In this Issue of C.O. Local BUZZ…

🌄 Bend, OR Weather NOAA Forecast for the Cascade Mtns

📰 Local News - What’s a Happening?

 🙌 Central Oregon Gives

 🚨 A father and son from Central Oregon are among three people arrested Monday

💰 $700,000 awarded to eight sustainability projects by Visit Bend Sustainability Fund

🎉 La Pine Chamber of Commerce to host grand opening of new location

🔥 Pile Burning Operations Continue

☠️ Extremely high lead levels found in multiple brands of applesauce puree pouches

💥 3 La Pine HS students with non-life threatening injuries after school bus crash

📅 Lots of Events

❄⛄ Winter Wonderland Downtown Bend

😆 MEME of the day

Northern Oregon Cascades forecast from NOAA

Thursday

A chance of snow showers in the morning. Partly cloudy with a chance of rain showers. Snow level 5000 feet. Chance of precipitation 30 percent.

Thursday Night

Partly cloudy. A slight chance of rain showers in the evening. Snow level 5500 feet. Chance of rain 20 percent.

Friday

Partly cloudy with a 20 percent chance of rain showers. Snow level 6000 feet.

Friday Night

Partly cloudy in the evening, then becoming mostly cloudy. A 50 percent chance of rain showers. Snow level 6500 feet.

Saturday

Rain showers likely. Snow level 6000 feet. Chance of rain 70 percent.

Central Oregon Gives is here!

We are so excited to kick off another season of giving. This year’s campaign is set to run from November 8 – December 31. Feel free to read up on the amazing work that these nonprofits are doing year round and start donating!

Want to get involved? If you are a nonprofit still interested in participating please email us at [email protected].

If you are a business interested in sponsorship, employee matching or incentive donation, email our team at [email protected] to learn more.

A father and son from Central Oregon are among three people arrested Monday

Two individuals from Central Oregon, a father and son, were apprehended on Monday in connection with the distribution of illegal narcotics, notably fentanyl, across the High Desert region. David John Hanegraaf Sr., 64, from Sisters, and his son David Keith Hanegraaf Jr., 45, from Redmond, were taken into custody. Additionally, William Leslie Pelham, 54, residing in Sisters, was also arrested in connection with the case.

Central Oregon Drug Enforcement (CODE) confirmed that the arrests followed the execution of search warrants at two locations: the 3000 block of Obsidian Place in Redmond and the 7000 block of Holmes Road in Sisters.

During a comprehensive two-month investigation, agents from CODE identified the Hanegraafs as individuals engaged in trafficking fentanyl. Allegedly, the father and son were involved in the possession and distribution of substantial amounts of fentanyl within the area.

Following a surveillance operation, authorities apprehended the Hanegraafs as they were leaving their residences, subsequently executing search warrants at their homes, according to CODE.

Reportedly, a search at Hanegraaf Sr.'s residence uncovered a significant quantity of fentanyl, along with cocaine and psilocybin mushrooms, as outlined by CODE. Additionally, authorities discovered multiple firearms and a substantial amount of cash.

Detectives also purportedly dismantled a large-scale commercial marijuana cultivation operation and a laboratory for BHO extraction. According to CODE, the investigation indicated that Hanegraaf Sr. was growing marijuana and distributing the processed substance nationwide.

CODE further stated that a search of Hanegraaf Jr.'s person yielded fentanyl powder, packaging materials, and cash. Evidence allegedly pointing to drug distribution was also found at his residence.

Pelham, identified as a convicted felon, was reportedly residing in a motorhome on Hanegraaf Sr.'s property and managing the marijuana cultivation. The investigation revealed his possession of a rifle.

As per CODE, the Hanegraafs were transported to the Deschutes County Jail and are facing charges related to the unlawful possession and distribution of controlled substances. Additionally, the father is reportedly facing charges related to cocaine possession.

Pelham, on the other hand, was arrested for unlawful possession of a weapon due to his status as a felon, as per CODE's statement.

 $700,000 awarded to eight sustainability projects by Visit Bend Sustainability Fund

Visit Bend has awarded $700,000 to eight community projects in Central Oregon through its Bend Sustainability Fund, according to the destination marketing agency.

The projects were selected from 15 applications that aim to protect, steward or create sustainable experiences in Central Oregon, according to Visit Bend.

The projects are:

• NWX2 LLC, Discovery Park art corridor was awarded a two-year grant of $100,000 to install three art discovery experiences from the point of view of indigenous women in conjunction with The Museum at Warm Springs and The High Desert Museum.

• Bend Park & Recreation District was awarded in a two-year grant of $300,000 to restore and provide access at Miller’s Landing.

• Cascades Theatrical Co. was awarded $55,850 over a year to install new seating.

• Tower Theatre Foundation was awarded $59,500 over a one-year grant to refurbish the venue to bring it up to industry standards, improve amenities, increase Americans with Disability Act seating and repair seating.

• High Desert Climbers Alliance was awarded $20,000 in a one-year grant to enhance climbing safety and conservation efforts at Smith Rock State Park.

• Bend Endurance Academy was awarded a one-year grant for $16,582 for improving climbing capacity at the indoor climbing facility for state and Pacific Northwest events and conferences.

• Bend BMX was awarded a one-year grant of $69,890 to install covered awnings so the group can host the regional Gold Cup championship, a national BMX event.

• Trout Unlimited was awarded $69,850 over two years to support the Lower Fall River Habitat Conservation Project.

The fund has supported 25 projects since it started in 2021 and uses room tax dollars paid by visitors to support tourism related facilities.

For more information about Visit Bend Sustainability Fund visit https://sustainability.visitbend.com/projects/

Pile Burning Operations Continue throughout the Deschutes National Forest: Here are the Scheduled Ignition Locations for the Week.

Bend-Fort Rock Ranger District

• National Forest System lands within Oregon Water Wonderland Subdivision in Sunriver

• Four miles northeast of La Pine along Forest Service Road 9750

• Three miles southeast of La Pine, south of Forest Service Road 2210

• Seven miles northeast of La Pine, north of Paulina Lake Road

• Five miles southwest of Sunriver, between Forest Service Roads 40 and 42

• Cascade Lakes Highway near Crane Prairie

Crescent Ranger District

• 20 miles west of Crescent in the area of Davis Lake

• Two miles west of Crescent, south of Crescent Lake Cutoff Road

• 10 miles west of Crescent, south of Highway 58 and Forest Service Road 6020

Sisters Ranger District

• Metolius Basin, directly west of Camp Sherman

• Two miles north of Black Butte near Forest Service Road 1130

• Half mile south of Suttle Lake near Dark Lake

Piles may smolder, burn, and produce smoke for several days after ignition. Once ignited, firefighters monitor piles until they are declared out. Please do not report ignitions.

While smoke may linger in the area, removing these large accumulations of woody debris during the winter months minimizes fire danger. The piles are concentrations of leftover materials associated with vegetation management activities being done to help maintain and restore forest and ecosystem health while reducing hazardous fuels loading.

What does this mean for you?

The possibility exists for smoke to settle in low-lying areas due to cool night-time temperatures.

• When driving in smoky areas, drivers should slow down and turn on headlights

• If you have heart or lung disease, asthma, or other chronic conditions, ask your doctor about how to protect yourself from smoke

• Go to centraloregonfire.org to learn more about smoke safety and pile burning in Central Oregon

For more information on hazardous fuels reduction projects in Central Oregon, visit centraloregonfire.org/ or fs.usda.gov/deschutes and follow us on Twitter @CentralORFire. Text “COFIRE to 888-777 to receive wildfire and prescribed fire text alerts.

Extremely high lead levels found in multiple brands of applesauce puree pouches

Federal, state and local health officials are issuing an urgent warning to consumers and retailers to not sell, buy or feed recalled WanaBana Apple Cinnamon Fruit Purée pouches because the products may contain extremely high levels of lead.

Multiple children in Oregon with elevated blood lead levels have been identified as having consumed this product. Deschutes County Health Services has confirmed that recently, a Lake County child consumed the recalled product which was purchased in Deschutes County.

WanaBana Apple Cinnamon Fruit Purée Pouches are distributed nationwide through multiple retailers including Amazon, Dollar Tree, and other online outlets.

Also being recalled are:

• Schnucks brand cinnamon-flavored applesauce pouches and variety pack

• Weis brand cinnamon applesauce pouches (i.e., specific lots of UPC 041497216123)

“If you think your child may have consumed recalled fruit pouches in the past few months, you should talk to your child’s healthcare provider about getting a blood test,” said Rita Bacho, Communicable Disease Program Manager with Deschutes County Public Health.

The parents or caregivers should stop feeding their children the recalled fruit pouches regardless if their child has shown any symptoms of lead poisoning.

Symptoms of Lead Toxicity

Lead is toxic to humans and can affect people of any age. Protecting children from exposure to lead is particularly important because they are more susceptible to lead toxicity. Most children have no obvious immediate symptoms. Short term exposure to lead could result in the following symptoms: headache; abdominal pain/colic; vomiting; anemia. Longer term exposure could result in the following additional symptoms: irritability; lethargy; fatigue; muscle aches or muscle prickling/burning; constipation; difficulty concentrating/muscular weakness; tremor; weight loss.

3 La Pine HS students with non-life threatening injuries after school bus crash

At least three La Pine High School students were injured after their school bus lost control, slid off a roadway and hit a tree early Wednesday morning.

It happened on the Crescent Cutoff Road, halfway between Highway 97 and Highway 58.

The Bend-La Pine School District said the bus was carrying nine students and a teacher from La Pine High School to Albany for a welding competition at Linn-Benton Community College. The bus hit ice, lost control and slid off the roadway and hit a tree.

At least three students reported non-life threatening injuries and were transported to St. Charles Medical Center, the district said.

The school district has support staff at La Pine High School to assist any students or staff who may need help.

What’s Up Central Oregon?

❄️Winter Wonderland Downtown Bend

Starting Nov. 15th, Bend downtown stores will be decorating their windows and stores for the 2023 Winter Wonderland contest.  Sponsored by Downtown Bend Association, contest winners will be announced Jan 15th.  In the meantime, wander the streets of downtown seeing the magic that store owners have created for the holidays. 

November 16th (Thursday)

🖼️🎵 Third Thursday At The Grove 921 NW Mt. Washington Dr Bend 5pm to 8pm

🛍️🍷🍺 Ladies Night @Downtown Bend 5pm- 8pm

🎭 Outside Mullingar @The Bend Church 680 Northwest Bond Street Bend 7pm-10pm

🎨🍺Paint & Sip @Initiative Brewing 424 NW 5th St Redmond 6pm-8pm

😆 Andy Woodhull @Volcanic Theatre Pub 1375 SW Commerce Ave, Bend 8pm

November 17th (Friday)

😆 Crackin' Up Comedy - Brent Lowrey @General Duffy’s Annex 404 SW Forest Ave Redmond 8pm-9:30pm

😆 Under The Moon: Comedy @SilverMoon Brewing 24 NW Greenwood Ave Bend 8pm-12am

The 24th Annual Holiday Food & Gift Festival returns to Redmond November 17-19 at the Deschutes County Fair & Expo Center.

November 18th (Saturday)

🎿❄🍺 Ski Wax & Beer @River’s Place 787 NE Purcell Blvd, Bend 12pm-4pm

🩰❄️NUTCRACKER! Magical Christmas Ballet @Tower Theatre Bend 1pm - Other shows available check the website for more info

👨‍👩‍👦‍👦🖼️ Family Fiesta @High Desert Museum 59800 US-97 Bend 1pm-4pm

😆 Improv Showcase 500! Presented By Bend Institute Of Comedy @Open Space Event Studios 220 NE Lafayette Ave Bend 7:30 PM - 09:00 PM

November 19th (Sunday)

🎵 The Young Dubliners @Tower Theatre Bend 7:30pm - 10pm

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