The Environmental Center’s Rethink Waste Project coordinates with an amazing group of volunteer fixers to host Repair Cafés every few months. The goal of these events is to extend the life of our stuff through repair, and build community while we’re at it. You can bring things like jewelry, small appliances and electronics, outdoor gear, […]
Image
Posted inNews
2nd Birthday & 300th Adoption Press Release
Playful Paws Cat Café, Bend’s favorite place to relax with rescue cats, is thrilled to celebrate two paws-itively exciting milestones: its 300th successful cat adoption and its 2nd birthday! Since opening its doors in August 2023, Playful Paws Cat Café has become a cherished Bend staple, offering guests a one-of-a-kind space to relax, recharge, and […]
Posted inBusiness
Volunteer with ONDA
To improve habitat resiliency and ecosystem health, ONDA offers volunteer opportunities across the high desert. Options include hosted group stewardship trips and independent stewardship projects in beautiful and iconic central and eastern Oregon locations. We encourage people of all abilities and backgrounds to participate. New trips and projects are announced twice per year, with opportunities […]
Posted inNews
Governor Kotek Announces Funding Solution to Address Transportation System Crisis
Thursday, August 7th, Governor Tina Kotek unveiled the details of a funding solution to preserve critical transportation and maintenance services for Oregonians, protect the jobs of hundreds of essential workers across the state, and preserve transit services. The proposal would deliver adequate funding for the State Highway Trust Fund in the 2025-27 biennium, while maintaining Oregon’s emergency […]
Posted inLetters to the Editor
Letters to the Editor 08/06/2025
A Letter to Bend City Council and Deschutes County Commissioners I am again writing to demand the immediate removal of the Confederate flag currently displayed on the east side of Highway 97, between the access road to Dirt World (where the dumpsters are currently located) and the highway’s southbound-to-northbound turnaround point. This flag is especially […]
Posted inNews
Source Warmup
Quick news for Central Oregon
Suspect Arrested in Gas Station Stabbing A 36-year-old man from Apple Valley, California, is in custody in connection with a stabbing at a Bend gas station. Bend Police believe the suspect stabbed a man in the arm at the ARCO on South Highway 97 just after 9:30pm on Friday, July 25. Witnesses and responding officers […]
Posted inCulture
Awakening Your Inner Hero
Love Wisdoms From Heaven
We all have love wisdom from heaven. We just have to slow down, breathe slowly, find a quiet place and listen to our tender, wise hearts and souls. We also have to keep learning from others who know more. I rarely know the content of my monthly messages when I sit down to type. Wendy, […]
Posted inFood & Drink
Simón
Esta Bien is sold and rebranded
The restaurant formerly known as Esta Bien on NW Hill Street in Bend has been sold and rebranded as Simón. The new owners are Roberto Cardenas, who’s held leadership roles at La Rosa, Rio, and Fat Tony’s, and Rocio Villalobos, from Rio and Madras Brewing. The two chefs are offering a Latin Fusion concept that […]
Posted inFood & Drink
Pho 88 Brings Vietnamese Comfort Food to the Old Mill
New restaurant offers classics like pho, banh mi and vermicelli bowls in a cozy, familiar space
A new addition to Bend’s Old Mill District is serving up steaming bowls of pho, crunchy banh mi sandwiches and plenty of crispy fried appetizers, all with a welcoming, family-friendly vibe. Pho 88, located in the former Mill Works Pub space, is the newest venture from Alice Nguyen, a seasoned restaurateur who previously managed Mio Sushi […]
Posted inNews
Governor Kotek Signs Bills to Improve and Expand Mental Health, Addiction Care
Bipartisan bills take comprehensive approach to behavioral health prevention and intervention
Today, Governor Tina Kotek hosted an event to commemorate the signing of House Bill 2005, House Bill 2059, House Bill 2024, and House Bill 3321, all bipartisan legislation building on the Governor’s initiatives to improve and expand mental health and addiction care in Oregon. Governor Kotek stated: “Mental health and addiction challenges touch lives and […]
