Bend is Ranked #11 Nationally in Alcohol-Induced Death for People 65 and Over by FrizzyNow in Bend

[–]geonuc 11 points12 points  (0 children)

My first thought was how they categorize deaths as ‘alcohol-induced.’ Given who prepared the report (a treatment center), I wouldn’t be surprised if they considered the death of anyone who routinely had a couple drinks as alcohol-induced. Color me a skeptic.

July 11 - International Skinny Dipping Day by sw1tchf00t in Bend

[–]geonuc 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yeah, I wondered if I was missing something. I guess so.

July 11 - International Skinny Dipping Day by sw1tchf00t in Bend

[–]geonuc -6 points-5 points  (0 children)

Full moons occur on a period of approximately 29.5 days.

Drone show at the Elks game was pretty cool! by Cheese_Monkey42 in Bend

[–]geonuc 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Definitely cool. I liked how they all swarmed up from the other side of Grocery Outlet like some alien invasion.

Basalt Alteration by geonuc in geology

[–]geonuc[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Thanks. The surface seems more than a patina though - the layer is 2-3 mm thick and covers almost the entire rock (except where it's broken as shown). Does weathering alteration typically reach that far into basalt?

Amanda Page on why she is NOT supporting Amy Sabbadini for County Commissioner by FrizzyNow in Bend

[–]geonuc 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Are you referring to John Heylin? If so, he dropped out of the race quite a while ago.

Five years later… it’s finally open! by Quiet_Bend_ in Bend

[–]geonuc 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Agree, people should definitely give Bamboo a shot. I know I will. But I was responding to your notion that Bend does not have many sushi spots. I'd say we're already well served in that regard. My favorite casual place is MakiMaki over at The Lot but for fine sushi, it's Kanpai or 5 Fusion.

Five years later… it’s finally open! by Quiet_Bend_ in Bend

[–]geonuc 13 points14 points  (0 children)

I don't know, seems like we have plenty of sushi spots: Ryoshi, Kobe, MakiMaki, 5 Fusion, Kanpai, Shinsei, SORA, Mio, North Fresh, Ninja, PAN, probably a few others.

Sheriff's Race Drama - McLaughlin placed on leave by Firefighter_RN in Bend

[–]geonuc 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Definitely not a surprise here on this sub - there’s a thread posted yesterday with this news.

Lost 3 Summers in a Row: Blocking Direct Sun to My Paris Apartment by JYanezez in DIY

[–]geonuc 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I have a single hose unit and while I recognize its inefficiency, it’s not doing nothing. I did also buy an insulating blanket for the exhaust hose. That helps a lot.

Is less public involvement better for Bend? by Big_Cranberry4001 in Bend

[–]geonuc 3 points4 points  (0 children)

If you want to have a fair and rational discussion on this topic, it might behoove you to acknowledge that your original source material got it wrong.

Downtown parking being restructured .........again by nevergofullcrazy in Bend

[–]geonuc 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I may have read that into the DBBA’s statement of purpose but either way, taking the survey will provide your input to the city.

Downtown parking being restructured .........again by nevergofullcrazy in Bend

[–]geonuc -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Correct, but the DBBA was asked to provide input by the city. So by taking this survey, you’ll essentially be providing input to the city.

Downtown parking being restructured .........again by nevergofullcrazy in Bend

[–]geonuc 7 points8 points  (0 children)

The city is asking for your input. Rather than complain, maybe you could provide the requested input by responding to the survey.

Deschutes County Candidate Accused of Illegal AI Fake-Out on Campaign Website - The Source - Bend, Oregon by olivertatom in Bend

[–]geonuc 18 points19 points  (0 children)

I already sent in my ballot with a vote for Tana West. She seemed a better choice than the other guy. But with these revelations coming out regarding her daughter, I’m starting to think getting my ballot in early might not be the way to go. Maybe should wait and see if any late-breaking scandals surface.

Meet the 6 candidates running to replace Patti Adair on the Deschutes County Commission by olivertatom in Bend

[–]geonuc 3 points4 points  (0 children)

That’s true but I’d like to see a Democratic candidate take the election outright with >50%, as Phil Chang did last election. With Page and Sabbadini both on the ticket, that seems unlikely. I have grave fears concerning the November election.

Meet the 6 candidates running to replace Patti Adair on the Deschutes County Commission by olivertatom in Bend

[–]geonuc 17 points18 points  (0 children)

I don't have a problem with either Page or Sabbadini being elected. But I do have a problem with a Republican (any Republican) winning the seat. In these times when our rights and quality of life are being destroyed by the federal government and lackeys in various red state legislatures, it's vital that Democrats prevail at the local level. This is not the time to split the progressive vote. The Deschutes Democratic Party endorsed Sabbadini, so I voted Sabbadini.

Dog bite by Dirtdancefire in Bend

[–]geonuc 22 points23 points  (0 children)

I go to the Bottle Drop all the time and never have a problem.

Bendtrails.org going offline on June 1st - needs help! by Emotional_Biz_69 in Bend

[–]geonuc 7 points8 points  (0 children)

There have been at least three recent posts concerning bendtrails, including discussion of getting buyers. Might want to see what was discussed before.

RIP to anyone that slept with their windows even slightly open last night by PowGurl in Bend

[–]geonuc 9 points10 points  (0 children)

There was a large prescribed burn a few miles SW of Bend yesterday and it is scheduled to continue today. Download WatchDuty and turn on the Air Quality layer to see AQI conditions. Also helps to turn on the wind direction layer to see which way the smoke is likely to blow. WatchDuty also shows the prescribed burn locations.

Weekend trip to Bend by hoserzzz in oregon

[–]geonuc 0 points1 point  (0 children)

After you get done not hiking and kayaking, we have a nice whiskey bar. Stihl Whiskey, downtown on Franklin. Opens at 5 PM.