I don’t often post press releases from the City here, but the one I received today is interesting as it relates to traffic issues as well as a potential May bond issue. Titled “Bend City Council Takes Another Step Toward May Transportation Bond Measure,” it spun out of last night’s … Continue reading
Word came down yesterday that the new Chick-fil-A on the far north end of town has its opening date: Thursday, January 23. I know everyone’s excited. The article about the opening on Central Oregon Daily also touches on the inevitable traffic issues: The popular chain is expected to be busy, … Continue reading
Just wanted to highlight several really good restaurant meals I’ve had recently. Boneyard Beer Pub: Fried pork loin sandwich, with hand cut steak fries. The pork loin was flattened and was wider than the bun! Breaded and fried perfectly so it was moist and delicious, with pickles and a tangy … Continue reading
This blog has been around for a long time and it’s a bit obvious that things are a bit stale and it’s not getting timely updates like it used to. Part of that is just changing times and priorities; part of it is understanding how Bend has changed in the … Continue reading
The final roundup of Bend City Council meeting notes for the year are here, finishing off December of 2019. The meeting on the 4th had a big segment devoted to the Bend Climate Mitigation plan, particularly the section making home energy efficiency increases (as I understand it) mandatory. Councilors Moseley … Continue reading
The annual Central Oregon Winter Beer Festival takes place this Saturday, December 14, and volunteers are still needed! Here are the details: Thank you for your participation in the Central Oregon Winter Beer Festival on Saturday, December 14th, 2019. For your participation, you will receive a festival glass and complimentary … Continue reading
I’m two days late in posting this as it started Monday, but the Bend Fire and Rescue Santa Express is back this week, and will continue to run through Thursday evening. Here’s the press release (which I just received Monday as well, which would have been good sooner): Bend Fire … Continue reading
Here are the meeting notes for the Bend City Council for the month of November, just in time for this month’s first meeting on Wednesday. The biggest point of contention for the month (at least as far as councilor votes go) is the proposed ordinance amending the Bend Code to … Continue reading
Happy Thanksgiving to you all! I hope it’s a happy and safe one especially with the snow. If you have to drive anywhere, please be careful and take your time. If for some reason you’re not cooking at home, or otherwise have plans, The Source has a list of Thanksgiving … Continue reading
Starting on Thanksgiving day, the Old Mill District has a full slate of holiday events lined up. It starts with the annual I Like Pie Run taking place this Thursday starting at 9am, and then there will be plenty of other activities taking place throughout the month. Here’s the list … Continue reading