The New York Times publishes a regular travel column titled “36 Hours,” in which writers offer an itinerary for travelers who have 36 hours to spend in a certain locale. This time, it’s Bend getting the recognition. Bendite Dave Seminara‘s piece, “36 Hours in Bend, Ore. (and Environs)” came out May 30, and features some […]
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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Nest News
March for Students Downtown Bend became a sea of red on May 8, as local families and Bend-La Pine Schools’ staff members — all wearing red —rallied together in support of appropriate state funding for public education. Participants marched together in camaraderie to the downtown Bend-La Pine Schools’ Education Center. The joyful rally of approximately […]
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Sisters Farmers Market Has a New Day and Time
The Sisters Farmers Market will have its first day of the season on Sunday, June 2 from 11am to 2pm, at Fir Street Park. In addition to a new day and time for this year’s market—which runs through Sept. 30—organizers say they’ll be offering new activities including yoga on the lawn and the Sisters Sunday […]
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Learn About Wine at Locavore Food School
Buying sustainably grown local food is a topic that’s already on a lot of people’s radars—but what about another thing that’s often on your dinner table? In the next installment of the Locavore Food School, Michael Derrico of the Portland-based Mitchell Wine Group unpacks the mysteries of buying wine that is local, sustainable, affordable and […]
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Loyaute Bend’s French Pop Up
Bust out your berets (or maybe not)—it’s time for another delicious pop-up dinner from the chefs behind Loyaute Bend. The June 4 dinner will feature Northwest wines paired with food inspired by French cuisine. This is Loyaute’s ninth pop-up dinner, this time taking place at a private residence in Tetherow Resort on the west side […]
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May Election Results
Up-to-date results, right here
The Deschutes County Clerk’s office has tallied votes in the May 21 Elections. These are the most updated results, as of 3 am May 22: Central Oregon Community College: Zone 5 Jim Clinton: 7,852 votes John F. Short: 2,130 Zone 6 Bruce Abernethy: 4,776 votes (uncontested) Zone 7 Oliver Tatom: 3,314 votes (uncontested) Bend La-Pine […]
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#StoptheBans Rallies Ahead
Demonstrations planned Tuesday in Bend and nationwide
Wherever you stand on the abortion issue, it’s clear that it’s been a monumental week in the world of abortion rights—or rather, in the walking back of abortion rights. In response, pro-choice activists are taking to the streets Tuesday nationwide—and also in Bend. Last week, the Alabama legislature passed a ban on all abortions from […]
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Trailhead Permit System Finalized
Forest Service announces Final Decision on quotas, removing some trails from the initial list
It’s been in the works since 2016—but on May 10, officials from the Deschutes and Willamette National Forests issued a Final Decision on the plan that manages entry at trailheads in the Mount Jefferson, Mount Washington and Three Sisters wilderness areas in the Central Cascades. The plan is a scaled-back version of what officials revealed […]
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Next Level Camp Food
Looking for some new ideas for your next outdoor adventure? Try these camping favorites
In honor of the Outside Guide, we submit these ideas for some of our favorite camping foods. It’s an adventure all in itself…. The “AJ Special” Anytime I go on a backpacking trip, the one consistent item I buy at the store is a bag of flour tortillas. For one, they’re light and compact. Two, […]
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Beyond the Big Stuff
Central Oregon has lots of well-known outdoor destinations and many other equally stunning spots, too. Here’s where to go to stay away from the pack
The beauty and outdoor adventures that await in Central Oregon are probably some of the big reasons you find yourself visiting here. It’s why we live here, too—and very likely why the people in the Airbnb next door to you are here as well. With the region’s reputation comes lots of people, looking to enjoy […]
