An intimate conversation between Source Weekly Publisher Aaron Switzer and Musician Faisal Abu-Nawwas. Faisal grew up in the PNW and has been performing since he was a youngster. Hear stories from his early days and what happens in his head when he performs. Get to know Faisal a little better in the podcast then catch […]
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Of Wheels and Feathers
Fish/bike/packing on the Deschutes River, all in the same trip
“Let us rather run the risk of wearing out than rusting out.” – Teddy Roosevelt The bicycle boom has filled the streets and trails with more riders than ever before. Bike shops and trailheads are bustling and busy, and as the Central Oregon community continues to grow, escaping the density by finding quieter and less […]
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New Park Projects Aim to Improve River Access
Three parks on the Deschutes River will undergo a transformation, enhancing accessibility
and sustainability
River-goers can plan for updated river access points in three centrally located parks along the Deschutes River in Bend. Bend Park and Recreation District, as part of its Deschutes River Access and Habitat Restoration Plan, is planning to update four river access points at McKay Park, Miller’s Landing Park and Columbia Park. BPRD aims to […]
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Bend-La Pine Schools Reviews Policy After Sport Sponsorship Backlash
District is assessing its current sponsorship with local ammunition maker following concerns
Bend-La Pine Schools is reviewing its athletic sponsorship policy amid controversy regarding a sponsor for Mountain View High School. BLPS selected Nosler Inc., a local ammunition manufacturer, as the sponsor for its football and soccer programs, raising concerns from parents, teachers and residents. A concerned community member, who asked not to be named out of […]
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LISTEN: Bend Don’t Break: Oregon District 53 Representative Emerson Levy 🎧
Talking about Alyssa’s Law, legislative priorities and more with Bend and Redmond’s House rep
Source Weekly Publisher Aaron Switzer chats with Emerson Levy, freshman Oregon House of Representative for District 53, about the new Alyssa’s Law which includes funding for all Oregon schools to install panic alarm systems to alert first responders to all types of emergencies to keep schools safer. Levy also talks about why she loves her […]
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Fall Style ▶ [With Video]
For this Fall Style Issue, we reached out to two locals that exude unique and funky “festival” vibes for their take on fashion trends
For this Fall Style issue, we reached out to two locals that exude unique and funky “festival” vibe for their take on fashion trends. These looks are a fusion of Caroline Kim and Tehwehwas (Teh) Sanchez’s perspectives for this fall, featuring their favorites from local shops and designers paired with their own favorite go-to pieces. […]
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Mayor Addresses Growth at State of the City
City of Bend holds community event for its annual review
The City of Bend held its State of the City in the form of a community gathering on Sept. 8 at Alpenglow Park. In addition to offering live music, food trucks, activities and information on various City departments, Mayor Melanie Kebler spoke to the community about City goals and priorities. Kebler discussed the future of […]
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Stevens Road on Track for New Neighborhood
The City of Bend may soon annex the Stevens Road Tract into the city’s UGB to add more affordable housing
The City of Bend is close to annexing more land into the city’s Urban Growth Boundary, aimed at adding more affordable and workforce housing inside city limits. The concept plan for the 262-acre Stevens Road Tract includes roughly 147 acres for affordable housing, as well as space for employment, commercial services, open spaces and a […]
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The Rollout of Alyssa’s Law *with podcast 🎧
Rep. Emerson Levy assumed office on Jan. 9 and championed Alyssa’s Law, which improves safety protocols in schools
Emerson Levy is an attorney and politician serving as a member of the Oregon House of Representatives for the 53rd District, which covers the north side of Bend, Tumalo, Sisters and the southwestern part of Redmond. Levy championed an effort she called “Alyssa’s Law,” which passed as part of House Bill 5014, giving $2.5 million […]
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LISTEN: Bend Don’t Break: Finding Happiness with Anthony Poponi
Happiness expert Anthony Poponi is the CEO and founder of Focus on the 40. He’s an expert in positive psychology and in this episode explains how we can create our own path to more joy, fulfillment and success in our workplaces and in our lives. Listen now to learn more about happiness and how you […]
