Onlookers came out by the hundreds for the annual Veterans Day parade in Redmond on Nov. 11. The festivities began at Tuesday at 11:11 am, in homage to Armistice Day from World War 1. That war officially ended in 1918, at the 11th minute of the 11th hour of the 11th day. This was the […]
Nicole Vulcan
Nicole Vulcan became Editor of the Source in 2016 and was promoted to Editor in Chief in 2024, managing the Editorial Board and the news team's many investigative projects. She's also at work on her debut book of journalistic non-fiction, titled "Self Medication," which traces Oregon's drug decriminalization efforts in the 21st Century, and tells a parallel tale of her own family’s losses from fentanyl addiction in the age of Measure 110. With all of that on her plate, send snacks. Catch up with the adventures at her book's Substack, called Self Medication.
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Diversability, Inc. Creates Connection for Those With Disabilities
Local “Happyning Hub” offers fun, friendship and personal growth
The first thing to know about Diversability: Its name is the word the nonprofit would prefer people use when referring to those with varying disabilities. “Disability” refers to something someone cannot do, while “diversability” indicates that someone’s abilities are, instead, diverse. The founding of Diversability, Inc was a labor of love. Founder Amanda Hamer started […]
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Plans for Managed Camp in Redmond Move Forward
City of Redmond, County Commission vote in favor of increased construction costs
Plans for a managed camp for the unhoused in Redmond moved forward this week, when the Redmond City Council, as well as the Deschutes County Board of County Commissioners, voted to allocate additional dollars to the effort. A plan to offer a sanctioned camping area for the town’s unhoused population has been in the works […]
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It’s All About the Birria
Three carts, three Redmond versions of the beloved taco
Redmond has an abundance of food carts — and food cart pods — these days. Not long ago, Wild Ride was the epicenter of cart culture. But in the past several years, we’ve seen an explosion of places where people can grab a bite, have a seat and, in most places, also have a beer. […]
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New Digs for Housing Works
The region’s housing authority is building a new Redmond office, with plans for a childcare center and more affordable housing onsite
Housing Works, Central Oregon’s regional housing authority, has operated out of a downtown Redmond building for years, building affordable housing and helping people obtain housing assistance, get homeownership training and more. It recently sold its historic building, making way for the Dry Canyon Arts Association and other businesses, and has a new facility underway. Plans […]
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Plans for Managed Camp Could Be Delayed
Vote at City, delayed vote at County threaten construction timeline
A plan to have a managed camp in Redmond open by this winter hit a snag this week. A split vote of the Redmond City Council and a delayed vote at the Deschutes County Board of County Commissioners mean the construction schedule will likely get pushed back for the camp planned on Redmond’s east side. […]
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Redmond Among Central Oregon Cities Planning ‘No Kings’ Rallies
Oct. 18 events planned in numerous Oregon locales
Back in June, the No Kings protests were clocked as one of the largest single-day protests in American history, bringing nearly 5 million people to the streets in 2,150 locations. Redmond was among them, along with several other cities in Central Oregon. On Oct. 18, Redmond residents are planning yet another action. Like the last […]
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Redmond Library Gets Nod for ‘Superior Sustainability’
Hub City’s new public facility recognized in national and regional awards
The new Redmond Library, opened in January, cuts an imposing figure: Two stories of glass, wood and steel comprise a 40,000-square-foot facility that generates all its own energy, conserves water and has a lower carbon footprint compared to other buildings of its size. And for all that, the new downtown facility on SW Deschutes Avenue […]
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Best Japanese
Yokocho Izakaya
The team behind Yokocho Izakaya had a clear vision when they opened their spot on Northeast Division in November last year. “We wanted to build the food scene in Bend,” said Kwan Singhakham, co-owner of Yokocho Izakaya. “Most people, if they think about Japanese food, they’re gonna think about a sushi place. But actually, I […]
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Best Medical/Cosmetic Enhancement Services
EsthetixMD
Loyal voters have chosen EsthetixMD the “Best” in the realm of medical and cosmetic enhancement services for 10 years running. The Practice Manager Emily Talbot attributes that longtime win to loyalty and experience among the staff. “We have a great, tenured, experienced team that — from our patient care coordinators up to our providers — […]