Bend
Daily News
Saturday, February 14th, 2026
Good morning, Bend. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 14th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Four couples wed at the Deschutes County courthouse on Friday the 13th as part of Bend’s annual Cupid’s Docket, a Valentine’s Day tradition adjusted because the holiday falls on Saturday. Judge Raymond Crutchley said the event offers a welcome change from routine cases. Central Oregon Daily
- ➤ OSU-Cascades is offering free tax preparation services for qualifying families and individuals from Feb. 9 to April 15 through the VITA program — appointments run Mondays and Thursdays from 5 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. and Saturdays from noon to 4 p.m. Bend Bulletin
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Point Blank Distributing is closing its Bend and Eugene facilities and laying off over 150 workers as Columbia Distributing takes over operations. Local beverage brands now face uncertainty during the transition. Central Oregon Daily
- ➤ Cascade Lakes Brewing acquired Crux Fermentation Project — part of the new Oregon Beverage Collective formed by five local craft beverage brands — to share production resources and preserve each brand's distinct brewing style. The move will boost collaboration and efficiency for all brands. KTVZ
- ➤ Wildhorse Harley-Davidson and Kawasaki (a longtime Bend staple) announced its closure after 26 years at the Sherman Road location near Empire Avenue. The business thanked local riders and supporters for decades of loyalty. Central Oregon Daily
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Hollywood Theatre is marking its 100th anniversary in 2026 by challenging film fans to attend 100 screenings. Movie lovers will track their progress through themed events and earn prizes — including a centennial pin and free admissions in 2027. The Oregonian
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Gov. Tina Kotek convened her new Prosperity Council on Jan. 22 to tackle Oregon’s widening productivity gap by aiming to boost GDP, create jobs & support the local workforce. The panel, which includes business and tech leaders, is set to propose ideas that could streamline regulations and help homegrown industries. Source Weekly
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Bend-La Pine Schools are phasing out traditional grades in favor of a new system that focuses on learning goals instead of homework or tests. Some students and teachers say the change is confusing and expect it to be fully in place next fall. The Oregonian
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ On Jan. 26, a Deschutes County resident photographed an animal resembling a wolf near the Bill Healy Bridge along the Deschutes River, following another sighting near Sunriver; wildlife officials have not confirmed if it is a wolf or a large coyote+ and ask residents to report similar encounters. KTVZ
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Rob Imhoff, a candidate for Position 5 on the Deschutes County Board, is reviving local ownership of Mt. Bachelor by urging a partnership between local businesses and the county, letting voters decide with a $1 million bond (raising taxes slightly). He said interest is strong after a sale effort failed. Central Oregon Daily
- ➤ Redmond Municipal Airport is expanding its terminal with a new 80,000 sqft facility that adds a concourse, seven jet bridges, concessions and doubles seating capacity; officials announced the $3.8 million FAA funding on Feb. 9 and said the project will ease overcrowding for upcoming holiday travel. Bend Bulletin
- ➤ Ochoco National Forest and Crooked River National Grassland are hiring seasonal workers for the summer recreation season to support visitor services and public land upkeep. The roles (field rangers, timber technicians, and range technicians) are posted on USAJOBS.gov, and local residents are encouraged to apply. Bend Bulletin
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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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Not'cho Grandma's Bingo Fundraiser
9:30 a.m. — Silver Moon Brewing — $13 per person — Experience high-energy bingo while supporting the community and enjoying a fun atmosphere.
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Pest to Prize: Porcupines in the Deschutes Watershed
7-8 p.m. — McMenamins Old St. Francis School — Sold out — Discover the significance of North American porcupines and ongoing conservation efforts in Central Oregon.
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Central Oregon Sportsmen's Show
12:00 – 3:00 p.m. — Deschutes County Fair & Expo Center — Admission details not specified — The largest hunting and fishing show in the region featuring numerous outdoor recreation products and services.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
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~ Paul Graham
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