Election results 2013

The Deschutes County website has the election results posted for the local measures in today’s election. As of right now they are (I’m rounding for simplicity): 9-96 Deschutes County Transient Room Tax: 62% Yes, 38% No 9-94 City of Bend Temporary Lodging Tax: 62% Yes, 38% No 9-95 Alfalfa Fire … Continue reading

The Nature of Words starts this week

This Thursday, November 7, the Nature of Words kicks off its ninth annual Literary Festival with four days of writing workshops, guest author readings and signings, lectures, and more (finishing up on Sunday the 10th). It is to the literary arts what BendFilm is to independent cinema and they have a great … Continue reading

First Friday for November

Sorry for the lack of updates lately. Today is the first day and Friday of November so of course it’s First Friday Art Walk in downtown Bend tonight! From 5 to 9pm businesses stay open late to showcase special art exhibits and many also offer free refreshments and often wine … Continue reading