Tuesday, January 21st, 2025
Good morning, Bend. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 21st of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On Martin Luther King Jr. Day, the Camp Fire of Central Oregon and students at a Bend K-8 school participated in acts of service by crafting valentines for hospitalized veterans and cleaning up their school campus. Central Oregon Daily
- ➤ The Bend community came together at Bend Brewing Company to support the family of 16-year-old Bradley Hughes, tragically killed in a collision, by participating in a fundraiser. Central Oregon Daily
- ➤ The Shepherd's House Redmond Center has expanded its capacity to house more individuals seeking refuge from the life-threatening cold, following a request from Deschutes County due to freezing temperatures. Central Oregon Daily
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ A six-planet parade, including Venus, Mars, Jupiter, and Saturn visible to the naked eye, will grace Central Oregon's night skies this week, with a public viewing event planned. Central Oregon Daily
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Teegan Wright, a fifth grader at Rosland Elementary in La Pine, was sworn into the 2025 Oregon Kid Governor's Cabinet, advocating for inclusive sports programs to aid trauma-affected youth in schools. Central Oregon Daily
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Deschutes Land Trust is distributing seed kits containing native milkweed to encourage the creation of western monarch butterfly habitats in Central Oregon. Central Oregon Daily
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Deschutes County Health Services reminds parents to update their children's vaccinations before the School Exclusion Day on Feb. 19 to comply with Oregon state law and prevent disease spread. KTVZ
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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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The Main Squeeze Concert
Experience a live performance by The Main Squeeze at the Volcanic Theatre Pub in Bend.
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Thrive Central Oregon Drop-In Consultations
This event offers drop-in social services assistance for individuals seeking resources related to housing, medical care, mental health, and veteran services.
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Chained to Stone: A 90s Grunge Experience
Chained to Stone, a renowned tribute band, will perform classic 90s rock and grunge music at Northside Bar and Grill.
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Confidence Documentary Screening
The event explores how confidence can aid individuals in navigating change and challenges.
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Weekly Trivia Night at Greg's Grill
Every Monday from 6-8 PM, participants can engage in a free trivia competition at Greg's Grill, with opportunities to win prizes.
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SCORE Mentorship for Small Business Planning
This event offers confidential business planning consultations with a SCORE mentor at the Downtown Bend Library.
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Baby Story Time for Infants and Caregivers
A gentle story time event designed for infants and their caregivers, focusing on early literacy skills.
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Active Toddler Story Time
An engaging story time session for toddlers aged 18-36 months featuring stories, songs, and movement rhymes.
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Evan Mullins Live Performance
Evan Mullins, a versatile musician from Central Oregon, will showcase his exceptional piano and vocal talents at the Silverleaf Café, featuring both original songs and covers.
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Clean Beauty Enthusiast - Wren and Wild
We are looking for a part time clean beauty enthusiast who loves connecting with others. Must be available on weekends and familiar with social media platforms. Experience in Makeup application a plus. Apply in-store.
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