By Erin Rook, Source Weekly When the new City Council meets for the first time on Wednesday, it’s short agenda includes electing a mayor and mayor pro-tem.… Read more “Councilor Doug Knight Vies for the Mayoral Gavel”
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Nathan Boddie: The friendly neighborhood doctor and endurance junkie
Before he was a doctor, Nathan Boddie was a ski patroller, volunteer firefighter and emergency medical technician in Montana. It was his experience as an EMT… Read more “Nathan Boddie: The friendly neighborhood doctor and endurance junkie”
Casey Roats: The next-generation working class conservative
By Erin Rook, Source Weekly As anyone who followed his campaign likely knows, Casey Roats has deep roots in the local community. As we sit in the… Read more “Casey Roats: The next-generation working class conservative”
The Rocky Road to City Council
Casey Roats knocks down major election hurdle, but a lawsuit still looms By Erin Rook, Source Weekly Casey Roats’ path to City Council reached another milestone Monday… Read more “The Rocky Road to City Council”
Judge and Jury: City Council prepares to weigh Casey Roats’ qualifications
By Erin Rook, Source Weekly On December 1, City Council will hold a special session to deliberate and decide on the question whether councilor-elect Casey Roats is qualified to… Read more “Judge and Jury: City Council prepares to weigh Casey Roats’ qualifications”
To Reside, or Not to Reside
Casey Roats’ attorney claims opponent is the one with residency issues By Erin Rook, Source Weekly A City Council race that started on high ground, talking about… Read more “To Reside, or Not to Reside”
Follow the Money
Local PACs, businesses, and individuals show candidate support with cash By Erin Rook, Source Weekly As the saying goes, “Money talks.” But what do the campaign contributions… Read more “Follow the Money”
Future Fears
When Halloween and elections collide, frightening predictions arise By Erin Rook, Source Weekly Masks of elected officials are a Halloween staple. Why? Because politicians can be scary.… Read more “Future Fears”
City Council Roundup: SWIP suit raises questions about spending
By Erin Rook, Source Weekly On a City Council agenda packed with development and infrastructure issues, only one item inspired debate at the Aug. 6 meeting. Tucked… Read more “City Council Roundup: SWIP suit raises questions about spending”
Political Paws: Bend’s top dogs tell all
By Erin Rook, Source Weekly A wise human once said, “Behind every great leader there stands a great dog.” To find out who’s really running this city,… Read more “Political Paws: Bend’s top dogs tell all”
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