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Bend Local Frequency: Honoring Chief Heath, Spring Rescues, and Community Events
Published 3 weeks, 4 days ago
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Good morning, this is your Bend Local Frequency for Wednesday, April 1st.
As we start this crisp spring day, flags across Oregon public buildings including right here in Bend are flying at half-staff from sunrise to sunset, honoring Chief Delvis Heath Senior of the Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs, who passed away on Saturday. Governor Tina Kotek issued the order to coincide with his funeral in The Dalles and sunrise burial in Simnasho, recognizing a lifetime of leadership and devotion to his community that touched many lives beyond the reservation, reminding us of the deep connections weaving through Central Oregon.[1][5]
Shifting to our adventurous side, a daring rescue unfolded Monday evening when Deschutes County Sheriff's Search and Rescue volunteers teamed up with an Oregon Army National Guard Black Hawk helicopter to airlift a 44-year-old Bend snowboarder injured on the steep, snowy Tam McArthur Rim at the base of Broken Top Mountain. Found at 7350 feet, she was stabilized by a paramedic aboard and flown to St. Charles Bend, a testament to the seamless coordination keeping our backcountry explorers safe as snow lingers into spring.[3]
Over at Central Oregon Community College, classified union workers are on the edge, prepared to strike as early as today after declaring impasse in February over wages that leave many facing food and housing insecurity amid Bend's skyrocketing cost of living. Union president Scott Dove points out other local public employers have stepped up with raises, urging COCC to follow suit so staff can thrive, not just survive, in the community they serve.[10]
And for your fun agenda, mark your calendars for the Oktoberfest Community Ride this Friday at noon, hosted by Dirty Freehub. With the route freshly rerouted around road closures, it's your chance to test the new path, grab a brew, and pedal through Bend's vibrant trails with fellow enthusiasts. Looking ahead, Bend Dance Project's Kaleidoscope 2026 marks their 20th anniversary with fresh concert dance works by local and guest talents at Tower Theatre on May 30, tickets dropping public sale tomorrow morning after member presale. Don't miss Downtown Bend's First Friday Art Walk kicking off monthly from 5 to 8pm, blending art, culture, and community vibes. Plus, Realms High School's McMenamins fundraiser on April 21st from 5 to 10pm supports our kids' education with good eats and drinks.[2][4][6][8]
Meanwhile, PacifiCorp customers note approved rate hikes from updated fuel and power costs, so keep an eye on those bills as we power through the season.[11]
This has been Bend Local Frequency. We'll see you tomorrow with more local updates.
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As we start this crisp spring day, flags across Oregon public buildings including right here in Bend are flying at half-staff from sunrise to sunset, honoring Chief Delvis Heath Senior of the Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs, who passed away on Saturday. Governor Tina Kotek issued the order to coincide with his funeral in The Dalles and sunrise burial in Simnasho, recognizing a lifetime of leadership and devotion to his community that touched many lives beyond the reservation, reminding us of the deep connections weaving through Central Oregon.[1][5]
Shifting to our adventurous side, a daring rescue unfolded Monday evening when Deschutes County Sheriff's Search and Rescue volunteers teamed up with an Oregon Army National Guard Black Hawk helicopter to airlift a 44-year-old Bend snowboarder injured on the steep, snowy Tam McArthur Rim at the base of Broken Top Mountain. Found at 7350 feet, she was stabilized by a paramedic aboard and flown to St. Charles Bend, a testament to the seamless coordination keeping our backcountry explorers safe as snow lingers into spring.[3]
Over at Central Oregon Community College, classified union workers are on the edge, prepared to strike as early as today after declaring impasse in February over wages that leave many facing food and housing insecurity amid Bend's skyrocketing cost of living. Union president Scott Dove points out other local public employers have stepped up with raises, urging COCC to follow suit so staff can thrive, not just survive, in the community they serve.[10]
And for your fun agenda, mark your calendars for the Oktoberfest Community Ride this Friday at noon, hosted by Dirty Freehub. With the route freshly rerouted around road closures, it's your chance to test the new path, grab a brew, and pedal through Bend's vibrant trails with fellow enthusiasts. Looking ahead, Bend Dance Project's Kaleidoscope 2026 marks their 20th anniversary with fresh concert dance works by local and guest talents at Tower Theatre on May 30, tickets dropping public sale tomorrow morning after member presale. Don't miss Downtown Bend's First Friday Art Walk kicking off monthly from 5 to 8pm, blending art, culture, and community vibes. Plus, Realms High School's McMenamins fundraiser on April 21st from 5 to 10pm supports our kids' education with good eats and drinks.[2][4][6][8]
Meanwhile, PacifiCorp customers note approved rate hikes from updated fuel and power costs, so keep an eye on those bills as we power through the season.[11]
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