Bend
Daily News
Thursday, January 9th, 2025
Good morning, Bend. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 9th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Bend Fire and Rescue welcomes six new firefighter and paramedics following their completion of a 16-week fire academy, equipped with comprehensive emergency response skills. KTVZ
- ➤ Deschutes County seeks public input on the Upper Deschutes River Community Wildfire Protection Plan to enhance wildfire preparedness. Central Oregon Daily
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Beavers have returned to Whychus Creek following a successful environmental restoration that transformed a cow pasture into a floodplain. Bend Bulletin
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ ChillWell in Bend presents a unique health and wellness option with reduced sensory stimulation tanks, potentially aiding in reducing anxiety and improving mood through flotation therapy. Source Weekly
- ➤ Vance Bonner's life-long mission has been teaching the Vance Stance, a unique method to stand and move correctly to alleviate and prevent chronic pain, reflecting on 50 years of success from her home studio in Bend. Source Weekly
- ➤ Central Oregon experiences a significant increase in flu and whooping cough cases, attributed to lower vaccination rates and discontinued COVID-19 protocols. Source Weekly
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Exploring a diverse range of activities for enhancing physical and financial wellbeing in the new year, featuring sensory deprivation, movement therapy, fiscal goal setting, and wellness practices. Source Weekly
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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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Law Librarian Office Hours
A community librarian for legal services provides assistance with legal information questions once a month at the La Pine Activity Center.
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MANIA: The Ultimate ABBA Tribute Concert
This concert celebrates the timeless music of ABBA, reviving nostalgic memories of the band's reign in the music world over 40 years ago.
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