The pandemic is having an impact on the reporting of potential child abuse cases in Bend. Bend Kids Center Development and Marketing Director Robin Antonson says they’ve seen a reduction in the number of reports of suspected child abuse since the schools closed because teachers can’t act as that second set of eyes to spot potential abuse. As a result, she says they’re asking the public to be extra vigilant this holiday season. If you suspect a child is being abused, she says you can report it by calling Kids Center or by going to their website at “kids-center-dot-org.”