Bend
Daily News
Wednesday, January 21st, 2026
Good morning, Bend. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 21st of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Southwest Bend residents are invited to share their input on traffic issues associated with new housing developments, including a 42-unit subdivision on Sunny Breeze Lane, by filling out an online survey open until Feb. 3 — feedback that will guide future transportation planning. Central Oregon Daily
- ➤ Bend offers a busy week ahead with arts classes, dance lessons, film screenings, comedy shows and sports events from Jan. 22-28. Highlights include sewing at DIY Cave and theater at Tower Theatre (with various pricing and discounts) at local venues. Bend Bulletin
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Dudley’s Bookshop Café will open its second store in the Old Mill District this spring. The 900 sqft independent bookstore + focused on a curated selection of new titles will be located between Will Leather Goods and lululemon near the river trail. KTVZ
- ➤ Dudley’s Bookshop Cafe (a longtime downtown favorite) will open a second location in the Old Mill District in May. The riverside shop near the trail between Lululemon and Will Leather Goods will offer books with the same cozy appeal. Central Oregon Daily
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Bend will host a busy week of live music starting Thursday, Jan. 22, with open mic nights at The Winery at Manzanita and band shows at The Lot and Tower Theatre. Jazz sessions at River’s Place and performances at local restaurants and bars continue through Wed, Jan. 28 (venues vary). Bend Bulletin
- ➤ Roundabout Books in Bend will host its first romance panel on Thursday from 6:30-7:30 p.m. The event features local authors Catherine Cowles, Megan Crane, Sarah Smith, and Maisey Yates discussing their romance novels from Western, paranormal, thriller and hockey subgenres (entry is $5 or a book purchase). Bend Bulletin
- ➤ Les Claypool will perform in Bend on May 22 at Hayden Homes Amphitheater with Primus, Lennon Claypool Delirium, and Fearless Flying Frog Brigade as part of his coast-to-coast summer tour (advance presale begins tomorrow, Jan. 22, at 10 a.m.). Bend Bulletin
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ AAA reported that gas prices remained steady across the West Coast while Bend’s price rose slightly by one penny to $3.24 per gallon. Overall, Oregon’s price dropped two cents to $3.33 per gallon, and the national price held at $2.82 a gallon. KTVZ
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Oregon State Fire Marshal is urging residents to follow home fire safety tips during Community Risk Reduction Week from Jan 19 – 25 as Governor Tina Kotek declared the observance. Authorities stress simple actions like staying in the kitchen and inspecting heating equipment as key measures to prevent fires. KTVZ
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The American Red Cross is urging donations during National Blood Donor Month as extreme winter weather cut blood drive numbers by roughly 35%. In Bend, Redmond and nearby areas, donors scheduled Jan. 20–Feb. 3 may win a Super Bowl LX trip + receive a $20 gift card. KTVZ
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Comedy Night with Anthony Poponi
8-9 p.m. — Bangers & Brews Westside Bend Oregon — Ticket price not listed — Enjoy a night filled with sharp wit and quick crowd work from comedian Anthony Poponi.
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Sierra Nevada Red Fox Discovery Night
7-8:30 p.m. — Tower Theatre — Free entry — Discover the elusive Sierra Nevada red fox with expert insights and captivating field stories.
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Archery Summit Wine Dinner
5-9 p.m. — Tetherow Resort — Cost varies — Experience a multi-course dinner paired with exceptional wines amid the winter charm of Bend.
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Western Sky Choir Concert
3-7 p.m. — Open Space Event Studios — Refunds up to 7 days before event — Enjoy a vibrant concert featuring hits from Beyoncé, Ariana Grande, and Olivia Rodrigo.
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Darkness to Light Stewards of Children Training
5:30-8 p.m. — Deschutes Children's Foundation - Rosie Bareis Community Campus — Free entry — Learn vital skills for preventing child sexual abuse in your community.
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Life During Wartime - Talking Heads Tribute
8 PM — Volcanic Theatre Pub — Cost not specified — Dance to the eclectic sounds of LDW playing Talking Heads music and original funk.
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Resilience Workshop for Young Entrepreneurs
3:00 – 4:30 p.m. — Discovery West — $15 — Engage in movement, breathwork, and journaling to build confidence and resilience.
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Live Music with Brandon Campbell Trio
7-9 p.m. — Currents at the Riverhouse — Check venue for entry fee — Experience the genre-bending sounds of the Brandon Campbell Trio with a mix of gypsy swing and rockabilly.
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KANALES & GRUPO ESCOLTA Live Concert
9 p.m. — Midtown Ballroom/Domino Room/Annex — Ticket info at Tickeri — Enjoy a night of vibrant music and dancing with Kanales and Grupo Escolta.
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Galentine's Brunch at The Coyote
10 AM – 2 PM — The Coyote — Celebrate sisterhood with brunch, mimosas, karaoke, and giveaways.
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