4 Peaks Tickets Nearly Sold Out!
If you want to get in on the 4 Peaks action this weekend you need to act fast. There are only a handful of tickets left before the thing is SOLD OUT.
Source Editor Wins Awards for Foreclosure Story
The house three doors down from Source News Editor Eric Flowers had been vacant for years when, last September, Flowers wrote “Treading Water in Foreclosureville: What happens when your neighbor walks away and no one returns.” It’s a hell of a read and a piece that captures the defining story of this town since the…
Michael Jackson Death Hoax
Sources have revealed today that pop icon Michael Jackson, much like another American Music Icon, may have faked his own death. While it’s been widely reported that Jackson died from a drug overdoes in his California home, our sources tell us that Jackson is alive and well.
Editor’s Summer Playlist on Spotify
Did you see this year’s summer guide in last week’s issue of the Source? If you did, you might have come across our music editor’s recommended summer playlist. If not.
Central Oregon Progressives To Screen Koch Expose Tonight
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The Perfect IPA: A brewer’s perpective
The perfect India Pale Ale is a sunny summer afternoon in a pint. When you pour your IPA into a glass the colors should range on a spectrum from pale golden to absolutely no darker than copper.
Twilight Tunes
This very well could be one of the best live music events in Bend that you haven’t heard about. .
Saturday Night Staff Picks
Need to get your SoCal reggae vibe on? Point your dreads and hemp accessories toward Century Center tonight where LA’s The Dirty Heads (“Lay Me Down”) will take the stage to cap off a week of music and outdoor events dubbed the Subaru Outdoor Games. Special guests The Wheeler Brothers (voted Best New Band at…
The Fairy: A Film to Cherish
Within the first five minutes, you’ll know if The Fairy is for you. Dominique Abel (also co-writer and co-director) plays Dom, a hapless night clerk at a shabby hotel.
Friday Night Preview and a Weekend Road Trip Recommendation
Still wondering what’s the best way to soak in the sun during what is shaping up to be the first real summer-like weekend? Consider hitting the road to celebrate Fathers’ Day weekend at The Coyote Music Festival (no dad required) in the aptly named Summer Lake. Line-up includes MoWo, Jelly Bread, Anastacia, Raise the Vibe…
Obama To Curtail Deportations
In another surprising show of testicular fortitude the Conciliator in Chief has stood up to Tea Bag nation by blocking the potential deportation of scores of illegal immigrants. Obama who just recently endorsed gay marriage, another hot button social issue, announced on Friday that his administration was bypassing Congress in an effort to curtail…
Cops Nab 57 Pounds of Pot in K-Falls Traffic Stop
Here’s a thought: When you’re hauling, say, 60 odd pounds of high-grade dope in a brand new car with out-of-state plates, you might want to keep it under 70 miles per hour on Oregon’s highways. That seems like common sense to us, but apparently not so much for William Ian Anderson, 24, of Chico ,…
Float On: The Deschutes for Dummies
When the weather gets hotter, the river traffic gets heavier. Float from Riverbend Park down to Drake on a hot day and you might feel like you’re shoulder to shoulder with most of the town. Don’t get us wrong, that can be a blast. But if you’re looking to avoid river rush hour, it might…
Obama OK’s Forest Service to Bulk up on Tankers
With a wildfires raging in parts of Colorado, Utah and Arizona, President Obama on Tuesday gave the OK for the Forest Service to expand its fleet of aging air tankers and speed up work on developing the next generation fleet. The legislation, which was pushed by Oregon’s Sen.
Muffing the Noise Ordinance
Ah, summer in Bend. The mountain biking, the fishing, the hiking, the camping, the float trips down the river. The street festivals. The barbecues. The beer. Not to mention the roar of the power mowers and leaf blowers, the whine of the chainsaws, the barking of the dogs and the high-decibel blasts of music from…
Noisy Neighbors: Council under pressure for changes to new noise ordinance
Last summer, it seemed to city officials that residents all over Bend were angry about the same thing: noise. Neighbors of the Masonic Center on 8th Street, residents of the westside near 10 Barrel and Century Center, and 80-year-old ladies living near Troy Field in downtown Bend were all tired of having their walls and…
Our Picks For 06/13-06/19
Redwood Son & The Forestry wednesday 13 Singer/ songwriter Josh Malm has the rare ability to combine alt-Americana integrity with pop vibrancy. His music has the light playfulness of Jack Johnson, if Johnson had been inspired by tall trees rather than sandy beaches. Voted “Best New Artist” of the Portland Music Awards in 2011, Redwood…
Say Hello to the New Music Editor: Ethan “Ethos” Maffey credits 1983 for who he is today
Most parents do not expect the gift they give their son for his sixth birthday to have the kind of impact capable of shaping their child’s future. I’m sure that was true of my parents when they presented me with my first record player in 1983. Even as a baby, my parents recognized the effect…
More Great Music Than You Can Shake a Stick At: Free Sunday concerts are back at Les Schwab Amphitheater for 2012
If you’ve lived in Bend for any length of time, you’ve gotten to know the Free Summer Sunday concert series at the Les Schwab Amphitheater quite well. And if you’re new in town, the series is a chance to experience Bend by throwing a blanket on the grass and seeing some great live music for…
Bring Your Tunes Along For the Ride: Jawbone’s Big Jambox aims at making your summer vacation a musical one
If you’re someone who likes to provide your friends with a party no matter the location, Jawbone’s latest addition to the crowded world of portable wireless speakers might just be the gadget for you. Jawbone, known for their Bluetooth headsets, first entered the speaker market with the Jambox. Ultra-small and lightweight, the original Jambox speaker…
It’s the Party Your Backyard Has Always Wanted
If you live in one of those newer homes with a backyard just big enough to bury a casket (i.e., where your summer get together dreams go to die)… fret not. Bend’s popular camping and music shindig is just around the corner and boasts enough space to entertain you and your friends with two days…
IPA Taste-Off California vs Oregon, Baby!
It’s time to settle the score. Oregon’s IPAs are better than California’s, we’re pretty sure. But to prove it, you’re going to need to get scientific. You’re going to need a bunch of friends, a bunch of beers and our handy judging guide below to help you seal the deal in Oregon’s favor.
Summer Solstice Mostest
Those of us who have been around know that summer doesn’t officially start until July 4. But if you’re waiting until the fireworks pop to roll out your Tevas and T-shirts, you’re missing out on at least one early summer ritual that’s worth honoring—the summer solstice. Also known as the longest day of the year,…
Get Out and Bang the Chains
Live in Bend long enough and someone’s bound to ask you to go disc golfing. But there’s more to it than just getting out and throwing a Frisbee. We recommend going with someone who knows what they’re doing. Avid disc golfers go out with as many discs in their bag as a regular golfer has…
Music Editor Ethan Maffey’s suggestions for your personal summer soundtrack
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Heat Up Summer Nights with a Chili Cook-off
Summer evenings call for casual gatherings, and a low-fuss chili cook-off is just the thing for a mid-July Saturday night of friendly competition and good eats. You supply the drinks and chili toppings. Friends and family show off mad culinary skills with their top-secret recipes. Everyone participates in the sampling, judging and smack talking. Chili…
Lawn Olympics: Make it Count This Fourth of July
There is something just inherently awesome about the Fourth of July holiday. Maybe it’s the fact that it’s not tied to any particular religious tradition or greeting card campaign. Maybe it’s the fact that it falls right in the heart of summer break for students. Whatever it is, the Fourth of July always stands out…
Go Pick Blackberries!
Yes, blackberries are an invasive species, but they’ve become as synonymous with Oregon as Douglas Firs, crashing rivers and the Cascade Mountains. And we love them. The sad fact is that blackberries don’t really grow in Central Oregon, but they’re so close it’s only a morning’s drive between you and the taste of those sweet…
Stargazing in the High Desert Worth the Chill
Where can you feel infinitely small yet universally connected? The best place is under a vast night sky of stars. Thanks to Bend’s minimal light pollution, Central Oregon offers some of the best stargazing on the planet and your summer won’t feel complete without some. When and where to go: Find moonlight-free nights by checking…
End of Summer Party at Your House
You’ve survived your epic summer and it’s time to celebrate. It’s the excuse you’ve been looking for to bring all your mountain bike friends together with your drinking buddies, your mom’s group together with your book club, and your work friends with your zany college roommates. Basically, what you want to do here is offer…
Skip the iPod and Go Straight to the Source
It’s your end of summer blow-out and it’s time to pull out the stops. Hiring a live band is a great way to spice up your get together and to start the dance party.
Winemaking in the Shadow of the Sisters: Terrebonne’s newest winery offers tastings with a view
With its broad expanse of sagebrush and Alfalfa farms, the Terrebonne area may not scream wine country, but with a burgeoning group of wineries, it is quickly becoming a winemaking hotspot. What began with Maragas Winery in the late ‘90s now includes Monkey Face Vineyards, Deschutes River Vineyards, and the latest addition to the family—Faith,…
Basil Mint Chimichurri
Whenever the time seems right to bust out the BBQ, and do some grilling, my wife always insists I make chimichurri. With the toasty weather, it’s just about that time, so I thought I’d share this much loved recipe. Chimichurri is an Argentinean sauce that is typically made with parsley and other herbs, oil, vinegar,…
Model Citizen: Blind faith reveals more than meets the blind eye in Bernie
Bernie has a trifecta of actors that I usually can’t stand (Jack Black, Mathew McConaughey, and Shirley MacLaine) and a director who has never impressed me (Richard Linklater). To be honest, Linklater has perturbed me in a way no other director has with his fingernails-on-a-blackboard, over-wordy agendas and use of mostly bad acting to deliver…
Leper Messiah: Sound of My Voice is sure to become a (ahem) cult classic
Imagine this: You get directions to a house in the suburbs where you’re instructed to pull into the garage, close the door and await further instructions. A man comes out of the house, takes you inside and orders you to shower and to “be thorough” with the soap. After cleaning yourself and putting on a…
Whoo-whoo! Technology Train A-Comin’!
Let’s talk… TECHNOLOGY. Now, while I am generally in favor of technological progress, there is definitely some room for improvement. Example: And I hate to play “Monday morning quarterback” here, but… before Steve Jobs died, I kinda wish he’d spent a little less time on the iPhone, and a little more time on making a…
Bike Racing Made Better: How Erik Eastland elevated bike races from boring to badass
Innovations are often born out of frustration. You think Henry Ford was psyched about riding around in a horse and buggy? Hell no. And so it was with Erik Eastland and his now famous beer-drenched bike party, Blitz to the Barrel, an invite only point-to-point bike race that this year carried a $20,000 prize purse.…
Ghost of the Marsh: In pursuit of the elusive sora rail at Summer Lake
The Cornell Lab of Ornithology describes the sora rail as, “a small, secretive bird of freshwater marshes.” “The sora is the most common and widely distributed rail in North America. Its distinctive descending whiney call can be easily heard from the depths of the cattails, but actually seeing the little marsh-walker is much more difficult.”…
Blitz to the Barrel 2012: Craig wins again, Compton takes women’s race
Bend’s Adam Craig cruised to his second Blitz to the Barrel title Tuesday night, and in the process took home $3,000 of the $20,000 purse. Delaware’s Katie Compton, a multi-time cyclocross national champion and world championship medalist won the women’s race.
