny Beautiful Things
An intimate theater experience is traveling throughout Central Oregon
A new play, touring Central Oregon, will immerse the audience in an emotional journey. Ellipse Theatre Community (ETC) is presenting “Tiny Beautiful Things” starting May 9. Actress Nia Vardalos from “My Big Fat Greek Wedding” adapted the play from Cheryl Strayed’s advice column and memoir “Wild.” It’s based on Strayed’s experiences as an advice columnist. The […]
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Mother’s Day Brunches & Events
Make Mom happy!
There are plenty of ways to celebrate Mom, but if you’re not inclined to serve her breakfast in bed, then perhaps taking her out to brunch is just the thing! Several restaurants in Central Oregon are serving up a special feast. There are also some fun events to round out the day. Mother’s Day Buffet […]