The City of Redmond plans to let locals vote on whether they want marijuana dispensaries in city limits. On July 9, Redmond City Councilors voted unanimously to present an advisory ballot measure to voters on November 5, seeking input on whether to change the city code to allow for retail marijuana sales in the city. […]
Redmond Voters Set to Weigh In on Local Marijuana Sales
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Reed Crossing Market Offers Local Flavors
The recently opened market in the Reed South Plaza offers a lot more than gas. Reed Crossing Market, which held its grand opening June 26, is aimed at supplying healthful, local items. The space is owned by Dan Healy, who also owns the Expressway Market on Reed Market and 15th. Get salsa from fRED Sauce, […]
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Haven Bagel and Coffee coming soon
Haven Bagel, the small local bakery that’s been available in local grocery stores is branching out. Haven Bagel and Coffee has its sign placed in the Reed South Plaza, a sign that opening day could be around the corner. Haven Bagels, made from all-organic, non-GMO ingredients, are the labor of love of Elijah Meyers and […]
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Psilocybin Therapy, One Year In
One year into the rollout of Oregon’s legal psilocybin program, providers and regulators are starting to get a look at who’s been using the program, and why. In January 2023, Oregon launched its state-regulated psilocybin therapy program through the Oregon Health Authority. Clients began receiving access to the services in May 2023. Delivered through the […]
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A Global Movement Gains Ground in Bend-La Pine Schools
It was the last day of school for most students at Bend La-Pine Schools. While many throughout the district celebrated the summer ahead on June 18, a group of concerned parents and healthcare practitioners gathered at the evening’s school board meeting to challenge administrators to urgently reconsider technology use in schools. “I brought in show […]
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Cork & Barrel’s Annual Wine Event Raises Funds for KIDS Center
Cork & Barrel, renowned for hosting one of Central Oregon’s largest wine events, hosts its 12th annual three-day fundraiser benefiting KIDS Center. This year’s event takes place from July 18-20, with winemaker dinners held at various locations on July 18, and Friday and Saturday’s events held at the Athletic Field at Central Oregon Community College. […]
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Funds to Enhance Water Quality Oregon Senators Jeff Merkley and Ron Wyden announced on July 8 that the U.S. Bureau of reclamation is awarding $299,973 to the Crooked River Water Quality Partnership, in collaboration with the Deschutes River Conservancy. The funding will help develop projects to reduce nutrient pollution in the watershed, enhancing water quality, […]
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On E-Bikes in the Forest, Data Brings Clarity
In recent years, e-bikes have exploded onto the cycling scene. Parents use them to commute with their kids. People with more limited mobility embrace them as a way to get outside on two wheels. And around the country, an increasing number of trail-network managers have begun to allow limited types of them, even on singletrack […]
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Contributing to the 34th Annual Ochoco Butterfly Count
What’s a good way to learn about butterflies? Join a butterfly count sponsored by the North American Butterfly Association. That’s exactly what my wife, Raven, and I did this past month. We volunteered to “help out” on the 34th annual Ochoco Butterfly Count, organized by lepidopterist expert Sue Anderson through the Lane County Butterfly Club. […]
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El incendio McCaffery provocó desalojos y el cierre temporal del aeropuerto de Redmond
El 6 de julio, se desató un incendio cerca del área McCaffery y Sherman Road, al este del aeropuerto de Redmond y al sur de la carretera 126. Los bomberos trabajaron para reforzar la contención pero enfrentaron fuertes desafíos debido a un clima caliente y seco. El lunes, a las 9am, el incendio abarcaba los […]