Good morning, this is your Bend Local Frequency for Friday, April 11, 2025.Kicking off this beautiful Friday in Bend, Subaru WinterFest rolls into Mt. Bachelor this weekend, running through Sunday. This unique celebration of winter adventure is a must-visit, blending live music, outdoor gear demos, and giveaways with an array of activities for snow sports enthusiasts and dog lovers alike. If you’re headed up, plan to enjoy great tunes, tasty snacks, and maybe snag some Subaru swag while soaking in the mountain vibes.While engaging in the outdoors, it’s also a significant day for environmental awareness. Deschutes Brewery is hosting a special showing of *The Biggest Dam Movie You Ever Saw*, an IMAX documentary about beavers transforming their environment. It's a fascinating nod to International Beaver Day and a great way to reconnect with Central Oregon’s natural heritage.For those looking to stay in town tonight, don't miss the high-energy Dad Bods Band performing at a lively local venue. From iconic U2 hits to nostalgic tunes from Billy Idol and Van Halen, it’s the perfect way to end the workweek. It’s all about good vibes, great tunes, and a little trip down musical memory lane.As we look ahead, some local events have taken an unexpected turn. Both the Juneteenth celebration in Bend and Latino Fest in Madras have been canceled this year over safety and inclusion concerns. Organizers made these difficult decisions amidst growing tensions and community unease. While disappointing, it’s a step toward larger conversations about community solidarity and public safety.Back to a more upbeat note: The West Bend Trails Project has officially started! This initiative will expand and improve recreational trails west of Bend, promising even more options for hiking and biking enthusiasts to explore this summer. Be sure to check it out as the season progresses.Lastly, the Deschutes County Sheriff's Office has lifted all evacuation warnings from the Bachelor Complex and Little Lava wildfires. As fire season creeps closer, it’s reassuring to see conditions stabilize for now. Stay mindful, though—burn season is beginning, and some prescribed burns are already underway.That’s all for today! 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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