The Deschutes National Forest is selling permits to cut Christmas trees from local national forest lands. The public can purchase Christmas tree permits at Forest Service offices, online, and from local vendors around Central Oregon. Christmas tree permits for the 2025 season are available for purchase online at Recreation.gov. They are $5.00 per permit with […]
The Source Staff
Letters to the Editor, Week of Nov. 27
Opinion: When Kids Are Left Behind, Our Community Loses, Too Every child deserves to feel like they belong โ but for many kids with disabilities or those impacted by trauma, school can become a place of stress instead of possibility. Too often, these children are misunderstood, excluded or left behind because the system wasnโt built […]
A Spike in Teen Bonfires Causes Safety Concerns
A growing number of high school bonfire parties across Deschutes County are leading to serious safety concerns, prompting the Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office to issue a public warning ahead of Thanksgiving Break. These informal gatherings have escalated into events marked by violence, criminal activity, and unsafe conditions that are putting young people at risk. These gatherings, […]
Meadow Sky Productions To Perform “Little Womenโ in December
Celebrate the holiday season in Concord, MA this December for one of the most beloved tales of all time, Little Women, adapted by Marisha Chamberlain from the novel by Louisa May Alcott. With performances December 4th-13th, this show is the perfect way for friends and family to launch into the holiday season. This adaptation spotlights […]
The Reindeer Room Holiday Pop-Up Bar Opens at Riverโs Edge Golf Course in Bend
Riverโs Edge Golf Course is transforming into a winter wonderland with the opening of The Reindeer Room Holiday Pop-Up Bar, offering the Bend community an extraordinary seasonal celebration running December 3-7 and December 17 – 21, 2025. Guests are invited to immerse themselves in a magical holiday experience designed to transform ordinary evenings into extraordinary […]
Maragas Winery’sย Xmas Eve Open House Benefitting NeighborImpact Food Bank
For over a decade, Maragas Winery has been raising food and money for NeighborImpact during their holiday season events. This year, Doug Maragas, winemaker, will be continuing their efforts to raise funds for the NeighborImpact Central Oregon Food Bank. โThe holiday season is a time for giving. This year with the disruption of SNAP food […]
OSU Offers “Master Gardenerโ Training Program
Applications for the OSU Master Gardenerโข Program in Central Oregon are now available. The program targets individuals interested in becoming a trainedย volunteerย whoย wantย to learn and share research-based gardening information. Programย will beย hybridย training with both online and in-person learning.ย Once you apply and have been accepted, you will be considered an OSU Master Gardenerโข trainee. As aย volunteer inย training, you […]
Partners In Care Community Education: โUnderstanding Dementia: What Doctors and Lawyers Want You to Knowโ
Local nonprofit Partners In Care invites community members in Central Oregon to its engaging, in-person education series. For the past 17 years, Partners In Care has been providing no-cost community education on a myriad of topics such as preparing for end of life, facing a serious illness, and caregiver tips and resources. The sixth community education […]
Next Level Dining Announces The Hudson: a Live-Fire Chophouse and Social Club, Opening Soon
Next Level Dining, LLC, today announced The Hudson, a live-fire chophouse and social club opening this winter at 900 NW Wall Street in downtown Bend. At The Hudson, wood and charcoal shape the menuโsteaks and chops, seafood, and seasonal vegetables prepared over live-fire, alongside an abundant raw bar. The space encourages guests to settle in, […]
Destination Rehabโs Rock Climbing for Parkinsonโs Disease Program Reaches New Heights
Destination Rehab is proud to announce the ongoing success of its innovativeย Rock Climbing for Parkinsonโs Diseaseย programโan 8-week community fitness initiative designed to improve strength, endurance, and confidence for adults living with Parkinsonโs Disease. Hosted at Bend Rock Gym, the program focuses on cardiovascular and strength training while teaching participants the climbing techniques and skills needed […]

