Barney's Bend Bugle is a fun, interesting Central Oregon combination news/blog site featuring the news reporting and blog writing of former KTVZ, bend.com/The Bend Bugle, The Bulletin and UPI reporter Barney Lerten — covering the stories, people and issues that shape Bend, Oregon and the Central Oregon High Desert.

It's his unique, often-entertaining take on what's happening in the area, and in his semi-retired brain. We hope you enjoy your visit!