Wednesday, September 4th, 2024
Good morning, Bend. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 4th of September.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ In Bend, a man fired two gunshots without hitting anyone following a trespassing dispute. Bend Bulletin
- ➤ Bend Police employ the Leica RTC360 scanner to create 3D digital copies of crime scenes, enhancing evidence collection and investigation processes. KTVZ
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ R.E. Jewell Elementary School in southeast Bend is celebrating its 50th anniversary with special events and interviews highlighting the milestone. KTVZ
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Lightning strikes during Labor Day storms in Central Oregon initiated multiple wildfires, burning over 30,000 acres, leading to widespread evacuations. KTVZ
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A Bend business owner initiated a petition to increase Deschutes County's board from three to five members to improve functionality and decision-making. KBND
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Pickleball's rapid growth as America's fastest-growing sport brings both social engagement and an increase in related injuries, particularly among older players. Central Oregon Daily
- ➤ St. Charles Cancer Center in Bend is hosting a free, drop-in screening event on Sept. 12 to help up to 150 women aged 25-55 assess their risk of breast cancer, with no pre-registration required. Central Oregon Daily
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Discovery Park in Bend, highlighted by Kelsey McGee on NewsChannel 21, is celebrated for its diverse amenities, attracting both adults and children in Central Oregon. KTVZ
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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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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Your work is to discover your work and then with all your heart to give yourself to it.
~ Ryan Holiday
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