Support local, independent journalism in Central Oregon! Become a Source Weekly Member today.

Join now Support Us

Original 1930 painting "American Gothic" by Grant Wood, remixed by Shannon Corey.

Jul 3-10, 2019

Vol. 23, No. 27

Digital Edition

Love this cover? Order a print!

Previous Issue Next Issue

Back to the Issue Archives

Local News

Tense Legislative Session Comes to an End

Dems lost the carbon tax bill, but managed to pass other bills—including a new tax on cigarettes and paid family medical leave

By Chris Miller
Jul 3, 2019
Local News

Got Hemp?

Move over cattle ranching: This industrious green plant is poised to take the number-two slot in Oregon exports

By Magdalena Bokowa
Jul 3, 2019
Local News

Bonds Post Mortem

Two school and parks bond measures have failed in Redmond over the past seven months. Now officials are looking at why—and how they can succeed next time

By Bill Mintiens
Jul 3, 2019
Local News

Regional Roundup

Found in this week's Cascades Reader

Jul 3, 2019
Local News

Deputies Kill Young Black Bear Near Sunriver

Deputies say they tried to scare the bear away from homes, without success

By Isaac Biehl
Jul 8, 2019
Local News

Fireworks and Fires

On July 4, Pilot Butte didn’t burn; calls were down

By Chris Miller
Jul 9, 2019
Local News

Bendite Makes her Return to "Jeopardy!"

Rachel Lindgren comes back for more in the Tournament of Champions

By Isaac Biehl
Jul 10, 2019

Editorial

A short window of notice on amending marijuana rules in Deschutes County

The County issued an official notice of public hearing to The Bulletin a week before that, but gave the rest of the media two days' notice about Wednesday's public meeting.

Jul 3, 2019
Letters to the Editor

Letters to the Editor

Republican Senators AWOL...Again, Racism, Legislators who flee and Knopp and Racism

Jul 3, 2019

Culture Features

Source Suggests: These Books

Before you stroll the streets of First Friday, check out these book recommendations, courtesy of Dudley’s Bookshop Cafe.

By Tom Beans, Dudley's BookShop Cafe
Jul 3, 2019
Culture Features

A Community for Makers

Saturday Market in Redmond offers pop-up storefronts for crafters and entrepreneurs

By Keely Damara
Jul 3, 2019
Culture Features

Birds, Bees and Wildflowers—Oh My!

The 30th Central Oregon Wildflower Show is coming to the Sunriver Nature Center this weekend

By Chris Miller
Jul 3, 2019
Smoke Signals

Legal Progress in Marijuana?

As the presidential election looms, legislators show their hands on where they stand

By Josh Jardine
Jul 3, 2019
Take Me Home

Green is the New Black

Sustainability is trending in all seasons

By Abbie and Rick Sams
Jul 3, 2019
Advice & Fun

The Incredible Sulk & Mourning Wood

Spouses can't meet each other's every need—and shouldn't be expected to.

Jul 3, 2019
Advice & Fun

Populism vs. Populism

A term that used to mean "of the people" is thrown around a lot these days.

By Jen Sorensen
Jul 3, 2019
Advice & Fun

Free Will Astrology—Week Of July 4

By Rob Brezsny
Jul 3, 2019
Advice & Fun

Mild Abandon—week of July 4

By E.J. Pettinger
Jul 3, 2019
Advice & Fun

This Modern World—week of July 4

Donald J. Trump Detective-in-Chief

By Tom Tomorrow
Jul 3, 2019
Art Watch

Get That Money

It's never too soon—or late—to know about grant opportunities

By Cari Brown
Jul 3, 2019

Chow

The Sweet Life Starts Early

A day with pastry chef Nickol Hayden-Cady

By Lisa Sipe
Jul 3, 2019
Chow

Now Open: Miyagi Ramen

After months of waiting (somewhat) patiently, Miyagi Ramen is now open at the Box Factory in Old Bend.

By Keely Damara
Jul 3, 2019
Chow

Taste the Lime, Smell the Roses

A refreshing drink for summer entertaining—before or after July 4

By Ari LeVaux, Flash in the Pan
Jul 3, 2019
Chow

A La Pine Food Cart Lot

By Keely Damara
Jul 3, 2019
Chow

Taps & Food Carts for Bunk+Brew

By Keely Damara
Jul 3, 2019
Beer & Drink

Rainbows and Unicorns

At White Water Taphouse

By Heidi Howard
Jul 3, 2019

Film

May the Source Be With You

July Edition

By Jared Rasic
Jul 3, 2019
Film

The Frogurt is Also Cursed

Child's Play reboot steals too much

By Jared Rasic
Jul 3, 2019

Sound Stories & Interviews

Meekoh is Finding His Way

The singer-songwriter returns to Bend for a July 4 show, with a new project underway

By Isaac Biehl
Jul 3, 2019
Sound Stories & Interviews

Artist Fact Sheet: Trombone Shorty

The 33-year-old musician brings the soul of New Orleans to Bend

By Isaac Biehl
Jul 3, 2019

Natural World

Get the Lead Out!

A case for banning lead ammunition

By Jim Anderson
Jul 3, 2019
Outside Features

Creating a Crew

A Central Oregon whitewater matriarchy is raising an emerging paddler generation

By K.M. Collins
Jul 3, 2019
Outside Features

Half-Throttle Adventures

Summer wandering is calling. But when time is short, let these three local-ish motorcycle rides give you some bite-sized adventure

By K.M. Collins
Jul 3, 2019