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Wednesday, March 12th, 2025
Good morning, Bend. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 12th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Mt. Bachelor Community group failed to submit a bid for the Mt. Bachelor Ski Resort due to a late start compared to other bidders but remains hopeful about securing community representation in future ownership. KTVZ
- ➤ Patricia Griffith, a transgender woman with a challenging past, transitions from 20 years of living in The Junipers to a tiny home in Oasis Village, overcoming obstacles and advocating for a better future. Central Oregon Daily
- ➤ Pho 88, a Vietnamese restaurant by experienced operator Alice Nguyen, is set to open in Bend's Old Mill District in early May, replacing the closing Mill Works Pub. Central Oregon Daily
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ The National Avalanche Center's final report on the Happy Valley avalanche reveals the incident likely triggered by the victims at 6,700 feet, exacerbated by unusual weather conditions, leading to the deaths of Bend business owners Terry and Renee Skjersaa. Central Oregon Daily
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Central Oregon's unemployment rates remained steady in January, despite a loss of 1,300 jobs across the region. KTVZ
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Bend Planning Commission discussed projects to transform blighted areas into apartment complexes to address the housing crisis, with completion expected by 2028. KTVZ
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ The Hydro Flask St. Patrick's Day Dash, originally founded by Deschutes Brewery in partnership with the Mount Bachelor Rotary Group, offers participants a Hydro Flask water bottle for their involvement in the 5K or 10K run. Central Oregon Daily
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Bob 'Woody' Woodward, a pioneering figure in mountain biking and influential in the expansion of cross-country skiing in Central Oregon, has passed away at 85. KBND
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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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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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Oliver Hazard Live Concert
Oliver Hazard will perform live at the Midtown Ballroom/Domino Room/Annex in Bend, Oregon.
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Free Community Tour of KIDS Center
A one-hour tour of KIDS Center focused on educating the community about efforts to end child abuse and support children’s healing journeys.
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Thrive Central Oregon Drop-In Consultations
This event offers drop-in social services assistance, connecting attendees with resources for housing, medical access, mental health, and veterans services.
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Robert Neary Live in Concert
Experience a live performance by Robert Neary at the Tower Theatre in Bend, Oregon.
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