Bend Local Frequency: Traffic Updates, Redmond Mayor's Address, Upcoming Events in Bend

06/02/2025 2 min
Bend Local Frequency: Traffic Updates, Redmond Mayor's Address, Upcoming Events in Bend

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Good morning, this is your Bend Local Frequency for Thursday, February 6, 2025.We're starting off with some important traffic updates. The intersection of Olney Avenue and Wall Street in downtown Bend will be closing next Monday to accommodate construction. To ease driver headaches, the city of Bend has adjusted traffic signals and added detours. So, if you're planning to travel through downtown, make sure to check the latest traffic updates before you head out[1].In other news, Redmond Mayor Ed Fitch will be delivering his annual State of the City address today from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m. This is a great opportunity to hear about the city's progress and future plans[1].For those looking for something fun to do, there's plenty happening in Bend this week. Tonight, you can enjoy bingo from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at a local venue. And if you're planning ahead for Valentine's Day, there's a Valentine's Night Out at Impulse Elite where kids can have a blast with activities, games, and pizza while you enjoy a romantic evening[2].On Friday, February 7, don't miss the First Friday at the Bend Visitor Center from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. And for a unique dining experience, there's a 'Lady and the Tramp' Valentine's Dinner on February 14 from 3:00 to 9:00 p.m.[2][3].For outdoor enthusiasts, Wanderlust Tours is offering a Crater Lake National Park Snowshoe Adventure on February 15 from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. And on February 22, don't miss Zwickelmania, a celebration of local breweries[2][3].In community news, the Central Oregon Community College President Dr. Laurie Chesley delivered the 2025 State of College Address, highlighting the college's achievements and future goals[1].On a more serious note, there's been a lot of discussion about immigration policies in Central Oregon. Bend Mayor Melanie Kebler has reiterated that the city will adhere to Oregon's Sanctuary Promise Act and provided resources for those who may be affected by federal immigration enforcement[4].Finally, if you're looking for some family-friendly activities, BEAT Children's Theatre is presenting their Winter musical, Finding Nemo JR, with performances on February 7 and 8. And for a fun and creative evening, there's a Paint Night with artist Sandy Klein where you can create a cat-inspired masterpiece and relax with adoptable kitties[5].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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