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 […]
This is 40, circa 2024
Posted inFood & Drink
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 […]
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Savage in Bend: Kesey and Worthy
After taking an ambitious road trip through the United States this summer, I’m excited to return to Central Oregon. The reasons are many, but beer is one of them. When traveling, I like to visit breweries. I often find some special spots, but very few compare to Bend. Not only is the beer better here, […]
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A Push to Solarize Deschutes County
A new campaign making it easier and cheaper for Deschutes County residents to install solar in their homes started in August. The campaign, “Solarize Deschutes,” will offer savings on solar projects, as well as informational workshops and other incentives to help people make the switch to renewable energy. The project was driven by local interest, according […]
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New Study Finds Rolling Stops Safe For Bicyclists
Afirst-of-its-kind study out of Oregon State University finds that bicyclists who treat stop signs as yield signs do not increase the danger for themselves or cars. That’s good news for many in Oregon and Washington, states that have among the highest percentages of bicycle commuters in the country. So-called “rolling stops” have been allowed in […]
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LISTEN: Bend Don’t Break with Lexie Park 🎧
On this episode of Bend Don’t Break, host Aaron Switzer sits down with Lexie Park, the Outreach Coordinator at Locavore, to explore her extensive work in food access and education. With over eight years of experience in the NGO sector, Lexie has worked both domestically and internationally, dedicating herself to addressing food insecurity and promoting […]
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Partners In Care Invites Community to 45th Anniversary Celebration
Partners In Care is hosting a community celebration September 5 to recognize its 45 years of service as Central Oregon’s leading and oldest nonprofit hospice, home health, and palliative care provider. The anniversary party, “Throwing it back to 1979,” celebrates 45 years of hospice care as an organization, as well as 20 years of the […]
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Heaven Can Wait celebrates 25 years of raising funds for breast cancer
Community members are invited to take part in the 25th annual Heaven Can Wait 5K fundraiser to support breast cancer in Central Oregon. Registration is open now for the event set Sunday, Oct. 6 at 10 a.m. at Redmond High School. Over the years, this family-friendly walk/run has raised hundreds of thousands for Sara’s Project, […]
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Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Oregon Awarded $285,000 Grant from the Marie Lamfrom Foundation
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Oregon, a program of J Bar J Youth Services, is proud to announce that they have been awarded a generous $285,000 grant from the Marie Lamfrom Foundation. This substantial funding will enable the organization to provide crucial mentorship and support to over 225 children each year for the next […]
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Heart of Oregon Corps Hosts Successful Job Fair, Connecting Local Youth to Local Employers
Heart of Oregon Corps, a leading non-profit organization dedicated to empowering and supporting youth and young adults in Central Oregon, proudly announces the successful completion of its annual Job Fair, held on Thursday August 15th. The event brought together Heart of Oregon participants and local businesses, creating a vibrant space for connections and opportunities. Held […]