Bend
Daily News
Saturday, March 8th, 2025
Good morning, Bend. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 8th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Deschutes County announces a series of road construction projects affecting traffic through April 14, including bridge replacements, culvert work, and irrigation work, along with details on detours and road closures. County of Deschutes
- ➤ Over 7,500 customers in East and Southeast Bend are without power, with Central Electric Cooperative investigating and no restoration time provided, but critical facilities like St. Charles Hospital remain operational via generators. Central Oregon Daily
- ➤ ODOT spent nearly $440,000 for the fiscal year June 2023 to July 2024 on cleanups of homeless encampments along Highway 97 in Bend, highlighting the financial impact of maintaining right-of-ways. KTVZ
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A crane collided with a Pacific Power line in SE Bend, causing a power outage for 1,300 customers, just as Central Electric Cooperative restored power to 8,000 others after a separate incident. KTVZ
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Bend's economic advisory board has flagged tourism and healthcare as pivotal sectors for the city's evolving economy. Bend Bulletin
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Work on removing flammable vegetation to mitigate wildfire risk in Deschutes River Woods starts next week, enhancing community safety and resiliency. Central Oregon Daily
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A former Bend municipal judge plans to sue the city, alleging her firing was due to her whistleblowing on staff overreach and unauthorized use of her signature on judicial matters. The Oregonian
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2025 Central Oregon CSA Share Fair
The Central Oregon CSA Share Fair offers an opportunity to connect with local farmers, explore various Community Supported Agriculture options, and enjoy family-friendly activities.
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Thrive Central Oregon Resource Consultation
Drop-in social services assistance available for individuals seeking help with housing, medical, mental health, and various other resources.
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SCORE Small Business Counseling Session
Participants can receive confidential business planning assistance from experienced SCORE mentors.
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Skill-A-Day 10K Women's Training Group
This 9-week training program is designed for established 5K runners aiming to enhance their stamina, technique, and speed in preparation for the Happy Girls 10K.
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Trivia Night at Wonderland Chicken & Worthy Brewing
Enjoy a fun-filled evening of live multimedia trivia with prizes for teams of up to 6, every Thursday at Wonderland Chicken Co X Worthy Brewing.
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Irelandish - A Reading with Jana Zvibleman
Jana Zvibleman presents her travel memoir offering insights into Ireland as experienced by American tourists.
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Oregon Battle of Books Regional Competition
Seven Peaks School is thrilled to host the OBOB Regional Competitions for 2025. Join our readers, librarians, families, and coaches as they come together to support our 3rd - 5th grade teams this coming Saturday, March 15th.
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McMenamins St. Patrick's Weekend Celebration
The Vibeshiftas will perform two sets in Father Luke's Room at McMenamins Old St. Francis School during St. Patrick's Weekend.
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Preschool Story Time at Downtown Bend Library
A story time event for children aged 3-5 featuring stories, songs, and rhymes designed to develop early literacy skills.
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Community Innovation Fund Info Session
This info session provides details on the application process for projects aimed at reducing waste in Deschutes County, offering potential funding of up to $5,000.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
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~ Adam Osborne
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