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Tuesday, February 25th, 2025
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Good morning, Bend. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 25th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Southwest Bend's sole supermarket, C.E. Lovejoy's, has closed after 15 years, with efforts to find a new grocery chain for the space underway. Central Oregon Daily
- ➤ Dozens of volunteers gathered at Virginia Meissner Sno-Park to construct the annual snow dragon over the weekend. Central Oregon Daily
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A man in Bend, Oregon, was arrested for brandishing a firearm at another individual bearing a Ukraine flag before a support rally, along with charges including DUI. KTVZ
- ➤ In Bend, Oregon, Sarah Session and Gary Hardenburg faced arraignment on severe charges, including attempted murder, with details of alleged child abuse emerging, led to bail discussions. KTVZ
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Joann will close all 800 of its fabric stores nationwide due to the inability to secure a buyer, commencing going-out-of-business sales immediately. KTVZ
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Central Oregon faces a High Wind Warning with potential for downed trees and power lines due to saturated ground and strong winds. Central Oregon Daily
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Deschutes County Sheriff Kent van der Kamp presided over a historic promotions ceremony, advancing 11 staff members to sergeant and lieutenant roles, marking a record in both promotions and applications received. Central Oregon Daily
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The integration of The Center Orthopedic & Neurosurgical Care into St. Charles Health System, now called St. Charles Center for Orthopedics and Neurosurgery, aims to enhance and stabilize orthopedic and neurosurgical care access in Central Oregon. KTVZ
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Golf Farm, co-founded by Amy Simanton and Brian Henninger, offers indoor golfing with advanced technology and physical wellness programs in Central Oregon to help golfers of all levels improve their game during the winter. Central Oregon Daily
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Natural History Pub: Understanding Invasive Freshwater Mussels
Keith DeHart from the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife will discuss the threats posed by invasive mussels to Oregon's waters and how to prevent their entry into the state.
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Quiet Writing Time at Downtown Bend Library
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Thrive Central Oregon Consultation Services
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Free Notary Public Services
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Eric Leadbetter Live at Velvet Lounge
Eric Leadbetter performs live at Velvet Lounge, showcasing his musical talents and local roots.
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