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🚨 BREAKING UPDATE: NEW DETAILS EMERGE FOLLOWING TRAGEDY AT OREGON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

BEND, OREGON — Thursday, October 15, 2026: New information continues to emerge following a deadly shooting at Silver Rail Elementary School in Bend, Oregon.

Multiple national news outlets, citing law enforcement sources, are reporting that three children and one adult were killed in the shooting. The suspected shooter is also dead, bringing the reported total number of fatalities to five, including the suspect.

According to Bend Police Department spokesperson Sheila Miller, authorities received the first call at approximately 12:59 p.m. Pacific Time reporting that a person had fired a shot into a vehicle outside the elementary school. Within about a minute, dispatchers began receiving multiple 911 calls from inside the school. Officers arrived within minutes.

Police confirmed the suspected shooter was shot and killed inside the school. Earlier information indicates a bystander intervened and shot the suspect.

At least two people were transported to a hospital, while authorities continue working to determine the full number of victims and circumstances surrounding the shooting. Students and staff were evacuated room by room, and families were directed to a reunification site at Journey Church.

This tragedy also has a recent connection to our local community here in Cochise County.

Bend is the same Oregon community where Douglas Little League represented Arizona this summer at the 2026 Junior League Baseball West Region Tournament. The tournament was held in Bend from July 22–30, with Douglas competing as Arizona’s representative — a journey CoolFMLive followed and covered for our community.

Just a few months later, our thoughts are with the children, families, educators, first responders and the entire Bend community following today’s devastating events.

This remains an active and developing investigation. CoolFMLive will continue to follow confirmed information and provide updates as additional details are released.

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🎃🔦 LIGHTS OUT AT THE LIBRARY! ARE YOU READY FOR THE HUNT? 👻📚

The Sierra Vista Public Library is turning down the lights and turning up the Halloween fun for a Lights Out Halloween Hunt!

📅 Saturday, October 17
⏰ 7–9 PM
📍 Sierra Vista Public Library
🎟️ $10 per youth | Ages 0–12

Kids will get to explore the library after dark during a special Halloween hunt! Choose your Hunt Wave when registering:

🔦 7:30 PM
🔦 8:00 PM
🔦 8:30 PM

And the fun doesn’t stop with the hunt! Families can also create a Halloween craft and enjoy backyard-style games in the courtyard before or after their scheduled hunt.

👻 Pre-registration is required, so don’t ghost them! Space is limited by Hunt Wave.

You can register in person at the Oscar Yrun Community Center, call (520) 458-7922, or reserve your preferred time online:

🎃 Register for 7:30 PM⁠: webtrac.sierravistaaz.gov/webtrac/web/iteminfo.html?Module=AR&FMID=117435180

🎃 Register for 8:00 PM⁠: webtrac.sierravistaaz.gov/webtrac/web/iteminfo.html?Module=AR&FMID=117435216

🎃 Register for 8:30 PM⁠: webtrac.sierravistaaz.gov/webtrac/web/iteminfo.html?Module=AR&FMID=117435270

Grab those flashlights and get ready for a spooky night of searching, games, crafts and Halloween fun right here in Sierra Vista! 🎃🔦📚

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**NOW HIRING! IMMEDIATE CAREGIVER OPENINGS!**

Are you an experienced caregiver looking for more hours? We'd love to hear from you!

Seniors Helping Seniors Southern Arizona is looking for skilled, compassionate caregivers to join our team and make a difference in the lives of local seniors.

Currently hiring in:
Sierra Vista • Hereford • Bisbee • Benson

All shifts available
Nights & weekends
Benefits & training provided
Meaningful, rewarding work

Whether you're looking to pick up additional hours or explore a new caregiving opportunity, we'd love to connect with you!

**Call today! 520-487-4246**

Or scan the QR code on our flyer to learn more and apply!

Be sure to check out the hiring fair happening this Friday, October 9, hosted by
[ArizonaatWork Southeastern Arizona](www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61575395235992&__tn__=-]K*F)

A great opportunity to explore employment opportunities in our community!

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🎄 A BELOVED SIERRA VISTA HOLIDAY TRADITION RETURNS — WITH AN EXTRA SPECIAL MEANING THIS YEAR

The magic of the holiday season is returning to Sierra Vista as the Sierra Vista Dance Company presents its Community Nutcracker at Buena High School!

This year’s production will be especially meaningful, as it will be the first Community Nutcracker performed following the passing of Hilda Bergsneider, Ballet Mistress and owner of Sierra Vista Ballet, who passed this cherished community tradition on to Sierra Vista Dance Company when she retired.

For the show’s director, Hilda’s legacy is deeply personal. She was Hilda’s student and friend for 20 years, and this will mark her fifth year directing the Community Nutcracker for SVDC.

This year’s performance will honor that incredible legacy while continuing what Hilda helped build — giving local dancers the opportunity to take the stage and bringing families together to experience a wonderful Sierra Vista holiday tradition.

And there are some new surprises in store this year!

The multi-genre production will feature new roles and special additions, along with a new VIP ticket experience. VIP guests will have the opportunity to meet the main characters before the show, get autographs, receive a special gift and choose their seats before the theater opens to the general public.

🎭 COMMUNITY NUTCRACKER
📍 Buena High School
5225 E. Buena School Blvd., Sierra Vista, AZ

🎟️ TICKETS ARE ON SALE NOW!

Tickets can be purchased in person at The Dancers Closet at Sierra Vista Dance Company, 156 W. Fry Blvd. in Sierra Vista, on Thursdays from 4–6 p.m., or online through the Sierra Vista Dance Company website.

You can also use the QR code on the event flyer.

This is more than a holiday performance. It’s an opportunity to honor Hilda’s legacy, support our local dancers and help carry a community tradition forward for another generation.

Come celebrate the talent, dedication and heart of these performers and help kick off the holiday season with the Sierra Vista Dance Company’s Community Nutcracker! 🎄❤️

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SIERRA VISTA MAYORAL CANDIDATES TO MEET FOR “THE PEOPLE’S DEBATE”

Sierra Vista residents will have an opportunity to hear directly from all three mayoral candidates during The People’s Debate on Wednesday, October 21st

Mark For Mayor - Councilman Mark Rodriguez, Sierra Vista, AZ, Carolyn Flowers for Mayor, and Brandon Martin will participate in the one-hour debate, with Jeff Davenport serving as moderator.

📅 Wednesday, October 21
⏰ 5:00–6:00 PM
📍 Doc's Watering Hole
1959 Frontage Rd., Sierra Vista

We want to hear from the community! Residents are encouraged to submit questions they would like the candidates to answer in the comments on this post. Submitted questions will be considered for use during the debate.

Candidates will also be given an opportunity to ask one another a question if they choose.

Come enjoy dinner at Doc’s, hear directly from the candidates, and learn more about their positions before making your decision at the ballot box.

🗳️ Election Day is Tuesday, November 3.

The People’s Debate is sponsored by CoolFMLive.

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🚦 TRAINING UNDERWAY AT COLOMBO & CHARLESTON IN SIERRA VISTA

Drivers traveling through the intersection of Colombo Avenue and Charleston Road may notice the traffic signals flashing red as part of a law enforcement training exercise.

Police recruits currently attending the Southeast Arizona Law Enforcement Training Academy (SEALETA) at Cochise College are practicing traffic control procedures at the intersection with Sierra Vista Police, Fire, and EMS

Motorists are encouraged to slow down, remain alert and follow the directions of recruits and training personnel while traveling through the area.

The flashing signals are part of the scheduled training and not a traffic signal malfunction.

Please use caution and give the recruits plenty of room as they gain hands-on experience managing traffic in a real-world environment.

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TWO DAYS OF GREAT FINDS, FOOD & COMMUNITY SUPPORT! 🛍️

The Ladies of St. Andrew’s Parish are getting ready for their 52nd Annual Bazaar & Rummage Sale at St. Andrew the Apostle Catholic Church in Sierra Vista!

This longtime community tradition is back with a change this year — two full days to shop, explore and support a great cause!

📅 Friday, October 16 | 7 AM–12 Noon
📅 Saturday, October 17 | 7 AM–2 PM
🍴 Lunch available Saturday only

Come browse great finds, handmade treasures and more, while helping support church ministries, youth activities and local nonprofits serving vulnerable members of our community.

📍 St. Andrew the Apostle Catholic Church
800 Taylor Drive, Sierra Vista

💵 Cash and checks only

Mark your calendars, bring a friend and come out to support the 52nd Annual Bazaar & Rummage Sale! Every purchase helps make a difference right here in our community. ❤️

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