“Were you aware of any concerns at the FBI or elsewhere about your contacts with the Russians, or any other matters relevant to whether you should step aside from the Russian investigation?” Attorney General Jeff Sessions testified today as the Russia & 2016 Election Investigations continue in the U.S. Senate. The above quote is from […]
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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Senior Strength
Oregon Senior Games begins in Bend June 12
It’s no secret that Central Oregon is home to accomplished athletes of many persuasions—and that trend doesn’t stop with an increase in the number of birthdays celebrated. For the past four years, older athletes have descended on Bend for the Oregon Senior Games, a series of events that allow competitors 50 and over the chance […]
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Transit App, Transgender Equality Bill, Housing Legislation Moves Forward
New Transit App for CET Riders of Cascades East Transit can now check arrival times and other information through the transportation network’s new mobile app. The “Transit App” went live June 1, offering real-time information on the location of buses. The app includes a trip planner and reminders about when to depart for the bus […]
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Civilized Brawling
Local bartenders vie for bragging rights—and prizes—at local competition
I was eight drinks deep and hoarding them all. After another week spent embroiled in the daily onslaughts of political controversy after political embarrassment, these were the moments I could claim 100 percent editor privilege: To be one of the chosen few allowed to judge the esteemed competition that is the Bartender’s Brawl. So what […]
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NASA’s Eclipse Path Map
Where to see the eclipse across Oregon
Hold onto your hats and bust out those fancy cardboard goggles, because the Great American Eclipse is headed our way August 21, 2017. Here’s a map of the path of totality for Oregon, courtesy of NASA. You go, science. We got your back. Wanna see the interactive map of the entire eclipse path? NASA has that […]
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Behind the Scenes: Inside Pickathon
Looking at our favorite festivals
Where unknown bands become old friends, all in the span of a weekend It was 2006 and I was a total noob to the force that is Pickathon. I distinctly remember Scott and Seth Avett playing in the smallish Galaxy Barn, their hair bouncing as they belted out the tunes that would hurl The Avett […]
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Oregon’s Congressional delegation reacts to the president’s proposed budget
Sen. Wyden says the budget ‘belongs in the trash can.’
When it comes to the proposed fiscal year 2018 budget issued today by the president, some of Oregon’s leaders didn’t waste time weighing in. From Oregon Senator Jeff Merkley (D): “News flash to Donald Trump: Most Americans don’t have their own skyscrapers and jets and golf courses. They’re working long hours; stressed out about how […]
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“They want us to turn on our neighbors, and it will never happen.” Reactions from Manchester
Perspectives on the Manchester bombing.
As the United Kingdom goes on high terror alert and reels from Monday’s bombing at an Ariana Grande concert in Manchester, England, people have been donating blood in high numbers. As the investigation into the bombing continues, one Manchester man gave an emotional interview, pledging support for all citizens of Manchester, no matter what they […]
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Up at the Lake
Suttle Lodge gets the warm weather season going with the reopening of the iconic Boathouse
Sunset over the water, a fire popping out sparks, and friends clinking glasses of bubbles. It’s an idyllic vibe, characteristic of the everyday experience at The Suttle Lodge & Boathouse. But what’s really standing out for me: The dogs. Little dogs. Big dogs. Fierce dogs and friendly ones, sniffing around in the sand. When you […]
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Differing Surveys; Differing Results
Results mixed on Deschutes River Trail Bridge
In April, state Rep. Gene Whisnant (R-Sunriver) amended House Bill 2027 from its original language to, according to the current bill’s summary, prohibit “person, public body or local service district from constructing bridge on Deschutes River within certain segments of Deschutes Scenic Waterway.” The bill was approved by the Oregon House April 27 and scheduled […]
