Think Wild is Central Oregon’s nonprofit wildlife hospital and conservation center, caring for sick, injured and orphaned native wildlife while educating the public about coexistence and stewardship. Since opening for animal care in 2020, Think Wild has grown in staffing, services and the number of wildlife helped directly at its hospital. The spring and summer […]
The Journey Back to the Wild
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California Honeydrops
“You’re talking ancient history here, man,” laughed Lech Wierzynski, responding to a question during a late-June interview about the year he moved out to the Bay Area after studying ethnomusicology at Oberlin College in Ohio. Ancient history by his definition is 20 or so years, but it’s easy to understand why things might be a […]
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The Astounding Jim Schmit & His Fantastic Museum
Walking down the main strip in Sisters, an extremely rare car sits noticeably parked in front of a little spot known as the Fantastic Museum. A Doval Shadow, rumor has it that only 20 of the vehicles were ever made. But as rare as that car may be, it’s nothing compared to the man who […]
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Dank Drinks: Is Ganja You Glug Any Good?
For many people, smoking or vaping cannabis are their primary methods of getting high, followed by scarfing an edible. (Or, if you are me, both at the same time. #dontjudgeme) But there is a growing number turning to hemp-derived, THC-infused beverages. And recent moves within the industry mean you may start seeing these drinks in […]
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Free Will Astrology Week of Oct. 30
SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): In the late 18th century, Balloonomania came to Paris. Large crowds gathered to watch inventors and impresarios send hot air balloons into the sky. Spectators were astonished, fearful, and filled with wonder. Some wept, and some fainted. I suspect you’re due for your own exhilarating lift-off, Scorpio — a surge of […]
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Great Clips Celebrates Opening of New Salon in Bend
Members of the Bend area community will now have another option for great haircuts at a convenient place and time with the opening of a new Great Clips salon on Saturday, November 8. The all-new salon will be the second in Bend with the address of 20789 NW Henry Ave., Suite 150 and it will […]
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City Home Expanding in Old Mill District
Bend just can’t get enough of City Home. The Portland-based retailer known for its eclectic vintage-inspired home furnishings, decor, and accessories is set to open a seasonal pop-up location in the Old Mill District between lululemon and Will Leather Goods. The approximately 900-square-foot space will sit less than 25 yards away from City Home’s 4,400-square-foot […]
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100+ Women Who Care of Central Oregon Donated $16,550 to CASA
100+ Women Who Care of Central Oregon has come together once again to make a difference—this time donating $16,550 to Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) of Central Oregon. This incredible contribution will directly support CASA’s mission to recruit, train, and empower volunteer advocates who stand up for children in foster care and the court system. “We […]
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Habitat for Humanity Accepting Applications for New Homes in Bend
Bend-Redmond Habitat for Humanity is now accepting applications for homeownership opportunities at Bear Creek Village, a new community located across from Bear Creek Elementary, in the heart of Midtown Bend. Bear Creek Village is Habitat’s newest neighborhood development in Bend, expanding access to affordable homeownership for Central Oregonians who are priced out of the market. The community […]
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Think Wild Wild Chili Cook-Off Nov. 8
Think Wild, Central Oregon’s nonprofit wildlife hospital and conservation center, is thrilled to announce the return of the Get Wild Chili Cook-Off, a delicious, family-friendly fundraising event celebrating delicious food, community connections, and wildlife conservation. Join us on Saturday, November 8, 2025, from 4:00 to 8:00 pm at the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Central Oregon […]