Iโve always held a strong belief that my two dogs and cat have unique personalities, but after reading all the entries for the pet contest, I must acquiesce that other peopleโs fur-babies โ and even feathered ones โ are just as special. The paddleboarding cat on the cover seems remarkable as does the chicken that […]
Central Oregon Pets 2026
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New Community of Affordable Housing Slated for Prinevilleย ย
RootedHomes,ย a local nonprofit that develops homes for the local workforce,ย prepares to expandย a new 24-home community of affordable housing in the Iron Horse neighborhood in Prineville. The projectย is estimated to cost $19.5 million.ย ย โHome buyers tell us they feel more stableโฆ They are actually able to put roots down in their community,โ Executive Director Eliza Wilson says of […]
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Oregon Department of Forestry Scores Futuristic Wildfire Detection Airplane
The Oregon Department of Forestry will be stationing a new, multi-mission airplane, equipped with technology out of a sci-fi movie, in Prineville โ just in time for fire season. The Twin Otter, which some appreciators refer to as a โTwotter,โ will relieve ODFโs Partenavia P.68 Observer airplane, which will be retired after more than three […]
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LISTEN: Bend Into Balance: Petit Pinson ๐ง
In this episode of Bend Into Balance, host Adriana Mariรฑo sits down with Petit Pinsonโa yoga instructor, movement guide, rhythm enthusiast, and human potentialist who has called Bend home for 15 years. Petit shares her winding path through oceans, mountains, and six continents, and how her life of adventure, devotion to movement, and deep curiosity […]
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LISTEN: Bend Don’t Break, Selin Sevincฬง ๐ง
In this episode of Bend Donโt Break, Aaron Switzer sits down with Selin Sevinรง, Managing Director of Programming and Artistic Vision at Bend Film Festival, to explore her journey from Istanbul to Bend and her lifelong devotion to storytelling. Selin shares how she moved through the film world as a critic, screenwriter, and festival juror […]
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2026 Pet Photo Contest Winners
We received overย 400 amazing entries, each one full of personality, charm, and heart. From playful pups and cuddly cats to the most unique and lovable companions, this yearโs contest was full of them all. Click here to see the winners!
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Understanding MDMA’s Gifts and Challenges
Q: I’ve enjoyed MDMA recreationally several times with friends – the euphoria and deep connection to music, environment, and community feels profound. However, I consistently experience blues and low energy in the days following. Can you help me understand why this happens and how to minimize it? I’m also curious about MDMA’s therapeutic potential – […]
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Oiling the Cogs of the Housing Industry
Amid an ongoing housing crisis, homebuilders, first-time homebuyers and the building appraisal industry are on their way to earning big wins not just in Oregon, but throughout the country. Two bills, either authored or co-authored by U.S. Rep. Janelle Bynum (OR-05), are aimed at building more houses, decreasing housing costs and speeding up the licensing […]
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Embracing Whatโs Real & Important in Life
Cinematographer Greg Balkin made a short film in 2023 that so inspired him heโs organizing an event to raise money for the American Cancer Society. The 24-minute film, “The Life We Have,โ which was shown during last yearโs BendFilm Festival, follows Rob Shaver of San Antonio, Texas, for more than a year. After being diagnosed […]
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New Mexican Restaurant
A new Mexican restaurant has opened in northeast Bend. Daniโs Taco Shop has a robust menu starting with breakfast plates and burritos with eggs, potatoes, cheese and vegetarian and meat options such as beef, ham and chorizo. Other menu items include a variety of tortas, tacos, soups and more. The menu is vast and thereโs […]