The news that broke this week about the possible sale of Mt. Bachelor sent an avalanche of speculation barreling down on Bend. Could Mt. Bachelor once again be a locals’ mountain, owned by locals? The simultaneous news that one of the other resorts owned by POWDR, Killington Ski Resort in Vermont, was purchased by a […]
Is Local Control for Mt. Bachelor Even a Remote Possibility?
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Bend to Update Vehicle Sheltering Rules
The City of Bend is looking to update its rules on sheltering in vehicles, recommending changes that could create some heightened restrictions. At an Aug. 21 meeting, city councilors discussed a number of recommended rule changes aimed at more clearly enforcing issues with people congregating in areas around the city. The current rules for sheltering […]
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Ramenology
Who among us does not have a trick or two up their sleeve for when they make instant ramen? A vegetable or egg in the pot, your special sauce or powder, and if you’ve got some game perhaps a garnish on top. All good. Congratulations. But there are levels to this soup. My breakthrough happened […]
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Letters to the Editor 08/29/2024
RE: Jen Sorensen cartoon, 8/22 I am responding to your comics of Donald Trump. I read the Source quite often and get a lot of information out of it. I am a Trump voter and read your comics and kinda laugh at all the things you come up with. I’ve listened to that stuff you […]
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Horoscope Week of August 29, 2024
VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): When an infant giraffe leaves its mother’s womb, it falls six feet to the ground. I suspect that when you are reborn sometime soon, Virgo, a milder and more genial jolt will occur. It may even be quite rousing and inspirational—not rudely bumpy at all. By the way, the plunge of […]
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The Cider Janes: Uniting in Harmony and Friendship
The Cider Janes, a Portland-based musical trio consisting of Naomi Morton, Heather Schrock and Aliyih Bristol, is known for their harmonies, covers and warm inviting performances. As the band prepares for its upcoming Central Oregon tour over Labor Day Weekend, its members shared insights on the band’s formation, their evolving sound and the joy of […]
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Central Oregon Gears Up for Annual Heroes on the Run 5K
This September, Central Oregon’s vibrant dog-loving community will come together for a day of fun and fundraising as Street Dog Hero hosts its 5th Annual Heroes on the Run 5K Fun Run at The Athletic Club of Bend. The event, set for Sept. 8, is a celebration of community, movement and the shared love for […]
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At Fire Basecamp
In a Land Birthed By Fire The final installment of our three-part series exploring how Central Oregon can safely live with fire. A lightning storm on July 22 lit up the sky over Ochoco National Forest about 5 miles north of Paulina, Oregon. The resulting strikes set off a fire that would eventually grow to nearly […]
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This is 40, circa 2024
PBS is in my top five television stations. My best friend is my mother. I finally understand that there is magic everywhere, especially on a memory foam mattress with three accompanying pillows. This is 40. The good news (thank you, print newspapers) is that I shared turning middle age in 2023 with the company of […]
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Latin Cuisine with Soul
The thing about the Bend restaurant scene is that people opening new spots tend to see what works, and then they do something similar. A lot of safe bets. That’s why Central Oregon has so many breweries, pizza places and Mexican food restaurants. The cynic might say that we have enough of those types of […]