Bend
Daily News
Friday, January 31st, 2025
Good morning, Bend. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 31st of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Olney Avenue in Bend will be closed for construction starting Monday until fall, affecting its crossing under the Bend Parkway. Bend Bulletin
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A man in La Pine is charged with 20 counts related to child sexual abuse and illegal marijuana operations, following a tip-off and investigation. Central Oregon Daily
- ➤ A former Bend Senior High School softball coach is being sued for $1 million by a player for allegedly entering the girls' locker room while players were changing, leading to his termination after an investigation. Central Oregon Daily
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Ellen Waterston, the 2024 Oregon Poet Laureate, discusses the significance of poetry and storytelling in fostering community connections on the Bend Don’t Break podcast. Source Weekly
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Deschutes National Forest finalizes plans to enhance Bend's trail system with new routes and modifications aiming for better accessibility and environmental protection. Source Weekly
- ➤ A longtime SE Bend resident observed an unusually fast-moving elk herd, possibly displaced by construction. KTVZ
- ➤ The Cabin Butte Vegetation Management Project starting in May will temporarily close 34,600 acres of the Deschutes National Forest, including popular trails and caves, for restoration work. The Oregonian
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Northwest Indoor Sectionals 2025 - Bend Bowmen Archery Club
The Northwest Indoor Sectionals features two NFAA blue/white rounds with scores accumulated by division to determine the first Indoor National Series Champions.
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Weekend Seven Chakra Healing Sound Bath Journey - Virtual Experience
Immerse yourself in a 60-minute sound healing journey using Tibetan singing bowls to balance and align your chakras, guided by certified teachers.
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Weekly Trivia Night at Greg's Grill
A weekly trivia night where participants can test their knowledge and win prizes in a fun social setting.
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Quiet Writing Session
This event offers a peaceful writing environment where participants can focus amidst the presence of others.
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Thrive Central Oregon Drop-In Consultations
The event offers drop-in assistance for accessing a range of social services, including housing support, medical access, and mental health resources.
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Free Notary Public Services
This event offers drop-in notary services for the public at Downtown Bend Library.
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Thrive Central Oregon Resource Drop-In Consultations
This event offers drop-in social services assistance, connecting individuals with vital resources including housing, medical access, mental health support, and veterans services.
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Exploring the Music of the Romantic Era
An educational event featuring a local conductor and professor discussing the nuances of Romantic-era music.
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Daniel Donato Concert
Daniel Donato will perform live at the Volcanic Theatre Pub in Bend, Oregon.
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Weekly Trivia Night at Greg’s Grill
Every Monday, Greg's Grill hosts a free trivia night where participants can compete for prizes and test their knowledge.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
The price of greatness is responsibility.
~ Winston Churchill
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