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Central Oregon Local Buzz | Central Oregon Local Buzz August 10, 2026 | PCT Record, Hot-Car Warnings & A Smokey Bear Birthday From the Editor Good Monday morning, Central Oregon! We’re kicking off the week with a little bit of everything — a Bend runner putting his name in the Pacific Crest Trail record books, a reminder from police about pets and hot cars, and a look at what’s next for higher education at OSU-Cascades.
We’ve also got Smokey Bear celebrating 82 years of wildfire prevention, an update on gas prices around Central Oregon, a new chapter for RISE Modern Wellness, and a few more local headlines worth knowing as the week gets underway. ⛰️Bend Bend Runner Sets PCT Speed Record Bend runner Ben Dullum has added his name to the Pacific Crest Trail record books after completing a record-setting effort on the iconic long-distance route. The accomplishment put a Central Oregon athlete in the spotlight on one of the best-known endurance trails in the country.
For a town that takes its trail miles seriously, it’s a pretty fitting achievement. Dullum’s run is another reminder that Central Oregon’s outdoor community doesn’t just enjoy big adventures — sometimes our locals go out and set the bar for everyone else. Read more →
Central Oregon Higher Education Expansion OSU-Cascades is looking toward its next phase of growth under interim Chancellor and Dean Christine Pollard, with a continued focus on expanding programs that match Central Oregon’s workforce and community needs. Pollard has been part of the Bend campus since 2011 and previously helped launch its kinesiology and Doctor of Physical Therapy programs.
The campus is coming off a milestone year that included its largest graduating class to date, and the broader conversation now centers on how higher education in Central Oregon can keep pace with a growing region — from health care and engineering to business, research and other in-demand fields. Read more →
RISE Modern Wellness Celebrates New Chapter RISE Modern Wellness in Bend is under new ownership and is inviting the community to help celebrate the transition with a grand reopening and Bend Chamber ribbon cutting. The celebration is scheduled for August 18, giving clients and curious locals a chance to stop in, meet the team and see what’s ahead.
The ownership change marks a new chapter for the local wellness business while keeping the focus on the services and community connections RISE has built in Bend. If you’ve been wondering what’s changing — or just want to check the place out — the reopening is an easy opportunity to do both. Read more →
Rising Incidents of Dogs in Hot Cars Bend Police say calls about dogs left in hot vehicles have been piling up during the summer heat, with officers responding to 20 reports in just one recent week. Even a quick errand can become dangerous fast when a parked vehicle heats up in the sun.
The takeaway is simple: if the dog can’t go inside with you, leaving them home is the safer choice. And if you see an animal that appears to be in distress inside a vehicle, contact law enforcement rather than assuming someone else already has. Read more →
Deschutes Historical Museum Chili Feed Event The Deschutes Historical Museum is getting the word out about its annual Chili Feed, one of the Deschutes County Historical Society’s longtime community fundraisers. The event pairs a bowl of chili with a chance to support the organization that preserves and shares the stories, photographs and artifacts of Deschutes County.
It’s one of those wonderfully old-school local traditions: come for lunch, wander the museum and help keep Central Oregon history accessible for the next generation. Check the event link for the latest date, hours and fundraiser details before you go. Read more → 🐝Central Oregon Smokey Bear Turns 82 with a Vital Message Smokey Bear turned 82 this month, and Central Oregon marked the birthday with the message he’s been delivering for generations: preventing human-caused wildfires still starts with all of us. The celebration came right in the middle of fire season, when that familiar reminder carries a little extra weight around here.
Smokey’s campaign dates back to 1944, making him one of the country’s longest-running public-service icons. Eight decades later, the basics haven’t changed much — fully extinguish campfires, follow local restrictions and be extra careful with anything that can throw a spark. Read more →
Central Oregon Gas Prices Show Potential for Relief Central Oregon drivers are still paying more for gas than the national average, but the latest pricing trends suggest there could be some relief ahead. Oregon prices have already backed off from the sharp highs seen earlier this summer, even though filling up remains noticeably more expensive than it was a year ago.
For Central Oregon households — where longer drives between towns are just part of everyday life — even a modest drop makes a difference. The big question now is whether crude oil and wholesale fuel prices keep moving in the right direction long enough for local pump prices to follow. Read more → That’s your Monday Buzz — a quick catch-up on what’s happening around Central Oregon without making you dig through a dozen tabs to find it. Have a great start to the week, stay cool out there, and we’ll be back with more local news Wednesday. | |
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