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Sunday, August 17th, 2025
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Good morning, Bend. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 17th of August.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A woman died and six others were injured when a northbound car crossed the center line and struck a southbound vehicle on Highway 97 near Deschutes River Woods at 9:49 p.m. Thursday—forcing a three-hour road closure as investigators probed the crash. Central Oregon Daily
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Bend is building two bicycle routes—one 7-mile east-west and one 8-mile north-south—as part of the Bend Bikeways project, with 35% of the work done and plans to finish most segments by the end of next year while some parts will be built later under larger transportation projects. Bend Bulletin
- ➤ Oregon Sen. Ron Wyden met with fire officials on Saturday to review wildfire prevention in Central Oregon amid funding cuts and reduced fuel treatment efforts. He warned that although extra resources have helped limit burned acreage so far, delays may further weaken fire control — officials expect tougher conditions into October. Bend Bulletin
- ➤ Sen. Ron Wyden held a town hall in Madras on Saturday to discuss local issues ahead of the fall elections. He then met with state and federal fire officials in Bend to review wildfire concerns—expecting serious challenges to extend into early October. Central Oregon Daily
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Christmas in July with Central Oregon Holiday Toy Drive Santa
Central Oregon Holiday Toy Drive has taken over for the Toys for Tots which has suspended operations in Central Oregon and Marines from MCL 1308 with support from Summit Health are taking over with our Santa on the 3rd, 10th, 17th, 24th, 31st of July and 7 of August every Thursday at 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm BRING A TOY PLEASE its needed
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SafetyNet: Smart Cyber Choices® Training
5:30-7:30 p.m. — Becky Johnson Community Center — Free entry — Learn how to safely navigate technology and manage online lives for adults and children.
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Third Thursday Spoken Word Night
6-8 p.m. — SCP Redmond Hotel — Free entry — A lively open mic night for poets, writers, and storytellers to share their creative works.
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Mt. Joy Concert
7:30-9 p.m. — Hayden Homes Amphitheater — Ticket prices vary — Experience the indie-rock sound of Mt. Joy and their exciting new album live.
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Oregon Cascades 100 Trail Race
6 AM – 5 PM — Pacific Crest Middle School — Registration Fee Required — Experience an epic 100-mile trail race from Bend to Sisters with breathtaking elevation challenges.
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Farmer’s Market at Worthy Brewing
10 AM – 2 PM — Worthy Brewing Company — Free entry — Enjoy farm-fresh produce, unique products, live music, and local beer every Sunday!
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Photography Workshop: Capturing the Milky Way
6-7 p.m. — Downtown Bend Library — Free entry — Discover tips and techniques for photographing the stunning Milky Way under the stars.
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Hike the Waterfall Loop at McKenzie River with Lunch
9 a.m. – 3 p.m. — Tumalo Coffeehouse — Free — Explore beautiful waterfalls on a dog-friendly hike followed by a social lunch.
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The Northern Light
7-8:30 p.m. — Silver Moon Brewing — $13-$15 — Experience an evening with the alternative/psych rock sounds of The Northern Light.
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2025 Reggae Rise Up Oregon Festival
August 29th-31st — Deschutes County Fair & Expo Center — Tickets available soon — Experience top reggae artists and vibrant art in beautiful Central Oregon.
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Finding Gobi: A Journey of Friendship
10-11 a.m. — Downtown Bend Library — Free entry — Hear Dion Leonard share the heartwarming story of his bond with a stray dog during an ultra-marathon across the Gobi Desert.
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