Bend
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Friday, September 13th, 2024
Good morning, Bend. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 13th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Central Oregon city managers discussed challenges and strategies for managing rapid population growth, transportation, and wildfire risks at an annual forum. KBND
- ➤ Bend's Welcoming Week aims to create a welcoming environment for all through a series of events, including community climbing and movie nights, running until September 28. KBND
- ➤ Hundreds of Sunriver residents attended a meeting at Three Rivers Elementary School for updates and safety strategies regarding the Bachelor Complex Fire, highlighting evacuation levels and community preparedness. KTVZ
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Central Oregon Community College seeks public input on the desired qualities for its next president via a virtual forum on September 17. KBND
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Cooler, wetter weather allows firefighters to gain control of the Little Lava Fire, leading to lowered evacuation levels in Sunriver and southern Deschutes County. KTVZ
- ➤ Mt. Bachelor resort remains closed due to nearby Backside Fire, with reopening decisions made daily. KTVZ
- ➤ The Deschutes National Forest expanded its fire closure areas in response to the Bachelor Complex, Flat Top, and Firestone fires, impacting multiple recreational sites and roads. KTVZ
- ➤ Mt. Bachelor is closed due to a Level Three evacuation order from the Bachelor Complex fires, now exceeding 10,000 acres, and a local library event in Sunriver is postponed amid area fire warnings. KBND
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Bend, Oregon police are being trained on a new drug re-criminalization law allowing the option of treatment over jail for certain drug offenses. KBND
- ➤ In a heated debate for Oregon Senate District 27, Democrat Anthony Broadman and Republican Michael Summers accused each other of extreme views, diverging on issues like homelessness, school safety, and legislative walkouts. KTVZ
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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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BACFest 2024 - Beech Aero Club Annual Convention
Experience the annual gathering of the Beech Aero Club featuring activities, maintenance clinics, and tours in beautiful Bend, Oregon.
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Community Tour of KIDS Center
Learn about your community's efforts to end child abuse through a guided tour of the KIDS Center, tracing a child's healing journey and meeting the dedicated staff.
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Oregon Whiskey Festival: A Celebration of Local Distilling Excellence
Experience the best of Oregon's whiskey with tastings, educational opportunities, live music, and gourmet food at this two-day festival dedicated to the art of distilling.
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Oregon Whiskey Festival 2024
Experience the rich flavors of Oregon's finest whiskeys at a vibrant outdoor festival featuring tastings, food trucks, live music, and interactions with local distillers.
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Bayocean: The Lost Resort of Oregon
Learn about the fascinating history of Bayocean, a once-thriving resort town, and its eventual demise due to natural erosion, as shared by author Jerry Sutherland.
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How to Play Didgeridoo: Learn and Experience
Experience the unique sounds and cultural significance of the didgeridoo through a captivating performance and presentation.
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