Category Archives: Business

Togo’s in the old Quiznos

Posted on January 16, 2012 by Jon

Over on the eastside, a Togo’s Sandwich Shop is set to open in the space formerly occupied by Quiznos. According to the Bulletin, the opening should be February 1st. I know next to nothing about Togo’s as a brand, but … Continue reading →

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Changes in the Old Mill

Posted on January 4, 2012 by Jon

Down in the Old Mill District, there are some changes taking place: Bath & Body Works is planning to close from February 8th through March 7th, in order to perform some remodeling. The Children’s Place is closing entirely, on January … Continue reading →

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The Abbey Pub is changing hands

Posted on January 2, 2012 by Jon

Big changes are in store for The Abbey Pub on Bend’s westside: it’s changing hands! Current owner Geoff Marlowe included this tidbit in his “draft list” email newsletter: Finally, as some of you know I have sold the Pub and … Continue reading →

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The end of the Blacksmith?

Posted on November 16, 2011 by Jon

News broke on The Source late yesterday that Gavin McMichael, founder/owner of the Blacksmith restaurant as well as (the now closed) Bourbon Street and Gatsby’s Brasserie, is filing for bankruptcy. (Note that The Source article has undergone several revisions since … Continue reading →

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The Paper Factory is closing

Posted on November 3, 2011 by Jon

Just got word tonight (via my wife, who got the news from our daughter, and she called to confirm) that The Paper Factory in the Bend Factory Stores (the factory outlets) is closing, and their last day is Saturday. If … Continue reading →

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