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Central Oregon Wildfire Threat, Family Fun, and Outdoor Adventures: Your Bend Local Roundup
Published 9 months, 1 week ago
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Good morning, this is your Bend Local Frequency for Wednesday, July 16. As Central Oregon greets another sun-soaked morning, crews across the region are still working tirelessly to get a handle on wildfire activity. The Cram Fire burning north of Madras remains a top concern, having rapidly grown to over 28,000 acres with zero percent containment as of last night. Highway 97 north of Madras was closed in both directions due to advancing flames, so if you’re traveling today, keep an eye on Trip Check and heed all posted warnings. Evacuation orders remain in place for parts of Jefferson and Wasco counties, and the state has reinforced fire protection efforts using the Emergency Conflagration Act. As always, your caution could make a difference — help firefighters by avoiding fire-prone activities and keeping an eye out for smoke while on the roads.
In lighter news for the day ahead, families can beat the heat and spark young imaginations at Barnes and Noble, where local author Mindy Dougherty will be reading her children’s book A Dragon’s Voice at 11 this morning. For adults interested in the great outdoors, today also brings the online session Wild About Nature: Introducing Wetlands, a fantastic resource for anyone wanting to learn more about Bend’s natural treasures.
If you’re headed out for free time, Recreation on the Deschutes River, hiking trails, and specialized bike paths are all open, though please check fire conditions before venturing into nearby forests. Wildfire smoke lingers in some areas, so bring plenty of water and consider a mask if you’re sensitive. Speaking of bikes, fresh off the inaugural Bend Dirt Fest, mountain biking enthusiasm is going strong — and if you missed it, keep your eyes on local bulletin boards for more trail-centered events next week.
For the kids, the Central Oregon summer lunch programs continue at area parks and schools, ensuring healthy meals for ages 1 to 18 across the region. And while daytime brings heat, tonight’s skies offer a stellar view for Central Oregon stargazers, so grab a blanket and head out after dusk for a dark sky adventure. Looking ahead, plan to check out Thump’s Summer Music and Pizza Night on July 25th featuring local artists, wood-fired pies, and stunning mountain views — a perfect summer kickoff.
On the public safety front, Bend Police made quick work of a domestic violence investigation on the city’s west side last week, with a suspect arrested following a standoff. And for those in Sisters, all three occupants survived a small plane crash this past weekend northeast of town; a testament to our local first responders’ skill and teamwork.
And finally, a reminder that with ODOT workforce reductions, Sister’s roads will now be covered by the Bend Station crew, a notable change heading into the busy summer travel season. Everyone driving Highway 97 or toward the Santiam Junction should plan ahead.
This has been Bend Local Frequency. We'll see you tomorrow with more local updates.
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In lighter news for the day ahead, families can beat the heat and spark young imaginations at Barnes and Noble, where local author Mindy Dougherty will be reading her children’s book A Dragon’s Voice at 11 this morning. For adults interested in the great outdoors, today also brings the online session Wild About Nature: Introducing Wetlands, a fantastic resource for anyone wanting to learn more about Bend’s natural treasures.
If you’re headed out for free time, Recreation on the Deschutes River, hiking trails, and specialized bike paths are all open, though please check fire conditions before venturing into nearby forests. Wildfire smoke lingers in some areas, so bring plenty of water and consider a mask if you’re sensitive. Speaking of bikes, fresh off the inaugural Bend Dirt Fest, mountain biking enthusiasm is going strong — and if you missed it, keep your eyes on local bulletin boards for more trail-centered events next week.
For the kids, the Central Oregon summer lunch programs continue at area parks and schools, ensuring healthy meals for ages 1 to 18 across the region. And while daytime brings heat, tonight’s skies offer a stellar view for Central Oregon stargazers, so grab a blanket and head out after dusk for a dark sky adventure. Looking ahead, plan to check out Thump’s Summer Music and Pizza Night on July 25th featuring local artists, wood-fired pies, and stunning mountain views — a perfect summer kickoff.
On the public safety front, Bend Police made quick work of a domestic violence investigation on the city’s west side last week, with a suspect arrested following a standoff. And for those in Sisters, all three occupants survived a small plane crash this past weekend northeast of town; a testament to our local first responders’ skill and teamwork.
And finally, a reminder that with ODOT workforce reductions, Sister’s roads will now be covered by the Bend Station crew, a notable change heading into the busy summer travel season. Everyone driving Highway 97 or toward the Santiam Junction should plan ahead.
This has been Bend Local Frequency. We'll see you tomorrow with more local updates.
For more http://www.quietplease.ai
Get the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOta
This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI