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Friday, February 6th, 2026
Good morning, Bend. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 6th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Redmond community organizers are holding the Super Bowl & Cornhole for a Cause tournament this Sunday at the Redmond VFW to raise funds for 7-year-old Colt Simpson to get a diabetic alert dog; doors open at 12 p.m. and the event will feature prizes, raffle items and a mullet contest. Central Oregon Daily
- ➤ This week Bend hosts a busy calendar of events including a Saturday 'Cats on Mats' meditation (2/7, 9:30-10:30 a.m. at Playful Paws Cat Cafe) and a Sunday Night Glide group Nordic ski (2/8, 6-8 p.m. at Meissner Sno-Park) with free rentals available. More community activities are scheduled through Friday. Bend Bulletin
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Today, locals can enjoy karaoke at Ponch’s Place (6-8 p.m.) and a cover band at McMenamins Old St. Francis School (7 p.m.), while upcoming shows include bluegrass by Skillethead on Wednesday; the week offers diverse live music options in Bend. Bend Bulletin
- ➤ On Saturday, Feb. 7, the High Desert Museum will open 'Under Pressure: A Volcanic Exploration,' a new exhibit that guides visitors through the natural power and history of volcanoes in the Pacific Northwest. The exhibit runs until Jan. 3 (offering insights into volcanoes' dual role in creation and destruction). Central Oregon Daily
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Mt. Bachelor Sports Education Foundation is accepting SELCO Kids' Mini PPP art contest entries from now until 4 p.m. on Feb. 27 to choose artwork for the team race at Seventh Mountain Resort on May 17 + the winning student earns free entry while educators gain new lesson resources. KTVZ
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Congressman Bentz announced today that he nominated 16 Oregon students for U.S. service academies (Army, Navy, Air Force, Coast Guard, Merchant Marine) using recommendations from his Service Academy Nomination Board of military officers. Final admission decisions will be made by each academy this spring. Source Weekly
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Congresswoman Bynum and Senator Wyden sent a letter to CMS Administrator Dr. Mehmet Oz Friday, demanding a fix for a 6-million-dollar error that harms St. Charles Health System in Bend from its 2022 merger. The representatives call for prompt action to secure local healthcare. Source Weekly
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Oregon Adaptive Sports continues its Ski for Life program by offering ski and snowboard lessons for students with disabilities at Mt. Bachelor despite low snow coverage. The nonprofit — partnering with local schools — will adjust lessons at Hoodoo if forecast conditions do not improve. Bend Bulletin
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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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Oregon Fryer Live with The Smoke Drifters
7 PM - 1 AM — The Belfry — $15 — Enjoy an eclectic mix of Americana and rock from Oregon Fryer, capturing the spirit of the Pacific Northwest.
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