Bend
Daily News
Wednesday, February 4th, 2026
Good morning, Bend. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 4th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Latino Community Association is offering free tax help to low-income families with Spanish-speaking preparers at offices in Bend, Redmond, Madras and Prineville, and experts will guide locals on new child tax credit rules (a valid social security number is now required). Central Oregon Daily
- ➤ Boys and Girls Clubs of Bend is launching its first Saturday child care program starting Saturday, offering care for youth ages 5-18 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. during the school year to support working parents. Families can also register through the My Club Hub portal. KTVZ
- ➤ Cascades East Transit launched a Community Movement Fund to offer free bus tickets for those who cannot afford the new $2 fare. Local service organizations + shelters have tickets available so riders can get to jobs, appointments, and stores. Central Oregon Daily
- ➤ Megan Geiss from Bend joined the Family Access Network Board of Directors Tuesday to support its mission of connecting local children and families with essential resources. With a background in digital marketing and youth initiatives (she previously served at the Boys and Girls Club), her appointment strengthens FAN’s work in schools. KTVZ
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A $14.5 million wrongful death complaint was filed Jan. 30 in Deschutes County by the estate of youth ski coach Brian Thomas Roberts, who died in an avalanche on Mt. Bailey during a 2025 cat-skiing trip near Diamond Lake after guides reportedly told skiers to ignore avalanche warnings. Central Oregon Daily
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Local business owners are adapting to a winter with only 28% of normal snowpack by shifting their sales and events; Powderhouse launched an early sale and is building Base Camp for a spring opening — local tours now offer stargazing and Winter Volcano experiences. Bend Bulletin
- ➤ Bend’s dining scene is expanding with nine new culinary ventures opening from early to mid-2026. The Hudson chophouse will open in the former space at 900 Wall while Powder Hound Doughnuts and Bamboo Sushi are set for March openings on Galveston Ave and NW Oregon, offering fresh flavors for diners. Bend Bulletin
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Hannah Juanita will perform with The Shining Dimes at 7 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 5 at Silver Moon Brewing in Bend, and tickets cost $14.38. Bend Bulletin
- ➤ Over a dozen Central Oregon bands will perform at High Desert Music Hall in Redmond on Saturday, Feb. 7 to honor Grateful Dead members Bob Weir and Phil Lesh with continuous music plus tributes; attendees pay 15 canned food items or $15 to support nonprofit NeighborImpact. Source Weekly
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Crude oil prices climbed to over $65 a barrel last week, raising gas prices to about $3.48 per gallon in Oregon; Triple-A said the surge came from U.S.-Iran tensions plus severe winter storms disrupting production. KTVZ
- ➤ AAA reported that crude oil prices hit four-month highs above $65 per barrel last week, and seasonal refinery maintenance and the switch to summer-blend gas lifted Bend's average price 13 cents to $3.46 a gallon today (with Oregon's average at $3.48) amid tight regional supplies. KTVZ
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Deschutes County Sheriff Ty Rupert will hold a town hall in Bend at VFW Hall Post 1643 on Wednesday, Mar. 18 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Past forums spurred added patrols near schools + his meeting will let residents share concerns to shape law enforcement priorities. KTVZ
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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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Beertown Comedy Open Mic
6:30-9 p.m. — Silver Moon Brewing — Free entry — Enjoy a night of laughter at the #1 Open Mic and Locals Night in Bend.
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Capoeira - Introductory Session
7:00 – 8:45 PM — High Desert Martial Arts — Workshop fee includes a T-shirt — Experience the rhythm and movement of Afro-Brazilian martial arts in a beginner-friendly session.
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Bigfoot County Live Performance
7-1 a.m. — Silver Moon Brewing — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy soulful blues-rock and country tunes from Bend's very own Bigfoot County.
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Live Comedy with Scott Losse & Andrew Rivers
8:00-9:30 p.m. — Midtown Ballroom/Domino Room/Annex — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy laughter and relatable humor from Scott Losse and Andrew Rivers in Bend, Oregon.
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Sonic Benders - Dance-Driven Roots Funk
8-11 p.m. — Silver Moon Brewing — Free entry — Experience local talent creating booty-shaking boogaloo soul jazz funk.
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