CASA of Central Oregon invites the community to an unforgettable evening at its annual Casablanca: A Masquerade Gala on Saturday, May 16, 2026, from 5 to 9 p.m. at the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Central Oregon in Bend. This signature fundraising event raises critical funds to support advocacy for children in foster care in Central […]
CASA of Central Oregon to Host Annual Casablanca Gala on May 16
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Outdoor Debris Burning Closes at End of April for Bend Area
Bend Fire & Rescue, in conjunction with the Central Oregon Fire Chiefs Association, announce that outdoor debris burning will close at the end of April for the Bend area. Outdoor debris burning will be open as conditions allow in the rural areas surrounding Bend until midnight on Thursday, April 30. Debris burning is not allowed […]
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Highlighting ALS: Central Oregon Walk Brings Community Together on April 26
ALS Northwest is hosting its annual Central Oregon walk fundraiser at Riverbend Park on Sunday, April 26. At this accessible event, participants will get the chance to walk or roll along a 1.47 mile loop route while raising money to support local services for people living with ALS throughout Central Oregon. As the community gathers […]
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Bend Block Party Moves to June 27 in the Bend Central District
Organizers of the Bend Block Party have announced a date change for the inaugural event. Originally scheduled for July, the festival will now take place Saturday, June 27, 2026, from 11am to 9pm in the Bend Central District due to street construction planned for the previous date.The Bend Block Party is a new, one-day arts festival designed […]
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High Desert Food & Farm Alliance Invites Community to Celebrate Launch of New Taste Central Oregon Campaign
The High Desert Food & Farm Alliance (HDFFA) invites the Central Oregon community to celebrate the launch of “Where Flavor Is Central to the Heart,” a regional campaign highlighting the farmers, ranchers, chefs, and food businesses shaping the region’s unique high-desert food culture. “This campaign represents an exciting opportunity to shine a well-deserved spotlight on […]
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Informational Online Open House for Aune Safety and Connectivity Project
Community members are invited to participate in the second open house for the Aune Safety and Connectivity Project. This informational open house will be held online only and will be open for three weeks, from now to May 4, 2026, for public input. The online open house can be accessed at bendoregon.gov/aune. The open house includes a summary of what we […]
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Gravel Cycling Website Dirty Freehub Goes Analog
In today’s hyper online world, a website begetting a book — and a series of them, no less — might read like putting the cart before the horse. Yet, delightfully, the popularity of Dirty Freehub — the result of a married duo’s passion for route scouting, mapping and storytelling — has inspired this retro-tech arc. […]
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What Paula Poundstone Loves About Comedy
When Paula Poundstone called in for her interview with the Source, she said she was feeding her cat Larry who was on a weight-loss journey. She says the moments she spends with him are some of the more serene moments in her busy life. In less than a month, she will be on tour with a stop in Central Oregon. Poundstone will be performing […]
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LISTEN: Bend Into Balance: Dr. Matthew Ingrassia🎧
In this episode of Bend Into Balance, host Adriana Mariño sits down with Dr. Matthew Ingrassia, an internal medicine physician and owner of a private primary care practice in Bend. Dr. Ingrassia shares his journey from hospital medicine to building a patient centered practice rooted in prevention, connection, and whole person care. Together, they explore […]
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LISTEN: Bend Don’t Break, Jason Stein🎧
In this episode of Bend Don’t Break, Aaron Switzer sits down with Jason Stein, Executive Director of Opera Bend, to talk about building and sustaining an opera company in Central Oregon. Jason shares his journey from studying acting in New York City and performing on major stages to putting down roots in Bend and helping […]