Monthly Archives: April 2009

Cessna is closing after all

Posted on April 29, 2009 by Jon

Just announced this morning on KTVZ.com: Cessna is closing its factory here in Bend. Due to a continued slump in plane sales, Cessna Aircraft Co. announced Wednesday morning that it will shut its factory at the Bend Airport and lay … Continue reading →

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Volcano Vineyards to close… and then re-open

Posted on April 28, 2009 by Jon

From the Volcano Vineyards blog today comes the news that the downtown local winery is closing their tasting room, but with good reason: they plan to open a larger space. We are working on opening a winery facility here in … Continue reading →

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Red Chair IPA and Mirror Mirror release party

Posted on April 27, 2009 by Jon

The names in the title refer, of course, to Deschutes Brewery‘s two latest special-edition beers, and this Wednesday (according to Twitter), the Brewery is hosting the release party for these beers at their pubs. "Festivities" should start around 5pm, and … Continue reading →

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About that swine flu…

Posted on April 27, 2009 by Jon

The swine flu is all over the news these days, and while it hasn’t reached Oregon yet, that hasn’t stopped Deschutes County and BMC from issuing notices and information regarding it. The best defense, of course, is to stay informed. … Continue reading →

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Jackalope Grill wine dinner

Posted on April 25, 2009 by Jon

Sorry for the late posting on this one, it slipped by and I was lame. Press release, last minute but there still may be opportunity for those interested. Jackalope Grill Dinner With St. Innocent Wines Monday, April 27, 6:00pm, with … Continue reading →

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