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Letters to the Editor: May 2- May 8

Readers react to 31% increase in homelessness in C.O and more
The Source Staff

Bend-La Pine School Board Bond May 16 A characteristic that defines a high-quality community is its support for its public schools and the Bend La Pine Schools has enjoyed tremendous backing. Our community continually sends the message that we care about the quality of education for our young people and the environment in which they […]

Posted inFood & Drink

A Day in Hell (or Eugene)

Hellshire Day kicks off Oregon’s busy beerfest season
Kevin Gifford

Warmer weather is finally here, and with it comes the irresistible desire to go out, purchase some wooden tokens, and try every beer in the universe, four ounces at a time. Most of the big beer festivals around Oregon have announced their 2017 plans by now. Central Oregon Beer Week begins two Fridays from now […]

Posted inCulture

Book Talk: Mountain Bike Bend

Bend cyclist and writer releases book
Avatar photo Nicole Vulcan

Bend cyclist and writer Katy Bryce’s new guidebook, “Mountain Bike Bend,” came out early this year. We sat down with the author to talk shop. Source Weekly: What’s unique about Bend’s trails? Katy Bryce: It’s very accessible, and very family friendly. Our trails are fairly mellow when you compare it to Tahoe or Moab that […]

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Women Activists of C.O

Stories from the seasoned and emerging female activists in Central Oregon
Nicole Vulcan, Magdalena Bokowa and Anne Pick

Beverly Clarno Oregon’s first female Republican Speaker of the House and (retired) 20-year politician ” But I do believe the men who believe women should be in the kitchen baking cookies are now in the minority.” “I went into politics essentially after seeing the needless and ridiculous restrictions and limitations I saw government put on […]

Posted inOutside

Tough Contender

Pole Pedal Paddle race tips from longtime competitor Lauri Powers
Avatar photo K.M. Collins

Smiling uncontrollably at Riverbend Park, the paddle leg put-in for the U.S. Bank Pole Pedal Paddle, Lauri Powers lays out her hand-crafted clay chalices. Only the top three finishers in each class of the multi-sport race earn a chalice, but unlike some winners, Powers says: “My mugs aren’t displayed, they are my daily drinkers.” Powers, […]

Posted inCulture

Picks May 4-10

Paddlefest, Cinco de Mayo, Son Volt and more
The Source Staff

Tour des Chutes Registration Kickoff Thursday 4 PARTY — For 13 years, Tour des Chutes has been one of Central Oregon’s most beloved charity races. The bike section is for cyclists of any experience level as participants can ride anywhere between 7-100 miles. The kickoff party provides snack, drinks and raffles with all registrants getting […]

Posted inCulture

Start Looking at ‘Tomorrow’

It’s only a day away
Avatar photo Jared Rasic

At the beginning of “Tomorrow,” a new environmental documentary by French filmmakers Mélanie Laurent and Cyril Dion, the message seems incredibly alarmist. The filmmakers bring in a pair of scientists who say that we have 20 years to start turning things around when it comes to climate change or else the world will face another […]

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Shoot ‘Em Up

Fire fight aims low
Avatar photo Jared Rasic

After “Pulp Fiction” came out in 1994, action films were basically reinvented for years to come. As soon as Quentin Tarantino unleashed his masterpiece, filmmakers attempted to capture that same lightning in a bottle by making movies combining sudden violence with characters spouting pop-culture heavy dialogue over hyper-stylized imagery. Films including “Things to do in […]

Posted inNews

Topical Treat

Don’t expect to get high, but topicals can be beneficial medicinals in a pinch
Josh Jardine

I produced an event last week called “Toke Talks,” and while I used the magic that is social media (#pleasecometomyeventorIwilldie), I also recognize that not every single person with an interest in cannabis is on Facebook or Instagram. While I’m no Luddite, some people actually get their information through analog channels—and few things are as […]

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