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The end of a year is typically a good time to take stock, review what’s working and what still needs to change. In this week’s Opinion, we’re doing just that — taking a look at some of the issues we, and our readers, care about. To spare you some precious time, let’s do this in […]
Redmond High School Considers Closure Due to Major Repairs A Redmond school facilities assessment found critical maintenance issues at Redmond High School, prompting considerations of closing the school. According to RSD Public Information Officer Holly Brown major issues with the schools’ heating system would cost nearly $10 million to repair. With a $4 million budget […]
Earlier this month, county commissioners in Josephine County in southern Oregon voted to allow a couple to opt out of paying taxes to the Josephine Community Library District, after the couple alleged they do not benefit from library services. Since that decision, four more people in that county have requested to be removed from the […]
Mt. Bachelor Opens New Skyliner Express Mt. Bachelor announced the grand opening of its new Skyliner Express on Dec. 19. Mt. Bachelor celebrated the grand opening of the new Skyliner Express, its first ever high-speed 6-pack chairlift, on Dec. 19 with music, free burritos and custom Skyliner giveaways, including t-shirts, stickers, koozies and Deschutes Brewery […]
Ask the average person about Bend’s biggest challenges and near the top of the list will almost always be housing. The combo of a sprawl-limiting Urban Growth Boundary, high labor costs and a desirable place to live mean that housing prices are at a premium in Bend. That combo also means that when developers find […]
Bend Entrepreneurs Donate Snowboard Company to OSU-Cascades The founders of Bend-based snowboard company SnowPlanks, James Nicol and Ryan Holmes, donated their business to OSU-Cascades, giving students an opportunity to receive hand-on experience in running a business. OSU-Cascades plans to operate the company through a new project called SnoPlanks Academy, which will incorporate brand leadership and […]
FOODIE The kitchen is the heart of the home, and this character warms it up with lots of foodie love. Pamper them with gifts that turn into magical meals. Savory Spice Round the World Spice Collection Find product online: savoryspice.com Arome Six Cup Classic ChemEx coffeemaker Derwent Mill Find products online: aromekitchen.com Souper Cubes Souper […]
Per state tradition, the Oregon State Legislative Assembly only meets for a “short session” during even-numbered years – giving state legislators just one month for legislative fixes and other stuff that didn’t get done the previous year. But in 2024, that short session is shaping up to be on the long side. Not only do […]
BAR FLY Central Oregon may be bright and sunny, but this rugged character prefers the doom of a local haunt. Here are some ideas for the epicure in your life. Revolvr Bellroy Hide and Seek Hi Wallet Runwell 47mm Watch by Shinola Utility Balm/Mustache wax Canfield Chrono 43mm Watch by Shinola Mackinaw Wool Jack-Shirt by […]
Imagine a world where Bend’s Summit High School gets so much money for its sportsing programs that one day, in hopes of getting even more exposure and money coming in for sportsing, the school proclaims that it will no longer play its cross-town rival, Bend Senior High School. Two publicly funded schools of about the […]
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