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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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An Ode to Central Oregon
“Placed” book offers insights and inspiration about the phenomena of this part of the world
For those looking for a way to get up to speed on Central Oregon’s places and happenings—and on the creatives who inhabit these lands, “PLACED: An Encyclopedia of Central Oregon, Vol. 1” may be a good place to start. Edited by Bend-based writers Ellen Santasiero and Irene Cooper, “Placed” is a collection of essays and […]
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A Return to In-Person Instruction… Mostly
Bend-La Pine Schools announces a return for K-3 Jan. 25; all students will head back at least part-time by Feb. 8
1/13/20, 4PM: This story has been updated with information on Redmond schools, and a push by some Bend teachers to allow teachers the opportunity to get vaccinated before returning to school buildings. “This made me cry—I’m so happy and so are the kids!” That was the reaction from a mother of two students in Bend-La […]
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In a Tough Year, Some Cold Hard Cash for Area Nonprofits
Central Oregon Gives helps raise over $675K for good causes
It was a little idea that grew into a big win for area nonprofits: Rather than having each nonprofit go it alone and raise their end-of-year funds through their own channels, why not offer a one-stop-shop for those nonprofits to gain more visibility? The idea for Central Oregon Gives, conceived in 2019, was the brainchild […]
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Get Your Drinks and Run
A sampling of offerings from local bars, now offering drinks to go
It’s official, and available for only a limited time: Oregon now allows restaurants and bars to sell mixed drinks to customers buying takeout or delivery—so long as those drinks come with a “substantial food item.” On Dec. 23, Gov. Kate Brown signed into law SB 1801, also known as the Restaurant Relief Act of 2020, […]
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Valentine’s Day activities outdoors are going to go fast
Look out, lovers—if you’re trying to plan something special with your sweetie and it involves something other than staying in and getting cozy by your own fire, then you probably already know that anything good this year is going to get booked fast. Will we have a return to indoor dining by then? Who knows—but […]
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“Assault at the Citadel of Liberty”
Senators Merkley, Wyden evacuate safely; give updates on what’s happening at the U.S. Capitol
This is a developing story. We’ll update as more information becomes available. Members of Congress were evacuated from the U.S. Capitol today, after armed rioters stormed in during the process certifying electoral college votes. “It’s a strange feeling to be locked in a room that you know is not really designed to be secure.” – […]
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Teletherapy: Will It Survive the Pandemic?
Mental health therapists pivoted to serving clients online in 2020. In this Q&A, a Bend therapist shares the pros and cons
With the declaration of a Public Health Emergency in the U.S. in 2020, mental health therapists, psychologists and other clinicians were able to make a quick pivot to teletherapy—therapy administered by either telephone or video conferencing. According to a survey by the American Psychological Association published in June, 75% of clinicians reported treating patients remotely. […]
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Learn to Cross- Country Ski and Help the Meissner Nordic Ski Club
XC Oregon is a locally based organization dedicated to helping skiers improve their skills and compete in Nordic ski racing
Cross-country—also called Nordic—skiing can be either an entry into the wide world of skiing in general, or a peaceful and heart-pounding departure from the hustle and bustle of downhill resort skiing. Wherever you’re coming from, XC Oregon’s Learn to Ski Day is a time to learn the ropes. XC Oregon is a locally based organization […]
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Restaurant Openings and Closings
Cheers to the brave souls who have opened restaurants in 2020. And farewell to the ones we lost.
Editor’s note: A correction regarding Maverick’s Country Bar and Grill is below. In the wild world that has been 2020, plenty of our beloved local—and locally owned—restaurants have been hanging on by a thread. Buying takeout or braving the outdoor-dining scene can help them stay alive, but as 2020 ends, some of the places we’ve […]
