Bend Local Frequency: State Champs, Parking Woes, and Redmond's New Development

22/05/2025 2 min
Bend Local Frequency: State Champs, Parking Woes, and Redmond's New Development

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Good morning, this is your Bend Local Frequency for Thursday, May 22nd, 2025.Exciting news from the local sports scene today as Impulse Elite, Bend's first and only all-star cheer gym, is celebrating after bringing home state championships. Two of their teams recently won at the Pinnacle Cheerleading Championships in Las Vegas on May 11th. What makes this victory even more impressive is that these athletes had been practicing together for less than a year. Team member Addison Chancellor shared that their success came from knowing they needed to put in the work to become champions, while Averie Unruh emphasized their determination to bring home banners for their gym.In city developments, downtown parking continues to be a hot topic among locals. Recent revisions to the downtown parking system have sparked significant discussion, with some residents describing it as "the straw that broke the camel's back" in ongoing urban planning debates. If you're heading downtown today, be sure to check the updated parking regulations.Looking to our neighboring communities, the Redmond City Council is moving forward with the long-awaited Northpoint Vista Development in the northeast area. This project is set to create over 400 housing units, addressing some of the region's housing needs.For those seeking a weekend getaway, Eugene Weekly suggests heading to the east side of the mountains, featuring a piece called "A Bend in the River" in their latest issue. The article promises to guide readers through some of the natural wonders that make our region special.In public safety news, Bend Police have responded to reports of indecent exposure and made an arrest, according to KTVZ. Authorities continue to prioritize community safety as summer approaches.For those looking for community events, don't forget about the Central Oregon Backyard Living Photo Contest 2025 and the upcoming Father's Day Giveaway, both great opportunities to showcase our beautiful region and win some prizes.Weather-wise, be sure to check the local forecast before heading out today, as conditions can change quickly in our high desert climate.This has been Bend Local Frequency. We'll see you tomorrow with more local updates.This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

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