Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 14th of September.
Good morning, Bend.
🏘️ Community
On Sunday, thousands of colorful rubber ducks floated down the Deschutes River in Bend for the 37th Great Drake Park Duck Race, raising funds for local nonprofits (Friends of the Children, KIDS Center, Saving Grace, and Family Kitchen) while a raffle offered 20 prizes including a $5,000 cash grand prize.
🌲 Environment
Crews continue repair work along the Rowe Creek Complex, Shingle, Henry and Coyote fire areas following Saturday night's rain that created slick conditions.
Managers are assessing safe repair zones and reassigning extra resources today (a forward operating base in Paulina helps reduce drive time) while some closure signs remain.
🏥 Health
On Sunday, dozens gathered at Pioneer Park for the Walk for Recovery to support those in recovery and raise awareness about addiction and mental health services + the event aimed to break stigma and encourage open conversation on treatment access.
Health officials report low kindergarten vaccination rates in Central Oregon amid a rising measles outbreak as schools resume today.
They urge parents to visit local clinics in Bend and Redmond to update required vaccines for their children.
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