A three-day weekend filled with craft beer, fresh mountain air and a cozy lodge in the winter — few things capture the essence of Central Oregon quite like that. Beer lovers and outdoor enthusiasts alike can head to The Suttle Lodge for a weekend of brews, live music and community when the lodge’s fifth annual […]
Sip, Savor and Celebrate at The Suttle Lodge’s Winter Beer Fest
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In Bend, Shepherd’s House Provides Home and Care for Man Battling Terminal Illness
Sam Adams begins each morning the same way. He rolls out of bed and walks over to the west-facing window in his Rainbow Motel studio. He parts the curtains and then raises the blinds to let the light in. Then, he tilts his head and eyes up toward the sky. “And I say, ‘Good morning, […]
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Rep. Christine Drazan Wants Investigation of FTX Contribution That Helped Defeat Her in 2022
An attorney representing House Minority Leader Christine Drazan (R-Canby) has asked state officials to revisit a large, controversial 2022 campaign contribution to the Democratic Party of Oregon. The issue is a $500,000 contribution that, as The Oregonian first reported, was initially improperly attributed. Oregon law requires that political contributions accurately identify the donor. The failure […]
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Lawmakers Review Benefits and Risks of Financial Tool for Cash-Strapped Workers
There’s plenty of evidence that many Oregonians live paycheck to paycheck — 45% of households do, according to a 2024 survey. And more than 145,000 Oregon workers, according to industry sources, have taken advantage of a relatively new — and currently, in Oregon, unregulated — tool called “earned wage access,” or in the parlance of […]
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Olney Ave Intersection Closure Causes Traffic Delays
On Feb. 3, the City of Bend closed the intersection of Olney Avenue and Wall Street for construction, causing lengthy traffic delays along nearby roadways. Since the closure, residents have reported long traffic delays along detour routes on Newport and Greenwood Avenues. The City planned the Olney Avenue Pedestrian and Bicycle Improvement project in order […]
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Kiefer Magical Legacy Fund Managed by Rimrock Trails Announces the 2025 Kiefer Leutschaft Memorial Scholarships Offering $1,000 Scholarship Opportunity to Seniors at Redmond and Crook County High Schools
A $1,000 scholarship opportunity is available to seniors from Redmond and Crook County High Schools who are interested in pursuing higher education in psychology, behavioral health, addiction studies, psychiatry, social work, and related fields. Students are encouraged to apply for this scholarship. The top student applicants from both Redmond and Crook County High School will be […]
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Deschutes River Conservancy and Upper Deschutes Watershed Council Announce Move to New Office Space in the Old Mill District
The Deschutes River Conservancy (DRC) and Upper Deschutes Watershed Council (UDWC) are excited to announce their move to a new office along the Deschutes River in Bend’s Old Mill District. After nearly 30 years of dedicated work to protect and restore the Deschutes Basin, this move marks the beginning of an exciting new chapter for […]
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Warby Parker set to open in the Old Mill District this year
National eyewear retailer Warby Parker is headed to Bend’s Old Mill District later this year. A mission-driven retailer that specializes in affordable, accessible, and stylish eyewear, Warby Parker will move into 1,800 square feet of space in the heart of the Old Mill District, directly adjacent to J.Jill at 520 SW Powerhouse Drive, Suite 606. […]
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RendezVan Returns to Mt. Bachelor
The RendezVan festival returns to Mt. Bachelor for year five April 17–20, inviting locals and visitors alike to celebrate spring shredding, live music, and van-life culture in the heart of the resort’s West Village base area. 3-Day Camping Passes go on sale tomorrow (February 5) at noon and can be purchased online at www.rendezvan.com. There […]
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Central Oregon Locavore Non-Profit is Making Local Happen for All Central Oregonians
Central Oregon Locavore Non-Profit’s indoor farmers’ market serves a community that shares a common interest—to enjoy healthy, locally produced foods. Locavore believes that everyone, regardless of income, should have access to healthy, nutrient-dense foods. We offer three programs to ensure this access, reducing food insecurity and subsequent poor health outcomes in our region. Locavore offers […]