TEDxBend 2019: Speakers We’re Stoked to See
Yes, it’s back — the speaker event of the year, TEDxBend, is set to host a number of idea innovators from various fields, along with a few musicians, at Bend Senior High School for a full day of inspirational talks and performances. No doubt, all of the presenters and performances will be inspirational, but here…
That Time Bend Got an In-N-Out… Not
Editorial meetings at the Source involve at least a few story pitches that hit the cutting room floor… never to be seen again. In other words, not every story that writers pitch actually makes the paper. This week, cub reporter Isaac Biehl pitched the idea of covering the groundbreaking of the purported In-N-Out Burger on…
Who’s Ready for Live Music and Warm Weather?
The Sisters Folk Festival has announced its initial lineup and unveiled the stunning new poster for 2019.
Bridge Construction Will Close Part of Greenwood
Starting on April 1, BNSF Railway will begin construction as they work to replace the railroad bridge decking over Greenwood Avenue.
Food Fast, Without the BS
It was boot camp, the suburban kind, in early 2000. At the end of week one, our instructor, talking about the importance of eating real food, grabbed a crumpled fast food bag, pulled out a burger and fries and said, “I’ve had these for two years.” The food looked almost new, with no mold. Our…
Free Will Astrology—Week of March 21
ARIES (March 21-April 19): During the coming weeks, everything that needs to happen will indeed happen only if you surprise yourself on a regular basis. So I hope you will place yourself in unpredictable situations where you won’t be able to rely on well-rehearsed responses. I trust that you will regard innocence and curiosity and…
Are One-Offs Killing Year-Round Beers?
As a brewer, the question I get asked most often is, “What are you working on next?” Apparently, the old Hollywood axiom that “an actor is only as good as their last picture” rings just as true for brewers. People no longer seem to think about the beer they’re drinking; they’re too busy thinking about…
Letters to the Editor
Wildfire Recent legislation and commentary from political figures Rep. Greg Walden appear to support more logging/thinning as a panacea for wildfire and forest health. It reminds me of the same approach that Medieval doctors took to illness. If a patient was sick, the solution was to “bleed” the “bad” blood from the individual. If the…
Domiciliary Dope
So you want to join the rest of bourgeoisie Bend by home growing buds in a post-black market, above the board, private, small-scale venture? The good news: you could need less than $10 to get started! The bad news: there’s no cookie cutter, one-size-fits-all approach. Still, we asked some local experts for tips to make…
Wild Thinking
I get invited to lots of places to speak, but my favorite locations are schools. The bright young minds of kids who ask great questions keep me young, despite my 91 years. A recent Monday morning, found me in the classroom of Anne-Marie Eklund at Cascades Academy in Tumalo. We were joined by Michelle van Hilten,…
A Mother-Daughter Collaboration
It’s not every day that a mom and daughter put their heads together to collaborate on a writing project—and it’s even less common when the pair resides in Central Oregon. Kim Cooper Findling is the author of “Bend, Oregon Daycations: Day Trips for Curious Families,” among other guidebooks and a memoir. Now, she’s teamed up…
Regional Roundup
In Oregon, New Sage Grouse Plans Allow For Continued Grazing The Trump administration Friday lifted restrictions meant to protect greater sage grouse across seven western states. In Oregon grazing restrictions are being removed in 13 locations that provide habitat for the imperiled birds. Ranchers are supporting the move, saying proper grazing will help sage grouse. But conservation groups said the controversial and…
Farm Bill
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…
On the Chopping Block: Afterschool Funding
If approved, the president’s 2020 budget proposal would eliminate federal funding for afterschool programs. It’s a cut that could impact 1.7 million children, according to Afterschool Alliance, an advocacy group that works to ensure that all youth have access to affordable, quality afterschool programs. The chief federal funding stream for afterschool and summer learning programs…
To The Rescue
Picture it: You and a buddy take off for a late afternoon snowmobile session, get a bit off trail and end up in the City of Bend’s watershed. You’re tired of shoveling snow, only to get stuck again and again. Your cell phone battery is running low and the weather is starting to dip into…
‘Tis the Season: Pothole, Bike and Pedestrian Woes
‘Tis the season, with snow largely melted from city streets, when drivers begin to bemoan one consequence of a big winter storm: Potholes. While it can be a jarring experience to hit one unawares, we advise those wanting to complain to walk just a few minutes in another’s shoes. Drivers may encounter that occasional annoying…
Panic at the Disco
How uncomfortable do you like being? Like, on a scale that starts with your exes becoming lovers, to a slow-motion car accident where everyone is making eye contact with you? That’s this movie. A 90-minute crash in which you see the accident up ahead, you know it’s coming and are absolutely powerless to stop it.…
Cannabis Headlines Nationwide
News you may have missed while doing your “pot weed.” NFL Player quits while smoking a joint Dallas Cowboy defensive end David Irving went onto Instagram Live this month to announce he was quitting the league at age 25. He then verbally took the NFL out behind the woodshed and beat it mercilessly with a…
What’s Happening in the World of Weed
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…
What Musicians Consume
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…
On The Road With Dad
I’ve never had someone sing for me on the phone before. That is, until I spoke with Mystic Marley. My mouth literally dropped when she started singing the words to the first song she ever wrote, at the young age of 11: “Today is a new day, tomorrow is a lie. Freedom is a word…
Marijuana Rules
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…
Band Fact Sheet: Night Beats
Night Beats is rock, blues, soul, and R&B all rolled into one psychedelic-influenced mix. Danny Lee Blackwell takes inspiration from his Texas roots, as he started out playing in garages with his friends in Dallas. It’s easy to hear the heavy influence from the psych-rock scene. Night Beats just released its latest album, “Myth of…
Street Beat
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…
Sticky Wickets When Purchasing a Property with a Government-Backed Loan
Government-backed home loans, such as FHA, VA and USDA, are great options for eligible buyers. These loans offer low rates, low down payment options and can make it a bit easier for first-time buyers or buyers with credit issues. All that said, the rules on property condition can get tricky. Because these loans offer low…
The Rub on CBD Tropicals
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…
Ready, Set, Slurp!
Can you down oysters like a boss? Each Friday night in March, Anthony’s is hosting an Oyster Slurp Off for guests dining at the restaurant. Participation is free and sign up starts at 5:30pm. Competitors decide if they want to dress their oysters with cocktail sauce or lemon— but let’s be honest, at that speed…
On The Farm With Belushi
Icy niblets of snow are starting to fall from the sky when I leave Central Oregon in mid-February, headed for Jim Belushi’s cannabis farm in southern Oregon. When I get there, the fertility of spring abounds. The sun is out, casting whitish-yellow beams onto the Rogue River. Jaunty squirrels dart across the dirt driveway leading…
Eye Anxiety and Who’ll Stop The Reign?
Eye Anxiety I’ve been with my boyfriend for four years. I thought I was super happy, but I recently got a crush on a co-worker. Now I’m worried that maybe I’m not totally satisfied in my relationship. If I were truly in love with my boyfriend, why would I be crushing on somebody else? Does…
The Art of Parisian Macarons Simplified
If you’ve tried baking macarons at home, you already know the challenge of developing the signature foot around the almond flour cookie. Chef Morris is teaching the secrets of baking Parisian macarons at The Kindred Creative Kitchen. Students will make beautiful almond and chocolate macarons. This class is just before Easter so you can use…
Unexpected Places to Find Art
Trains: You may see them as ruthless interrupters of traffic flow. You may curse them as they wake you in the middle of the night with their long horn blasts. Me, though, I love them. For me, trains are a reminder that there are places outside our little bubble. They don’t remind me of this…
Fermentation 101
If your lips pucker and eyes twitch when you eat vinegar-based pickles and condiments, fermentation may be a better option for you. In the Fermentation 101 class, taught by Wendee Daniels through My World Registry, students learn how to lacto-ferment foods such as sauerkraut, vegetables and ketchup without vinegar. This process creates more mild flavors…
The Leaflet—Spring 2019
Welcome to The Leaflet, Central Oregon’s first—and only—local guide dedicated to all things cannabis. If you’re new here, let the following pages give you a place to start in sorting out this budding industry. If you’ve been here a while, we hope you enjoy yet another installment of our bi-annual booklet! Inside these pages, find:…
