Bender's Bend
Bender's Bend is located in the southeast corner of Fairview. Taking its name from a bend in the Caliente River, Bender's Bend is a suburban community of the region that has grown into the foothills near Fairview's eastern edge. Bender's Bend includes Gavigan Hollow, a small coal mining community located in a valley in the foothills. As seen above, since Bender's Bend is a suburb, most of its residents work elsewhere. The mayor of Bender's Bend is Pascal Curious, formerly of Strangeville.
Above is the bend that gives the city its name. Bender's Bend is said to be named after Nathan W. Bender, a moonshiner who transported his hooch on the Caliente River and maintained his stills on the bend.
Above is Gavigan Hollow. The coal mining community predates the city, having existed for decades around the Gavigan Coal Mine, located in the left of the picture. Suburban sprawl is now encroaching on Gavigan Hollow.
Another view of Gavigan Hollow. I wish I knew how to turn off the grid.
A view of the west bank of the Caliente River. Bender's Bend began and first grew along the west bank. The growth has since crossed the river and into the foothills.
The confluence of the Caliente River and Reedy Creek. Bender's Bend's recreation areas are centered in this area, as seen by the beaches and yacht club.
Next up: Riverport.
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