Bend
Daily News
Wednesday, October 9th, 2024
Good morning, Bend. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 9th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Leatherman's multitool and Epic Aircraft's E1000 GX advance to the final round of Oregon's Coolest Thing Made competition, with the winner to be announced on Oct. 23. KTVZ
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Ellen Waterston, Oregon's 11th poet laureate, aims to broaden poetry's appeal and demonstrate its versatility across the state through her two-year term. The Oregonian
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ The 21st annual Bend Venture Conference will feature five promising Growth Stage finalist companies vying for significant funding to fuel their rapid expansion. KTVZ
- ➤ Serán BioScience is constructing new pharmaceutical warehouses in NE Bend for drug development operations, set to complete in 2025. Bend Bulletin
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Pine Fire, located 22 miles southeast of Bend, has expanded to 7,020 acres and is currently 25% contained. Bend Bulletin
- ➤ Evacuation orders were issued near Bend, Oregon, due to a 2,000-acre wildfire on Bureau of Land Management land. The Oregonian
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Deschutes County to mail over 160,000 General Election ballots next week, urging voters to register or update their registration by October 15 and providing key dates and information for Election Day. KTVZ
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ This week's Park Pick feature on NewsChannel 21 highlights Big Sky Park & Luke Damon Sports Complex in Bend as a prime location for various sports, including baseball, soccer, and BMX biking. KTVZ
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Culinary Journey Through the Decades - 50th Anniversary Dinner
Experience a unique dining event at Riverhouse Lodge that celebrates five decades of culinary delights.
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Creative Movement Lab Workshop
Experience a fun and engaging workshop focused on enhancing hand/eye coordination and participation skills through various creative materials.
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Monster Masquerade for Kids
Experience a creative Halloween-themed workshop where children ages 3-10 can craft their own monster masks accompanied by a caregiver.
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Family-Friendly Cars & Coffee Gathering at Old Mill
Experience a welcoming environment for car enthusiasts and families to gather, share stories, and enjoy coffee at Sisters Coffee Company.
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Beertown Comedy Open Mic Night at Silver Moon Brewing
Experience a fun and lively open mic comedy night where locals can showcase their talent every Monday in a supportive environment.
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Volunteer Happy Hour in the Garden
Experience a community-driven volunteer effort to maintain the Kansas Avenue Learning Garden while enjoying a casual atmosphere.
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BOW BootCamp Educational Sessions for Start-ups
Learn from top industry experts in the outdoor business sector through a series of informative sessions focused on sales, funding, and entrepreneurial success stories.
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Community Tour of KIDS Center
Experience a guided tour of KIDS Center, where you'll learn about efforts to end child abuse and the healing journey of children in your community.
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ASPIRE Fall Conference at OSU Cascades
Learn about various Career and College Readiness topics through keynote sessions and breakout workshops at the ASPIRE Fall Conference.
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How to Listen to Music Actively
Experience music through a deeper understanding at this engaging session.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Other people's opinion of you does not have to become your reality.
~ Les Brown
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