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Thursday, February 19th, 2026
Good morning, Bend. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 19th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ St. Charles Health System will honor Margaret 'Marty' Coyle Betsch (Trauma Mama for nearly 40 years in emergency care) with a gala fundraiser on Saturday to support a memorial and emergency department expansion; her husband and daughter will attend as donations are accepted through the Foundation. Bend Bulletin
- ➤ A 12-year-old Bend resident, Alder Gonzales, started his auto detailing service to fund his e-bike, and he now cleans cars at clients' homes while balancing school and work + he hopes to grow his venture and eventually run it from a van. KTVZ
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Ponderosa Players will perform Spring Awakening today at The Ponderosa Playhouse on Revere Ave, offering a fresh take on the coming-of-age musical with older student actors. Tickets for opening night are sold out plus additional performances run through Feb. 28, with an intimacy director ensuring actor safety. Bend Bulletin
- ➤ Krullfest, a tribute event — honoring local punk figure Preston Krull — will take place at 7 p.m. Saturday at Silver Moon Brewing in Bend. The show will feature local bands including Gaspack, Vacancy Floor, Pyrohag, and Weapon World, with $10 tickets donating all proceeds to Bethlehem Inn. Bend Bulletin
- ➤ Jeffrey Lewis will perform a folk-punk set on Tuesday, Feb. 24 at Volcanic Theatre Pub in Bend — doors open at 7 p.m. with advance tickets at $20 and $30 at the door. Bend Bulletin
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Gas prices in Bend increased by 10 cents this week, reaching 3-70 (KBND’s Heather Roberts reported) and are expected to stay elevated for a couple of months. KBND
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Samara Learning Center received a $1,100 grant from the Dudley T. Dougherty Foundation to support tutoring for neurodivergent students at its MAPLE program. The grant funds small-group and individual instruction for students with ADHD, dyslexia, anxiety, and autism (and other learning needs). Bend Bulletin
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Oregon Department of Revenue has begun issuing tax refunds for the 2025 tax year — taxpayers who filed electronically can expect refunds within two weeks while paper filers will see delays until late March. Central Oregon Daily
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Newborn hepatitis B vaccination rates have fallen over the past four years, with 82% of infants receiving the birth dose in 2024 compared with 86% in 2022, according to the Oregon Health Authority’s new dashboard. The data also shows a drop in birth parent screening, which may increase the risk for infants. Central Oregon Daily
- ➤ St. Charles Health System will cover tuition and a stipend for COCC medical assistant students, including 10 in a six-month course in June and 20 in a nine-month program in September. Recipients must work at the hospital for two years as it aims to fill 50 vacancies and hire 70 assistants + boost local staffing. Bend Bulletin
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Tuesday night at Summit High, Summit won 85-60 over Crook County — snapping the Cowboys’ 20-game winning streak and tying atop the Intermountain Conference — while all five starters scored in double figures; the Storm will play Mountain View Friday at 6:30 p.m. 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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