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Apr 12-18, 2012

Vol. 16, No. 15

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Local News

Senators Call for GAO Investigation Into Forest Service Aircraft Plan: Wyden says not enough tankers to fight fires

Forest fires may be getting too out of hand for the small amount of tankers available to help.

By Erin Foote Marlowe
Apr 11, 2012
Local News

The Rest of My Interview With Todd Snider

Look for our interview with Todd Snider in this week's issue of The Source Weekly and check out what didn't make the piece here. You'll be glad you did.

By The Source Staff
Apr 11, 2012
Local News

Axl to Hall: Go F*ck Yourself

In an open letter, Axl tells the Hall of Fame where they can stick it.

By The Source Staff
Apr 11, 2012
Local News

MBSEF Burglarized: Asshole makes off with radios, computers and race gear

What are you doing stealing from MBSEF, a local non-profit? Come to think of it, what are you doing stealing?

By The Source Staff
Apr 12, 2012
Local News

Free Tix For Sat's Lava City Bout

By The Source Staff
Apr 12, 2012
Local News

Godot ticket prices slashed!

Tickets to Waiting for Godot slashed to help keep Innovation Theater Works alive

By The Source Staff
Apr 13, 2012
Local News

"Disco Go Ball" This Weekend: Disc golf and ultimate frisbee extravaganza

Frisbee action comes to Bend on April 14-15.

By The Source Staff
Apr 13, 2012
Local News

Bike share gets rolling in Madras

Teachers and school district staff in Madras are about to become Central Oregon bike-sharing pioneers.

By The Source Staff
Apr 13, 2012
Local News

Coachella 2012 Is Going Strong! Stream It Live!

Stream the final day of Coachella live!

By The Source Staff
Apr 15, 2012
Local News

All things buffalo- go see the show tonight!

The White Buffalo is playing tonight at Midtown Ballroom.

By The Source Staff
Apr 16, 2012
Local News

Another Pulitzer Prize Awarded to an Alt Weekly! The Stranger's Eli Sanders wins in 2012

Sanders' haunting story brings home the Pulitzer Prize. 2007 was the last time an alt-weekly writer won the prestigious award.

By The Source Staff
Apr 17, 2012

Editorial

Getting Goosed by the Forest Service

The Goose Project will acquire more than 27 million feet of timber to begin their lodging operation.

By Source Weekly
Apr 11, 2012
Letters to the Editor

Are we in the f*cking twilight zone?

Laws related to abortion were passed in Arizona that may seem a little odd to the rest of us.

By Source Weekly
Apr 11, 2012
Letters to the Editor

The Facts About Founding Fathers' Musical

What to expect at the 1776 show at the Tower Theatre.

By Source Weekly
Apr 11, 2012
Letters to the Editor

Not Wild About It

Opinion about the new radio station in Bend.

By Source Weekly
Apr 11, 2012

Picks

Our Picks: 4/11-4/17

By The Source Staff
Apr 12, 2012
Theater

Waiting for Godot Success Critical: Innovation Theater Works may have to shut doors if they can't fill the seats

Theater Works is facing the possibility of closure depending on the total amount of money made for the upcoming shows Waiting for Godot.

By Source Weekly
Apr 11, 2012

Chow

Something for Everyone: Broken Top Bottle Shop isn't just another pub

Recently opened Broken Top Bottle Shop is everything you would expect in a pub with plenty of brews to choose from.

By Jared Rasic
Apr 11, 2012

Film

Communication Breakdown: Ignorance and psychosis go hand-in-hand in We Need to Talk about Kevin

John C Reilly stars in recent film We Need to Talk About Kevin.

By Morgan P Salvo
Apr 11, 2012
Film

Sweet Dreams: Salmon Fishing in the Yemen opts for formula over

Emily Blunt stars as Harriet Chetwode in recent film Salmon Fishing in the Yemen.

By Jared Rasic
Apr 11, 2012
Film Events

God Doesn't Like You Much

A humorous insight on the upcoming Titanic television specials.

By Wm.™ Steven Humphrey
Apr 11, 2012

Sound Stories & Interviews

Todd Snider Gives Voice to America One Last Time: The Nashville (via Portland) singer continues making observations that bring us all together

You can find Todd Snider next Tuesday playing his well-known folk music at the Tower Theatre.

By Ethan Maffey
Apr 11, 2012

Outside Features

Human-Powered Fun in the High Desert: Running (and winning) the Horse Butte 10 Miler, again. This time, faster.

Runner and Bend's fastest cowboy, Max King wins the Horse Butte 10 Miller yet again.

Apr 11, 2012

The Green Issue

Green Machine: Energy Transformation

Apr 12, 2012
The Green Issue

Get Comped for Your Commute: Commute Options understands the power of an incentive

Good things come from Commute Options when you choose to be green on the roads.

Apr 11, 2012
The Green Issue

Commuter Kit: Bike Commuting Made Easy

A few things you'll need when taking to the roads on your bicycle.

Apr 11, 2012
The Green Issue

Going Native: Get your spring planting started right with OSU-Extension Service approved plants

A few plants you're sure to admire to kick off your spring planting.

By Source Weekly
Apr 11, 2012
The Green Issue

The Grass is Always Greener: Five Easy Ways to Make Your Backyard Eco-Friendly

Five tips to help make your yard more eco-friendly.

By Source Weekly
Apr 11, 2012
The Green Issue

Dear Earth, I'm Sorry: Confessions of a non-composting, methane maker

The importance of composting and what benefits come from doing so.

By Eric Flowers
Apr 11, 2012
The Green Issue

Reduce Your Energy Costs

Lower the cost of the energy you use.

By Erin Foote Marlowe
Apr 11, 2012
The Green Issue

Top 10 Tips for Reducing Energy Usage While Cooking

Tips to lower the amount of energy you are using while you cook.

By Erin Foote Marlowe
Apr 11, 2012
The Green Issue

Buy Local and Organic

Stay green by buying local and organic produce.

By Source Weekly
Apr 11, 2012
The Green Issue

Water Conservation

The best ways to conserve your water supply.

By Erin Foote Marlowe
Apr 11, 2012