Redmond Proficiency Academy’s (RPA) Thespian Troupe No. 7715 recently competed in the annual Oregon Thespians Southern Regional Acting Competi… Read moreRedmond Proficiency Academy Theatre shines at regional acting competition
A steady stream of livestock trailers wound into the Deschutes County Fair & Expo Center… Read moreFFA and 4-H steer competition season underway
Two new members, one with roots in Jefferson County and the other with a passion for equitab… Read moreRedmond-based Latino Association adds two new board members
This is the sixth article in my series “The ABC’s of Entrepreneurship.” In this installment … Read moreEntrepreneurial Ear: Good marketing a key to business growth
A shop vac whirred and buzz saws whined in an EXPION360 warehouse in Redmond on Thursday, wh… Read moreNonprofit builds beds for kids in need
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There’s serendipity, and then there’s the way San Diego rock duo Moxi & Loon — aka Nick … Read moreHigh-energy rock duo Moxi & Loon in Redmond on Thursday
What is one of the rarest forms of beer found in the U.S.? My answer may surprise you: It’s … Read moreRedmond's Porter Brewing Co. specializes in rare cask ale
Celebrate one of the most beloved American rock bands, The Grateful Dead, at the High Desert… Read moreGrateful Dead Night returns to High Desert Music Hall
John Fremoire smiled as he motioned to the faucets, his beard and camo hat in contrast to th… Read moreA new kind of watering hole: Sasquatch sells filtered, alkaline water
Name of truck: Full Throttle Java Read moreRedmond Food Truck of the Week: Full Throttle Java
Despite facing damages from two fires last year, Westside Taco Co. in Redmond continues to d… Read moreWestside Taco Co. in Redmond serves elevated street food
Kim Varner used to raise her 6-year-old daughter in a trailer in Redmond. Sometimes, the 40-… Read moreOnce unhoused in Redmond, single mom and daughter move into their own apartment
Calling all beginner sewers: It’s time to bring out the sewing machine that you’ve been mean… Read moreLearn to sew at three-session workshop kicking off Saturday in Redmond
A reader recently recommended Saffron Grill, which opened in Redmond in July. She said she e… Read moreSaffron Grill serves dishes with a Persian flair, American favorites
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Name of truck: Bluma’s Read moreRedmond Food Truck of the Week: Bluma's
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Purple, green, red and orange thank-you notes from children dating back three decades fill t… Read moreFAN works to fill critical student needs
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A program with the Oregon State University Extension Service teaches participants the art an… Read moreHow to become a Master Gardener: OSU program now accepting applications
LA GRANDE — Bob Moody was lying flat on his back in a hospital bed when he was asked to beco… Read moreFormer Spokesman publisher Bob Moody remembered for his grit, kindness, dedication
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Despite freezing wind blowing across the Redmond Memorial Cemetery on Dec. 17, dozens of vol… Read moreLocal volunteers lay wreaths at veteran graves
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Casey Olsen shouted across the large manufacturing room in Redmond on Dec. 16 and was greete… Read moreOpportunity Foundation connects workers with disabilities to jobs
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Redmond, like much of Central Oregon, got dumped with more snow than anybody cared to shovel… Read moreThe best way to shovel all that snow
Name of tuck: Brunchies Read moreRedmond Food Truck of the Week: Brunchie's
Beau Bigo bolted out of the fire engine, grabbed a hose, ran the line out through slush and … Read moreNine Redmond firefighters train for rigors of the job
House and garden magazines are helpful with their gift suggestions. Most ideas aren’t really… Read moreGardening Corner: Gift list for the gardener with (almost) everything
A public celebration is set for Wednesday, Dec. 21 from 5-7 p.m. at Juniper Golf Clubhouse, … Read moreCity plans celebration for outgoing mayor, coucilors
Many in Redmond, especially skiers and boarders and others who thrive on cold weather activi… Read moreGet a grip on winter driving
Taking the stage for the first time since 2019, the Redmond Community Choir will perform “So… Read moreRedmond Community Choir returns with 'Sounds of the Seasons' concert
For years, a bass-heavy, globally flavored, Burning Man-friendly brand of West Coast electro… Read moreDavid Starfire brings global bass fusion to Redmond
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Nervous energy radiated through a room Nov. 29 at the Church of Christ in Redmond. Feet tapp… Read moreRedmond Toastmasters helps public speakers find their voice
