Bend
Daily News
Saturday, October 12th, 2024
Good morning, Bend. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 12th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Lava Island Fish Rescue requires volunteers to save stranded fish in the Deschutes River, an event diminishing in necessity because of effective river restoration efforts. KTVZ
- ➤ Former employees allege they were denied domestic violence services by Saving Grace, a non-profit they worked for, despite its policy of helping all victims, including employees. KTVZ
- ➤ The Costco on Bend's east side is closing on Oct. 18 to open a new store with added amenities on the north end the following day. Central Oregon Daily
- ➤ Deschutes County commissioners and Bend city councilors are set to discuss resolutions for a Temporary Safe Stay Area in Juniper Ridge to address homelessness, including a $1.5 million investment in Safe Parking and case management services. KTVZ
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The 21st Annual Bend Film Festival in Oregon features over 100 independent films and 125 filmmakers across several venues, running from Thursday to Sunday. KTVZ
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Oregon Department of Environmental Quality extended its air quality advisory due to wildfire smoke affecting several counties, anticipating improvement with forecasted rains on Oct. 15. KTVZ
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Michael Summers and Anthony Broadman present their electoral platforms as they contest for an open Oregon senate seat, emphasizing unity and public service with ballots to be mailed soon. Central Oregon Daily
- ➤ Deschutes County Sheriff candidate, Sgt. Kent Vander Kamp, voluntarily releases previously contested documents from his tenure as a reserve officer in California, amid a public records dispute. Central Oregon Daily
- ➤ Deschutes County Clerk's Office to conduct a public vote counting system test on Oct. 14 to ensure election security and integrity. County of Deschutes
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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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Free Child Development Training for Parents and Caregivers in Bend
Learn about children's development stages and effective communication strategies at this informative training session designed for parents and caregivers.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
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~ Les Brown
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