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Dec 1-7, 2011

Vol. 15, No. 48

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Local News

The Comeback Colonel: Once a homeless veteran, a local man is drawing his way back into society

Local veteran working his way back into society.

By Mike Bookey
Nov 30, 2011
Local News

State Opens Investigation of Deschutes D.A.

Criminal investigation of Patrick Flaherty is underway.

By Eric Flowers
Nov 30, 2011
Local News

County Green Lights New Resort Map

Stage set for future resorts.

By Eric Flowers
Nov 30, 2011
Local News

Bend's Bathroom Bandits -- Where are their manners?

By The Source Staff
Dec 1, 2011
Local News

Reader Survey: Music Streaming

With so many online music listening options... what are you using? Let us know and tell us why!

By The Source Staff
Dec 6, 2011
Local News

No Crypto, No Prob: Bend may get water system break

By The Source Staff
Nov 30, 2011
Local News

Slings of Crap

Not one to mince words, Reynvaan delves into her locker of inspiration.

By The Source Staff
Nov 30, 2011
Local News

Help Local Veterans With the Source Charity Auction

Our annual charity auction is open for bidding.

By The Source Staff
Dec 1, 2011
Local News

Mosley Wotta on OPB Tonight

Mosley Wotta appears on OPB's Oregon Art Beat tonight.

By The Source Staff
Dec 1, 2011
Local News

Kick and Glide Into Winter: Our nordic trails have snow

The ski trails are ready for you.

By The Source Staff
Dec 1, 2011
Local News

The Who's Tommy Comes to Life in Bend

The 2nd Street Theater brings the Who's Tommy to the stage in Bend.

By The Source Staff
Dec 2, 2011
Local News

I Ate Lunch at Bend High Today

Turns out there's some good food options at the local schools.

By The Source Staff
Dec 2, 2011
Local News

Time-Lapse Videography is Very Cool

Beautifully shot film short featuring the great state of Oregon.

By The Source Staff
Dec 5, 2011
Local News

Protesters Gather Around State to Question Walden's Absence

Central and Eastern Oregonians wonder "where's Walden?" at protests today.

By The Source Staff
Dec 5, 2011
Local News

Cheap Drinks and Ugly Sweaters With the Source!

It's an ugly sweater happy hour at the Astro Lounge.

By The Source Staff
Dec 6, 2011
Local News

ESO and VTRN=Booty Shaking for All

Bands that rely on acronyms make us want to dance.

By The Source Staff
Dec 6, 2011
Local News

Don't Miss The Ascetic Junkies At Silver Moon

Portland's, The Ascetic Junkies return to Bend with some new music to share and promising some cool covers. Bend's Chris Beland opens.

By The Source Staff
Dec 2, 2011

Editorial

Be Thankful For Your Weekly Serving of Fresh Straight Poop

A gathering of happenings from the previous week.

By Source Weekly
Nov 30, 2011
Letters to the Editor

WTF

By Source Weekly
Nov 30, 2011
Letters to the Editor

In reply to:Take a Number: As school board waffles (News, 11-16):, critics say magnet school admission policy is biased

By Intern
Nov 30, 2011
Letters to the Editor

In reply to: Riding to the Rescue of the Klamath (The Glass Slipper, 11-16)

By Intern
Nov 30, 2011
Letters to the Editor

In reply to: Kitzhaber to Death Penalty: 'Not on My Watch' (Bent, 11-22)

By Intern
Nov 30, 2011
Letters to the Editor

In reply to: Burning For You: Forget nuclear power, torching trees might just be the answer to our energy needs (News, 11-29)

By Intern
Nov 30, 2011
Letters to the Editor

In reply to: Tear Down the Magnet School Class Barrier (The Boot, 11-22)

By Intern
Nov 30, 2011
Letters to the Editor

In reply to: Tebow: When is this toolshed going to start losing? (Bent, 11-27)

By Intern
Nov 30, 2011

Culture Features

Fancy Trash: The Rubbish Renewed Eco Fashion Show turns waste into stylish threads

Benefit for REALMS features intriguing attire.

By Mike Bookey
Nov 30, 2011
Picks

Our Picks for 12/2-12/7

The Source Weekly's picks for the upcoming week.

By Source Weekly
Nov 30, 2011

Chow

Little Bites: Industry Roundup: Some changes at your local bars

Local bars experiencing some changes.

Nov 30, 2011
Chow

Locally Sourced and Locally Adored: The Depot Cafe in Sisters is right on track

Rediscovering the Depot Cafe in Sisters.

By Amy Belasen
Dec 3, 2011
Chow

Simpler Times: Sargent's Café serves up classic American diner fare for more than six decades

Sargent's Cafe brings cheap home-cooking by the plateful.

By Source Weekly
Nov 30, 2011

Film

Capturing Dreams and Saving Cinema: Martin Scorsese's Hugo makes a powerful case for film preservation through fantasy

Martin Scorsese brings something new to the table.

By Morgan P Salvo
Nov 30, 2011
Film

It's Time to Light the Lights: Jason Segel helps breathe new life into The Muppets

The Muppets make their long-awaited return to the big screen.

By Anne Pick
Nov 30, 2011
Film Events

It's Me, Mario!: The elder statesman of video games gets the 3-D treatment

Everyone's favorite plumber is back with another dimension.

By Source Weekly
Nov 30, 2011
Film Events

Another Column About Hillbillies

Hillbillies invading your television screen.

By Wm.™ Steven Humphrey
Nov 30, 2011

Sound Stories & Interviews

Changing Ain't Easy: The evolution of the grassroots Jazz at Joe's series

Duncan McNeill wants to teach kids about outdoor life and music.

By Bob Woodward
Nov 30, 2011

Outside Features

It's Back: The NBA lockout is over and that's good...and bad

The pros and cons of a depleted NBA season.

By Mike Bookey
Nov 30, 2011
Outside Features

High-Pressure Blues: No new snow is a chance to scout new terrain and identify future risks

Scouting new terrain and identifying risks.

By Source Weekly
Nov 30, 2011
Outside Features

Clean Lines: Alpine great Andrew McLean drops into Bend

Andrew McLean isn't your average shredder.

Nov 30, 2011