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Issue #063
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In this Issue of C.O. Local BUZZ…
🤔Local Trivia
🌄 Bend, OR Weather
📰 Local News - What’s a Happening?
🚨Accidental Shooting Sends Seven-Year-Old to Hospital
🚨😯Human Remains Located in Vacant Field Near Landfill Determined to be a Disposal Error
❄️🏔️🛷Local woman places top five in Idaho Sled Dog Challenge’s Warm Lake Stage Race
🏛️Redmond City Council approves 12.5% rental car tax, starting March 1, to help fund transportation projects
🙌🍺Craft Kitchen and Brewery holds ‘closet cleanout’ to help the community
😁 MEME of the Day
📅 Lots of Events
🙌Local Cause Spotlight - Empowering Inclusivity: Oregon Adaptive Sports
What unique geological feature is Smith Rock known for?
A) Volcanic craters
B) Sand dunes
C) Basalt columns
D) Tuff and basalt rock formations
👇Find the Answer at the end of the Newletter👇
BEND
Accidental Shooting Sends Seven-Year-Old to Hospital
Bend, OR - On January 28th, 2024, at approximately 2:30 pm, the Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office was dispatched to 64000 block of Hunnell Road to a report of an apparent gunshot wound. Initial reports detailed a 7-year-old male was accidentally shot while a family member was manipulating a handgun.
During the course of the investigation, it was learned Roy Ipock was manipulating a handgun in the living room of his residence. His 7-year-old son was in the room as well when the firearm discharged a round striking him in the area of his armpit. The 7-year-old was transported to St. Charles Bend, and eventually to a Portland area hospital where he is currently in stable condition.
Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office Detectives assisted with the investigation, interviewing all subjects present, applying for and being granted a search warrant for the residence, collecting evidence related to the investigation.
Roy Ipock cooperated with the investigation and was issued a citation in lieu of custody for the above-mentioned crimes.
This investigation is on-going, further details may be released when they become available.
Human Remains Located in Vacant Field Near Landfill Determined to be a Disposal Error
Bend, OR - On January 21st, 2024, the Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office was dispatched to a report of possible human remains located near the Knott Landfill.
The reporting party had been walking a number of dogs in a field across 27th Street from the Knott Landfill when one of the dogs returned with what initially appeared to be a portion of a human foot.
Deputies responded to the location and secured the item which was determined to indeed be a portion of a human foot. Investigators contacted numerous agencies to assist with the peculiar case. The State of Oregon Medical Examiner’s Office, Oregon State Police Forensic Anthropology Unit, Deschutes County Medical Examiner’s Office, and the Deschutes County District Attorney’s Office all assisted with helping identify how the human remains could end up in a vacant field near the landfill.
Investigators have determined the partial remains are not suspicious in nature and more likely than not is a result of accidental improper disposal. It is with a high degree of confidence the remains are a result of a medical procedure (an amputation).
Local woman places top five in Idaho Sled Dog Challenge’s Warm Lake Stage Race
Warm Lake, Idaho - Three Oregon competitors, one a local Bend woman, place in the top five for the Idaho Sled Dog Challenge’s Warm Lake Stage Race.
The second-annual 52-mile race was the only one that organizers weren’t forced to cancel this year due to low snowfall and poor trail conditions.
Craig Anderson from Enterprise, Oregon took second place, his wife, Renee Grandi, took fourth, and a local Bend woman Jane Devlin placed in fifth.
Clayton Perry from Power, Montana, took first place in the Warm Lake Stage Race, with Craig Anderson from Enterprise, Oregon, and Trace Drake from San Angelo, Texas, capturing second and third place, respectively.
Final race standings for the Warm Lake Stage Race:
1. Clayton Perry (Power, MT) — bib #6 — 5:38:31 total time — 9.93 mph avg.
2. Craig Anderson (Enterprise, OR) — bib #4 — 5:55:57 total time — 9.44 mph avg.
3. Trace Drake (San Angelo, TX) — bib #1 — 6:05:26 total time — 8.89 mph avg.
4. Renee Grandi (Enterprise, OR) — bib #7 — 6:19:23 total time — 8.36 mph avg.
5. Jane Devlin (Bend, OR) — bib #5 — 7:08:52 total time — 7.83 mph avg.
6. Liz Nevills (Middleton, ID) — bib #3 — 9:18:51 total time — 6.01 mph avg.
7. Caroline Nevills (Middleton, ID) — bib #2 — total time N/A — 6.01 mph avg.
Race organizers announced they were cancelling the 2024 ceremonial start, 100-mile race, and 300-mile race. They had been closely monitoring trail conditions the past several weeks and with recent snowfall decided on January, 15 the races were a go. However, race organizers decided to rescind that decision on Tuesday.
“Trail conditions have rapidly deteriorated over the last several days with above-freezing temperatures and rain,” race founder and organizer Jerry Wortley said. “According to weather forecasts, conditions will continue to get worse, making the trails unsafe for the dogs and their mushers.”
The Idaho Sled Dog Challenge is part of the Rocky Mountain Triple Crown, which also includes the Eagle Cap Extreme near Joseph, Oregon, and the Race to the Sky near Lincoln, Montana. The former was cancelled several weeks ago due to lack of snow, and organizers of the latter race announced its cancellation on Monday.
Wortley said, the Idaho Sled Dog Challenge is looking forward to hosting its 2025 events and that dates will be set in the coming weeks.
For more information about the races visit https://idahosleddogchallenge.com/
Redmond City Council approves 12.5% rental car tax, starting March 1, to help fund transportation projects
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) – The Redmond City Council has unanimously approved implementing a 12.5% rental car tax that’s due to take effect March 1, to help fill a funding gap on needed transportation projects, beginning with the Eastside Arterial Project.
The city’s recent five-year Transportation Capital Improvement Program identifies $64 million worth of projects, and existing resources estimated at $37 million, leaving a 42% funding gap.
The new citywide car rental tax of $12.5% of gross rental fees, including at the Redmond Airport, is designed to have visitors to the community help fund the needs for its streets, staff said. At least three other Oregon jurisdictions – Medford and Lane and Multnomah counties – have fees of 12-17% on gross rental fees. It’s expected to bring in about $2 million in revenue.
As an example, a three-day rental of a mid-sized car in Redmond costs about $51 a day, or $154, before other taxes or fees. The 12.5% rental car tax would add about $19, or $6 a day to that cost.
The city did exempt some rentals, specifically of RVs and rental trucks, from the new fee.
Before Tuesday night's vote, city councilors Tobias Colvin and Cat Zwicker were among those surprised such a tax already wasn’t levied by the city, to have visitors help pay for street needs.
The post Redmond City Council approves 12.5% rental car tax, starting March 1, to help fund transportation projects appeared first on KTVZ .
Craft Kitchen and Brewery holds ‘closet cleanout’ to help the community
Bend, OR - Craft Kitchen and Brewery helps those in need with the first ever ‘Craft Closet Cleanout’ event on Saturday. Craft Kitchen and Brewery cleaned out closets and collected new and gently used clothing. The community was invited to stop by and take what they needed at no cost. Over 50 bags of clothing were brought in for men, women, and children to choose from. The remaining items from the event will be given to local shelters, charities and community centers.
The Closet Cleanout event is planned to be held four times a year.
For future dates or to donate items, check out Craft Kitchen and Brewery’s Facebook page.
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Upcoming Events
What’s Up Central Oregon
Special Fundraiser Event coming up for one of our favorite Non-Profits
Tuesday January 30th
Pop Up Yoga at Hanai 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM Hanai Center Hanai 62430 Eagle Rd. Bend Tickets $22 Event Details
Lunch & Learn 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM Redmond Chamber of Commerce & CVB 446 SW 7th St Redmond Event Details
Bend Roots Radio with Docs of Rock 6:00 PM Silver Moon Brewing 24 NW Greenwood Ave Bend Event Details
Wednesday January 31st
Family Night - Dinner & Ministry 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM First Assembly of God Prineville 839 S Main St Prinveville Event Details
Comedy Open Mic - Rotating Hosts 8:00 PM - 10:00 PM Craft Kitchen & Brewery 62988 Layton Ave #103 Bend Event Details
Live Music at Va Piano Vineyards 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM Old Mill District Bend Event Details
Thursday February 1st
Long Gone Wilder 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM The Stihl Whiskey Bar 550 NW Franklin Ave Bend Event Details
Inro to the Joy of Capoeira 7:15 PM - 8:30 PM High Desert Martial Arts 20713 NE Empire Ave Bend Tickets Event Details
Friday February 2nd
First Friday Artwalk Downtown Bend 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Imbolc Astrological Medicine Crafting w/Jasmine Kocie 5:30 PM The People’s Apothecary 1841 NE Division St Ste 150 Bend Tickets $55 + $2 Transaction Fee per class Event Details
Open Heart Open Mic: A Night of Sacred Passion 6:00 PM Hawthorn Healing Arts Center 39 NW Louisiana Ave Bend Event Details
Thoroughly Modern Productions: The Little Mermaid 7:30 PM Tower Theatre Bend Tickets $35.50 - $55.50 (plus $4 Historic Preservation fee) Event Details
Saturday February 3rd
HDFFA’s First Annual SOUPer Bowl 12pm - 3 pm Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Central Oregon 19227 NW Skyliners Rd Bend Tickets $15 Event Details
Book Reading & Signing w/Local author Theodore Perez 1:00 PM The Bohemian Peddler’s Black Bird Magical Tea & Tales 185 SE E St Madras Event Details
Flannel Fest - Winter Warmer Ale Festival 12:00 PM - 6:00 PM Midtown Yacht Club 373 NE Quimby Ave Bend Event Details
Service Workshop 1:00 PM Wildhorse Harley-Davidson 63028 Sherman Rd Bend Event Details
Sunday February 4th
Bluegrass Jam Circle 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM Bevel Craft Brewing 911 SE Armour Rd Bend Event Details
Open Mic Night 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM Silver Moon Brewing 24 NW Greenwood Ave Bend Event Details
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This Week’s Local Cause Spotlight is Oregon Adaptive Sports
Empowering Inclusivity: Oregon Adaptive Sports
Changing Lives Through Adaptive Sports
Oregon Adaptive Sports (OAS) is a remarkable non-profit organization dedicated to providing life-changing outdoor recreational experiences for individuals with disabilities. Nestled in the heart of Oregon, OAS has been on a mission to break down barriers and promote inclusivity through adaptive sports.
About Oregon Adaptive Sports
At the core of OAS's mission lies the belief that everyone, regardless of physical or cognitive challenges, deserves the opportunity to enjoy the great outdoors. Founded in 1996, this non-profit organization has been instrumental in creating a welcoming and supportive community that empowers individuals to overcome obstacles and achieve their fullest potential.
OAS offers a wide range of adaptive sports and activities, including skiing, snowboarding, cycling, rock climbing, and more. The organization's highly trained staff and volunteers work tirelessly to ensure that individuals with disabilities have access to these exhilarating experiences. By adapting equipment and using specialized teaching techniques, OAS enables participants to engage in activities they may have thought were beyond their reach.
Inclusivity Through Sports
One of the remarkable aspects of Oregon Adaptive Sports is its commitment to inclusivity. The organization serves individuals with a variety of disabilities, including physical, cognitive, and sensory impairments. Through personalized instruction and adaptive equipment, OAS levels the playing field, allowing everyone to enjoy the thrill of outdoor sports.
The impact of OAS extends far beyond the slopes or trails. Participants often find renewed confidence, a sense of belonging, and improved physical fitness. By fostering an environment of support and camaraderie, OAS helps individuals build lasting friendships and develop vital life skills.
Volunteer Opportunities
Oregon Adaptive Sports would not be able to achieve its mission without the dedication of its volunteers. Volunteers are the lifeblood of this organization, and they play a crucial role in helping individuals with disabilities experience the joy of outdoor sports.
If you're passionate about making a difference and would like to get involved, OAS offers various volunteer opportunities. Whether you're an experienced outdoor enthusiast or new to adaptive sports, there's a place for you in this inspiring community.
To learn more about how you can become a volunteer, visit the Volunteer page on the Oregon Adaptive Sports website.
Join the Movement
Oregon Adaptive Sports is not just an organization; it's a movement that advocates for a world where everyone can enjoy the great outdoors, regardless of their abilities. By spotlighting their incredible work and supporting their mission, we can all play a part in creating a more inclusive society.
To find out more about Oregon Adaptive Sports, including their programs, events, and how you can support their cause, visit their website .
In a world where barriers are broken, lives are transformed, and inclusivity is celebrated, Oregon Adaptive Sports stands as a shining example of what is possible when a community comes together to make a difference.
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What unique geological feature is Smith Rock known for?
A) Volcanic craters
B) Sand dunes
C) Basalt columns
D) Tuff and basalt rock formations
Answer: D) Tuff and basalt rock formations.
The geology of Smith Rocks is volcanic. It is made up of layers of recent basalt flows overlaying older Clarno ash and tuff formations. Approximately 30 million years ago, a large caldera was formed (Crooked River caldera) when overlying rock collapsed into an underground magma chamber. This created a huge amount of rock and ash debris that filled the caldera. That material solidified into rock, becoming the rhyolite tuff of Smith Rock. Rhyolite dikes intruded along faults in the tuff. A half million years ago, basalt lava flows from nearby volcanoes covered the older tuff.
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