Affordable housing developers are planning a four-story, 64-unit apartment building in a mixed-use area in the heart of Bend’s west side, a project that would bring lower-cost housing to a highly desirable part of the city.
The proposed development would occupy a vacant 1-and-a-half-acre parcel on the corner of Columbia Street and Commerce Avenue — a stone’s throw from concerts, breweries and shops and a short walk from the Deschutes River.
Photo: Housing Works
Speed bump-like pedestrian crossings, concrete islands and new pavement are some of the changes slated for Galveston Avenue, stretching from the Deschutes River west to 17th Street. The City of Bend hopes to keep two-way traffic open throughout most of the project and limit full closures to a few days for paving. The three-phase project is expected to wrap up in the spring of 2027.
The project is designed to slow vehicles down and aid pedestrians across Galveston, which serves as both a bustling vehicle thoroughfare traffic and a walkable business hub, as the area grows denser with new commercial developments.
Story by Clayton Franke. Photo by Eli Zatz.
The annual Point In Time count for individuals experiencing homelessness shows a decrease for Central Oregon in 2026, due to expanded shelter capacity and housing initiatives, leaders say.
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The summer edition of the Bend Guide hits stands around town tomorrow! 📖
🤗 This one is extra special. Not only is it packed with inspiration, events and stories from around Central Oregon, but it also celebrates a major milestone: the Old Mill District’s 25th Anniversary. Throughout the guide, you’ll find pieces that reflect on the district’s history, transformation and connection to Bend over the last 25 years.
And if you happen to pick up your own copy around town... you just might have the chance to score something pretty big...
😏 But, more on that soon.
Anyways, we can’t wait for you to dive in and read it! 🔗 The digital version is out now and you can explore it today at the link in bio.
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The Deschutes County Fair & Rodeo is excited to welcome multi-platinum country star Clay Walker to the Kendall Toyota of Bend Free Summer Concert Series on Saturday, August 1, 2026! Enjoy a night of classic hits and high-energy entertainment — free with fair admission. VIP front-stage tickets go on sale this Friday at 10 a.m. at tickets.deschutesfair.com.
Special thanks to concert sponsors Wilco, Indian Head Casino, Kendall Toyota of Bend, and Mike’s Fence Center for supporting this year’s concert series!
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I reported on a couple eye-popping revelations regarding federal immigration officials’ having accessed Oregonians’ data a couple different ways. In June 2025, ICE, CBP and Homeland Security Investigations queried Bend PD’s Flock data 279 times. That was a human error on Bend PD’s part. Yet a lawsuit filed May 5 against the Oregon State Police alleges that state troopers have intentionally let federal immigration authorities make a million queries of Oregonians’ driver and criminal records annually since 2007. That’s more than 3,000 times a day, according to the lawsuit filed by nonprofit the Rural Organizing Project.
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In the modern world, there are cameras everywhere you go. Bend Police use them as tools to locate suspects. Investigative reporter Peter Madsen looks at what those cameras are recording and who has access in this week's feature story. Read more by visiting bendsource.com, or by picking up a copy of the later today, on stands now.
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Cover art by @based_in_dreams
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