Bend
Daily News
Friday, October 11th, 2024
Good morning, Bend. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 11th of October.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A dust devil injured several individuals, including Deschutes County Commissioner Patti Adair, by hurling a tent into a crowd at a highway completion ceremony in Bend. Bend Bulletin
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Little Lava Fire, part of the Bachelor Complex Fires, has expanded due to warm conditions and strong winds, leading to new closures in the Deschutes National Forest. Source Weekly
- ➤ The Deschutes National Forest has broadened temporary closures in response to increased fire activity from the Little Lava Fire within the Bachelor Complex. Central Oregon Daily
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Deschutes County implements a deflection program offering treatment instead of jail for drug possession after reversing parts of Oregon's Measure 110 which decriminalized drug possession. Central Oregon Daily
- ➤ In the Bend City Council Seat 1 race, the council's recent appointee competes with a 26-year-old political newcomer. Bend Bulletin
- ➤ The Oregon Transportation Commission discussed updates on rectifying DMV voter registration errors and measures to prevent future issues, alongside inaugurating the Bend North Corridor Project. KTVZ
- ➤ Sgt. Kent Vander Kamp, running for Deschutes County Sheriff, seeks a court order to withhold his 30-year-old employment records from public disclosure. KBND
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ An Oregon coalition is working to ban the sale of flavored nicotine and tobacco products, a move supported by 61% of Oregon voters, amid challenges and differing opinions. KTVZ
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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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Charles Wesley Godwin Live Concert
Experience a captivating live performance by Charles Wesley Godwin at the Midtown Ballroom in Bend, Oregon.
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Meet Your SCORE Mentor: Free Business Mentoring Session
Experience valuable one-on-one mentoring sessions with experienced business owners from SCORE Central Oregon to support your entrepreneurial journey.
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~ Tony Robbins
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