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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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Petersen Rock Garden Receives Some TLC

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

Posted inBusiness News

Governor Kotek Orders Flags Lowered

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

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Pacificorp Customers to See a Rate Increase April 1

The company explains combined decisions led to the increase
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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 […]

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April First Friday & Easter Events

Kick off spring with an art walk and holiday brunch
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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 […]

Posted inFood & Drink

New Mexican Restaurant

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

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Embracing What’s Real & Important in Life

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

Posted inFood & Drink

Taste Testing a New Product

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

Posted inCulture Features

‘Seeds of Abundance’

An interactive art exhibit represents the paradox of nature’s beauty at the same time it’s in crisis
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Bend artist Michele Guieu takes to heart the quote, “Beauty is everywhere, but the catastrophe is immense,” by French astrophysicist Aurelien Barrau. It’s a paradox about the stunning beauty of nature, art and life while simultaneously acknowledging that humans create situations of crisis. “Enjoy nature. Enjoy the beauty, but be active in your community,” Guieu […]

Posted inLocal News

Brush Fire Causes Evacuations in La Pine

The Riverview Fire spread to 20 acres by Tuesday afternoon. This story has been updated to reflect the fire is in mop up stage as of 6pm.
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A brush fire, named The Riverview Fire, spread to 11.8 acres by 4pm Tuesday, March 17 in the 52800 block of Timber Lane Loop in La Pine. People living in the area north of Burgess Road and west of Huntington Road and along the Little Deschutes River were ordered to leave immediately. A temporary shelter […]

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The Redmond School District Is Adjusting School Boundaries

Two elementary schools are on track to reach 120% capacity within four years
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The Redmond School District is reviewing its school attendance boundaries as the city grows and enrollment patterns change. The district, which has a total of 13 schools, says uneven housing development throughout the area has resulted in a higher enrollment at some elementary schools than others. Current projections show that Sage Elementary School is expected […]

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