Bend
Daily News
Tuesday, February 17th, 2026
Good morning, Bend. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 17th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The High Desert Food & Farm Alliance is awarding $25,000 in on-farm efficiency grants (up to $3,000 per farm) to 10 Central Oregon farms this winter. The funds support projects aimed at extending growing seasons and boosting sustainability for local agriculture. KTVZ
- ➤ On Tap in northeast Bend hosts a Fat Tuesday fundraiser today from 5 to 7 p.m. that donates $1 per pint to St. Charles Integrative Therapies in honor of a community member’s cancer journey — live music, king cakes and New Orleans-style specials round out the event. Central Oregon Daily
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Five local beer and cider makers have formed the Oregon Beverage Collective (OBC) to pool resources and keep each brand unique. The alliance, which includes Crux Fermentation Project, Silver Moon Brewing, Cascade Lakes Brewing, GoodLife Brewing and Tumalo Cider, may spur innovation while prices remain unchanged. Central Oregon Daily
- ➤ Downtown Bend now welcomes The Hudson at the former 900 Wall location, a live-fire chophouse and social club open Wednesday through Saturday evenings. A winter weather advisory remains in effect until 10 pm today so drivers should use caution on slippery roads. Central Oregon Daily
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Trinity Lutheran will open its expanded high school campus today at 7:40 a.m. at Empire Avenue + Butler Market Road; the $18 million project adds eight classrooms, including a new science lab, to serve a growing student body. Central Oregon Daily
- ➤ Bend adventurers Kristen and Ville Jokinen will speak about their CDT trek and global cycling adventures on Friday from 5:30 to 7 p.m. at OSU-Cascades Ray Hall Atrium, sharing insights on openness, kindness and building community. Bend Bulletin
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ WorkSource Oregon and the Oregon Department of Revenue are hosting six tax assistance events at local centers from Feb. 18 (Woodburn) to March 25 (Bend) where residents can receive free help filing state and federal taxes. Attendees should bring tax documents and create a Revenue Online account ahead of time. Bend Bulletin
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ In Bend, median prices for single-family homes fell to $680,000 in January from $686,000 while sales dropped to 89—broker David Gilmore said the decline follows seasonal trends as the market prepares for spring. Bend Bulletin
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Nominees for Oregon Girls Basketball Player of the Week were announced by local coaches, fans and readers, with voting closing Sunday at 11:59 p.m. (The winner was announced Monday.) The Oregonian
- ➤ On Saturday at Juniper Swim & Fitness Center, the Mountain View boys upset defending champs Bend High by winning 291 to 283 while the Bend High girls claimed a fourth straight title with 402 points. Bend Bulletin
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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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Raging Writers Spoken Words
2-4 p.m. — Spork — Free entry — Ignite your creativity with writing prompts followed by an open mic for passionate performers.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
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~ Ryan Holiday
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