Current representative for House District 53, Democrat Emerson Levy, will face off against Republican Keri Lopez, the current director of the Redmond School Board, for the Oregon House seat in the November election. Lopez, who’s running on the premise of adding balance to the legislature, leaned on her expertise from the Redmond School Board for […]
In Oregon House 53 Race, Redmond School Board Director Keri Lopez Challenges Incumbent Emerson Levy ▶ [With Video]
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Cuppa Yo Opens in Prineville
A frozen yogurt shop with locations on Bend’s east and west sides, along with locations in La Pine and Redmond, has added another Central Oregon locale to its lineup: Prineville. The Cuppa Yo in Prineville opened last month and held a grand opening on Sept. 28. Like the other locations, Cuppa Yo lets visitors dish up […]
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A Chicken Collab at Worthy’s Downtown Location
As of Oct. 1, Wonderland Chicken has moved its Bend operations to Worthy Brewing’s downtown location. Wonderland operates a food truck in Sunriver and most recently had its Bend truck parked at Bunk + Brew. It partnered with Worthy to bring its signature Nashville Hot Chicken sandwich, house-made mac and cheese, fried pickles and other […]
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Letters to the Editor 10/03/2024
RE: “On the Outskirts,” Feature 9/19 Just read the “On the Outskirts” article … nicely written and sadly showing that what we have dealing with this continually growing problem is a handful of politicians (or wannabes) with no valuable first-hand real-world leadership experience whose primary goal is re-election or getting elected. Doesn’t that read like […]
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Horoscope Week of October 3, 2024
LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): On those infrequent occasions when I buy a new gadget, I never read the instructions. I drop the booklet in the recycling bin immediately, despite the fact that I may not know all the fine points of using my new vacuum cleaner, air purifier, or hairdryer. Research reveals that I am […]
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Songs of Growth and Heartache: Jade Bird on Love, Loss and Music
Jade Bird’s musical journey began early, writing songs at just eight years old. Drawing on folk, Americana and country influences, the British singer/songwriter has carved a niche for herself with raw, emotionally charged lyrics. Her latest EP, “Burn the Hard Drive,” delves into personal heartache, reflecting on loss and growth. In this Q&A, Bird opens […]
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Interactive Creativity Comes Alive at Bend Fall Festival’s Art in Action Avenue
As the crisp air rolls into Bend, downtown transforms into a vibrant celebration of art, music and community at the annual Bend Fall Festival. Picture yourself wandering through downtown with a pumpkin spice latte in hand, browsing art displays, enjoying live music and sampling local food and drinks. From family-friendly activities to creative installations, the […]
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New Oregon program pays parents to care for kids with intensive medical, behavioral needs — but few can access it
Calli Ross’s son Tennyson was assigned a number this summer. It’s 136. So was Paige Hall’s son James. He’s 156. And Shasta Kearns Moore’s son Malachi is 1,151. The numbers, which top out at 1,349, mark the spot that each boy occupies on the waitlist to qualify for a new Medicaid program in Oregon: the […]
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In Conversation with Author Donna Barba Higuera
The day Donna Barba Higuera won the John Newbery Medal for most distinguished American children’s book, she had no idea that the award was coming. “The moment they said it, I was speechless and so emotional. I had to calm down after the call. It was one of those experiences where you know from then […]
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Comfort. Food.
The perfect dish. Not a dish that is flawlessly constructed or stunningly plated (although that can be part of it), but the meal that your mind instantly goes to when you decide you don’t wanna cook dinner and need your favorite comfort meal. In that moment, nothing else will do. Someone else might not care […]