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Bend Bike Fest Kicks Off, Prescribed Burns Heat Up South of Town
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Good morning, this is your Bend Local Frequency for Saturday, April 25th. Kick off your weekend with the pedal-to-the-metal energy of the second annual Bend Bike Fest, roaring through today and wrapping up tomorrow. Hosted by Bend Endurance Academy, this massive cycling bash is drawing riders, families, and trail lovers for demos, group rides, kids events, and a huge bike swap—check bendbikefest.com for the full lineup. Whether youre dusting off your mountain bike or just cheering from the sidelines, its the perfect way to celebrate our world-class riding season and connect with the community that keeps Bends outdoor spirit alive.[2]
While youre out pedaling, keep an eye on the skies south of town—fire crews are igniting a prescribed burn at 11 a.m. on 80 acres, about four miles west of the Highway 58 and 97 junction. Its part of proactive efforts to thin fuels and reduce wildfire risks, alongside similar burns yesterday near Sisters. These controlled fires mean cleaner air long-term for our forests, but expect some smoke drifting around, so plan your routes accordingly and stay updated via local alerts.[1][3]
Today also brings a green opportunity you wont want to miss: Mt. Bachelor Rotary, Bend Rotary, and Greater Bend Rotary are hosting a free lithium-ion battery recycling event right here in Bend. Drop off those old phone batteries, vape devices, or e-bike packs to keep toxins out of our landfills and protect the Deschutes waterways we all love. Its a quick, feel-good stop that makes a real dent in our waste stream.[6]
On the community front, the Bend Chamber just spotlighted bold HOME in Action strategies to tackle our housing crunch, like tying fees to new developments, vacancy taxes, and incentives for deed-restricted affordable units. These ideas could unlock more homes for families and workers, stabilizing rents and fueling our growing economy—watch for public input soon as they take shape.[4]
Mark your calendars for next weeks big reveal: Central Oregon Community College hosts a ribbon cutting and open house for its expanded Madras campus on Thursday evening, boosting early childhood ed and health care training right in Jefferson County. Closer to home, our high desert trails are calling with lengthening days—pack water for those exposed rides, as midday sun ramps up fast.[12][8]
This has been Bend Local Frequency. Well see you tomorrow with more local updates.
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While youre out pedaling, keep an eye on the skies south of town—fire crews are igniting a prescribed burn at 11 a.m. on 80 acres, about four miles west of the Highway 58 and 97 junction. Its part of proactive efforts to thin fuels and reduce wildfire risks, alongside similar burns yesterday near Sisters. These controlled fires mean cleaner air long-term for our forests, but expect some smoke drifting around, so plan your routes accordingly and stay updated via local alerts.[1][3]
Today also brings a green opportunity you wont want to miss: Mt. Bachelor Rotary, Bend Rotary, and Greater Bend Rotary are hosting a free lithium-ion battery recycling event right here in Bend. Drop off those old phone batteries, vape devices, or e-bike packs to keep toxins out of our landfills and protect the Deschutes waterways we all love. Its a quick, feel-good stop that makes a real dent in our waste stream.[6]
On the community front, the Bend Chamber just spotlighted bold HOME in Action strategies to tackle our housing crunch, like tying fees to new developments, vacancy taxes, and incentives for deed-restricted affordable units. These ideas could unlock more homes for families and workers, stabilizing rents and fueling our growing economy—watch for public input soon as they take shape.[4]
Mark your calendars for next weeks big reveal: Central Oregon Community College hosts a ribbon cutting and open house for its expanded Madras campus on Thursday evening, boosting early childhood ed and health care training right in Jefferson County. Closer to home, our high desert trails are calling with lengthening days—pack water for those exposed rides, as midday sun ramps up fast.[12][8]
This has been Bend Local Frequency. Well 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