Bend
Daily News
Monday, February 16th, 2026
Good morning, Bend. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 16th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Juniper House Sober Living held an open house on Sunday (in Bend) to introduce its new transitional home for women in recovery that will soon welcome its first residents. The facility offers space for gardening, animal care and life skills development. Central Oregon Daily
- ➤ An elusive heeler roaming northeast Bend for nearly a week was captured on Saturday after a community effort — neighbors, animal control and volunteers helped. The dog is now safe at the Humane Society of Central Oregon. Central Oregon Daily
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ WorkSource Oregon and the Oregon Department of Revenue will offer free tax filing assistance in Bend on March 25 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 11007 SW Emkay Dr; taxpayers should prepare required documents and set up a Revenue Online account before attending. Central Oregon Daily
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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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Kids Night Out Fundraiser for Camp Fire Central Oregon
5:30-8:30 p.m. — Amity Creek Magnet at Thompson School — Fun for kids ages 4-11 — Enjoy an evening of games, crafts, activities, and a meal while supporting teen programs.
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Dad Bods Live
8-10 p.m. — The Commonwealth Pub — Free entry — Enjoy a high-energy night of 80's hits with the lively Dad Bods ready to make you dance.
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