Sierra Phillips left her small pond in Central Oregon to pursue environmental law in Washington, D.C., only a few years ago. But after returning to her hometown to work in business law, she began to question her career.
Exploration & Adventure
Food & Drink
Bend native ditches law to bring Bo’s Falafel Bar to her hometown
Big Tastes in Small Spaces: 5 Food Carts to Try in Central Oregon
An abundance of food carts and food trucks are found throughout the region, their to-go nature only buoyed by the pandemic.
Three Oregon-inspired soups for chilly winter nights
It’s the thick of winter here in Central Oregon, and nothing goes better with fresh snowfall and brisk nights than a bowl of flavor-rich soup.
Outdoor Life
Put the Maston Trail System on Your Spring Mountain Biking List
Not a bad way to wake from a winter slumber.
As Use Increases, Follow These Tips for Respecting Our Central Oregon Public Lands
To keep educated and accountable while frequenting public lands, consider following the ideas behind Travel Oregon’s new Take Care Out There campaign.
Beginner’s Guide to Backcountry Skiing in Central Oregon
For many reasons, exploring what lies beyond the out-of-bounds signs of developed ski resorts by backcountry skiing is a popular way to recreate in Central Oregon.
Home
A Houseplant How-To for Helping Greenery Thrive in Central Oregon Homes
Houseplants can add an incredible splash of life to any room they inhabit, but keeping them happy can sometimes be tricky.
From Bluetooth to Bidets, Here’s the Bathroom Tech of our Dreams
More time at home these days is leading many of us to rethink our home décor, housewares and even the tech-savvy tools that make our lives easier.
What’s Trending in Sink and Faucet Design
Apologies to the kitchen sink. This all-important fixture in what is often a favorite room in the house has been done dirty—literally.
Business
The story behind Bend edible cannabis company Lunchbox Alchemy
Lunchbox Alchemy survives rapid growth and near bankruptcy to emerge a victor in the legal cannabis industry.
Q&A with Volansi, a Drone Delivery Service Expanding into Bend
Long-distance drone delivery company Volansi lands in Central Oregon.
Epoch Ascent is Bend’s gym for elite athletes
Dewayne Hornbeak launched Epoch Ascent in 2015, bringing his background as a U.S. Marine and his work with the State Department in high-threat protection to creating a sport-specific training facility.
