Local Entities Clash on Bill Extending the Use of Tourism Dollars
A proposed bill in the Oregon Legislative Assembly would extend the ways in which local transient tax dollars can be used by cities and counties. The bill, which is opposed by destination management organizations, attempts to strike a balance between meeting the needs of the tourism industry while responding to the impact that tourists have on…
Cork & Barrel’s Winemaker Series Blends Fine Wine and Local Cuisine
Wine and food lovers can indulge in intimate dining experiences through the Cork & Barrel Winemaker Dinner series — a collection of exclusive events where celebrated wineries, local chefs and creative menus come together at unique venues. Each dinner offers an opportunity to savor expertly paired multi-course meals while engaging with winemakers and winery owners…
Mt. Bachelor Plans Northwest Express Lift Improvements
Problems reported by numerous snow-riders over the course of the season may soon find their resolution. Mt. Bachelor’s Northwest Express lift is set to receive improvements that would modernize the lift. The proposed actions would enhance lift reliability, efficiency and performance through a series of upgrades. According to a scoping letter, published by the U.S.…
Local Legislators Address Health Care, Education, Wildfires and Other Concerns at Town Hall
Central Oregonians packed the seats at Oregon State University-Cascades on a snowy Sunday to hear from local legislators about state efforts around health care, education, public safety, wildfire and more. The March 16 town hall included state Rep. Emerson Levy (D-OR53) and Rep. Jason Kropf (D-OR54), along with Sen. Anthony Broadman (D-OR27). Answering questions submitted…
Hayden Homes Awarded Prestigious Great Place to Work Certification for Second Year in a Row
Hayden Homes is proud to be Certified™ by Great Place To Work® for the second year in a row. Great Place To Work is the global authority on workplace culture, employee experience, and the leadership behaviors proven to deliver market-leading revenue, employee retention and increased innovation. This year at Hayden Homes, 98% of all team…
BPRD news: Summer program registration opens March 17 – 18
Bend Park and Recreation District is opening registration for summer recreation programs and summer/fall sports leagues on March 17 – 18. Registration will open for programs for mid-June through August. -Monday, March 17, 6:00 a.m.: Recreation, enrichment and sports camps, programs and sports leagues registration opens. This includes summer camps, art, crafts, sports, technology, outdoors,…
Spring Break Travelers Encouraged to Arrive Early for Scheduled Flights
As spring break travelers prepare for their vacation getaways, the Redmond Municipal Airport (RDM) has a few reminders and practical tips to help them plan for a smooth journey. The increased passenger volume may lead to limited parking availability and increased waiting time in security screening lines. Travelers are encouraged to check the airport’s website…
Skydive Bend Set to Take Flight in Madras, Oregon
Thrill-seekers in Central Oregon will soon have a new place to experience the rush of skydiving with the grand opening of Skydive Bend on April 5, 2025. Located at 2028 NW Berg Dr., Madras, OR 97741, Skydive Bend will offer tandem skydiving experiences with breathtaking views of Oregon’s high desert and Cascade mountain range. The…
Cascades Academy Launches New Summer Outdoor Leadership Program for Middle and High School Students
Cascades Academy is expanding its renowned summer programming with the launch of Summer Outdoor Leadership (SOL) Adventures, a dynamic new program designed to immerse middle and high school students in outdoor adventure, leadership development, and environmental stewardship. SOL Adventures empowers 6th-10th graders to explore Central Oregon’s natural landscapes while building confidence, collaboration, leadership skills, and…
Sunriver Brewing Company is coming to Redmond
Cheers Redmond! Starting this summer Sunriver Brewing Company is coming to town. We look forward to joining the growing community of south Redmond with the opening of our upcoming Redmond Pub in the Westmount building on Canal Street across from Ridgeview High School. The new pub will feature a contemporary beer hall layout with a…
OSU-Cascades Announces New Child Care Center
A new child care center is currently under construction on the Oregon State University-Cascades campus, the college announced this week. The Little Kits Early Care and Education Center will serve infant children through preschool and is anticipated to open in August. The 7,200 square-foot building, on the southwest corner of the OSU–Cascades campus, will include classrooms…
LISTEN: Grand Craft Bend, Trever Hawman 🎧
We sit down with Trever Hawman, owner/brewer of Bridge 99 Brewery in northeast Bend’s “Brewers District” to discuss Bridge 99 Taproom’s recent 10-year anniversary and how the taplist has evolved over the past decade including how and why nearly every beer is now gluten free. (But you can’t taste the difference!) And why there’s a…
A Diversity of Desert Reptiles
Oregon is home to more than two dozen species of lizards and snakes — many found in our high desert. These reptiles range from legless to four-legged with five toes. Most lay eggs, yet some give birth to live young. Some eat insects and small animals, but others love plants. Many can swim in water,…
Burrito Hooch Heats Up Bend’s Food Scene
Bend’s food scene just got a new addition: Burrito Hooch, a Mexican grill that’s bringing Baja flavors, fresh ingredients and a laid-back, welcoming vibe to town. Located in the former Breakfast Club space on Greenwood Avenue, Burrito Hooch serves up a fun, casual dining experience with a Baja-inspired menu. The restaurant is owned by Chris…
Letters to the Editor 3/13/2025
Guest Opinion: One Common Sense Bill to Protect Bend’s Recreation IndustryIn Central Oregon, outdoor recreation is more than a weekend pastime — it’s a critical driver of our local economy. From guided mountain bike rides in the Deschutes National Forest to fly fishing on the Crooked River, outdoor businesses fuel jobs, support small enterprises and…
Horoscope Week of March 13, 2025
PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): I’m not exactly sure where you are going, Pisces, but I’m certain you are headed in the right direction. Your instincts for self-love are at a peak. Your ability to see your best possible future is lucid and strong. Your commitment to gracefully serving all that gracefully serves you is passionate…
Painting as Performance
An exhibition at Lone Pine Coffee Roasters will feature live painting accompanied by live music, an innovative way to experience art and community. Local artist Eli Be will showcase her craft at the coffee shop alongside performances from a variety of musicians on Friday, March 14, from 5 to 8pm. According to Be, music and…
The Childhood Dream of Becoming an Artist
Katie Daisy describes her work as being led by her inner child — a child who was raised in a 100-year-old farmhouse being lulled to sleep by the sight of fireflies and the sound of coyotes. This nostalgic feeling is at the heart of all her pieces. She is an illustrator, author, muralist, shopkeeper and…
Spring Arts Issue
What’s blossoming in the Central Oregon arts scene? On stages and screens and gallery walls, the Source staff has gathered the season’s arts performances — from theater, dance and opera to classical and jazz concerts — as well as gatherings for authors, artists and cinema buffs. What’s blossoming in the Central Oregon arts scene? Two…
Spring Arts & Culture
Performing Arts COCC Big Band Jazz Group’s Salute to Duke Ellington With 17 musicians currently enrolled in Central Oregon Community College’s performance class, this jazz winter concert will showcase their talents in tribute to Duke, plus the concert will also include the premiere performance of a new big band arrangement by local composer and band…
A Tower-ing Figure
You know the health of a town by the state of its theaters. Opened in 1940, the Tower Theatre was the jewel of downtown Bend from the date of its opening until its closure in 1996. When I moved here in 1999, downtown felt lessened by its boarded-up windows and darkened marquee. After a herculean…
Source Warmup
Mt. Bachelor Offers Weekend Programming for Women Mt. Bachelor announced it will offer multi-day programming this weekend, March 15 and 16, specifically for women and girls, including individuals who identify as cisgender, transgender and nonbinary. The Women’s Progression Sessions offer a chance for women to connect, progress and have fun on the slopes, according to…
Make Every Day Pi Day with Farmhouse Pies
If you’ve ever been to the NorthWest Crossing Saturday Farmers Market, there’s a good chance you’ve seen a blue, vintage canned ham trailer with the word PIE carved in wooden letters. In the spring and summer months, you can get a slice or a full pie here, made with fruit grown by other farmer vendors…
Why Now May Be a Great Time to Negotiate Your Next Home Purchase
If you’re looking to buy a new home in the coming months or later this year, you may be “waiting it out” due to unattractive interest rates and other economic factors that have made life more expensive. However, you may want to rethink the waiting game. Here’s why: Many buyers are playing the waiting game,…
Understanding Intimacy
Dear Dr. Jane, I love my boyfriend but we have problems in the bedroom. We met in college and have lived together since graduation in 2020. We love each other and get along great. The problem is that when we fight, I don’t feel like having sex. Every time this happens, he accuses me of…
Sleepwalking and Making ADM Music with Billy and the Box Kid
It was 15 degrees outside and the night before Valentine’s Day. I was running late and pretty sure I’d already missed band practice. When I opened the door, the members of Billy and the Box Kid were lounging around the living room. Whiskey-filled colored glasses and quarters were stacked in neat towers before them, ready…
Late-Stage Existentialism
I’ve been saying this for a long time and feel no need to refute myself now or at any time in the near future: South Koreans make the best movies in the world. Bear with me while I show my work. In the 1950s and ’60s, we had filmmaking innovators like Han Hyung-mo and his…
Central Oregon Veterans Ranch Announces Leadership Changes
Central Oregon Veterans Ranch, a local nonprofit serving veterans by creating connections and helping them find purpose, announced this month that it has finalized a leadership transition that it hopes will cultivate stability and maintain the organization’s mission. COVR is a 19-acre working ranch that allows veterans a safe space to heal and build camaraderie…
Bridge Crossings Could Ease Traffic Woes, But Wildfire Concerns Should Factor In, Too
About a decade ago, an effort got underway to essentially privilege a few wealthy landowners at the expense of the general public. Limited access to recreation on the west side of Bend has been one of the results. Bend Park and Recreation District, in 2012, proposed in its bond package to build a pedestrian bridge…
Local Officials Remain Engaged on Repeal of Wildfire Maps
Nearly a month ago, discussions around repealing the state’s finalized wildfire hazard map started to gain momentum, with legislators calling for a repeal of the map, citing community frustrations. Today, the state legislature is working to find solutions that balance the need for fire mitigation strategies, while attempting to alleviate concerns from those in “high-hazard”…
