Thrive Central Oregon’s kicks off annual fundraiser, Spring for Thrive
Join Thrive Central Oregon at the Tower Theater on Saturday, April 13, for the We Are Home Film Festival! This event kicks off the Spring for Thrive fundraiser- a week every year where Thrive raises funds to support those in our community with rental, deposit, and application fee assistance. Six short films will be screened…
Deschutes National Forest Selects Permanent Bend-Fort Rock District Ranger
The Deschutes National Forest is pleased to announce the selection of Kevin Stock as the permanent Bend-Fort Rock District Ranger. “I’m excited to welcome Kevin Stock into his new District Ranger role,” said Deschutes National Forest Supervisor Holly Jewkes. “The District will benefit from his extensive natural resource management experience.” Stock is no stranger to…
Bend-Redmond Habitat seeks Volunteer Financial Coaches to work with Future Homeowners
Bend-Redmond Habitat for Humanity is in search of Financial Coaches to work with future homeowners on their path toward homeownership. The purpose of the Partner Family Financial Coach is to support the Homeownership Services Department by coaching a Partner Family toward successful home purchase through monthly budget reviews, using a strengths-based and trauma-informed coaching model…
Bend woman, co-founder of Altitude Beverages, earns $25,000 grant
Laura Melgarejo Silva, owner of Altitude Beverages was named as one of the Stacy’s Rise Project 2024 winners and will be awarded a $25,000 grant, mentorship from Frito-Lay and PepsiCo leadership and an incomparable built-in community of powerful women to help them achieve their business dreams. Silva of Bend co-founded Altitude Beverages, zero-proof cocktails packed…
NeighborImpact launches diaper bank
NeighborImpact is happy to announce the launch of a Central Oregon diaper bank. On average, diapers cost $1,200 a year for one child, posing a financial hardship on half of American families. Diapers are a basic health necessity, but no government programs exist to help parents with this cost—neither WIC nor SNAP covers these supplies. …
Windermere Real Estate in Central Oregon Donated $7,000 to Local Nonprofits in 2023
Local real estate brokers, staff, and owners with Windermere Central Oregon Real Estate supported various organizations through the Windermere Foundation in the central Oregon area during 2023. The group donated $7,000 to support the NeighborImpact and the CASA of Central Oregon. “While the real estate industry can change rapidly, we are happy to say that…
Local Bend Attorney, David Rosen Becomes President of the Oregon State Bar for 2024
David Rosen, Bend local and founder of the personal injury law firm, High Desert Law, steps into service as the 2024 President of the Oregon State Bar, making him just the third OSB president from Central Oregon in the history of the bar. Rosen hopes to continue Bend’s rather short legacy of impressive bar presidents,…
Understanding Intimacy
Dear Dr. Jane I’m in love with my wife. We’ve been together for over 11 years, are best friends and have two great kids. The problem is that when we’re home and the kids are anywhere near us — even in their rooms on the other side of the house — she won’t have anything…
Spring Arts and Culture Event Roundup
PEFORMING ARTS The Winery Comedy Tour Embark on a laughter-filled evening at the Winery Comedy Tour, hosted at the charming Wine Shop in Bend. This unique fusion of comedy and wine promises a delightful experience on Thu., March 14, at The Wine Shop and Beer Tasting Bar. 55 NW Minnesota Ave., Bend. $13-$20. Piano Showcase…
Cultivating Cocktails
As winter melts away and the air begins to warm, the allure of the season has us turning our attention to outdoor activities, including gardening. Whether or not you believe it, now is the perfect time to start planning your cocktail garden. Imagine stepping into your backyard at the height of summer to pluck fresh…
Wreckless Strangers
Wreckless Strangers, a band born from a simple jam session among friends and family in 2016, has grown into a renowned super-group with three original albums and a penchant for emphasizing the enduring spirit of San Francisco’s rich musical heritage. “The band started about eight years ago. It was a chance for our drummer, Mick…
La Pine’s Legend Cider Reopens
Legends never die. But one, La Pine’s Legend Cider Co., is being reopened. Born in The Dalles in 2016, and still sourcing its unfiltered juice from the Columbia Gorge on both sides of the state line, Legend relocated to La Pine in 2018. After five years it had outgrown its original location and is now…
Horoscope Week of March 14, 2024
PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): My Piscean friend Jeff Greenwald wrote the humorous but serious book *Shopping for Buddhas*. It’s the story of his adventures in Nepal as he traveled in quest of a statue to serve as a potent symbol for his spiritual yearning. I’m reminded of his search as I ruminate on your near…
Ease the Spring Break Pain
Planning a road trip for the kids’ spring break? If not, no need to worry. Why leave Bend? Central Oregon has an endless amount of natural beauty with tons of trails and multiple parks to explore. But what about activities for kids who are tired of parents making them hike or bike all the time?…
Letters to the Editor 03/14/2024
Jamie McLeod Skinner for CD-5 I have known Jamie McLeod Skinner since 2020 when I was the full-time (volunteer) Bend office manager for her Congressional District 2 campaign. That was a great vantage point for seeing how she interacted with staff and other volunteers, chatting with her, and learning about her experience and values. I…
The Brown Owl Closing Its Doors
A beloved food cart-meets-bar in the Box Factory in Bend has announced its closure. The owners of The Brown Owl, Lisandro and Heather Ramon, announced the spot’s closure on social media this week, with the last day being Fri., March 15. “It’s with a heavy heart that we announce the bittersweet decision to close our doors,”…
Sunny’s Italian Joint Closing
A counter-service restaurant that got its start as a food cart is now closing up shop. Sunny’s Italian Joint, which started out life known as Sunny’s Carrello, was opened by chef Amy Wright and her wife Courtney in 2019. At the time, the couple was also running Sunny Yoga Kitchen, a yoga studio-slash-healthful food spot that…
Recovering Essential Desert Waters
Oregon’s high desert is an arid landscape, defined by the scarcity of water. A mere 2% of the high desert is wetland or riparian habitat, and nearly all of the wildlife in the region depend on these oases to survive. While mighty desert rivers like the Owyhee and the John Day are critical pieces of…
The Pros and Cons of Recently Passed Bills in the Legislature
The Oregon state legislative session wrapped up last week, and compared to past years that were mired by walkouts, it’s fair to say that a lot got done. And while some legislation, such as the reform of Measure 110, got a lot of the attention, a couple bills were also noteworthy, including a bill to…
Snowy Adventures
Need a break from the downhill slopes? Finding day outings that everyone can enjoy is essential to embracing the extended winter season here in Central Oregon. It’s time to take advantage of the hundreds of miles of marked trails, charming warming huts and pillowy powder found in our backyard Cascades. After all, that’s why we…
Big Screen Kenergy
Well, another Academy Awards is in the books and I’m not sure we really gained anything from it. There were a few nice moments, three amazing speeches and one fairly big upset award, but otherwise it was a fairly predictable night all around. It moved a bit faster than it usually does, which was nice,…
Source Material: New Local EPs
“Into the Stratosphere” – Fractal Local dance-groove and jam band, Fractal, recently released its first EP, “Into the Stratosphere,” on March 5. Percussionist Jarrod Donatelli offered some of his thoughts on the recording process. “We just hit it hard for six hours,” said Donatelli. “We did four tracks, two takes on each song and Matt,…
Habitante de Bend muere en la Mt. Bachelor
En el centro de esquí de Mt. Bachelor, un habitante de Bend fue declarado muerto después de sumergirse en la nieve y por asfixia. Según la oficina del alguacil del Condado de Deschutes, la persona fallecida fue identificada como Robert Douglas Harrington, habitante de Bend, de 58 años. Según un comunicado de prensa por parte…
Finding Your Perfect Home in a Fixer Upper
If you’re trying to buy a home and are having a hard time finding one you can afford, it may be time to consider a fixer-upper. That’s a house that needs a little elbow grease or some updates, but has good bones. Fixer-uppers can be a really great option if you’re looking to break into…
Source Warmup
Airplane Crashes Outside of Madras On March 10, around 7:40pm, the Frontier Regional 911 Center recieved a report that a plane had crashed in a remote area, 5.5 miles southeast of Madras. The Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office and Jefferson County Fire and EMS responded to the area and located the crash. Due to the extent…
Snowpack Expected to Improve Drought Conditions
As spring slowly approaches in Central Oregon, winter snowpack and precipitation levels can help predict drought conditions in the months ahead. Deschutes Basin Watermaster Jeremy Giffin sees promise, noting that the state of our reservoirs is the best start to the irrigation season in the last six years. As of March 18, the Oregon SNOTEL…
