As we move into the heart of the spring real estate season here in Bend—with sunny days, river floats, and concerts just around the corner—many homeowners start asking the same question: What actually makes a difference when it comes to preparing a home for sale? The good news — boosting your home’s appeal doesn’t always […]
DIY Projects That Actually Pay Off
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Free Will Astrology, Week of April 30
TAURUS (April 20-May 20): May is Free Thinking Month for you Tauruses. It’s also Free Feeling, Free Wheeling, and Free Healing Month. Wow! To observe this festive grace period, indulge in any of the following jubilant acts: 1. Declare your independence from anyone who tries to tell you how you should live your life or […]
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The Summer Season Kicks Off with Big Acts & Baseball
Concerts & comedians take the stage The first show of the season kicks off at Hayden Homes Amphitheater on Saturday, May 16, with comedian John Mulaney and special guests Fred Armisen and Mike Birbiglia. So far, nearly 50 different headliners are scheduled into October, some of them performing multiple nights. Six of the performers are […]
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Bend Is Ripe For a New Indoor Venue. It’s Unclear How That Will Look.
A game-winning slapshot sends a sold-out crowd into a frenzy. A dramatic performance captures an audience at the theater. A band’s rocking encore leaves fans wanting more. Building new indoor venues to facilitate these types of events has been on the minds of visionaries in Bend for years, especially as the City’s growth has exploded. Now, a new effort exploring a multi-use indoor venue has public backing from the City and its tourism agency, Visit […]
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Aaron Foster Brings Mostly Jokes to Bend
“There’s nothing better than performing live.” Despite being an introvert, that’s what Aaron Foster, comedian, actor and film director, says about the stage. In this Q&A, he jokes about mental health, oftentimes his own, and talks about what Bendites can expect for his upcoming show April 30. The Source: What does a typical day look like for you? Aaron Foster: Getting up walking my dogs, […]
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Empty Managed Camp = Debacle
If there’s a case to be made for expanding the capacity of the Deschutes County Board of County Commissioners, look no further than the situation currently unfolding at the managed camp recently built by the County and the City of Redmond near the fairgrounds. After some waffling, the City and the County finally agreed to […]
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Sisters Coffee Co. Continues Expanding
Sisters Coffee Company has opened its newest location at the Jackstraw residential complex off SW Industrial Way. The bright, cheerful spot has a variety of seating options with a wall of windows along the front, part of which can open up like a garage door in warmer months, looking out at the Box Factory. The […]
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LISTEN: The Lunchbucket Podcast, Robert 🎧
This episode features Robert who volunteers with hospice and leads a prison meditation group. This inspiring human has contributed a lifetime of service to humankind in Central Oregon. Hear all about his work and find out what his favorite lunch consists of in this uplifting conversation. Love, Gail & Donna LISTEN NOW:
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Central Oregonians to Turn Out for Day Without Immigrant Actions
Central Oregon residents will gather to commemorate International Worker’s Day with a massive teach-in, march, and protest to declare solidarity with all immigrant and working-class neighbors. Local organizers will train community members in documenting human rights violations, gather resources for ongoing mutual aid projects, and build power towards a world where all can live with […]
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Deschutes County Fair & Rodeo Announces Tyler Hubbard Live at the Fair
The Deschutes County Fair & Rodeo is proud to welcome Tyler Hubbard as part of the Kendall Toyota of Bend Free Summer Concert Series. Taking the stage on Thursday, July 30, 2026, Hubbard brings another night of high-energy country music to a full week of summer fun and unforgettable fair experiences right here in Central Oregon. […]