Dec. 12 brought historic news for a relatively new and lucrative agricultural market when the House passed the Agricultural Improvement Act of 2018, informally called “the Farm Bill.” As a result of the Farm Bill, hemp, the non-psychoactive version of the cannabis plant, will be removed from the Controlled Substances list, and federal law will […]
Special Issues & Guides
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What’s Happening in the World of Weed
Oversupply, a moratorium on growing licenses and an anti-pot Commissioner
As anyone who follows marijuana laws knows, things change often. To keep you up to date, here’s a rundown of recent events. An effort against drug testing During the 2019 Oregon Legislative session, the Senate Interim Committee on Judiciary—chaired by Sen. Floyd Prozanski (D-Eugene)—proposed Legislative Concept 2151, which would make it against the law to […]
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What Musicians Consume
Musicians and cannabis
go hand in hand. We asked a few of them
what they partake in
History shows that cannabis gained widespread awareness thanks to jazz musicians from New Orleans who shared it while touring. It even spawned an entire genre of music based around cannabis, known as “Viper Jazz,” named so because of the snake-like hissing sound of someone toking on a joint. Louis Armstrong even endorsed cannabis, saying, “One […]
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Marijuana Rules
Here’s how to
legally buy pot and other things to
know about weed
in Oregon
If you’re traveling through Oregon, or you’re a resident, here’s the lowdown on the rules surrounding recreational and medical Mary Jane. Where you can buy some of that dank stuff: Buying legal weed is easy, just check out the dispensaries listed in this Leaflet—or find other dispensaries licensed by the Oregon Liquor Control Commission. Where […]
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Street Beat
We asked locals, what’s your definition of a “stoner?”
After a few years of legal recreational marijuana, a lot has changed. Tie-dye is still a thing—but it’s definitely not the only uniform worn by the people consuming this plant. Dudes in suits stroll into dispensaries to pick up treats for soccer moms. Retirees are turning to edibles and CBD topicals in droves. People are […]
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The Rub on CBD Tropicals
From athletic ailments to epidermal irritations, CBD tropicals are the next big thing in pain relief
Balms, lotions and creams are popping up like seedlings on dispensary shelves all over Oregon, featuring phrases such as “hemp derived” and “full spectrum.” But what does it all mean? Have no fear: we checked out a series of CBD topicals to help you decipher the products available locally that could be right for your […]
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Give Guide: 2019 Calendar of Fundraisers
Plan your best year of good living and charitable giving with our first ever Calendar of Fundraisers. This special, pull-out calendar and non-profit event overview will highlight some of our favorite fundraisers of 2019. So, hang it on your ‘fridge and get ready for a year of feel good fun! . DOWNLOAD THE CALENDAR Want […]
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Happy Hour Guide – Winter 2019
Central Oregon’s most popular food and beverage guide for locals and tourists!
Happy hour lovers: Did you know The Source Weekly has a handy online tool that helps you identify the happy hours happening right at the moment you want one? Indeed. And it’s super easy to use! In honor of this season’s Happy Hour Guide, we did a little back-end website magic to find out which […]
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Five Bars, One Stop
McMenamins Old St. Francis School offers variety on a single campus
McMenamins breweries, hotels and pubs are a mainstay of the Northwest. It’s hard not to love the McMenamins Old St. Francis School campus, which boasts gorgeous interiors that highlight the history of the building. The fire pits can be enjoyed all year long — a perfect place to people watch downtown while enjoying the architecture […]
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Like a Happy Hour Time Machine
Roszak’s Fish House
Settling into a curvy, off-turquoise chair in the windowless lounge of Roszak’s Fish House in Midtown, a thought occurred to me: When people reminisce about the good ol’ days of Bend, before it became one of the fastest-growing cities in the U.S., this, right here, is what they’re talking about. Roszak’s opened in 1981, making […]
