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Thursday, September 5th, 2024

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Good morning, Bend. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 5th of September.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Local businesses and organizations in Bend, including Pahlisch Homes, appeal against the city's new tree code, claiming it increases housing costs and makes development more difficult.  Source Weekly

ACCIDENTS NEWS

  • A fire on Tuesday evening rendered a Bend home a total loss, with damages around $75,000; no smoke detectors were heard, and the cause is under investigation.  KBND

CULTURE NEWS

  • Ellen Waterston, recently appointed Oregon Poet Laureate, discusses her writing journey, the role of a Poet Laureate, and her plans to engage with both youth and elders across communities.  Source Weekly

ENVIRONMENT NEWS

  • The Oregon Department of Environmental Quality has issued an air quality advisory for multiple counties due to wildfire smoke, expected to last until at least Friday.  KTVZ

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • The City of Bend is proposing stricter on-street vehicle camping regulations to align with tent camping rules, limiting all camping to 24 hours and restricting proximity to shelters.  KTVZ
  • In a closely contested Oregon congressional race, Rep. Lori Chavez DeRemer and her opponent Janelle Bynum are campaigning in Bend, with recent polls showing only a one percentage point difference between them.  KTVZ
  • Several candidates file for November elections, highlighting a mix of incumbents and newcomers across various races in Oregon's local government.  Source Weekly

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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.

    Sun, 9/8/24

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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.

    Mon, 9/9/24

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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.

    Tue, 9/10/24

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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.

    Wed, 9/11/24

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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.

    Thu, 9/12/24

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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.

    Fri, 9/13/24

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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.

    Sat, 9/14/24

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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.

    Sun, 9/15/24

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  • Thrive Central Oregon Community Resource Consultations

    Experience drop-in consultations providing social services assistance and resource connections to the community.

    Mon, 9/16/24

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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.

    Tue, 9/17/24

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REAL ESTATE

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JOB BOARD

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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