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Sign with Hayden Homes Amphitheater concert lineup outside of the venue.
A home for concerts
Carli DeGarlais, Staff Photographer | Published June 26, 2025

Bend is home to Oregon's largest outdoor concert venue, Hayden Homes Amphitheater. This venue has hosted big name artists in its May-October concert season such as The Chicks, Bob Dylan, Willie Nelson, Coldplay, Brandi Carlile, John Legend, and many more. The amphitheater’s proximity to the Deschutes...

Runners cross the bridge on the final stretch of the running section, even a banana competed in the race.
Ski, bike, sprint or paddle
Madeline Bell, Staff Photographer | Published June 8, 2025

On May 17, the annual SELCO Pole Pedal Paddle race was held in Bend, Oregon. The race is a fundraiser for the Mt. Bachelor Sports Education Foundation and helps raise money for the junior athletes who are a part of the program. The 2025 race consisted...

Two generation of Quartz Creek powwow dancers take the dance floor during the Salmon Bake.
Salmon Bake celebrates 25 years
Fabian Ruiz, Editor in chief | Published June 13, 2025

On May 17 the scent of alderwood and roasting fish filled the cloudy sky at Central Oregon Community College’s sports field as the 25th annual Salmon Bake celebrated indigenous cultures rooted in tradition, learning and community. The celebration...

The view from Pilot Butte at sunrise.
Photo curtesy of Natalie Goettl
Sunrise activities and nocturnal outings
Carli DeGarlais and Madeline Bell | Published April 19, 2025

Whether you’re an early bird or a night owl, there’s no shortage of fun early-morning or late-night activities in Bend. From star-filled observatories to 6 a.m yoga classes, Bend offers unique experiences for each kind of person. Here are a handful...

Sign with Hayden Homes Amphitheater concert lineup outside of the venue.
A home for concerts
Carli DeGarlais, Staff Photographer | Published June 26, 2025

Bend is home to Oregon's largest outdoor concert venue, Hayden Homes Amphitheater. This venue has hosted big name artists in its May-October...

The top of Pilot Butte, beautiful views of the Cascades can be seen from the top. Informational signs also give some insight into Central Oregon.
A weekend in Central Oregon
Madeline Bell, Staff photographer | Published June 17, 2025

With so much to offer, Central Oregon never disappoints when it comes to weekend activities. A few weeks ago, my family visited me, and we spent...

Sports schedule
IM Basketball
Mazama Gym
IM Volleyball
Mazama Gym
Pickleball Group - Open Play
Mazama Gym
Indoor Soccer - Open Play
Mazama Gym
Volleyball - Open Play
Mazama Gym
Wrestling Club
Mazama Fitness Center
Ray Randall spoke on Carter G Woodson, founder of Black History Month, in Feb. in Willie Hall at COCC.
Photo courtesy of Aaron Rasheed
Opinion: What does Black History Month mean to me?
Ray Randall, editor | Published March 28, 2025

Black culture is always being put under a microscope. A couple months ago, a white comedian, Andrew Schulz, disparaged Black music after insulting...

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The Thread, Central Oregon Community College's new literary magazine. Illustration courtesy of Samantha Haz
Creative threads
Nikki Chong, Staff reporter | Published May 6, 2025

Central Oregon Community College is launching its new student-run literary magazine, “The Thread,” in late May to early June. The magazine...

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