Deschutes County government is embarrassing itself. Earlier this month, the Deschutes County Board of County Commissioners voted 2-1 to put a map, dividing the county into five districts, before voters. In a subsequent 2-1 vote the Board voted to put that map before voters in November. The Commission could have gotten this painful map process […]
A County Map in Search of a Problem
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New County Fair and Expo Director Is ‘Looking Forward’ to Being Back in Oregon
When first reached by the Source for a phone interview, newly hired Deschutes County Fair and Expo Director Jeff Curtis was in the process of having his car shipped from Alaska down to the lower 48. Once he and his vehicle arrive, plenty more logistics will be waiting for Curtis in Central Oregon. Curtis has […]
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Dear Mom Cafe Wins at Third Annual High Desert Food & Farm Alliance SOUPer Bowl Event
High Desert Food & Farm Alliance hosted its third annual SOUPer Bowl event on Saturday, February 7. Dear Mom Cafe earned the top prize for the second time, this year for their Khao Soi, a Northern Thai curry noodle soup known for its rich, aromatic coconut curry broth. They were selected as the overall winner […]
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Professional Peter Pan Star Returns to the Stage at Tower Theatre
A professional performer with deep roots in one of Peter Pan’s most iconic touring productions is returning to the role in a historic local event. Peter Pan theMusical, presented by Thoroughly Modern Productions, will run February 21through March 1 at the Tower Theatre, marking the first time professional theatricalflight has ever been used at this […]
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City Club of Central Oregon to Host Forum on the Significance of Aviation in Central Oregon
City Club of Central Oregon will host an upcoming forum exploring the role of aviation in Central Oregon and the opportunities and challenges shaping its future. The forum will bring together aviation experts, community leaders, and regional stakeholders to discuss how aviation supports the local economy, emergency services, connectivity, and growth – while also addressing […]
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The Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office Completes Accreditation Process
The Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office has successfully completed its accreditation process through the Northwest Accreditation Alliance (NWAA), reaffirming its commitment to maintaining the highest standards in law enforcement operations and public safety. Accreditation is a continuous process conducted every three years to ensure law enforcement agencies remain compliant with more than 100 professional standards. These […]
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Deschutes County Seeks Planning Commission Member From Redmond/Terrebonne Area
Deschutes County invites residents in the Redmond/Terrebonne community to apply for a position on the County’s Planning Commission. Applications will be accepted until Wednesday, March 5, at 4 p.m. The Planning Commission reviews land use policies and zoning regulations, making recommendations to the Deschutes County Board of Commissioners. Members form the official citizen involvement committee on land use […]
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CamPAH! Returns Feb. 14-15
Oregon Adaptive Sports (OAS) will host CamPAH!, a deaf-centric adaptive snowsports camp for Deaf and Hard of Hearing youth, on February 14–15. Traditionally held at Hoodoo Ski Area over President’s Day weekend, CamPAH! will take place at Mt. Bachelor this season due to low snow conditions. CamPAH! serves Deaf and Hard of Hearing youth athletes ages 10–19 […]
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America 250 Oregon Commission Invites Public Input on National America250 Time Capsule
On July 4, 2026, America250 will bury the Semiquincentennial Time Capsule within Independence National Historical Park in Philadelphia. The stainless-steel cylinder, designed by the National Institute of Standards and Technology, is designed to safely store commemorative objects for 250 years until the capsule’s opening on July 4, 2275. Each state has been asked to contribute […]
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Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs Awarded $1 Million for Tribal Housing Solar and Battery Storage
Warm Springs Power and Water Enterprises (WSPWE) and Warm Springs Housing Authority (WSHA) were awarded $1 million to bring high-performance solar and battery energy storage systems to three locations on the Warm Springs Reservation, advancing the Tribes’ priorities of energy sovereignty, equity, affordability, and resilience. The grant was awarded by the Oregon Department of Energy’s […]