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Issue #139
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In this Issue of C.O. Local BUZZ…
🤔 Local Trivia ANSWER
🌄 Bend, OR Weather
📰 Local News - What’s a Happening?
📰Les Schwab Tires Expands Commercial Presence with Purchase of CMC Tire
🏛️Filing Period Open for City of Bend Council Elections
🔥Central Oregon Fire Info
🚧 Road Closures
📰 Community News
🌱🍅 Exciting news, food enthusiasts and fresh produce lovers!
🫴 Local Cause of the Month
🧒 Empowering Children, Transforming Lives: The Impact of Kids Inspired Non-Profit
🐶 Pet of the Week - CCREW
🐶 Meet Pickles
😁 MEME of the Day
📅 Lots and LOTS of Events
🛍️Bend Handmade Market
🎶Sisters Folk Festival
🎉New Event Calendar! Central Oregon Local Live!
Keeping with the Sister’s Logging History
Sisters, OR 1912
What transportation development significantly boosted the logging industry in Sisters, Oregon?
A) Construction of Highway 20
B) Extension of the railroad
C) Introduction of logging trucks
D) Development of the Deschutes River transportation system
Answer: B) Extension of the railroad
Expanded Answer: The extension of the railroad into Central Oregon was a major boost for the logging industry in Sisters, allowing for easier transport of lumber to larger markets.
BEND
SISTERS
Les Schwab Tires Expands Commercial Presence with Purchase of CMC Tire
Les Schwab Tires, one of the leading independent tire dealers in the United States, has acquired commercial tire business CMC Tire, the two companies announced today.
Founded in 2014 by tire professionals Michael Morast and Tommy Servine, CMC Tire brings particular expertise in the commercial, mining and construction fields and operates primarily in Utah, Nevada and Colorado. The company will continue to operate as an independent business using the CMC Tire brand, under Les Schwab Tires ownership.
“CMC Tire is a high-quality company with a fantastic track record and impressive growth over the last ten years,” said Les Schwab Tires CEO Mike Broberg.
“We look forward to continuing that growth and achieving new things as a result of the strength of our combined team.”
Broberg added the acquisition unites two like-minded companies that can complement and strengthen one another.
“We are two customer-centric brands coming together,” he said. “We share a culture of excellent service and a commitment to supporting and creating opportunities for our employees. This is an exciting opportunity to expand our commercial business alongside our continued retail growth.”
“After ten years of successful expansion, the time was right for new ownership”, said CMC Tire co-founder Mike Morast. “With more than 70 years of its own successful growth, Les Schwab Tires has the resources and knowledge to fuel the next stage of growth for CMC.”
Tommy Servine, CMC’s other co-founder, added: “CMC Tire has come a long way from our beginnings. A passion for better supporting trucking fleets with cost-effective tire programs designed to maximize roll time drove us to develop a special model that has been embraced by our customers. We’re glad to now be joining forces with a company that shares our values and will further energize our growth.”
CMC Tire has approximately 200 employees in several western states. No changes to staffing are planned at either company following the acquisition.
About Les Schwab:
Les Schwab Tire Centers is one of the leading independent tire dealers in the United States, with more than 8,000 employees and more than 541 locations across Oregon, Washington, Idaho, Montana, California, Nevada, Utah, Colorado, Wyoming, Alaska, Minnesota, South Dakota and North Dakota. In every market, Les Schwab takes pride in doing the right thing − staying focused on providing superior value and building customers for life. The first Les Schwab stores were opened in small towns and rural communities with one guiding principle: provide our neighbors with high-quality products and unparalleled customer service. This single-minded focus on service continues today.
About CMC Tire:
Founded in 2014, CMC Tire was born of the vision to create a better, more customer-focused tire company with an unwavering commitment to excellence. The company proudly serves the local Utah, Nevada, and Colorado area. Its fleet of more than 70 service trucks covers a 300 mile radius around each store and ensures vehicles are back up and running as quickly as possible. Its retread plant in Hurricane, UT produces quality Continental retreaded tires, and its delivery system sees that casings are picked up, retreaded and returned in a timely fashion.
The post Les Schwab Tires Expands Commercial Presence with Purchase of CMC Tire appeared first on Cascade Business News.
Filing Period Open for City of Bend Council Elections
The Bend City Council has four positions that will be placed on the ballot for the November 2024 election.
Bend residents interested in being elected in November to serve on the City Council can file now through August 27, 2024.
Detailed information and nomination forms are available on the City’s website.
Candidates must reside within the city limits of Bend for at least one year prior to taking office and be a registered voter.
Individuals elected to a seat on the City Council will begin serving January 2025.
Candidates can expect to meet in the Council capacity at least four nights each month. Councilors automatically sit on the Bend Urban Renewal Agency Board, serve on the Budget Committee, and participate in other local and regional committees. Candidates elected to a Councilor position in the November 2024 election will receive an annual $30,000 stipend, health benefits, and an annual $3,000 health and wellness stipend.
Information on nomination petitions is available in the office of the Bend City Recorder, 710 NW Wall Street, 2nd floor, or by calling the City Recorder’s Office at 541-617-4529.
Accommodation Information for People with Disabilities:
To obtain this information in an alternate format such as Braille, large print, electronic formats, etc. please contact Jacob Larsen at 541-647-0696 or [email protected].
Link to: Northwest Large Fire Interactive Web Map
Bend
Weekly Road and Traffic Report for the Week of June 1st - 9th
Deschutes County
Weekly Road Construction Update Week of June 2nd - 8th
Redmond
Weekly Road and Traffic Report for the Week of June 1st - 7th
ODOT - Region 4 Weekly Construction Update May 31st to June 7th
Exciting news, food enthusiasts and fresh produce lovers!
We are thrilled to announce that C.R.O.P -Crooked River Open Pastures- Farmers Market is officially open for the season! 🌱🍅
It's time to immerse yourself in the flavors of locally grown fruits and vegetables straight from our hardworking farmers. From juicy tomatoes to crisp cucumbers and sweet strawberries, we've got a bountiful harvest waiting for you.
Join us in celebrating the start of a new season filled with the freshest ingredients and the most delicious treats for your table. Head over to our website now to start shopping and experience the joy of farm-fresh goodness right at your doorstep.
Let's make this season a tasty one together! Happy shopping and happy eating from Crop Farmers Market. 🌻🌽
CROP Farmers Markets are every Saturday June - Sept. 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Location: Stryker Park NE 4th St and Elm St. Prineville, OR 97754
Empowering Children, Transforming Lives: The Impact of Kids Inspired Non-Profit
Kids Inspired is a remarkable non-profit organization that is dedicated to empowering and supporting children to reach their full potential. Founded on the belief that every child deserves access to quality education and opportunities for growth, Kids Inspired strives to make a positive impact in the lives of young individuals. Through a variety of programs and initiatives, this non-profit works tirelessly to inspire and motivate children to dream big and achieve their goals.
CASCADE CANINE RESCUE EAST & WEST
Meet Pickles!
Meet Pickles! Pickles is a fighter! Born with a congenital defect where he couldn’t eat solid food, his future was grim. The community came together and raised enough funds for his specialized surgery. He’s healing up and looking for his forever family.
Breed: Shepherd Mix
Gender: Male
Age: ~4 months (est. birthday March 2024)
Kids: yes
Cats: yes
Dogs: yes
Location: Pickles is in a foster home. Contact us to meet him!
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Upcoming Events
Events Sponsored By Enjoy Bend Life Real Estate
What’s Up Central Oregon
Premiers June 8th 10AM Downtown Bend
We are SO excited to be debuting our Bend Handmade Market in Downtown Bend this June! You’ll find 100 makers and artists selling handmade goods. For those of you who have never been to an Urban Craft Uprising show, our events feature handcrafted goods including jewelry, housewares, clothing, toys, art, bath & body products, paper goods, fiber arts, candles, and so much more!
Urban Craft has been producing craft markets since 2005. We have a large following in the Pacific Northwest–primarily in Seattle and Portland–and we are eager to be expanding our horizons this year and bringing new shows both to Bend an to the Oregon Coast! We are so excited to showcase the local talent of Bend artisans, and to introduce you to some of our favorite vendors from all around the Pacific Northwest. The Bend Handmade Market will be free to attend, and a great way to support small businesses while finding unique gifts for wedding presents, housewarming gifts, birthdays, decor for your home, treats for others, and fun goodies for yourself!
Hello, folk music enthusiasts! We’re ecstatic to unveil the latest lineup additions for the 27th annual Sisters Folk Festival!
With the inclusion of these 14 sensational artists, the roster now boasts an impressive 33 acts set to take the stage(s) in Sisters on September 27 – 29!
From stirring ballads to foot-stomping tunes, this year’s festival promises another unforgettable musical experience featuring diverse talent from all over the world, redefining what we think of as “folk” music. Whether you’re a die-hard fan or a casual listener, there’s something for everyone to discover and enjoy.
Caleb Klauder & Reeb Willms Country Band •Las Guaracheras • Carsie Blanton • Viv & Riley •The Pairs • Gabe Lee • Paul Mcdonald • Michaela Anne •Tropa Magica • The Lowest Pair • Beth Wood • Lizzie No
Tickets for the full three-day extravaganza are on sale now, so grab yours before they’re gone!
And don’t worry if you can’t commit to the entire weekend just yet — a limited number of single-day tickets will be available starting July 17.
Adult: $225/Ticket
Youth (17 & Under): $85/Ticket
Got an upcoming event you want us to FEATURE?
Please visit this Week’s Sponsors & Partners ⬇️
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