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Friday, November 22nd, 2024

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Good morning, Bend. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 22nd of November.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Mt. Bachelor ski resort near Bend, Oregon, announces it will open to all with a 54-inch snow base, the highest November measurement in nearly 20 years, and expects an additional two feet of snow this week.  KBND
  • The Cascade Relays Foundation and FootZone are hosting their annual 'I Like Pie' walk and run in Bend's Old Mill District on Thanksgiving morning.  Bend Bulletin

CRIME NEWS

  • Operation Trick or Treat 2, a nationwide sex offender compliance operation, resulted in 331 arrests and was a multi-agency effort led by Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office and the U.S. Marshals Service.  KTVZ

EDUCATION NEWS

  • Bend-La Pine students explored post-graduation paths on College and Career Day by dressing as professionals or wearing collegiate apparel.  KBND
  • Oregon sees improved school attendance and a higher percentage of ninth-graders on track for timely graduation according to new state data.  KTVZ

ENVIRONMENT NEWS

  • Deschutes National Forest enacts winter closures in four areas from Dec. 1 to Mar. 31 to protect deer and elk habitats.  KTVZ

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • The City of Bend is considering two sites for a one-time urban growth boundary expansion, to include affordable and market-rate housing, under new Oregon legislation to streamline the process.  Source Weekly
  • Bend, Oregon city councilors voted to adopt development code changes to align with state laws promoting affordable housing while ensuring protection for parks and public lands.  KTVZ

LIFESTYLE NEWS

  • Project Airtime and Astro Paragliding in Central Oregon empower individuals with disabilities by providing adaptive paragliding experiences, offering a sense of freedom and adventure.  Central Oregon Daily

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • Music Masters Series: Violin and Viola Recital

    Experience world-class musicianship as renowned violinist Casey Bozell and violist Darian Todd lead a masterclass and recital spotlighting their instruments.

    Sat, 11/23/24

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  • Seven Chakra Healing Sound Bath Journey

    Experience a transformative 60-minute sound healing journey utilizing authentic Tibetan singing bowls to balance and harmonize the seven chakras.

    Sun, 11/24/24

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  • Teen Dungeons & Dragons One-Shot Adventure

    Experience an exciting one-session Dungeons & Dragons campaign designed for teens over the fall break at the Downtown Bend Library.

    Mon, 11/25/24

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  • Trivia Night at Mountain Burger

    Experience a fun-filled trivia night suitable for all ages, complete with delicious food and friendly competition for prizes.

    Tue, 11/26/24

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  • Thrive Central Oregon Drop-In Consultations

    Experience valuable social services assistance to connect with local resources.

    Wed, 11/27/24

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  • Thanksgiving Celebration at Greg's Grill

    Celebrate Thanksgiving with a delightful dine-in experience or takeout from Greg's Grill in Bend.

    Thu, 11/28/24

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  • SantaLand Holiday Celebration

    Experience the festive spirit of the holidays at SantaLand, where families can meet Santa, enjoy the Tree of Joy, and send letters to the North Pole.

    Fri, 11/29/24

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  • Shop Small Saturday Holiday Market at The Commons

    Experience a vibrant holiday market featuring local vendors and artists, perfect for finding unique gifts for the family while supporting the community.

    Sat, 11/30/24

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  • The Nutcracker: A Child's Tale

    Experience the enchanting holiday ballet where a young girl named Clara befriends a nutcracker who comes to life to battle an evil mouse king and take her to a magical land.

    Sun, 12/1/24

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  • Preschool Story Time at Downtown Bend Library

    Experience engaging stories, songs, and rhymes designed to develop early literacy skills for children ages 3-5.

    Mon, 12/2/24

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REAL ESTATE

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JOB BOARD

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT

Until you make the unconscious conscious, it will direct your life and you will call it fate.

~ Carl Jung

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