Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 20th of September.
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🏘️ Community
The Council on Aging in Central Oregon is running a Food 'Fur' All campaign to provide seniors with free pet food, supplies, and veterinary care.
A community initiative to acquire Mt. Bachelor ski resort is underway, with fundraising efforts starting and local government support sought.
🚨 Crime
A Bend man was arrested for transporting fentanyl from Portland to Central Oregon after a traffic stop revealed drugs under the passenger seat.
🎓 Education
Debra Sayre, a special education and language arts teacher at the Central Oregon Intergovernmental Council in La Pine, was honored as one of Oregon's 2024-25 Regional Teachers of the Year for her dedication to students living in poverty.
🌲 Environment
Central Oregon public lands will implement Stage 1 fire restrictions due to cooler weather and reduced fire occurrences, impacting various campgrounds and activities.
🏛️ Government
The Bend City Council approved the sale of two city-owned lots in Juniper Ridge to Taylor Brooks for $8 million and the purchase of three Core Area lots for $3.5 million to support employment and public use developments.
The U.S. Forest Service will begin a major paving project on China Hat Road, southeast of Bend, following delays caused by the summer's excessive heat.
🎉 Bend Events
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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.
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.
How to Play Didgeridoo: Learn and Experience
Experience the unique sounds and cultural significance of the didgeridoo through a captivating performance and presentation.
September Women in STEAM Networking Happy Hour
Connect with fellow women and non-binary professionals in STEAM at a casual happy hour gathering at Lifty's, featuring networking opportunities and local flavors.
Thrive Central Oregon Resource Drop-In Consultations
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Interactive Family Story Time
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Bend Library Book Club Discussion
Discuss the novel 'Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Tomorrow' by Gabrielle Zevin at the Downtown Bend Library.
Sustainable Building Solutions Tour
Experience innovative approaches to reduce the climate impact of buildings in Central Oregon through a tour showcasing sustainable structures and practices.
RIMS Western Regional Conference 2024
Engage with industry peers and gain insights into risk management and insurance at the RIMS Western Regional Conference in Sunriver, Oregon.
Thrive Central Oregon Support Consultations
Experience valuable drop-in consultations for social services assistance that connect you with essential resources.
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