A weather emergency is now in effect for Bend.
It allows organizations to offer more beds to homeless people when the temperature is forecasted to be below 25 degrees.
The fire department must approve all alternative shelter buildings.
Weather emergency now in effect for Bend
CASA Pickleball Classic Returns for 2026
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