County honors the winners of the 2024 Health Heroes Awards
On Tuesday, June 4, the Deschutes County Public Health Advisory Board (PHAB) recognized the winners of the 2024 Health Heroes Awards at Pioneer Park, 1565 NW Wall St., Bend. The awards are given to individuals and organizations who demonstrate excellence in promoting and protecting public and behavioral health in Deschutes County. This year’s Individual Award…
New Chief Financial Officer Hired for Bend-La Pine Schools
Bend-La Pine Schools has hired Dan Emerson as its new Chief Financial Officer, effective July 1. Emerson will replace Brad Henry, who has resigned to take a position in another district. The CFO oversees all aspects of financial operations, including budgeting, accounting, financial reporting, procurement, and compliance to ensure the financial health and stability of…
Praxis Health is Expanding in Eugene with a New Medical Clinic
Praxis Health is pleased to announce the grand opening of Pearl Street Medical, a new Primary Care location in Eugene, Oregon that will expand our team and provide more high-quality healthcare services for the Eugene & Springfield community. This expansion marks the continued growth of Praxis Health (gopraxishealth.com), Oregon’s largest, independent medical group. Pearl Street…
Bend Chamber Announces Leadership Bend Class of 2024 Graduates
The Bend Chamber, in partnership with Taylor Northwest, is pleased to announce the Leadership Bend Class of 2024 graduates. Twenty-nine outstanding individuals formally graduated from the Leadership Bend program on June 11, 2024. “It has been an absolute delight to accompany the Class of 2024 on their leadership journey. Throughout our time together, they demonstrated…
35th Annual Great Drake Park Duck Race Kicks off June 20
Tickets for The Great Drake Park Duck Race go on sale Thursday, June 20. This year marks the 35th year of local Rotary clubs, businesses, and community members r aising much-needed funds for local non-profit organizations. The Duck Race has raised over $2 million since it began in the late 1980s. On Sunday, September 8,…
Rooted at Simpson Housing Lottery Opening Soon
RootedHomes is excited to announce the upcoming opening of the Rooted at Simpson housing lottery. The lottery provides a unique opportunity for selected qualified homebuyers to secure a home on Bend’s northwest side. The lottery will be open to the public beginning July 15th and conclude on August 28th at midnight. “We strategically selected the…
The Oregon Music Hall of Fame Announces the 2024 Inductees and Scholarship Winners
The Oregon Music Hall of Fame (OMHOF) will hold a press conference on Tuesday, July 23rd, 5:00 pm at Alberta Abbey. We will announce the 2024 inductees and meet this year’s scholarship winners who will perform. This free event is open to the public and there will be free refreshments and appetizers to celebrate our…
Residents of Romaine Village Seek Accountability
People living in a Bend neighborhood have raised concerns regarding living conditions and management practices within Romaine Village Manufactured Home Park. One individual, eager to see things change, started a petition attempting to advocate for a better living environment within the park. The park is located in southwest Bend and has a total of 176…
Asian Style Breakfast Sandwiches in The Grove
Diners in Northwest Crossing have a new place to grab breakfast. Good Egg, owned by the people who brought us Dear Mom Café, opened in The Grove Market Hall this week. The menu features Asian-style breakfast sandwiches on French-style brioche, along with lunch and after-school snacks. Get your egg sandwiches stuffed with yummy ingredients, but…
Local Newspapers Face Layoffs and Reductions
EO Media Group, which owns local daily newspapers such as The Bulletin and the Redmond Spokesman announced on June 3 that it will experience changes across the company, including layoffs and reductions in print frequency at several newspapers. EO Media Group, which operates 12 newspapers across Oregon and Washington, stated that advertising revenues have dropped…
A Change in Groundwater Allocation Rules is Long Overdue
You’ve likely heard the doom-tales: aquifers depleted, rivers low, wells going dry. Over the past 20 years or so, the West has experienced a megadrought that hasn’t been matched in 500 years. And this time, unlike the 1500s, the problem is made worse by the advent of human-caused climate change. This year has been better…
May the Source Be With You: June Edition
Is it summer yet? I’m pretty sure it’s supposed to be, but it’s windy and raining as I type this, so I guess maybe we’re just taking a mulligan and calling this Fall 2.0. 1.5? I don’t know. Regardless, there are plenty of things to watch when you’re done with the sun for the day,…
Will Delta-8 Be Outlawed?
With all the attention paid recently to the seemingly inevitable rescheduling of cannabis, it’s easy to have missed a less well covered legislative move regarding hemp. This relates to the Farm Bill, which is important even for non-farmers. It’s the bill that effectively legalized CBD, as it “authorized the production of hemp and removed hemp…
It’s time for a Summer Adventure!
The warm weather is finally here, and I don’t know about you, but I have lakes, rivers, bikes, boats and maybe a few beers on the mind. If that’s your vibe, too, then this week’s issue might be of service. Inside this Summer Adventure issue, we share some outings for the intrepid local and newcomer…
A Truly Family-Friendly Festival
Bend is a city practically built for families. Every day, there are tons of families taking advantage of Central Oregon’s parks, trails and breweries with kid-friendly outdoor spaces. It seems as though dogs may be the only family member that could possibly outnumber kids in Bend. It only makes sense then that 4 Peaks Music…
Awakening Your Inner Hero
I’ve never met you, but I know a thing or two after nearly seven decades of bouncing around here on earth. Now, for sure, I don’t know even a billionth of what there is to know. No one does, but I’m darn sure of this one: You, yes you, are making our world a better…
Redmond realiza su primer proclamación de mes del Pride (Mes del Orgullo) con opiniones diversas por parte de la comunidad
El 28 de mayo, varios miembros de la comunidad asistieron a una reunión del ayuntamiento de Redmond para mostrar apoyo a la comunidad LGBTQ+. Después de un periodo de comentarios públicos extensos, el concejo votó 6 a 1 para aprobar una Proclamación que por primera vez reconoce a Junio como el mes del Pride. Según…
A Look Ahead to Foxtail’s “Den”
Fans of Nickol Hayden-Cady’s pastry magic will soon have a place to bask in the goodness. The chef, who closed down Foxtail Bakeshop at the end of the pandemic, is currently fundraising for her new space, in a soon-to-be disclosed location in downtown Bend. We caught up with Hayden-Cady to talk about the new venture,…
What I Wish I Knew About Solar Before Installation
Installing a solar energy system is a significant investment with long-term benefits. Here are five important points I wish I had known before installing solar panels. 1. Interview Multiple Solar Companies Before committing to a solar energy system, interview at least two solar companies to compare products and offers. Each company may have unique promotions,…
A Welcoming Gathering for the Queer Community
Sisters in Sisters is a casual get-together held at The Barn in Sisters aiming to bring the queer community together and provide a comfortable, family-friendly environment. The founders – Stefanie Siebold, Teresa Laursen and Mukti Silberfein – started the gathering two years ago during Pride Month, with the intention of creating a space filled with…
Source Warmup
Bend Race Adds Non-Binary Category Bend’s beloved Pole Pedal Paddle race, put on by Mt Bachelor Sports Education Foundation, introduced a new category specifically for nonbinary individuals. According to Marieka Greene, the MBSEF event and financial development director, two nonbinary individuals took advantage of the new categories. “Pole Pedal Paddle has a long-standing tradition of…
Bend Burlesque Debuts Inaugural Pride Event, 'Taste Our Rainbow'
Bend Burlesque is set to dazzle audiences with “Taste Our Rainbow,” a vibrant and sexy performance night in celebration of Pride Month. The event takes place at Bunk + Brew on First Friday, June 7, promising an unforgettable evening of burlesque entertainment. Talented performers will showcase their unique talents and celebrate love in all forms.…
Pattie Gonia’s Gay Voice for Change
Drag doesn’t change who you are, it just unlocks different sides of you,” said drag queen Pattie Gonia, who stands at the intersection of the queer rights movement and environmental activism, often sporting outfits employing only upcycled materials — like the one that graces this week’s Source Weekly cover. With a slew of recognition under…
Horoscope Week of June 6, 2024
GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Off the coast of West Africa is an imaginary place called Null Island. A weather buoy is permanently moored there. Geographers have nicknamed it “Soul Buoy.” It’s the one location on Earth where zero degrees latitude intersects with zero degrees longitude. Since it’s at sea level, its elevation is zero, too.…
Letters to the Editor 06/06/2024
Donald Trump is not above the law By now, we’ve all heard the news that Donald Trump was found guilty of all 34 felony counts of falsifying his company’s business records to keep information from voters that he knew would harm his 2016 presidential campaign. This isn’t just about “hush money” payments. It’s about breaking…
Hop on the High Desert Food Trail
Local farms, ranches, restaurants, farmers markets and food and beverage makers have one more week to join the High Desert Food Trail. The trail is a self-guided tour of up to 50 businesses, helping “connect trail visitors to the high desert’s stunning landscapes, artisanal offerings and resilient agriculture,” explained a press release from the High…
Pride Calendar 2024 – June 5 – 30
Pride Calendar 2024 – June 5-30: Pride Month Events Happening in Bend and Beyond. WEDNESDAY JUNE 5 Om Together: A Pride Yoga and Live Music Event – Hanai Center Big QUEER Movie Night Featuring The Cult of Tuck – The Capitol Queer Climb Night – Bend Rock Gym FRIDAY JUNE 7 Bend Burlesque Presents: Taste…
Hibachi and Sushi in the Former Rockin’ Dave’s
A new, casual Asian spot is now open in the former location of Rockin’ Dave’s in Bend. Kobe Sushi & Hibachi Grill opened this week along Greenwood Ave., serving up a range of sushi items as well as grilled dinner entrées and yakisoba noodles. While things like the Hibachi Shrimp, Hibachi Steak and Hibachi Chicken are…
