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Pedestrian Avenue

A proposal from Downtown Bend Business Association could change Minnesota Avenue into a walkable plaza
Avatar photo by Jack Harvel

The 300-foot-long stretch of Minnesota Avenue between Bond and Wall Street is host to about a dozen businesses at the center of Bend’s historic downtown. A proposal could transform it from a through street to a walkable community gathering space. The Downtown Bend Business Association was commissioned by the City to create plans for the […]

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BCD zoning changes were needed. But affordable housing should still be the priority

The Bend Central District, has long been heralded as the area holding the most promise for redevelopment, and for adding more housing and commercial space close to the center of town
The Source Staff

The area just east of Bend’s downtown, dubbed the Bend Central District, has long been heralded as the area holding the most promise for redevelopment, and for adding more housing and commercial space close to the center of town. But in the few years since the City of Bend adopted special development standards for that […]

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Getting Feet on the Street

Aimed at an increase in downtown foot traffic, Redmond’s First Fridays are officially underway
Avatar photo Cayla Clark

Redmond’s very own First Fridays are officially underway, with many shops in the heart of downtown extending their hours and offering up fun treats and discounts for locals and visitors alike on the first Friday of each month, from June through December. Although the event is still new (Redmond is currently gearing up for its […]

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Colorado Kind

A Mile-High cannabis experience
Josh Jardine

I just returned from Colorado, where I explored a very small portion of the Denver cannabis scene. My schedule and reimbursable budget didn’t permit sampling dozens of products, so in no way should my experience serve as a comprehensive picture of what’s available. The next trip will focus more on small-batch craft cannabis, but I now […]

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Yikes! That Downtown Parking…

If your car’s going to block other people from driving, maybe don’t park there
Chris Miller

People driving in downtown Bend nearly any time of the year have to face cars or trucks that don’t quite fit into the parking stall. When the snow comes down heavy—like it has this week—cars that don’t fit into the slots create a bigger hazard. The City of Bend encourages people to park in the […]

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Parking Updates Go Into Effect

Parking managers will now monitor spaces til 7 pm
Avatar photo Isaac Biehl

The City of Bend, Downtown Bend Business Association and the Downtown Parking Advisory Committee have announced some changes to various parking rates and regulations that officially started January 1. Not everyone is excited about the changes. In June 2017, the Bend City Council voted to accept the recommended strategies from the Downtown Strategic Parking Management […]

Posted inFood & Drink

Bend Farmers Market Opening Day

Fresh veggies, bread and other yummy stuff, in video form
Toby Nolan

Fresh flowers and veggies, o my! Plus a lot of other fun stuff. Source contributor Toby Nolan shot this short video from opening day of the downtown Bend Farmers Market May 2.  Check Nolan out on Instagram at @oregononthefly and @branchandbarreldesigns, or email him at tobysnolan@gmail.com.

Posted inMusic

Let it Rip

Reverend Horton Heat continues to bring high-energy, modern rockabilly to the stage
Anne Pick

When it comes to modern rockabilly music, one name stands above the rest. The Reverend Horton Heat, a stage name Jim Heath adopted back in 1985, blends elements of rockabilly, punk, country and big band to create the group’s classic sound. Fans of that old-time, ’50s sound have a friend in “The Reverend,” as he’s […]

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Social Commentary with a Groove

The Lique takes their Las Vegas-based hip-hop-meets-jazz sound on the road to not only get minds thinking, but to get bodies moving
Anne Pick

If you haven’t heard of The Lique (pronounced The Leak), let me be the first to introduce you to your new favorite band. Based in Las Vegas, The Lique combines the talents of former University of Las Vegas jazz musicians and emcee Rasar Amani. From politically charged songs to anthems about Batman, there’s a lot […]

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