Bend
Daily News
Wednesday, January 1st, 2025
Good morning, Bend. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 1st of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ R.L. Garrigus, a Hall of Fame broadcaster known for his service in Central Oregon and emceeing community events, retires after 45 years and over 400,000 newscasts. Central Oregon Daily
- ➤ The City of Bend encourages residents to participate in enhancing their emergency preparedness for potential natural disasters. Bend Bulletin
- ➤ Bend is set to improve Olney Avenue, with residents invited to a pre-construction open house on Jan. 14 to learn more. Bend Bulletin
- ➤ After the entire volunteer board of the La Pine Park & Recreation District resigned due to financial issues and community dissatisfaction, a new board has been formed to rebuild the district and its services. Source Weekly
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ The Oregon DMV alerts the public to a scam where thieves forge VIN numbers to obtain titles and sell stolen cars. Central Oregon Daily
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Landlords in Oregon have filed lawsuits against Shari’s Management Corp., seeking over $1.2 million in unpaid rent following the closure of its restaurants. The Oregonian
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Bend Pet Express confirms carrying, but not selling, raw pet food recalled due to bird flu contamination after an Oregon cat's death. Central Oregon Daily
- ➤ Deschutes County Environmental Health provides guidelines for safely storing, thawing, handling, cooking, and reheating turkey to prevent foodborne illnesses during the holidays. County of Deschutes
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SDH Monthly Dog Food Bank
Street Dog Hero hosts a monthly food bank offering free dog food to community members in need.
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Thrive Central Oregon Drop-In Consultations
The event offers community members access to social services assistance, including resources for housing, medical care, and mental health support, with staff available to help navigate applications and waitlists.
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Cars & Coffee at Old Mill
A family-friendly car meet-up where attendees can share their vehicles, socialize, and enjoy a casual morning atmosphere.
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Weekly Trivia Nights at Greg’s Grill
Enjoy a lively trivia competition every Monday evening at Greg’s Grill, featuring free entry and chances to win prizes.
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Certified Irrigation Technician Class - 8 CE Hours
This class covers essential principles of landscape irrigation and prepares participants for the Irrigation Association's CIT Exam, with lunch provided.
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Thrive Central Oregon Social Services Drop-In Consultation
This event offers drop-in assistance from Thrive Central Oregon, providing vital resources in housing, medical access, mental health, veterans services, and social security to those in need.
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Windows Laptop Essentials Workshop
This workshop offers hands-on training for attendees to confidently navigate and customize their Windows laptops.
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Thrive Central Oregon Drop-In Consultations
This event offers drop-in assistance for social services, helping individuals connect with resources related to housing, medical care, mental health, and veterans services.
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Dilly Dally Bend Cars & Coffee Meetup
A casual gathering for car enthusiasts held every 1st and 3rd Sunday at Dilly Dally Coffee Co. in Bend, Oregon.
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Weekly Trivia Night at Greg's Grill
Every Monday from 6 to 8 PM, Greg's Grill offers a free trivia night where participants can showcase their knowledge and win prizes.
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