Saturday, August 24th, 2024
Good morning, Bend. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 24th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Deschutes County announces roadwork on specific roads and intersections, causing potential delays and closures. County of Deschutes
- ➤ The bridge connecting Third Street to Highway 20 in Bend will be closed for paving this weekend, affecting local traffic routes. Central Oregon Daily
- ➤ A new connector road on U.S. 97 in Bend, Oregon, opened to improve access to shopping areas and reduce congestion, with temporary closures for additional construction. Source Weekly
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Chimanbai Patel's body was discovered at Diamond Lake by a woman walking her dog, nearly a week after he went missing while boating. Central Oregon Daily
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Bend man was arrested for child luring charges after mistakenly sending explicit materials to an undercover officer posing as a minor. Central Oregon Daily
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Oregon State University's Bend campus introduces monthly community tours to showcase its history, academic programs, public art, and ongoing land remediation efforts. KBND
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The U.S. Forest Service aims to hire up to 200 seasonal wildland firefighters in Oregon, Washington, and Alaska, emphasizing no previous experience required. KBND
- ➤ Central Oregon's fire danger level decreased due to recent cool, wet weather, but officials warn the risk remains high and urge continued caution. KBND
- ➤ Mt. Bachelor received an early snowfall on Aug. 23, almost a month before fall officially begins. Central Oregon Daily
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Street Dog Hero 5k Fun Run and Fair
Experience a festive 5k fun run with live music, raffle prizes, adoptable dogs, and a variety of food trucks and a beer garden.
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Solarize Deschutes In-Person Workshop – Learn About Solar Benefits
Learn how to harness solar energy and explore installation benefits, incentives, and discounts available for Deschutes County residents.
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Joyful Morning Flow Yoga Class
Experience a mindful yoga flow that awakens the heart and starts your day with joy and movement.
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Interactive Family Story Time
Experience an engaging story time with books, songs, and rhymes designed for children aged 0-5 to support early literacy skill development.
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Bend RMA Annual Social Gathering
Experience an outdoor networking opportunity with appetizers and drinks at Boneyard Pub, featuring a gift certificate giveaway for attendees.
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Dan + Shay, Jake Owen & Dylan Marlowe Live at Hayden Homes Amphitheater
Experience an unforgettable night of country music featuring Grammy-winning duo Dan + Shay alongside Jake Owen and Dylan Marlowe, showcasing their latest hits and classic favorites.
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Oregon Festival of Cars 2024
Experience a celebration of automotive passion at the Oregon Festival of Cars, featuring hundreds of enthusiast cars and engaging activities for car lovers.
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Voices Rising: One-Day Choir Experience
Experience the joy of community singing with a variety of harmonies and themes focused on connection to the living world at this engaging choir event.
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Thrive Central Oregon Community Resource Consultations
Experience drop-in consultations providing social services assistance and resource connections to the community.
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Chocolate Making Experience with Wine and Hot Chocolate Tasting
Experience a behind-the-scenes tour of a local award-winning chocolate maker, learn about chocolate production, and create your own chocolate bar while tasting various samples paired with wine or hot chocolate.
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