Good morning, Bend.

A Bend-based waste management company is turning cans and water bottles from wildfire camps into funds for injured and fallen firefighters' families.

The effort at the Rowe Creek Complex has raised about $7,500 and shows how recycling helps support local families.

Bend Park and Recreation District removed the PS Happy Harmon boat from Harmon Park after rust, hot exposed metal, and chipped paint made it unsafe.

The repurposed lifeboat (named by a 10-year-old) was taken following a staff review, while other play structures remain available.

Lost Tracks Golf Club will host a charity golf tournament on Thursday, Sept.

10, at 9:30 a.m. to benefit Folds of Honor & honor families of fallen military & first responders ahead of the 25th anniversary of 9/11, with longtime golf leader Brian Whitcomb hosting.

Nonprofit Discover Your Northwest will host the Care for the Land Fall Trash Bash near La Pine State Park (Deschutes National Forest) on Sept.

26 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. to celebrate National Public Lands Day; volunteers should register online, and minors must join with a parent.

Bend’s food cart scene is shifting as several long-running vendors close and new pods are scheduled to open.

Big Ski’s Pierogis will close Sept. 14 (after more than 11 years) as rising costs and increased competition reshape local business options.

The Bureau of Land Management warned Friday that wildfire season is not over across Oregon and Washington, even as cooler weather and some rain are expected.

More than 2.5 million acres have burned and fire restrictions remain in effect ahead of Labor Day weekend.

Fire officials in Central Oregon reduced fire restrictions to Stage 1 starting at 12:01 a.m. today on lands managed by Deschutes National Forest, Ochoco National Forest, Crooked River National Grassland, and the Prineville District BLM to allow open fires in designated campgrounds, although high fire danger remains.

Commercial matsutake mushroom harvesting will begin Sept.

8 in the Deschutes National Forest and run until Nov. 8; harvesters 18 and older must purchase a permit ($200 for the full season, $100 for a 31-day span, or $8 per day with a three-day minimum) and follow strict tool and area rules.

Butler Market Road reopened to two-way traffic Friday, Sept.

4 after nearly a year of closure (it now includes a roundabout, raised bike lanes, and expanded sidewalks) and the city plans a second construction phase for Boyd Acres in spring.

Bonneville Power Administration Administrator Travis Kavulla is rethinking the agency's move to join Markets+ (a regional market) amid concerns over how it fits with EDAM.

The BPA will decide whether to stick with Markets+, switch to EDAM, or choose another option to ensure reliable power for Central Oregon customers.

Ridgeview’s football team beat Crater 37 to 0 at Reece Rollins field — the defense made key stops and recovered fumbles while Bronx Lick and Jordan Rodriguez scored as the team prepares to host Canby next week.

Bend High volleyball team, known as the Lava Bears, is set for another strong season after last year’s state title run as returning talent and newcomers mix on the court.

Their IMC play starts next Thursday against Caldera and continues Saturday with a match against Crescent Valley.