Vote Eileen Kiely for House 53 In the race for the seat long held by Republican Gene Whisnant, voters have two strong candidates—both of whom we endorsed in their respective primaries. When we asked Democrat Eileen Kiely and Republican Jack Zika to share their thoughts on the most pressing issue facing state legislators, both responded […]
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A Schedule to Die For
A film geek’s guide to BendFilm
It doesn’t matter how well you plan your schedule at a film festival, because there’s always something interesting you’re going to miss. Any good fest will have a program so pregnant with choices that even if you plan everything down to the second, there’s just no way to see it all, even if you skip […]
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Vote Amy Lowes for Deschutes County Commission position 1
It’s a dynamic time in Deschutes County. The region continues to experience rapid growth—and with that growth comes more pressure to deliver quality public safety and mental and public health services, in addition to managing diverse views about controversial topics such as land use and marijuana regulation. Dynamic times require dynamic leaders, and we believe […]
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Tonight! The First Oregon-only Backcountry Snowboarding Film
Tower Theatre hosts “Low Pressure,” featuring stellar local athletes
It’s no secret that Central Oregon has more than its fair share of stellar athletes in many sporting categories—including a host of awesome snowboarders who live for nothing more than a steady diet of fresh powder in the backcountry. Some of those athletes will be on display in the new all-Oregon backcountry snowboard film—the first […]
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Breakfast & Lunch Guide 2018
We all have them—those dishes we dream about, anytime someone mentions sweet, sweet words like “brunch.” Without thinking too hard, what dishes come to mind? A reader recently shared with us that she has a relative who continues to rave about the Caramel Apple French Toast at the Victorian Cafe—even though that relative only ate […]
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Your Fav Bands
Get to know the bands that make up the local music scene
In honor of the Local Music Issue, we’ve created this handy list of the local musicians you can check out in Bend. Did we miss someone? Email anne@bendsource.com to get on our local music radar! Allan Byer Project — Americana. Alovitamin — Eclectic rock. AM Clouds — Indie rock. a.m. interstate — Southern rock. Appaloosa […]
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Gung Ho For Shows: Appaloosa
Local Americana band to record live album at Sisters Farmers Market
Another Friday has arrived — quick, make plans! If you’re getting antsy this afternoon at the office, why not bug out early to enjoy the sights and sounds of the Sisters Farmers Market? Friday, Aug. 17, local Americana band Appaloosa will be recording their fourth album live at the market. Formed in 2013 by husband and […]
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Rock Steady, Aretha
A video of one of our favorite songs from one of our favorite singers of all time
In homage to the Queen of Soul, who died today in Detroit, Mich., we submit one of our favorite songs from her extensive repertoire. Rest in peace, Aretha Franklin. You are already missed dearly.
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Keeping Geese at Bay
As recently as 10 years ago, Bend parks were being overrun by Canada geese. The birds pluck out lawns, erode riverbanks, soil the ground—and can scare off visitors. Former Bend Park and Recreation District Natural Resources Manager Paul Stell was troubled by the once-prevailing method of eradicating—translation: euthanizing—the offenders. He approached the Oregon Department of […]
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Q&A: Reckless Kelly
Austin Americana band with roots in Bend to play Tower Theatre
Reckless Kelly, an alternative country rock outfit from Austin, Texas, is no stranger to Bend. Brothers Cody and Willy Braun met their drummer at an open mic night at Pasha’s Lebanese Restaurant in downtown Bend in the mid ‘90s, where they began playing as the first iteration of the band, The Prairie Mutts. In October […]
